Business Food UAE

Dubai to host 6th Global Vertical Farming Show amid growing regional focus on food security

News Desk 22/07/2025

From September 10-11, 2025 Global interest in sustainable agriculture is set to converge in the UAE this September, as Dubai prepares to host the 6th Global Vertical Farming Show, an event expected to draw policymakers, researchers, and technology leaders from across the world. The event will

Business UAE

The 2nd World Cold Chain Expo heads to Dubai this September

News Desk 22/07/2025

As regional market grows A growing demand for temperature-sensitive goods and expanding healthcare needs are fuelling rapid growth in the cold chain logistics sector across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), with Dubai set to host one of the industry’s largest regional gatherings in September 2025. The 2nd World Cold Chain Expo is scheduled for […]

Business Corporate UAE

Endava study: 79% of business leaders in the UAE trust AI

Arnold Pinto 17/07/2025

In high-stakes decision-making Business leaders in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are displaying an unprecedented level of trust in artificial intelligence (AI), with the majority confident that AI systems can make crucial decisions that impact their professional lives, according to a new study. The report also reveals that employees are increasingly willing to let AI […]

Tech Transport UAE

Dubai puts China’s self-driving vehicles through real-world trials

News Desk 16/07/2025

Ahead of $3m global mobility challenge Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed a series of field evaluations on autonomous transport technologies in China, as part of preparations for the 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport, set to take place from September 24-25, 2025. Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2025, which carries a […]

Automotive Lifestyle Travel UAE

UAE adventurers embark on 12,600km-long overland trip through 26 countries

Arnold Pinto 12/07/2025

From Dubai to Scotland A group of intrepid adventurers from the United Arab Emirates has launched an ambitious overland journey spanning 26 countries, setting off from Dubai and concluding in Scotland. The 12,600km-long expedition aims to promote cultural exchange and foster a spirit of adventure, while documenting stories that connect diverse communities across the globe.

Interviews Real Estate UAE

It is perfect timing as Mantra Properties collaborates with Jacob&Co

Arnold Pinto 12/07/2025

For upscale UAE development With a decade of dominance in India’s real estate sector, Pune-based Mantra Properties is stepping onto the international stage by launching Jacob&Co Residences by Mantra, its first overseas luxury development at Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. In an exclusive interview in Dubai, Ankit Gupta, Executive Director of Mantra Properties,

Business Real Estate UAE

New Dubai housing project draws strong demand before sales launch

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2025

Arlington Park is in DLRC Majid Developments has unveiled a new affordable luxury residential project in Dubai, amid strong investor interest and a fast-growing demand for housing in the Gulf emirate. Arlington Park, a 140-unit apartment project strategically situated in the Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC), expands the footprint of the Dubai-based, family-owned

Lifestyle Real Estate UAE Watches

Jacob&Co to launch first ultra-luxurious branded residential tower with Mantra

Arnold Pinto 10/07/2025

On Al Marjan Island Global luxury retail and jewellery brand Jacob&Co and Indian real estate developer Mantra Properties have signed a strategic partnership to deliver the first ultra-luxurious Jacob&Co fully branded and fully furnished residential tower on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The agreement, which was […]

Finance Forex UAE

UAE among top 10 countries in global surge of investment curiosity

News Desk 05/07/2025

Led by forex searches The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has ranked sixth globally in investment-related online search activity, according to a recent analysis tracking internet search behaviour across different asset classes. The report, compiled by financial platform BrokerChooser, highlights a significant rise in public interest in investing, particularly among younger

Business Transport UAE

National Paints wins 10-year naming right for Jebel Ali Metro Station in Dubai

News Desk 30/06/2025

Name changes from July 1, 2025 Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has awarded a 10-year naming right for Jebel Ali Metro Station on the Red Line in Dubai City to National Paints Factories, a UAE-based paints and coatings manufacturer. The metro station, which serves the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) industrial area, is being renamed ‘National Paints […]

Automotive Tech UAE

SteerAI unveils autonomous ATV at 2025 Mobility Live ME

Arnold Pinto 29/06/2025

For myriad use cases SteerAI, the Abu Dhabi-based autonomous mobility technology company, unveiled its groundbreaking autonomous ATV at the Mobility Live ME trade exhibition, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from June 24 to 25, 2025. Designed primarily for defence, law enforcement, and border control, the autonomous ATV features CoreX, SteerAI’s autonomous driving

Business Travel UAE

These are the top 3 travel insurance providers in the UAE  

News Desk 27/06/2025

10 things to consider beforehand Travel insurance is a growing priority for residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), especially as international movement increases across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Whether for leisure, business, or religious travel, choosing the right policy requires careful evaluation of coverage, reliability, and service. Union Insurance is

Business UAE

5 reasons to start a profitable business in Dubai this year

News Desk 26/06/2025

As a launchpad for regional expansion Dubai’s location at the intersection of Asia, Africa and Europe gives it a unique advantage as a business hub. It offers direct air links to major cities in all three regions, positioning it as a central access point for trade and commerce. For companies looking to expand into emerging […]

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DHL to invest US$574 million in Arabian Gulf logistics expansion

News Editor 2 19/06/2025

Renewed focus on specific sectors DHL Group plans to invest US$574 million by 2030 to enhance its logistics infrastructure, service capacity, and delivery efficiency throughout the Arabian Gulf region, primarily encompassing the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia. The move is part of the logistics specialist’s Strategy 2030, which aims to respond to global […]

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All the 6 GCC countries announce Eid Al Adha holidays

News Desk 27/05/2025

Here’s what to expect in 2025 Governments across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have officially announced the Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday schedule, with millions of residents preparing for one of the most significant Islamic celebrations. The holiday, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, will begin on the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, which is […]

Tech UAE

UAE will become the first country to offer free ChatGPT Plus to all residents

News Desk 27/05/2025

Under Stargate UAE initiative The United Arab Emirates is poised to become the first country in the world to offer free access to ChatGPT Plus – the subscription-based version of ChatGPT offered by OpenAI – to all residents of the Arabian Gulf country. The groundbreaking initiative is part of a high-profile collaboration between OpenAI and […]

Space UAE

Firefly Aerospace contracted to fly UAE’s Rashid Rover 2 to the far side of the Moon

Arnold Pinto 25/05/2025

Mission scheduled for 2026 Firefly Aerospace, the Texas-based end-to-end responsive space company, has signed a strategic agreement with the United Arab Emirates’ Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to deliver the Rashid Rover 2 to the far side of the Moon. This groundbreaking lunar mission, scheduled for 2026, will see the UAE join an elite […]

Health UAE

Orchid Fertility ushers in new era of IVF and holistic care in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 22/05/2025

With a landmark centre in Dubai Healthcare City Orchid Fertility – a premier reproductive health provider in the Middle East region – has officially launched its state-of-the-art patient-centred fertility facility in Dubai Healthcare City, reaffirming Dubai’s growing stature as a global destination for specialised healthcare. The new centre prides itself on ‘Creating

Tech UAE

Abu Dhabi to get the largest AI campus outside the US

News Desk 17/05/2025

Along with advanced Nvidia AI chips In a groundbreaking agreement finalised during US President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, the UAE and the US have signed a deal to establish the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the continental US. The AI mega-project, set to be built in […]

Events Health UAE

25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion begins in Abu Dhabi today

Arnold Pinto 13/05/2025

Co-hosted by IUHPE and ADPHC The 25th IUHPE World Conference on Health Promotion is being held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), from May 13 to 16, 2025, marking the first time the global gathering is held in the Middle East. The conference, co-hosted by the International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) […]