Business Real Estate

Dubai Islands’ exceptional investment potential comes under scrutiny

Arnold Pinto 01/06/2025

At AYS Developments event in Dubai A compelling panel discussion explored the burgeoning Dubai Islands mega-project from a real estate investment perspective during an event held in Dubai on May 31, 2025, by AYS Developers. The half-day event, endorsed by the Dubai Land Department, brought

Appointments Travel

Shaikha Al Nowais named first woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism

News Editor 2 01/06/2025

From January 2026 The UN Tourism Executive Council has nominated Shaikha Al Nowais of the UAE as the next Secretary-General of the global tourism body, in a landmark move that would see her become the first woman to hold the post in the organisation’s 50-year history. Her nomination was announced during the Council’s 123rd session, […]

Business

Eureka! GCC 2025 showcases innovation in regional entrepreneurship

News Desk 31/05/2025

$100,000 prize money awarded The fourth edition of Eureka! GCC, a premier business model competition, was held in Dubai from May 28 to 29, 2025, fostering entrepreneurship across the oil-rich Arabian Gulf region. Since its inception, Eureka! GCC has evolved into a transformative platform for early-stage businesses, providing them with the resources and mentorship needed

Automotive

Gargash GAC Motor unveils 2026 GAC GS8 Traveller and Hybrid models in UAE

Arnold Pinto 31/05/2025

Priced from AED 139,900-169,900 Gargash GAC Motor has launched three variants of the all-new 2026 editions of the GAC GS8 Traveller (GT) and Hybrid (GX) mid-size SUV models to the UAE market, offering enhanced performance, advanced technology, and improved fuel efficiency. The GAC GS8, a mid-size crossover SUV produced by the GAC Group under the […]

Automotive Business Oman

Exeed drives into the Oman automotive market with Al Mana Holding as exclusive distributor

Arnold Pinto 30/05/2025

4th GCC market for the Chinese automaker Al Mana Holding, a prominent Qatari conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, and entertainment, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Exeed vehicles in the Sultanate of Oman. A strategic partnership in this regard was formalised during an official signing ceremony held at […]

Business

Salesforce unveils AI-Powered Agentforce at World Tour Dubai

News Desk 30/05/2025

Accelerating digital transformation Salesforce showcased its cutting-edge AI-driven digital labour platform, Agentforce, at the Agentforce World Tour held in Dubai on May 28, 2025. The event was attended by Salesforce customers, partners, and associates, underscoring the increasing interest in AI solutions in the GCC region. Keynote speakers, including Marco Hernansanz,

News

Rhino Charge 2025 to feature Kenya’s first customised 4×4 EV

Arnold Pinto 29/05/2025

From EV Explorers Kenya has witnessed a groundbreaking moment in sustainable motorsport as EV Explorers has unveiled the country’s first-ever customised zero-emission 4×4 electric vehicle, which will compete in the renowned Rhino Charge on May 31, 2025. This pioneering initiative aims not only to showcase the capabilities of electric vehicles (EVs) in extreme

Tech

UAE consumers seek emotionally intelligent AI in customer service interactions

Arnold Pinto 29/05/2025

ServiceNow survey reports A new survey by ServiceNow, the Santa Clara, California-based AI platform for business transformation, reveals that UAE consumers are increasingly seeking emotionally intelligent AI in customer service interactions. The ServiceNow Consumer Voice Report 2025, conducted in partnership with Opinium, surveyed 17,000 adults across 13 countries in the

News

BT Properties launches its flagship project ‘WAADA,’ master-planned community in Dubai South

News Desk 28/05/2025

BT Properties, one of Asia’s most trusted development entities, unveiled its flagship development project ‘WAADA,’ a master-planned community, in the UAE during a landmark launch event held at the Grand Hyatt, Dubai Healthcare City. With over 30 years of experience in delivering large-scale, integrated, people-centric developments across Pakistan, BT Properties is bringing

Interviews Tech

SAMENA CEO Bocar A. BA on intelligent networks, cybersecurity and the future of 5.5G in the region

Arnold Pinto 28/05/2025

Encompassing the telecom vertical The SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 took centre stage in Dubai on May 26, bringing together influential policymakers, regulators, and ICT industry leaders from across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa (SAMENA) region, as well as the global digital ecosystem. This year’s Summit was built around the

Business Real Estate

Monaco tops the 20 most expensive global luxury real estate markets listing

Arnold Pinto 28/05/2025

No Middle East destination makes the cut Monaco is the most expensive real estate market globally in a world where location determines more than just the view from your window. As of December 2024, data from New World Wealth and Henley & Partners reveal that the tiny Mediterranean principality commands an astounding $38,800 per square […]

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 […]

Business Telecom

SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 focuses on AI, 5 G-Advanced, and sustainable smart infrastructure

Arnold Pinto 26/05/2025

On May 26, 2025, in Dubai City The SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 is taking centre stage in Dubai City on May 26, 2025, having drawn together high-profile policymakers, regulators, and ICT industry leaders from the SA-ME-NA (South Asia, Middle East, and North Africa) region and beyond. This year’s Summit is framed around the […]

Business Tech

Cloudera’s new datasets’ AI visualisation tool is a game-changer for Middle Eastern enterprises

Arnold Pinto 26/05/2025

With on-prem deployment Cloudera, a global leader in hybrid data, analytics and AI platforms, has launched a groundbreaking update to its Cloudera Data Visualization solution. Its high-performance AI visualisation tool is now available for on-premises deployment, unlocking secure, enterprise-grade insights across the whole data lifecycle for the first time. The platform

Gadgets Tech

Acer unveils its Swift X 14 AI Series with RTX 5070 GPUs

News Desk 25/05/2025

OLED displays and creator-first features Acer has introduced two new laptops aimed squarely at content creators and professionals needing serious power on the go. The latest models in the award-winning Swift X line, the Swift X 14 AI and Swift X 14, arrive equipped with next-generation processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs, and advanced […]

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 […]

Business Tech

Global tech giants to power Stargate UAE

Arnold Pinto 24/05/2025

Next-gen AI infrastructure in Abu Dhabi A consortium of global tech leaders, including OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, SoftBank Group, Cisco, and UAE-based G42, has unveiled plans to build Stargate UAE, a next-generation AI infrastructure based in Abu Dhabi. The facility is expected to revolutionise the global AI landscape and be part of the newly announced UAE-US […]

Aviation Tech Travel

No more removing laptops or liquids from carry-on bags during security check at Dubai Airport

Arnold Pinto 24/05/2025

Thanks to AI-powered CT scanners Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the world’s busiest and most influential travel hubs, is stepping into the future with a major overhaul of its security screening systems. In a bold move to enhance security and passenger convenience, DXB is deploying next-generation CT scanners across all its terminals. These scanners […]

Hospitality Interviews Real Estate

Dalands Holding CEO: The juggernaut of Ras Al Khaimah has just begun

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2025

With W Residences Al Marjan Island Since its founding in 2005, Dalands Holding has established itself as a boutique powerhouse in India’s residential and hospitality-led real estate development. With a portfolio rich in foresight and strategic execution, Dalands is poised to reshape the luxury living narrative in the Northern Emirates by partnering with Marriott

Defence & Security Logistics

Urban-Air Port and Drone Evolution jointly launch DBx-A1

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2025

Urban-Air Port and Drone Evolution unveil DBx-A1 In a landmark step towards modernising global military logistics, Urban-Air Port (UAP) has joined forces with UK-based UAV innovator Drone Evolution to launch the DBx-A1—an advanced, mobile UAV logistics and launch system tailored for modern warfare. This high-impact partnership leverages UAP’s global leadership in UAV