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Foreign firms flock to Dubai: 44 multinationals join in first nine months of 2025

During the first nine months of 2025, Dubai International Chamber expanded its international presence with the launch of five new offices

From powder to plastic-free: The rise of eco-friendly detergents in the UAE

From powder to plastic-free: The rise of eco-friendly detergents in the UAE

Despite strong growth, the sector faces hurdles. Environmental concerns over wastewater pollution require investment in biodegradable formulations

Etihad, Air Arabia chart new routes: Here's what travellers need to know

Etihad, Air Arabia chart new routes: Here’s what travellers need to know

The additions also give UAE residents and visitors a wider range of travel options across leisure and business destinations in North Africa and Asia

From Anna Wintour to Candace Bushnell: Dubai’s WE Convention redefines women’s leadership

Tickets for the convention sold out nearly a month in advance, a signal of the growing appetite for conversations around leadership among women.

Microsoft to invest $15.2bn in UAE to expand AI, cloud infrastructure

Microsoft to invest $15.2bn in UAE to expand AI, cloud infrastructure

Microsoft said it would train one million people in the UAE by 2027, including 120,000 government employees and 175,000 students

Eid Al Etihad holiday in UAE: Cooler temperatures, rainfall expected

Cooler days ahead: UAE to see light rain, rising humidity as winter nears

The NCM noted that these conditions coincide with the seasonal shift from autumn to winter, a period associated with increased cloud formation

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

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

The new system assigns specific zone codes, 675T, 812T, 812F, and 682S, to each district, simplifying navigation and compliance for motorists

UAE AI market to reach Dh170bn by 2030; MENA sector surges to Dh610bn

UAE AI market to reach Dh170bn by 2030; MENA sector surges to Dh610bn

The Grand View Research report noted that the MENA region is emerging as one of the world’s most dynamic AI frontiers, fuelled by government-led digital transformation agendas, rapid urbanisation

UAE fuel prices fall: Motorists to pay less in November

UAE fuel prices fall: Motorists to pay less in November

The global oil prices eased on Friday, heading for a third consecutive monthly decline, as a stronger US dollar and weak China data capped gains

India’s e-passport era begins in Dubai: Here’s what applicants need to know

India’s e-passport era begins in Dubai: Here’s what applicants need to know

The passports come embedded with a secure electronic chip containing digitised personal and biometric data

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MENA IPO activity rises as 11 listings raise $700m in Q3

Saudi Arabia leads with 13 planned IPOs, including Almasar Alshamil Education Company and Al Romansiah Company

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025: Action-packed calendar revealed

Running until  November 30, this city-wide active lifestyle initiative promises a calendar of free fitness experiences for all ages and abilities

UAE’s beauty revolution: Is AI turning shoppers into experts?

UAE’s beauty revolution: Is AI turning shoppers into experts?

AI has completely transformed the beauty landscape by enabling brands to better understand consumer needs and deliver highly tailored solutions

Dubai’s bold move: Turning daily QR scans into a cyber-safe routine

Dubai’s bold move: Turning daily QR scans into a cyber-safe routine

Reports indicate that more than 4.2 million attempts to forge QR codes were detected globally in the first half of 2025 alone

From Palm Jebel Ali to Emaar Hills: UAE’s hottest new homes, waterfront villas revealed

From Palm Jebel Ali to Emaar Hills: UAE’s hottest new homes, waterfront villas revealed

Off-plan properties cater primarily to investors seeking future returns, while ready-to-move-in homes appeal to end-users seeking convenience

Dubai Metro Blue Line: RTA implements road diversion near International City

Dubai Metro Blue Line: RTA implements road diversion near International City

The Blue Line will significantly boost connectivity across nine key districts projected to accommodate over one million residents by 2040

MD Jacques Brent on how Al-Futtaim Toyota, Lexus support UAE’s net-zero journey

MD Jacques Brent on how Al-Futtaim Toyota, Lexus support UAE’s net-zero journey

Jacques Brent, MD of Al-Futtaim Toyota and Lexus UAE, discusses how hybrid systems, digital innovation, and sustainability are reshaping mobility in the emirates

Eid Al Etihad holiday in UAE: Cooler temperatures, rainfall expected

Rain on the horizon? Here’s what UAE’s weather has in store this week

Humidity is expected to rise significantly during the night, especially across coastal and inland areas, potentially resulting in mist formation

New rules in Dubai: Delivery riders barred from fast lanes starting November

New rules in Dubai: Delivery riders barred from fast lanes starting November

The regulation was shaped by specialised traffic studies and developed under RTA’s existing governance framework for commercial transport

Record gold prices shift Indian festive demand toward coins over jewellery

Record gold prices shift Indian festive demand toward coins over jewellery

Overall gold sales during Dhanteras were 10–15 per cent lower in volume terms compared to last year, but total value rose due to higher prices

This Diwali’s gold boom is breaking records: What it means for your wallet?

This Diwali’s gold boom is breaking records: What it means for your wallet?

This Diwali is marked by soaring gold prices, strategic buying patterns, and a fusion of cultural devotion with savvy investment decisions

Maher Jadallah Vice_President, Middle East, North Africa,Tenable

Tenable VP Maher Jadallah on how the Middle East can secure its digital ambitions

As the Middle East races toward its digital transformation goals, Tenable’s Maher Jadallah says it’s time for organisations to shift from reacting to cyber threats to managing their exposure before it’s exploited

Invest big, borrow smart: How HBZ’s Lombard loans power wealth without liquidation

Invest big, borrow smart: How HBZ’s Lombard loans power wealth without liquidation

By pledging eligible assets as collateral, clients can access financing while remaining invested across asset classes such as equities

In pictures: UAE ‘first’ as unmanned robo-trucks take to factory roads

The trucks, known as the Evocargo N1, are now fully integrated into RAK Ceramics’ logistics operations in the Al Jazeera Al Hamra industrial zone

Not just for traders: How Ultima Chain is bringing blockchain to the people

Not just for traders: How Ultima Chain is bringing blockchain to the people

Where many blockchains prioritise complexity and speculation, Ultima Chain focuses on real-world utility, simplicity, and inclusiveness

All aboard: Etihad Rail prepares for 2026 passenger launch with test run

UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi joined CEO Shadi Malak and senior officials aboard a test trip between Al Qudra in Dubai to Fujairah

Free AI for UAE students as Google unveils Gemini Pro plan

Google says all university students aged 18 and above can register before December 9, 2025, to obtain a 12-month complimentary subscription

Revealed: First images from UAE’s cutting-edge MBZ-SAT, Etihad-SAT satellites

Together, these two UAE satellites are designed to deliver high-quality data that can be used to inform decision-making across critical sectors

UAE's sugary drink tax: New excise amendments proposed from 2026

UAE’s sugary drink tax: New excise amendments proposed from 2026

The proposed amendments aim to create a robust legal and regulatory infrastructure to ensure smooth nationwide implementation

Mall in the 'Forest’: More on Dubai's newest shopping destination

Mall in the ‘Forest’: More on Dubai’s newest shopping destination

The mall will be the first forest-integrated retail space in the region, offering a unique blend of nature and commerce