U.S. Markets U.S. equity markets remain fragile despite recent attempts to stabilise, with the S&P 500 down ~0.34% in early Asian trading at $6,574, as oil prices have rebounded again over the past two days, reviving inflation concerns. While earlier optimism around a potential ceasefire
Careem reports key customer trends across the Everything App during the Holy Month of Ramadan 2026. This Ramadan coincided with a period of heightened regional uncertainty, and the impact was felt across communities throughout the UAE. During this time, Careem worked closely with local authorities to prioritise Captain safety above all else, while continuing to […]
Further to the announcement made on 28 November 2025 regarding the strategic partnership between RAKBANK and Network International (Network), the transaction has now successfully closed following all required approvals from the Central Bank of the UAE. As part of the partnership, Network will provide its state-of-the-art payment solutions to serve RAKBANK’s customers
From humble beginnings to reality TV stardom, Shiv Thakare triumphed in the first season of The 50. In a gripping final challenge, he conquered the show’s toughest maze, sealing his win in one of the most competitive seasons on Indian television. Adding a deeply emotional layer to the moment, Shiv also handed over a […]
SunTec (Xelerate) Business Solutions DMCC today announced the successful completion of the Peppol G3 migration and certification process, strengthening its readiness to support the UAE’s upcoming Peppol-based e-invoicing framework, while enabling secure and interoperable digital document exchange globally. SunTec completed all required conformance testing and migration
entourage, one of the region’s leading creative and experiential agencies, has been appointed to lead the destination marketing, brand positioning and integrated communications strategy for Al Dhannah City. The remit will see entourage define a clear and differentiated identity for the city, underpinned by a structured roadmap across brand strategy, narrative development
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire ThermoKey S.p.A., a leading provider of heat rejection and heat-exchange technologies with long-standing relationships across original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators, as part of Vertiv’s continued investment in advanced
FedEx Express Corporation (FedEx), the world’s largest express transportation company, was named one of Fast Company’s 2026 most innovative logistics companies, highlighting the impact of its groundbreaking efforts to reshape global trade, simplify the cross-border shipping experience, and strengthen economic resilience for businesses and consumers worldwide. As the
As the Gulf region continues its remarkable progress in infrastructure, hospitality, and mixed-use projects, cooling solutions must meet the increasingly complex demands of these sophisticated developments. LG Electronics is playing a pivotal role in enabling this growth with cutting-edge HVAC systems designed for high efficiency, smarter control, and unmatched reliability
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced the new Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, the latest Galaxy A series devices that bring Samsung’s newest mobile innovations — including enriched Awesome Intelligence[1] — to more users worldwide. The latest Galaxy A series reflects Samsung’s commitment to expanding AI capabilities across more devices and empowering more users […]
soundcore, the audio brand under Anker Innovations, introduces the Sleep A30, the world’s first AI-powered sleep earbuds engineered to deliver what the Gulf’s most discerning consumers have always demanded: sleep that truly restores. A New Standard Has Arrived The Gulf has always set the pace. In architecture, in hospitality, in the relentless pursuit of
MERED, the award-winning real estate developer, has reported significant progress on ICONIC Residences Design by Pininfarina, one of Dubai’s most ambitious premium projects. Construction is advancing steadily across multiple phases, with fully mobilised teams achieving key milestones in structural works, MEP systems, interior fit-outs, and material coordination. The update
While staying invested through volatility is often the smartest long-term move, that doesn’t always mean doing nothing, say experts from global wealth management firm Janus Henderson. In a newly published guide to navigating market volatility, they show how strategically managing around a market decline can help cushion the ride and make it easier to stay the […]
Dubai Chambers has hosted a meeting with senior representatives from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to enhance trade and investment flows between Dubai and India. During the meeting, the two sides agreed to develop a joint action plan aimed at broadening business partnerships across a range of priority sectors. The meeting was led […]
Rainy days slow the world and invite quiet moments, the fresh scent of wet earth, and the calm of a grey sky. Canéza captures this feeling with two creations that turn every rainy day into an experience to savor. UOMO opens with bright citrus notes of apple, bergamot, and lemon, layered with aromatic top notes and a heart […]
If you’ve been thinking about becoming a doctor later in life, you’re not alone. More people from diverse professional backgrounds are taking the leap and making the change to a career in medicine. Whether you’re coming from finance, education, engineering, or another field, starting medical school as a non-traditional student is more common and achievable […]
Letswork, the all-in-one platform connecting people and workspaces, has launched its long-term office rentals classifieds, a new product designed to modernise how businesses discover and lease commercial office space across the UAE. The new classifieds enables landlords, developers and workspace operators to list long-term offices and private suites, while giving startups,
The much-anticipated smartphone to launch this year, the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro, has now finally become available for sale in UAE. As the first Mate series smartphone to debut in the global market after a long wait, the Mate 80 Pro represents a significant leap forward in capabilities. Most notably, the True-to-Color camera system is […]
Yas Heat Academy has announced the launch of the 2026 edition of AL SABQ, its flagship grassroots Emirati talent discovery programme hosted at Yas Kartzone at Yas Marina Circuit. Designed to identify and nurture the UAE’s most promising young drivers, AL SABQ provides a structured pathway into competitive karting for Emirati boys and girls aged 5 […]
MAXION, a UAE-based platform empowering social connections, has reported 399% year-on-year growth in its user base in 2025 following the introduction of an AI-powered infrastructure designed to prioritise real-world interaction. The growth reflects strong adoption of the platform’s technology-driven approach to facilitating meaningful relationships. Over the same period,





























