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Most founders can tell you their revenue down to the dirham. Few can tell you how many hours their team lost last month chasing receipts, reconciling expenses or waiting on month-end close. Learn more to find out. [...]
Dubai Founders HQ has teamed up with Mastercard, supported by fintech platform Pemo, to roll out a new founder finance solution aimed at helping startups and SMEs cut costs and manage cashflow more effectively. [...]
Concerts, comedy, culture and Dubai's first indoor multisport festival, August has it all lined up. Here's your complete guide to the city's biggest events this month, so you never miss a beat. Read on for the full lineup. [...]
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed that public transport, shared mobility and taxis carried around 348.1 million riders in the first six months of 2026, with average daily ridership nearing 1.9 million. [...]
Google's rolling out smarter age controls across Android apps, meaning less manual setting-switching for parents and stronger privacy for kids. Here's what it means for families in Dubai and how to get Family Link ready before it lands. Read on. [...]
Dubai Municipality has joined forces with Dubai Police, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs and Careem to launch "Al Freej [...]
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has teamed up with autonomous vehicle technology firm Oxa to open the Autonomous Logistics Future Lab, a joint venture named SHIFFT that will push the city further into the future of intelligent logistics. [...]
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) will represent the UAE at the 46th Scientific Assembly of the Committee on Space Research, running from 1 to 9 August 2026 in Florence, Italy, spotlighting the nation's growing footprint in planetary science and space exploration. [...]
The UAE Fuel Price Committee has approved petrol and diesel prices for August 2026 [...]
Every pet owner leaving town faces the same decision: send the animal to a boarding facility or hire a professional sitter. [...]
Summer turns AC into a survival tool. Learn 8 practical, DEWA-backed ways tenants and small businesses can cut cooling costs this summer. [...]
Dubai never really slows down, not even in the thick of summer. Here is your guide to the best of what is happening, from cocktail evenings to cinnamon rolls. [...]
Most businesses chase new clients while ignoring the revenue already sitting in their existing base. From upselling to reactivation, the opportunities are real and often overlooked. Read the full article to learn how to unlock this hidden growth. [...]
Dubai Financial Market posted a net profit before tax of AED443.2 million for the first half of 2026, as trading activity surged even though overall profitability declined compared to the same period last year. [...]
e& Group delivered a robust first-half performance in 2026, with consolidated revenue climbing 11.6 percent year-on-year to AED38.1 billion, as the UAE telecom giant expanded its subscriber base and executed a series of high-value asset sales. [...]
Most founders can tell you their revenue down to the dirham. Few can tell you how many hours their team lost last month chasing receipts, reconciling expenses or waiting on month-end close. Learn more to find out. [...]
Dubai Founders HQ has teamed up with Mastercard, supported by fintech platform Pemo, to roll out a new founder finance solution aimed at helping startups and SMEs cut costs and manage cashflow more effectively. [...]
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed that public transport, shared mobility and taxis carried around 348.1 million riders in the first six months of 2026, with average daily ridership nearing 1.9 million. [...]
Dubai Municipality has joined forces with Dubai Police, the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs and Careem to launch "Al Freej [...]
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has teamed up with autonomous vehicle technology firm Oxa to open the Autonomous Logistics Future Lab, a joint venture named SHIFFT that will push the city further into the future of intelligent logistics. [...]
Dubai's population climbed to 4.58 million by the end of 2025, marking a rise of roughly 332,000 people and a growth rate of 7.5 percent compared with the previous year, according to figures released by Digital Dubai through the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment. [...]
VOX Cinemas has teamed up with Dubai Economy and Tourism to bring homegrown Emirati cuisine to the cinema experience, launching a limited-time menu that puts local culinary talent centre stage. [...]
The Federal Tax Authority has claimed the SAP Global Innovation Award 2026 in the Services Superstar category, beating out 182 competing entities worldwide for its Corporate Tax rollout through the EmaraTax digital platform. [...]
The UAE Ministry of Finance has successfully completed its July 2026 auctions of dirham-denominated Treasury Sukuk and Treasury Bonds, raising a total of AED1.1 billion and drawing bids worth AED4.83 billion, an oversubscription of 4.4 times. [...]
Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has honoured 237 hotels in the third cycle of the Dubai Sustainable Tourism (DST) Stamp, marking a 55 percent jump from the 153 hotels recognised in the previous cycle and more than triple the 70 properties awarded when the programme launched in 2023. [...]
Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has unveiled an expanded promotional roadmap for 2026-27, anchored by a new 10-day Electronics Festival launching in April 2027, as the emirate deepens its push to dominate global retail and tourism rankings. [...]
Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub has confirmed that construction of its Sky Support Complex remains on schedule for completion by the end of the third quarter of 2026, a milestone that marks another step forward in the aerospace platform's expanding infrastructure. [...]
du has successfully deployed its National Hypercloud platform for Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), marking the UAE transport sector's first full scale modernisation on a sovereign cloud infrastructure and delivering on an MoU signed by both companies at GITEX Global 2025. [...]
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has unveiled strong operational results from the world's first AI driven Gas Turbine Intelligent Controller, developed in partnership with Siemens Energy, marking a major step in the emirate's push toward fully autonomous utility management. [...]
