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Middle East Gift Cards & Incentives Market Set to Reach USD 38B by 2030, as YOUGotaGift Launches @Work to Power SME-Driven Growth

News Desk 13/12/2025

As the Middle East’s gift card and incentive market accelerates toward USD 38 billion by 2030, businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia are transforming how they reward employees and customers. According to new data from Mordor Intelligence, the gift card and incentive card market in the GCC

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UAE Markets End Week Higher After Central Bank Rate Cut Aligns with Fed : Comments from Vijay Valecha , CIO – Century Financial

News Desk 13/12/2025

U.A.E. equities ended the week higher. Markets reacted positively to the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates’ decision to reduce its base rate. The Central Bank of the UAE cut the base rate for the overnight deposit facility by 25 bps to 3.65%. This was in line with the U.S. Fed’s decision. The interest […]

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Dubai residents can book free driverless taxi rides via Uber in select areas

News Editor 12/12/2025

Image Credit : Dubai RTA Dubai residents can now experience driverless taxi rides in parts of the city, with up to 50 trips offered free of charge under a new pilot programme launched by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Uber and autonomous mobility firm WeRide. The Robotaxi service is now live […]

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Abu Dhabi restricts heavy vehicles on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street this weekend

News Editor 12/12/2025

Abu Dhabi authorities have announced a temporary restriction on heavy vehicles and labour transport buses on Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street this weekend to ease traffic movement and improve road safety. The Integrated Transport Centre, through its Abu Dhabi Mobility division, said the restriction will be in place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 3am […]

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Dhruva urges UAE businesses to act now on transfer pricing risk

News Desk 12/12/2025

Dhruva, a premier tax advisory firm with deep expertise across the Middle East, India, and Asia, is encouraging UAE-headquartered groups and multinational companies operating in the country to place transfer pricing (TP) firmly on their strategic and governance agenda, as the UAE’s corporate tax landscape develops and aligns more closely with international practice. With

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Kyndryl Readiness Report: 93% of UAE Business Leaders Expect AI to Transform Jobs Within a Year

News Desk 12/12/2025

Kyndryl (NYSE: KD), a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise services, today released the United Arab Emirates findings from its second annual Readiness Report. The data reveals a moment of both momentum and reflection — as businesses in the UAE report growing returns from AI investments while facing mounting pressure to modernize infrastructure, scale innovation

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UAE expands digital trade services with new business documents on UAE PASS

News Editor 11/12/2025

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has taken another step toward a fully digital government with the rollout of five new trade licence documents through the UAE PASS digital wallet. The update, announced by the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), was introduced in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Registration Authority, Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority […]

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Samsung and Amazon collaborate to enhance digital customer experiences across the UAE and Saudi Arabia

News Desk 11/12/2025

Samsung Electronics MENA and Amazon, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) advancing their ongoing collaboration to enhance the customer experience, deepen digital integration, and deliver meaningful value through innovation and convenience in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. As part of the MoU, Samsung and Amazon will work together across several key areas to

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PureHealth launches UAE’s largest and most advanced AI-powered standalone diagnostic laboratory

News Desk 11/12/2025

PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, has unveiled its AI-powered Lab, a flagship AI-driven diagnostic facility developed under its subsidiary, PureLab.   As the UAE’s largest and most advanced standalone diagnostic laboratory, the 70,000-square-foot facility is set to transform national diagnostic services through cutting-edge AI-driven

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AUS College of Engineering Dean Dr. Fadi Aloul appointed Chair of UAE Engineering Deans Council

News Desk 11/12/2025

Dr. Fadi Aloul, Dean of the American University of Sharjah (AUS) College of Engineering (CEN), has been appointed Chair of the UAE Engineering Deans Council, a national body that unites deans of engineering, information technology and computer science programs across the UAE. Established on October 11, 2012 under the auspices of the Society of Engineers […]

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Why Chauffeur Mobility May Be the Silent Force Driving the UAE’s Luxury Travel to Europe

News Desk 11/12/2025

Europe is entering one of its strongest winter tourism seasons in recent years, driven in large part by an influx of affluent travellers from the UAE seeking restorative, high-touch experiences across the continent. Although often overlooked, the VIP chauffeur-driven industry, with its 30% rise in bookings this winter, marks a surge that directly correlates with […]

