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Prime properties: 190 deals over $10m recorded Dubai in H1; supply drops

Knight Frank says the dramatic rise in demand and corresponding supply crunch in the prime residential market reflect Dubai’s growing appeal among the global elite

Jebel Ali Beach Development Project gets green light; see details

Jebel Ali Beach Development Project gets green light: see details

The project aims to create a unique recreational beachfront with an emphasis on protecting the environment and supporting sustainability and eco-tourism goals

Fairmont, Sol Properties to build premium residential tower in Downtown Dubai

Fairmont, Sol Properties to build premium residential tower in Downtown Dubai

Fairmont Residences Solara Tower Dubai joins a portfolio of 16 Fairmont-branded residences, with 22 more projects in the pipeline

How Majid Al Futtaim is redefining community living

Forest living in Dubai: How Majid Al Futtaim is redefining community living

Ahmed El Shamy, the CEO of Majid Al Futtaim, says that Ghaf Woods embodies the group’s pioneering spirit, and it is the first development in Dubai to offer forest living

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Dubai motorists can now add driving licence, registration to Samsung Wallet

Samsung users can now seamlessly add their vehicle registration and driving license information directly to their Samsung Wallet through the RTA app

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FedEx MEA’s Taarek Hinedi shares key trends in logistics, expansion plans

The vice president of FedEx MEA Operations discusses the company’s strategic initiatives, including the new FedEx hub at Dubai World Central

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Dubai’s ‘Billionaire Island’ sets new real estate record with $65m villa sale

The Jumeirah Bay Island villa spans 18,800 square feet and features six bedrooms, a playroom, cinema, gym, and office space

dubai sme CEO Abdul Baset AL Janahi on how Dubai SME is helping buuild a global SME hub

Dubai SME CEO Abdul Baset Al Janahi on building a global business hub

The CEO of Dubai SME shares how the entity has supported the emirate’s rise as a regional and global entrepreneurial hub

Dubai approves Dhs25bn in new investment incentives

Dubai announces Dhs25bn in new investment incentives

The foreign investment development programme is designed to attract Dhs650bn of investments to the emirate over the next ten years

Smart traffic tech helps cut Dubai journey times by 20%, says RTA

Plans are in place to expand Dubai’s Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS) technology from 60 per cent to 100 per cent of the emirate’s road network

BitOasis expands in Bahrain after Dubai authorities lift suspension

The Bahrain arm of BitOasis will house a small team as it works to launch a new platform in Bahrain during the second half of 2024

Jochen Knecht - CEO at IFZA on how the free zone is supporting startups and smes

IFZA CEO Jochen Knecht on how the free zone supports startups, SMEs

Jochen Knecht, CEO at IFZA, shares how the free zone is committed to empowering startups with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving business landscape

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Dubai’s DET appoints Dr Marwan Alzarouni as CEO of AI

The initiative to appoint chief AI officers across government bodies is part of a broader strategy to integrate cutting-edge AI technologies into the governance structure

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Dubai’s hospitality boom: Sofitel The Palm’s Christophe Schnyder discusses surging tourism and future challenges

The industry veteran discusses Dubai’s hospitality sector growth, competition, and sustainability efforts in a dynamic tourism market

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Aditum, SCB partner on new fund structure; 4 funds launched, 10 approved

This launch marks a major milestone as the first fund structure to be made available to UAE investors under the new UAE regulatory regime for public funds

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Mercer’s 2024 Cost of Living City Ranking: How expensive is Dubai?

The ranking highlights how cities around the world fare in terms of living expenses for expatriates

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UAE weather: Temperatures soar to 49.5 degrees C, light rain offers brief respite

Residents and visitors are advised to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and seek shelter during peak heat hours

Qstay, a hospitality and rental investment property management platform Secures $4.6m in Pre-Series A funding Image Supplied

Dubai-based Qstay secures $4.6m in pre-Series A round

Qstay currently operates over 300 properties across nine markets in four countries, with plans for further expansion into additional markets between 2024 and 2026

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Eid Al Adha fireworks in Dubai: Where to watch

Dubai Parks and Resorts has organised a fireworks display, as well as a laser show, to celebrate Eid Al Adha

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Eid Al Adha 2024: Free parking and transport timings in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman

The RTA has announced free public parking timings and operating hours for the Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram services

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Eid Al Adha 2024: Dubai announces holiday dates for private schools

Dubai’s announcement aligns with the broader UAE government’s holiday schedule for Eid Al Adha, ensuring consistency across various sectors

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UAE announces new federal traffic law to regulate EVs, self-driving cars

The new traffic law, aims to facilitate the broader adoption of self-driving vehicles and electric cars, keeping in line with advances in modern urban planning and sustainability efforts

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan appoints 22 AI chiefs across government institutions

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan appoints 22 AI chiefs across government institutions

The chief artificial intelligence (AI) officers will spearhead specialised plans and programmes in the field of AI and advanced technology

Major bridge opens as part of Al Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project. Image RTA X

Dubai opens new bridge to ease traffic at this major intersection: See details

Travel time is expected to decrease by 70 per cent for those using Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road towards Al Yalayes Street in the direction of Jebel Ali Port, with journeys dropping from 21 minutes to just seven minutes

Dubai launches Commercial and Logistics Land Transport Strategy 2030

Dubai launches Commercial and Logistics Land Transport Strategy 2030

The key strategy will boost the sector’s contribution to Dubai’s economy, raising it to Dhs16.8bn

Lucid sets up Dubai Retail Studio

EV giant Lucid opens showroom in Dubai, expands presence in the region

With the inauguration of the latest studio in Dubai, Lucid now has 38 studio locations worldwide

IATA 80TH AGM - aviation industry meets in Dubai

IATA 80th AGM: Global aviation heads meet in Dubai to address geopolitical, climate challenges

Airlines body IATA to hold annual meeting in Dubai from June 2-4

Dubai wealth fund ICD’s 2023 profit jumps 68%

Dubai wealth fund ICD posts Dhs60.8bn in full-year profit

The state investor posted a record-high net profit of Dhs60.8bn, buoyed by an increase of Dhs24.6bn from its transportation and banking businesses

Dubai’s FIVE picks Citi, Deutsche Bank for IPO next year

Dubai party hotel operator FIVE taps Citi, Deutsche Bank for IPO next year

The company owns one of Dubai’s biggest party hotels, where guests can park their supercars inside a nightclub for $2,723 (Dhs10,000)

over 2 million rider used public transport during NYE

Dubai Metro resumes full service after April’s historic storms

All metro stations are fully operational again following the heaviest rainfall in the UAE’s recorded history