United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions hit $4.69 billion in first two months of 2025

Sales transactions since the beginning of the year totaled AED9.8 billion across 2,676 transactions

RTA, Dubai Holding ink $1.63 billion deal to enhance access to key developments across Dubai

As part of the agreement, bridges and roads will be developed to improve access points for five key Dubai Holding developments

Emirates launches new services to China, Vietnam, Cambodia

Emirates now extends its presence to four Chinese gateways including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou

UAE gold prices rise AED0.5, global rates gain on Ukraine peace deal uncertainty

The U.S. dollar index fell 0.33 percent from more than a two-week high it hit in the previous session

Securing the backbone of enterprise Gen AI

Implementing strong identity security for Gen AI entails enforcing multi-factor authentication and strict credential management

Meta AI’s Impact on MENA: Empowering a young, tech-savvy generation

Fares Akkad, regional director for Middle East and Africa (MEA) at Meta, explains how the leading tech company is positioning AI as a transformative force in the Middle East

Investopia 2025: UICCA, UAE Ministry of Economy partner to reinforce sustainability through launch of Circular Economy Cycle

The agreement cultivates sustainable economic growth by supporting a nurturing ecosystem for climate-focused startups

BEYOND Developments launches Sensia, third project in its master plan at Dubai Maritime City

Designed by HBA, Sensia features angled floor plates for privacy and stunning panoramic views

ADIO signs strategic partnership with Italy’s CDP to boost investment, trade

Italy is a key trade partner of the UAE, with annual trade over AED30 billion

Dubai offers remote learning for private schools on Ramadan Fridays

Students who have mandatory in-person examinations on Fridays are exempt from this arrangement

Investopia 2025: Future100 initiative explores strengthening UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

The initiative featured 15 sessions with 48 speakers, including ministers, officials, and industry experts

UAE gold prices drop AED3.5, global rates fall ahead of PCE inflation data

Spot gold fell 0.4 percent to $2,864.94 an ounce, while April futures decreased 0.6 percent to $2,877.80 an ounce

UAE announces decrease in petrol prices for March 2025

Super 98 petrol will cost AED2.73 per litre, compared to AED2.74 a litre in February

Investopia 2025: Future100 initiative signs 6 agreements to drive startup growth in UAE’s new economy sectors

New partnerships support the initiative's goals to boost future readiness and strengthen the UAE's economic hub

Plaza Premium Group unveils Numero Uno Caviar Bars at Dubai International, Zayed International Airports

The Caviar Bars will feature a selection of premium Numero Uno and Kaspian branded caviar

Jaywan, UAE’s first domestic card scheme to be activated locally and globally: CBUAE

Jaywan offers secure, efficient payments, reducing costs, supporting growth, and promoting inclusion

ADGM achieves record growth in 2024 with 245 percent surge in AUMs

ADGM emerged as fastest-growing financial centre with 32 percent annual growth, totaling 2,381 operational entities

Ramadan 2025: Ajman announces full remote work for government employees on Fridays

From Monday to Thursday, Ramadan working hours are 9:00 AM to 2:30 p.m.

MBRSC’s Etihad-SAT launching in first week of March 2025 aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9

Etihad-SAT development began two years ago through a knowledge transfer program with Satrec Initiative

Ramadan 2025: UAE launches ‘Ramadan with the Family’ initiative for remote learning on Fridays

Teaching staff will continue their regular attendance at schools on Fridays during Ramadan

UAE calls for moon-sighting to mark Ramadan 2025 beginning

In the UAE, the country’s International Astronomy Center said Ramadan is likely to begin on March 1

Investopia 2025 highlights global investment trends, possible opportunities for regional and international economic growth

12 discussion sessions and 11 roundtable meetings were held on Day 1 with wide international participation