AI-powered desktop for $3,000? This is Nvidia’s plan for Project DIGITS

The new machine uses Nvidia’s latest “Blackwell” AI chip and will cost $3,000, the company’s CEO Jensen Huang revealed earlier this week

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Keeta Drones to boost drone delivery operations

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Keeta Drones to boost drone delivery operations

The agreement focuses on advancing drone-based delivery services in Dubai, with an emphasis on ensuring the highest levels of safety and security in the skies

The Arab Energy Fund-led consortium concludes acquisition of Metito Utilities. Image: TAEF

The Arab Energy Fund-led consortium concludes acquisition of Metito Utilities

This landmark deal enhances The Arab Energy Fund’s offerings in energy infrastructure and sustainable water solutions, particularly in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia

Kuwait’s Warba Bank to acquire nearly 33% stake in Gulf Bank

Kuwait’s Warba Bank to acquire nearly 33% stake in Gulf Bank

The transfer of the shares will be completed upon obtaining the necessary approval from the regulatory authorities

April Fool’s comes early as fake Enron Egg grabs attention

Amid the world-renowned CES Las Vegas kicking off this week, news of a supposed micro nuclear reactor designed to power homes started grabbing attention

AIQ and Ecopetrol partner to drive Colombia's energy transition Image for illustrative purposes Getty Images

AIQ, Ecopetrol partner to support Colombia’s energy transition

With a growing presence in Latin America and a significant presence in the UAE, AIQ’s partnership with Ecopetrol offers the company a unique opportunity to expand its AI-driven solutions to new markets

ADNOC L&S issues $2bn hybrid capital facility to fund growth

ADNOC L&S issues $2bn hybrid capital facility to fund growth

The initial drawing against the facility will be $1.1bn, leaving $0.9bn capacity available to be drawn until December 31, 2026

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE to acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

Dubai aircraft leasing firm DAE to acquire Nordic Aviation Capital

The acquisition will be capitalised and funded by internal resources along with committed debt financing

Nilesh Ashar, Senior Managing Director & Head of Tax Middle East, FTI Consulting offers insights on the impact of new taxes on the GCC

GCC countries: From tax havens to global business hubs

New tax regimes in the GCC nations will unleash a new era of growth and economic resilience for the region

DAMAC Group’s Hussain Sajwani to invest $20bn in US data centres

DAMAC Group’s Hussain Sajwani to invest $20bn in US data centres

EDGNEX, a unit of DAMAC, will construct new data centres in Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana

Bahrain’s GDP grows by 2.1% in Q3 2024, driven by non-oil sector

Bahrain’s GDP grows by 2.1% in Q3 2024, boosted by non-oil sector

The growth was primarily driven by the non-oil sector, which saw an increase of 3.9 per cent at constant prices and 1.5 per cent at current prices

DP World hits $11bn investment milestone in 10 years

Dubai’s DP World hits $11bn investment milestone in 10 years

The company’s capacity has expanded by 33 per cent, driven by a combination of global expansion projects, including greenfield developments and acquisitions

Egypt’s net foreign assets decline by $3.25bn in November

Egypt’s net foreign assets decline by $3.25bn in November

The country has been using net foreign assets to help prop up its currency since as long ago as September 2021

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

GenAI can expose the business to many risks, ranging from privacy violations to an array of data-related prejudices that can arise when building and using machine-learning models

Saudi Arabia taps debt markets with $12bn three-part bond

Saudi Arabia taps debt markets with $12bn three-part bond

The kingdom sold $5bn, $3bn and $4bn in tenors of three, six and 10 years, respectively, and the total order book reached around $37bn

Abu Dhabi sets up ADRA to streamline business licencing procedure

Abu Dhabi sets up ADRA to streamline business registration

The authority will develop a unified database consolidating data on economic establishments across Abu Dhabi’s mainland and its non-financial free zones

Zand Bank, Klickl International partner to advance digital finance

Zand Bank, Klickl International partner to advance digital finance

Zand Bank (Zand) has announced a strategic collaboration with Klickl International (Klickl), a Web3 open…

Cyberhealth: How to protect your company's systems in 2025

Cyberhealth: How to protect your company’s systems in 2025

Failure to maintain proper cyber hygiene can lead to compromised sensitive data, operational disruptions, and significant financial losses

PureHealth's Ardent expands US footprint Image for illustrative purposes Getty Images

PureHealth’s Ardent Health expands US footprint with strategic acquisition

PureHealth’s ongoing international expansion through Ardent Health reflects a broader ambition to reshape global healthcare landscapes

PIF secures $7bn inaugural murabaha credit facility

Saudi’s PIF secures $7bn murabaha credit facility

The Shariah-compliant financing structure forms part of PIF’s continued objective of diversifying its funding sources

Burj Khalifa hits Dhs467.1m in home sales in 2024

Dubai’s Burj Khalifa hits Dhs467.1m in home sales in 2024

The average price in the Burj Khalifa at the end of 2024 stood at Dhs3,000 per square foot, which is 78.5 per cent above the city-wide average of Dhs1,680

Dubai ranks among top 10 cities in Global Power City Index 2024

Dubai ranks among top 10 in Global Power City Index 2024

The Global Power City Index ranks the major cities of the world on their comprehensive power to attract people, capital, and enterprises from around the world

Energy Capital Group Successfully Closes ECG2.0-Fund2

Saudi’s Energy Capital Group closes oversubscribed SAR600m fund

ECG2.0-Fund2 anticipates exiting its industrial services platform through an initial public offering (IPO) targeted within two years

From Detroit to Dubai: Key trends reshaping the global automotive landscape

From Detroit to Dubai: Key trends reshaping the global automotive landscape

Dubai’s automotive market will connect to 77 ports managed by DP World globally and is expected to double the emirate’s current automotive sales from Dhs6.8bn to Dhs13.6bn

Mashreq seals NeoPay stake sale to Arcapita, Dgpays in $385m deal

Mashreq seals NeoPay stake sale to Arcapita, Dgpays for $385m

The deal will see Mashreq retain a minority stake in NeoPay, a payment solutions provider that offers a range of services, including point-of-sale terminals

UAE economy to grow 3% in 2023, says S&P Global

UAE non-oil sector growth accelerates, PMI data shows

The seasonally adjusted S&P Global UAE Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 55.4 in December from 54.2 in November, marking a third consecutive monthly increase

Sheikh Mohammed approves Dhs3.7bn Dubai road expansion plan

Sheikh Mohammed approves Dhs5.4 bn housing package for citizens in Dubai

The housing projects, offering diverse options for Emirati citizens, align with the Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum Family Programme

Egypt to receive $1.2bn as part of IMF programme in January

Egypt to receive $1.2bn as part of IMF programme in January, finmin says

The North African country is targeting about $3bn in the remainder of the current fiscal year, which runs until the end of June

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways posts 66% rise in nine-month profit

Etihad Airways flight aborts take-off in Melbourne, all passengers safe

Flight EY461, carrying 271 passengers, was accelerating for departure to Abu Dhabi when the flight crew opted to reject take-off owing to a technical issue

Dubai attracts 16.79 million tourists between Jan to Dec 2024

Dubai attracts 16.79 million tourists between Jan to Nov 2024

Dubai’s strong tourism performance and sustained growth in both visitor numbers and hotel performance indicate the emirate’s resilience and appeal