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ADNOC Distribution, FAB and Mastercard Launch the UAE’s Most Rewarding Fuel and Mobility Credit Card

News Desk 11/12/2025

ADNOC Distribution (ISIN: AEA006101017) (Symbol: ADNOCDIST), the UAE’s largest mobility and convenience retailer, First Abu Dhabi Bank (ISIN: AEN000101016) (Symbol: FAB), the UAE’s largest bank, and Mastercard, a global payment technology leader, today announced the launch of the ADNOC Rewards Credit Card, designed to deliver premium benefits to customers across the UAE.

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Corneal Transplants Are Safer and More Precise Than Ever at Barraquer Eye Hospital UAE

News Desk 11/12/2025

Corneal disease remains one of the leading causes of visual impairment worldwide, yet the outlook for patients today is more hopeful than ever. Thanks to major advances in surgical refinement and technology, corneal transplants, once seen as high-risk, complex procedures, have become significantly safer, more precise, and far more successful. Specialists at Barraquer Eye

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Cleanco Waste Treatment unlocks new milestone in medical and hazardous waste management, reaffirms commitment to UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals

News Desk 10/12/2025

Cleanco, one of the UAE’s largest Environmental Services Providers (ESP) of medical and hazardous waste treatment solutions in the region, marked a landmark milestone by raising its treatment capacity, reflecting its crucial role in advancing the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategic initiative and the Abu Dhabi Waste Diversion Target 2030.   Cleanco’s latest accomplishment

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UAE Reaffirms Commitment to Safeguarding Cultural Heritage at ACHA General Assembly in China

News Desk 10/12/2025

The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Culture, participated in the Second General Assembly of the Alliance for Cultural Heritage in Asia (ACHA), held in Chongqing, China, from 26 to 29 November 2025. The event convened ministers of culture, senior officials and experts from over 20 countries, paving the way for impactful discussions on […]

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UAE National Orchestra Unveils Artistic Vision, Inaugural Season Overview and Emirati Talent Programme

News Desk 10/12/2025

Building on the momentum of its first public performance at the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, the UAE National Orchestra has unveiled the artistic vision and musical philosophy shaping its inaugural season. Introduced to the nation during the official ceremony at the Zayed National Museum, this new orchestral sound now forms the foundation for […]

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iCodejr’s Code Battle 2025 Celebrates UAE’s Brightest Young Coders in Its 5th Edition

News Desk 10/12/2025

iCodejr, the STEM accredited, licensed online digital and AI literacy academy for school children, hosted the finals of the Code Battle, an esteemed coding competition for students, concluded the 5th annual Code Battle with its strongest edition yet. Over three days at DTEC, Dubai Digital Park, 205 students across 79 teams came together from more than […]

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H.E. Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri meets officials to strengthen ties between South Korea and UAE in sports sector

News Desk 09/12/2025

His Excellency Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports, officially visited South Korea and led the UAE delegation participating in the 2025 World Conference on Doping in Sport, hosted by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) in Busan. During the visit, H.E. Al Hajeri attended a series of high-level meetings with various South […]

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LG Channels BEGINS MENA ROLLOUT WITH UAE LAUNCH BRINGING FREE ENTERTAINMENT STREAMING TO LG SMART TVS

News Desk 09/12/2025

LG Electronics (LG) today announced the official availability of LG Channels in the United Arab Emirates, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing the home entertainment experience with unparalleled accessibility and diverse programming. LG Channels, readily available with every LG Smart TV in the UAE – with plans for further expansion across the Middle East soon – […]

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UAE’s Next MasterMind Awards & Conference 2025 — A Tribute to the Pioneers Transforming Healthcare, Aesthetics, Wellness & Digital Transformation

News Desk 09/12/2025

Crowne Plaza Dubai shimmered with purpose as leaders from healthcare, aesthetics, wellness, and digital transformation gathered for the prestigious UAE’s Next MasterMind Awards & Conference 2025, one of the region’s most anticipated platforms for innovation and excellence. Since 2013, MasterMind has recognized and spotlighted industry changemakers. Aligned with