Bitcoin continued its gradual climb last week, briefly trading above $82,800 before pulling back over the weekend, while several major altcoins outperformed the world’s largest cryptocurrency amid renewed investor appetite for broader crypto exposure. Bitcoin dominance — which measures
The sauce that started it all has its own menu now. P.F. Chang’s, the original creator of the iconic Dynamite sauce, has unveiled The Dynamite Menu across its restaurants in the GCC, available for a limited time from 4 May 2026. Featuring seven bold, Asia-inspired dishes and two new beverages, the menu places the brand’s signature sauce at its […]
AppyThings, a Google Cloud partner focused on building the AI-native data and integration stack that powers secure, scalable digital services and enables enterprise AI adoption, headquartered in the Netherlands, has strengthened its commitment to Saudi Arabia with the launch of AppyThings Arabia, its new legal entity in the Kingdom. The move follows two years of […]
U.S. Markets US equity markets closed higher on Friday with a 0.91% gain for the SPX index and a 2.45% gain for the NDX index. The SPX index has risen 2.42%, while the NDX index rose 5.64% during the last week. Markets were trading slightly lower during the Asian session on Monday, with both indices down about 0.10%. US […]
beIN MEDIA GROUP has announced that its streaming platform TOD will now operate as TOD by beIN, marking a major milestone in the Group’s digital evolution. The announcement comes as TOD by beIN prepares to serve as the official streaming platform for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). […]
COYA introduces its first fully integrated beach and stay experience in Ibiza with the launch of COYA Beach, a new lifestyle destination set to redefine the rhythm of Playa d’en Bossa. Bringing its signature Latin American spirit to the island, the opening marks a significant new chapter in COYA’s global expansion as it evolves from […]
US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on 14–15 May, in one of the week’s key geopolitical and market events. Before that, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Seoul on 12–13 May to narrow the economic agenda, including trade-truce […]
Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council has announced the activation of advanced blood toxicology testing services through the Central Testing Laboratory, in a strategic step that enhances the readiness of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi in the field of laboratory operations and reinforces its capabilities to rapidly develop and provide laboratory requirements. This supports
The Frontline Heroes Office expressed its deep pride in the pivotal and exceptional role played by nurses in supporting the health and sustainability of communities, praising their vital contributions across all areas of healthcare. On the occasion of International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12, the Office highlighted that the nursing workforce represents the
Dubai Chambers today held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Zhejiang Provincial Committee (CCPIT Zhejiang) to discuss opportunities to develop economic cooperation and strengthen trade and investment relations between Dubai and China. The meeting was attended by H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai
The Tutoring Center Dubai, part of Arcadia Education, has opened its fourth location in the city, located at Dubai Hills Mall. Following the success of its established centres in The Meadows Village, Al Furjan Pavilion and Arabian Ranches III, the new location underscores its commitment to delivering personalized academic support to students across the Emirate. […]
Al Ramz Corporation PJSC (ALRAMZ:UH), a leading financial services institution with a 25-year legacy in capital markets, has announced the launch of its new asset management subsidiary, ARAM Capital Partners Ltd. (ARAM Capital), a regulated asset manager under Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). ARAM Capital, a wholly owned subsidiary of Al Ramz operating under […]
At At.mosphere, guests are welcomed to one of the city’s most coveted tables. High within the Burj Khalifa, dining takes on a rare stillness, with Dubai unfolding far below and the horizon dissolving into sky, creating a sense of scale that feels almost otherworldly. At AED 155, the day moves through four distinct moments from […]
H.E. Raja Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), underscored the growing importance of export credit agencies (ECAs) and the urgent need for diversification amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, during her participation at the Lill Global Symposium 2026 held at Rhodes House in Oxford, UK, where ECI was a sponsor. Held under […]
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, today announced Frieda He has joined the company as Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). She will lead Vertiv’s global procurement organization, with a focus on further strengthening supply chain resilience, enabling growth, optimizing cost and value, and driving supplier quality across the company’s
Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai (RGSGD) has introduced academic societies, a long-standing tradition of British education, to its Dubai campus. Launched through four Senior Academic Societies — the Colebrook Society (Medical Society), Gaselee Society (Philosophy Society), Parkhurst Society (Business Society) and Grey Society (Digital Society) –these student-led
Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), the UAE’s leading build-to-sell property developer and majority-owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), reported a strong financial and operational performance for the first quarter of 2026 (January to March), supported by sustained demand across its developments, disciplined execution, and a resilient operating
Sony Middle East and Africa (Sony MEA) has successfully completed its Solar Power Energy Project with a project capacity of 391.2 kWp, at its regional headquarters located in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), Dubai, marking a significant step in advancing its sustainability agenda and reinforcing its long-standing presence in the United Arab Emirates. The […]
Union Coop has announced a strategic partnership with Peekabox, the UAE-based digital platform focused on reducing food waste, reinforcing its role in supporting the nation’s food security agenda while improving resource efficiency across its operations. The initiative will begin within Union Coop’s bakery departments, where surplus fresh products at the end of each
At Think 2026, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced the general availability of IBM Sovereign Core, a new software platform designed to help organizations build and operate AI-ready sovereign environments and verify their control — giving enterprises and governments an end-to-end approach to digital sovereignty. As AI adoption accelerates, digital sovereignty has become a critical





























