During Q1 2024, Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) issued and renewed a total of 17,722 licenses, processed via various channels including the SEDD smart application, website, service …
University of Sharjah celebrates graduation of “Uniview” Space Simulator Programme participants
The University of Sharjah (UoS) recently held a graduation ceremony for a group of employees from the Sharjah Science Museum who participated in the space simulator programm entitled “Uniview”, which …
The $3.3bn venture financing fuelling growth of DIFC FinTech firms
Financial technology companies in the Dubai International Financial Centre have raised a combined $3.3 billion in venture funding, with growth in line with the onshore financial hub’s goal of doubling …
Dubai gains ground as fintech hub
Dubai’s push to become a global player in the fintech space is gaining ground and a lot more activity is expected to take place, a senior official said on Monday.“In the UAE market, we see a lot of …
UFC Abu Dhabi will be headlined by Cory Sandhagen – Umar Nurmagomedov
The UFC is returning to Abu Dhabi in August for a Fight Night and this morning, the promotion announced it’s main event. Top bantamweights will go …
ATM 2024: UAE’s travel sector gears up for another bumper year as tourists seek longer stays
Inbound visitors are staying in the UAE longer as well. This is more so the case because business travellers are combining their work trips with leisure holidays,” according to Raheesh Babu, COO of …
More than 1,000 fintech firms registered in DIFC – Essa Kazim
There are more than 1,000 fintech and innovation firms registered in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) and they have raised $3.3 billion in venture capital funding globally, the …
Dubai and Abu Dhabi Ranks in Top 5 Preferred Global Work Destinations, Reveals BCG Study
Boston Consulting Group (BCG), in collaboration with The Network and The Stepstone Group, has released a pivotal report, “Decoding Global Talent 2024,” highlighting the UAE’s position in the global …
UAE corporate tax: Deadline alert
Whilst this announcement impacts the timing of registration, there is no change to the criteria of who needs to register, which includes all UAE-based companies. Businesses that miss their deadline …
Dubai South real estate to rise amid massive Al Maktoum airport expansion plan: Experts
The recent expansion announcement of Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South will lead to “increased demand” for properties in the area and a “steady rise” in property prices, experts told Ara …
Unlocking the vault: How to meet the UAE’s $1.5tn Sheikh
Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan stands as a coveted figure, overseeing vast wealth and wielding substantial political influence.
Masdar & Bapco Energies to develop up to 2GW of wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Masdar has signed an agreement with Bapco Energies to jointly explore the development and investment in wind projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain with a capacity of up to 2 GW.
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Capital plans $13.5bln biofuels investment in Brazil – FT
Mubadala Capital, the wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company, is planning to invest $13.5 billion in the biofuels sector in Brazil over the next decade.
6 amazing things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: May 6 to 9
It should be hotter around this time of the year… But the rains are showing us otherwise. Not to say it still isn’t hot – it’s getting warmer by the day, but the breeze comes back in the evening.
Abu Dhabi National Takaful Company CEO, Osama Abdeen, recognized with the “Lifetime Achievement Award for Leadership”
Driving the journey of excellence and setting new benchmarks in the insurance industry, Abu Dhabi National Takaful Company CEO, Osama Abdeen, was recently honoured with the “Lifetime Achievement Award …
Sharjah to Transform Mleiha Desert into National Park
Sharjah’s Mleiha Desert, known for its archaeological sites and natural beauty, is set to transform into a national park. The park will focus on showcasing the region’s rich history and prehistoric …
Sharjah Police launches ‘Your belongings, your responsibility’ awareness campaign
The Sharjah Police General Command launched an awareness campaign titled “Your belongings, your responsibility”, aimed at bolstering preventive measures to curb theft of vehicle contents. This move …