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UAE’s MyCrane Trading secures $50 million to expand crane sales

Arnold Pinto 30/08/2025

Across the MEA region MyCrane Trading, a Dubai-based heavy equipment firm, has finalised a $50 million investment agreement with an investment holding company headquartered in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The funding will support MyCrane Trading’s regional and global expansion in

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Experts to shed lights on foreign investment and new property ownership laws at the Investment Conference at IREIS 2025

PR News Desk 29/08/2025

The UAE’s Dh1 trillion real estate sector is fast becoming more lucrative to foreign investors due to higher return on investment, increased transparency, accountability and digitsation that is attracting larger foreign investment, private equity and institutional capital. Regional and international experts are going to offer critical insights into the UAE’s real estate

Tech

Global South AI pact agreed at Vienna summit

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2025

As investment models shift A three-day global summit in Vienna concluded recently with the signing of the Vienna Conference Consensus, a new international agreement aimed at closing the gap in artificial intelligence (AI) development between wealthy nations and the Global South. The consensus, endorsed by representatives from over 80 countries, outlines investment

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MENA Investment Congress Returns to Abu Dhabi with Ray Dalio Headlining the 7th Edition

PR News Desk 27/08/2025

CFA Society Emirates today announced the return of the MENA Investment Congress (MENA ICON) 2025, its flagship event, which will take place on 30th September and 1st October 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Now in its seventh edition, the congress has grown into one of the region’s most influential gatherings for global finance leaders, policymakers, and […]

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AI’s Tipping Point Is Reshaping Tech, Investment and the Global Economy

PR News Desk 26/08/2025

From hyperscalers building vast GPU clusters to CEOs of major technology firms pursuing the same goal at pace, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming business models and the global economy. According to Denny Fish, technology and innovation portfolio manager and research analyst at Janus Henderson Investors, this convergence is unlike anything the tech world has

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Top 5 investment projects shaping Dubai’s real estate market

PR News Desk 25/08/2025

Dubai’s real estate market continues to set benchmarks, recording AED 431 billion in sales and over 125,000 transactions this year. The sector posted 25% growth in transaction value compared to the same period last year, underscoring investor confidence and sustained demand across diverse segments. Against this backdrop, Whitewill highlights five landmark freehold projects

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Etihad Rail to ‘open up new corridors for living, trade, and investment across the Emirates’

PR News Desk 08/08/2025

A UAE property expert says the benefits delivered by Etihad Rail will extend far beyond real estate, creating new corridors for living, trade, and investment across the Emirates. Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, believes the Etihad Rail network will transform the UAE’s economic landscape by boosting connectivity, reducing travel times, and driving genuine […]

Business

Apple pledges $600 billion investment in US manufacturing push amid global tech rivalries

Arnold Pinto 08/08/2025

Bid to localise supply chains Apple has announced a significant expansion of its operations in the United States, pledging an additional $100 billion, which brings its total US investment commitment to $600 billion over four years. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to localise supply chains, boost advanced manufacturing, and strengthen America’s position […]

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BlueFive Capital Announces Mumtalakat’s Acquisition of a Stake in the Global Investment Platform

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

BlueFive Capital announced today that Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has acquired a stake in the firm, underscoring Mumtalakat’s commitment to supporting emerging financial players. Mumtalakat’s stake follows BlueFive Capital’s successful close of its Founding Shareholders Circle, and it joins the 25 prominent GCC

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The Family Office Concludes Exclusive Investment Forum in Dubai, Showcasing Institutional Wealth Strategies for Investors

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

The Family Office, a leading provider of wealth management and advisory services in the GCC, recently hosted an exclusive investment event in Dubai, bringing together select investors and global experts for high-level discussions on the future of private wealth management. Hosted at the Four Seasons Dubai, the forum offered a deep dive into the evolving […]

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Kamco Invest Enhances Investment Management and Operations with Bloomberg’s AIM and PORT Enterprise Solutions

