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Dubai Metro: How is it using AI to support infrastructure

The process reduces manual inspections by up to 70 per cent and improves infrastructure assessment capabilities by 40 per cent

Dubai’s second tokenised property fully funded in under 2 minutes

The offering attracted 149 investors from 35 nationalities, pushing the waiting list to more than 10,700 individuals

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Sheikh Hamdan backs private sector growth in UAE space industry

Sheikh Hamdan stressed the importance of long-term investment, innovation, and strategic public-private collaboration in cementing the UAE’s position as a global space hub

World’s tallest vertical residences: Deyaar unveils Downtown Residences in Dubai

The development integrates luxury, innovation, and connectivity, with panoramic views of the Burj Khalifa, the Arabian Gulf, and Sheikh Zayed Road

Dubai Metro Blue Line: How will it change commuting in the city

The Blue Line will transform mobility across nine key districts projected to accommodate over one million residents by 2040

Dubai Police ranked world’s most reputable police force by study

Dubai Police ranked world’s most reputable police force by study

Dubai Police exceeded the global average across all 11 reputation indicators, scoring particularly high in fair treatment (57 per cent) and integrity (60 per cent)

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Dubai commences traffic upgrades at 40 key locations over summer

The upgrades will span 22 major streets, nine  school zones, over five development areas and internal roads in Tolerance District, Al Khawaneej 2, and Nad Al Sheba

Dubai's higher education sector sees nearly 20% rise in enrollment

Dubai’s higher education sector sees nearly 20% rise in enrollment

The KHDA’s City of Students initiative, part of its broader Education 33 strategy, aims to increase international student enrollment to 50 per cent by 2033

Bridging Dubai and Singapore: A private banking mission in a changing world

As wealth in the Gulf rises and client expectations shift, Bank of Singapore’s head of private banking for Europe and the Middle East, Ranjit Khanna, is further strengthening the financial institution’s operation in Dubai

Eid Al Adha: Dubai Municipality designates beaches for families

By dedicating specific beaches to families, the municipality seeks to offer a more comfortable, secure, and enjoyable recreational environment

Eid Al Adha 2025: Dubai’s Salik announces toll rates

The toll rates will fluctuate throughout the day based on peak and off-peak hours to better manage traffic flow during the festive period

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Here’s what the latest S&P PMI index says about the UAE

The survey signals that the UAE economy is performing well, but the softer increases in output and new orders hint at momentum easing

Eid Al Adha 2025: Dubai’s RTA announces service hours during holiday

The timings apply to Customer Happiness Centres, public transport, paid parking zones, marine services, and technical testing centres

Inside airports in UAE: Facial recognition check-ins, 12-minute departures

Zayed International Airport experienced strong growth in flight traffic in 2024, making it essential to adopt digital solutions to meet this surge

Full details: Inside the world’s largest visa application centre in Dubai

It reflects the strategic direction Dubai is taking to enhance global mobility, unlock opportunities, and accelerate growth across our visitor and business economy

Dubai traffic solution: New project to increase road capacity by 5,000 cars per hour

RTA has also completed traffic improvement works on Street 13 in Al Warqa 1 to serve residents and school goers

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Starting July 1: WhatsApp Business rolls out major pricing changes

Businesses can still respond to customer inquiries for free within a designated 24-hour customer service window

SelfDrive’s Soham Shah on raising the bar for premium mobility services

The founder and CEO of SelfDrive Mobility shares the inspiration behind OTO, its unique market positioning, growth strategy, and the trends shaping the future of mobility

Eid Al Adha in Dubai: A guide to what's on offer from shopping to live events

Eid Al Adha 2025: What’s on offer from shopping to live events in Dubai

From 2 to 8 June, the city lights up with cultural festivities, live concerts, family fun, unbeatable staycation deals, and an all-round jam-packed calendar of endless thrills

Binghatti acquires mega plot for Dhs25bn master planned community in Dubai

Binghatti acquires mega plot for Dhs25bn master planned community in Dubai

The land is located in Nad Al Sheba 1, within Dubai’s Meydan district, an area historically linked with equestrian heritage and the former Nad Al Sheba Racecourse

Dubai firm offers 120 days of maternity leave with other employment benefits

This progressive policy far exceeds the UAE Labour Law requirement of 60 days and sets a new benchmark in the private real estate sector

Hi-tech shopping: AI robots are here to help you shop in Dubai

The focus is on using real-time feedback and live interactions to inform practical applications of robotics in retail

Dubai issues new guidelines to ensure accountability in public finances

Dubai issues new guidelines to ensure accountability in public finances

The decision applies to all employees and senior officials — including CEOs and those in higher executive positions — within entities falling under the authority’s jurisdiction

Dubai traffic: How RTA aims to eliminate jams on Sheikh Zayed, Al Khail Roads

The RTA is also set to construct a two-lane bridge in Nad Al Sheba, spanning approximately 700 metres

Full details: Dubai unveils the world’s largest visa application centre

Spanning nearly 150,000 square feet, the centre is equipped to handle up to 10,000 visa applications daily

Flying cars in the UAE? Trial date for electric air taxi revealed

Designed for sustainable urban transport, Midnight can carry four passengers and a pilot, operates entirely on electric power

Dubai launches PropTech Hub to double sector value to Dhs4.5bn by 2030

Dubai launches PropTech Hub to double sector value to Dhs4.5bn by 2030

The new hub targets over Dhs1bn in investments by 2030, supporting more than 200 proptech companies and attracting 20 investment funds

Revealed: Why Dubai is the hottest global destination for the super-rich

Industry estimates suggest more than 5,000 HNWIs are expected to relocate to the emirate in 2025 alone

Use public bus service in Dubai? Here’s what you should know

This year, the RTA will expand its dedicated bus and taxi lanes by adding six new lanes spanning 13 kilometres

Dubai driver’s license: What you really need to know

This move is part of ongoing efforts to deliver a seamless, secure, and integrated digital experience focused on customer satisfaction