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Dubai launches new classification system for AI-generated content

The system features icons can be used across sectors and formats, including images and videos, and are intended to help audiences better understand the origins of the content they consume

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to increase operational capacity by 40% in 2025

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to increase operational capacity by 40% in 2025

Two new Airbus A320 aircraft have been added to the fleet, with two more expected to join before year-end

New parking zones introduced in Dubai: What you need to know about tariffs

Dubai: New parking plans launched for students, educators

The initiative aims to offer more flexible and affordable options to meet daily parking needs across the city

Saudi's salary system: Updates that private sector employers should know

New job rules in Oman: These roles now require a permit

The move is part of a broader initiative to standardise qualifications and support the Sultanate’s national workforce development goals

UAE-based Global Hotel Alliance reports continued growth in H1 2025

UAE-based Global Hotel Alliance reports continued growth in H1 2025

GHA added 48 new properties to its portfolio in the first six months of the year, including hotels from newly joined brands such as Cheval Collection and Cinnamon Hotels

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Bayut: Abu Dhabi real estate continues to attract strong investor interest in H1 2025

Affordable apartment prices rose by up to 7 per cent, while villa prices increased by as much as 5 per cent

Must know: 6 ways that the UAE is using AI to serve its people

Must know: 6 ways that the UAE is using AI to serve its people

According to global estimates, AI is projected to contribute nearly 14 per cent of the UAE’s GDP by 2030

Emirates expands Courier Express service to Australia

Emirates expands Courier Express service to Australia

Emirates aims to provide one of the fastest door-to-door delivery timelines in the market

iPhone 17: What you need to know about its features, price, release date

iPhone 17 rumours: What to know about features, possible price, release date

The tentative timetable aligns with Apple’s historical pattern of unveiling new iPhones in September

ANAX Capital commits to deliver smarter trading suite for UAE, global Investors

The firm reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a seamless, secure trading experience backed by advanced technology and a client-first service model

ADNOC to transfer 24.9 % stake in OMV to XRG

ADNOC to transfer 24.9% stake in OMV to XRG

The transfer, which remains subject to regulatory approvals, is in line with ADNOC’s broader push to streamline its international holdings under XRG

Emirates Gas signs exclusive gas supply deal with UAQ Free Trade Zone

Emirates Gas signs exclusive gas supply deal with UAQ Free Trade Zone

Emirates Gas will provide tailored gas solutions, including centralised systems, tank installations, product supply in bulk and cylinders

Vítor Papão, GM of Middle East, Russia and Türkiye at Gilead Sciences, on key partnerships and the role of tech in public health

Gilead’s Vítor Papão on key partnerships and the role of tech in public health

Papao shares insights on the evolving role of public-private collaboration in healthcare, and how emerging technologies and policy innovation are reshaping patient care across the region

Ripple and Ctrl Alt partner on Dubai’s real estate tokenisation project

Ripple and Ctrl Alt partner on Dubai’s real estate tokenisation project

The DLD’s tokenisation project is seen as a major milestone in digital real estate transformation

Mudrick Ramadhan Soragha, Minister of Tourism of Zanzibar, outlines the island’s vision for high-value, low-impact tourism, discussing everything from strategic partnerships with Gulf nations to rising GCC visitor numbers to the island

Zanzibar’s Tourism Minister on its vision for growth, GCC visitors and eco-tourism

Minister Mudrick Ramadhan Soragha shares Zanzibar’s high-value, low-impact tourism vision, highlighting Gulf partnerships, rising GCC visitors and cultural preservation

Françoise Russo (left), chief digital and technology officer at Aramex, and Amjad Al Sabbah, group VP for the Middle East and Africa at Sprinklr (right)

How Aramex, Sprinklr are reimagining customer experience with AI

Amjad Al Sabbah, group VP for Middle East and Africa at Sprinklr, and Francoise Russo, CTO at Aramex, on enabling hyper-personalised, AI-powered customer journeys

ChatGPT outage hits users in India and UAE

ChatGPT outage hits users in India, UAE

The company added that it was “working on implementing a mitigation” to address the problems

YouGov names Emirates as ‘Most Recommended Global Brand for 2025’

The airline scored 88.4 per cent in recommendation rates, based on over one million customer surveys conducted across 28 markets

IHC rebrands eFunder as Zelo following acquisition

IHC rebrands eFunder as Zelo following acquisition

Fully licensed and regulated by ADGM’s FSRA, Zelo has been operating since August 2020, delivering receivables-based funding to address the region’s SME working capital gap

Dubai World Central is going driverless: Futuristic change in air travel

Dubai World Central: Driverless vehicles introduced for airport operations

The introduction of autonomous vehicles allows dnata to reassign personnel previously responsible for driving baggage tractors to more complex roles

AI's dark side

UAE leads global shift towards chief AI officers, says IBM and Dubai Future Foundation study

The report includes contributions from key UAE entities such as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Customs

Emerging market debt set for growth amid global shifts, policy divergence

Emerging market debt set for growth amid global shifts, policy divergence

Emerging market rates have scope to do well amid slowing growth, reasonably behaved FX and balance of power, though a spike in oil prices could curtail rate cuts in the short term

Saudi women driving for Uber: How will it reshape mobility?

Saudi women driving for Uber: How will it reshape mobility?

The rollout, set to begin in the coming weeks, is part of Uber’s ongoing commitment to promoting gender inclusivity and economic empowerment

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du now first UAE telco to be ISO 20400 certified for sustainable procurement

The achievement was made possible through partnerships with sustainability-focused organisations, including CRIF AG, Dubatt, and Aramex

'Digital safety starts at home,' says TikTok’s Ilunga Mpyana

‘Digital safety starts at home,’ says TikTok’s Ilunga Mpyana

TikTok’s head of Public Policy Programmes for the META, Pakistan and South Asia discusses the platform’s Family Academy initiative, how it’s helping parents and teens navigate the digital world together

Diriyah awards $2bn contract for mixed-use district

Diriyah Company awards $600m Diriyah Square retail contract to Salini Saudi Arabia

Diriyah Square will feature over 400 retail, dining, and leisure brands within a pedestrian-focused setting that blends modern experiences with Najdi-inspired architecture

Etihad’s route expansion: What’s behind the 7 new destinations?

Etihad’s route expansion: What’s behind the 7 new destinations?

Flights to these destinations will go on sale in the coming days, with services beginning in March 2026

These 3 GCC sovereign wealth funds now have AUM over $1tn each: Global SWF

These 3 GCC sovereign wealth funds now have AUM over $1tn each: Global SWF

Globally, the top sovereign investor remains Norway’s Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), managing $1.76tn in assets

WIZZ AIR ABU DHABI SANTORINI

Wizz Air responds to refund queries on X after Abu Dhabi exit

Wizz Air pivots its strategy toward more stable and profitable markets

Tesla to sell Model Y cars in India, starting at $69,770

Tesla will drive on to India’s busy roads, targeting a niche premium EV segment that accounts for just 4 per cent of overall sales