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

Bloomberg announced that Kamco Invest, a leading regional asset manager with around $17 billion in assets under management, has adopted Bloomberg’s AIM and PORT Enterprise solutions to optimize its investment operations, improve efficiency, and reduce risk. Kamco Invest will utilize Bloomberg AIM, a leading order and investment management solution, to optimize front-office

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Jumeirah Village Triangle gets new mixed-use development as yields near 9%

PR News Desk 04/08/2025

Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT) has recently seen robust growth in rents and investment returns. In 2024, apartment rentals in JVT jumped by over 20% year-on-year, and gross rental yields for studio and 1‑bed apartments are around 9%. This high-yielding environment, along with ongoing infrastructure and community upgrades, has made JVT increasingly attractive to both

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Toyow secures US$10 million investment from Nimbus Capital to drive tokenisation globally

PR News Desk 24/07/2025

Toyow, the world’s first multi category tokenised asset marketplace, has secured a US$10 million strategic investment from Nimbus Capital, a leading alternative investment group operating globally, focused on emerging industries and backing high-impact technologies across sectors with strong growth potential.   The investment fuels Toyow’s mission to democratise

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Dubai Chambers to host Dubai Business Forum – USA in New York this November to highlight D33 investment opportunities

PR News Desk 22/07/2025

Dubai Chambers has announced that the fourth international edition of the Dubai Business Forum will take place in New York City on 12 November. The forum aims to introduce the American business community to the diverse opportunities created by the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). The Dubai Business Forum – USA is designed to unlock new […]

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DMDC announces bold venture into property investment with new division, DMDC Estates

PR News Desk 22/07/2025

DMDC – one of the region’s fastest-growing interior design and construction firms – has announced the launch of its newest division DMDC Estates, a property investment and renovation arm primed to reimagine Dubai’s property landscape. The strategic expansion, unveiled during a private press conference, represents DMDC’s largest investment since its founding. DMDC has

Thought leadership

Diversification – a strategic necessity, not an optional defensive tactic

News Desk 22/07/2025

By Hamza Dweik, Head of Trading, Saxo Bank MENA As the global economy braces for a period of realignment, investors must now re-evaluate how to build resilient, growth-focused portfolios which can withstand today’s uncertainty. This perspective is gaining ground especially in the Middle East, where diversification is emerging as a key strategy for navigating volatility

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Ellington Properties and Keyper Partnership, Redefining Luxury Property Investment in Dubai

PR News Desk 21/07/2025

Ellington Properties, Dubai’s design-led, award-winning developer, has grown its partnership with Keyper, the Dubai-based prop-tech solutions provider, through making a strategic investment in the company. Together, they are creating a revolutionary digital-first experience for property investors, blending Ellington’s luxury craftsmanship with Keyper’s cutting-edge rental

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Belong: New fintech platform offers NRIs safe & easy investment options in India

PR News Desk 16/07/2025

Belong, a new fintech platform for global Indians to invest safely and easily in India, is now available for non-resident Indians (NRI) in the UAE. Licensed by IFSCA – regulator of GIFT City, India, Belong offers a US Dollar-based Fixed Deposit (FD) starting at just USD 5,000 (AED 18,365), with high returns. Ankur Choudhary, CEO […]

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Airalo Becomes the First eSIM Unicorn With an Investment Round of $220m

PR News Desk 11/07/2025

Airalo, the world’s first and largest eSIM provider, today announced a $220m investment led by new investor, CVC. The investment includes new growth capital valuing Airalo at over $1 billion, marking its status as the industry’s first unicorn. Driven by surging global demand, Airalo has continued its rapid expansion and now serves over 20 million […]

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Why Tablets Are Becoming the Smartest Investment for Office Productivity

PR News Desk 09/07/2025

Bad tools hurt worker productivity more than we usually realise. For the last several decades, laptops have been the default workplace device. But as work becomes increasingly mobile and multitasking-driven, traditional tools are proving inadequate to keep up with the pace and flexibility modern roles demand. According to studies, switching to more portable office devices