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic agreement with Swiss wealth manager Julius Baer (Middle East) Ltd., tapping into the bank's global network to draw more international investors, business owners, and family offices to the emirate. [...]
Besides the financial services accounts and digital wallets of Satish, the FIU freezing order, issued about a fortnight ago, extends to accounts of Tabinda and companies linked to Sanpals. [...]
Dubai residents can now earn travel benefits worth over Dh3,000. This initiative rewards inviting family and friends from overseas to visit Dubai. Guests must arrive between July and October of 2026 for rewards. Residents can nominate up to five visitors at a time. These benefits are valid until December 31, [...]
The United Arab Emirates aims to strengthen ties with Andhra Pradesh. Technology collaboration, especially in artificial intelligence, is a key focus area. Improved air connectivity will facilitate business and tourism between the two regions. Several UAE companies are exploring investment opportunities in food processing sectors. Andhra Pradesh's role in UAE [...]
The United Arab Emirates expressed solidarity with India over recent flood and landslide victims. Heavy monsoon rains have caused significant damage and dozens of deaths across several Indian states. Jammu and Kashmir reported at least twenty-three deaths and seven people remain missing. Assam has seen nearly three lakh sixty-three thousand [...]
Gulf sovereign funds invested $1.7 billion in India during the first half of 2026. This investment defied geopolitical tensions and fears of reduced overseas deal appetite. The region's share in India's sovereign wealth fund investments nearly doubled since 2024. Funds deployed nearly three times more capital compared to the second [...]
Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower has surpassed 100 floors, inching closer to its goal of becoming the world's tallest building at over 1,000 metres. Resuming construction after a halt, the skyscraper, designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, is slated for a 2028 completion. This ambitious project anchors Jeddah Economic [...]
Gulf nations face a precarious future after Iran's attacks. A new deal offers only a temporary reprieve, leaving them vulnerable to regional proxies and missiles. Analysts suggest the agreement neglects crucial security needs, forcing Gulf states to seek their own solutions. This leaves them caught between an emboldened Iran and [...]
The UAE's Ministry of Higher Education is launching a major digital overhaul, consolidating 38 services into 18 streamlined offerings and boosting AI use. This initiative aims to simplify student and university experiences via a unified platform, enhancing efficiency, personalization, and accessibility. [...]
UAE real estate magnate Hussain Sajwani is investing billions in data centers to capitalize on the AI boom, aiming for global leadership. His company, DAMAC Digital, has secured sites in 13 countries and plans to build 6,000 megawatts of capacity, costing $66 billion. [...]
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has declared a recent drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE a serious compromise of nuclear safety. The United Arab Emirates has blamed pro-Iran militants for the incident. The attack targeted an electricity facility, raising concerns about potential shutdowns. [...]
Iran's top negotiator and foreign minister met Qatar's prime minister in Doha for talks with the US. Discussions centered on a potential deal to end the ongoing war. Key topics included the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear material. The US expressed cautious optimism for diplomacy. [...]
Several Arab nations join Pakistan in urging President Donald Trump to allow more time for negotiations to end the Iran war. Despite indications of progress, Trump is reportedly preparing for potential new strikes. Iran warns of wider conflict if attacked. Diplomatic efforts are underway with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi [...]
Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash urged Tehran not to overplay its hand in the stop-start negotiations during the West Asia war's fragile ceasefire. Iranian officials "have missed a lot of chances over the years because there's a tendency to overestimate their cards", Gargash said at a forum in Prague. "I hope [...]
Iran, which has attacked vessels to assert control over the Strait, has expanded its definition of the waterway to include the UAE's Gulf of Oman coastline. The U.S. has imposed its own blockade on Iranian ports and attempted an aborted operation to reopen the chokepoint. [...]
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to impose permits on submarine fiber-optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This move could disrupt global data flow, impacting financial transactions and government communications. While some countries have alternative routes, Qatar, hosting a key cable terminal, faces significant impact. Repairing damaged cables [...]
India and the UAE are aiming for USD 200 billion in bilateral trade by 2032. Trade has already surpassed USD 100 billion, showing over 40 percent growth. The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is strengthening economic ties. Both nations are committed to a trusted partnership, fostering investment and innovation for mutual [...]
Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, accused the United States of seeking to restart the war and expecting Tehran to surrender. He stated that despite economic and political pressure, the US maintains military objectives and hopes Iran will yield to "excessive demands. [...]
Drones that struck the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant originated from Iraq. This suggests Iranian-backed Shiite militias may be responsible for the assault. The attack hit a generator on the facility's perimeter. No injuries or radiation leaks were reported. Tensions remain high in the region. [...]
A recent attack on an Iranian oil refinery has led to a devastating oil spill impacting Shidvar Island, a vital wildlife breeding ground in the Persian Gulf. Videos reveal oil-soaked shores and distressed marine life, highlighting the war's severe ecological toll. This incident follows other environmental damage from attacks on [...]
Iran's army has issued a stern warning to the United States. It states new fronts will be opened if attacks resume. This comes as both nations engage in negotiations to end the Middle East war. President Trump has indicated a potential large-scale assault if a deal is not reached. [...]
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