Zoud, the National Financial Wellbeing & Sustainability Initiative, has partnered with Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, to deliver innovative digital financial literacy lessons to students across the UAE, equipping them with essential money management
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British car rental technology platform Final Rentals has announced a major expansion of its Gulf operations through a strategic partnership with AUTORENT, one of the region’s largest vehicle rental and leasing operators. The agreement marks a significant milestone for the Cardiff-headquartered company, which launched its first operations in the United Arab Emirates
She Rises, a new collaborative anthology featuring 17 women from the UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Australia, and India, is now available globally in print and digital formats through Amazon, selected bookstores across the UAE, and the MENA Speakers online store. The book brings together personal stories of resilience, leadership, reinvention, and growth from women across diverse
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a new initiative to expand the scope of expenses eligible for VAT refunds for UAE nationals constructing new residences, allowing citizens to claim refunds on an additional range of construction costs. This move aligns with the UAE leadership’s directives, coinciding with the Year of Family and supporting family […]
SCC, Europe’s largest privately owned technology provider, today announced its expansion into the Middle East as part of a broader long term growth strategy across the region. SCC will open a new office headquartered in the UAE to support organisations across the Middle East as they continue to scale digital transformation, cloud infrastructure and AI […]
MRI Software has been selected by Khadamat, a UAE-based integrated facilities management (FM) provider, to support the standardisation of facilities management operations across its growing portfolio in the United Arab Emirates. Established in 2007, Khadamat is a strategic joint venture between Solutions+ (a Mubadala company) and Serco. As FM providers in the Middle
The UAE’s stars of showjumping continued to cement their place among the world’s elite this weekend, producing a series of outstanding results at the CSIO3* Sotheby’s International Realty Deauville as the Al Shira’aa’s partnership with the prestigious French fixture continues to flourish. The weekend began with a strong performance in Saturday’s
The UAE’s construction and real estate sectors are delivering increasingly complex projects, often involving multiple stakeholders, tight timelines, and high expectations for quality and compliance. Predicted to be valued over USD 127.13 billion in 2026, the UAE construction market is expanding rapidly, bringing heightened demands for developers, contractors, consultants,
Albatha Healthcare, a leading and well-established integrated healthcare solutions provider in the UAE and a subsidiary of Albatha Group, today announced the acquisition of Health First Pharmacy in the UAE, previously owned by Planet Pharmacies and part of Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries (Julphar). The acquisition strengthens Albatha Healthcare’s retail presence
CPX Holding, a trusted provider of comprehensive cyber and physical security solutions, today unveiled a refreshed brand identity that marks a significant milestone in its evolution as it enters its next phase of growth. The new identity reflects the company’s scale, maturity and future readiness as it strengthens its role in protecting critical infrastructure and […]
In line with the UAE’s vision for environmental stewardship and strengthening community partnerships, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) launched a series of strategic initiatives coinciding with the World Environment Day on June 5th. Coinciding with the Year of Family these initiatives reaffirm environmental protection as a national responsibility
Vault22 is strengthening its presence in the UAE as digital wealth management continues to gain momentum across the region, positioning itself at the intersection of artificial intelligence, financial wellness and long-term investing. The company operates in a market undergoing rapid transformation. The UAE’s fintech sector is projected to surpass USD 6 billion by 2030,
This year, in support of environmental education and grassroots engagement, Ariston Middle East partnered once again with the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), donating water heaters to schools across the UAE for the third consecutive year. Alberto Torner, Head of International Markets (AMEA) at Ariston Group, said, “Across the world, Ariston is committed to enhancing
First Deputy Chairman of the Executive Board of Sberbank Alexander Vedyakhin spoke about the promising potential of a partnership with the United Arab Emirates in the field of large language models (LLMs). According to him, the development of such models will proceed not only through competition but also through adaptation to the languages, cultures, and […]
Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, emphasised that the UAE is one of the leading countries in championing resilience and adaptability to combat environmental degradation and climate change. The nation seeks to turn these challenges into opportunities for growth, innovation, and prosperity for future generations. On
The Russia-UAE Business Council (RUBC), together with the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Russia, hosted a session entitled “The New Economics of Resilience: Polycentricity and Connectivity for Equitable Development” at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). The discussion was moderated by Sergey Zakharov, Co-Founder and Partner of Marathon
The Heart of Europe, an idyllic staycation destination at The World Islands in Dubai, is bringing Italy to Arabian shores with its Portofino Festival, a picturesque celebration of Italian beauty featuring gourmet cuisine, vibrant culture, and iconic music. Running from June 5 to June 27, 2026, the Portofino Festival promises an authentic Italian experience across […]
Huawei has officially announced the launch of the HUAWEI XMAGE UAE Social Media Competition, inviting photography enthusiasts, creators, and Huawei smartphone users across the country to capture and share their most compelling visual stories for a chance to win exclusive local prizes and be part of the global HUAWEI XMAGE Awards 2026. The UAE competition […]
Ongoing geopolitical tensions across the Middle East are influencing how investors, lenders and advisors assess real estate risk across the UAE, says Rus Kolinko, Managing Partner at Archers Valuation & Advisory. While real estate activity across Dubai and Abu Dhabi remains relatively resilient, Archers notes that conversations around risk, liquidity and downside
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundations of economic competition. What was once a race for natural resources, trade routes and industrial capacity is increasingly becoming a race for computing power, data infrastructure and the ability to develop and deploy AI at scale. The shift has turned data centres, advanced computing capacity and digital infrastructure





























