Dubai

Sheikh Hamdan approves strategy to transform Dubai’s education, real estate by 2033

Dubai continues its journey to becoming the world’s leading destination for living, investment, and lifelong learning

Ripple to introduce cross-border payment services in UAE following DFSA approval

Ripple will be the first blockchain-enabled payment services provider to be licensed by the DFSA

Dubai launches new IP hub to empower entrepreneurs, enhance business landscape

This platform supports startups and researchers across creative design, sustainability, health, education, and law

Dubai’s EGA finalizes acquisition of majority stake in U.S. recycling company

This acquisition expands EGA's operations across four continents, from bauxite mining to aluminium recycling 

ATM 2025: Global travel and tourism market to reach $11.1 trillion, generate 348 million jobs in 2024

Amid the surge in travel and tourism globally, Dubai welcomed a record 9.31 million international overnight visitors in H1 2024

UAE commits $30 million to boost Ghana’s biodiversity and climate initiatives

The framework outlines six key investment areas, including biodiversity corridors, reforestation

UAE strengthens position as global leader in AI through strategic investments, partnerships

The country ranks third worldwide in attracting AI experts, with a strong emphasis on cultivating a skilled workforce to drive digital transformation

Emirates airline hosts largest ever commercial gathering, outlines strategic vision for growth

Strategic discussions around the future of revenue management, loyalty and B2C sales took center stage

MBRHE partners with Microsoft to drive digital transformation, cloud computing initiatives for Dubai’s residents

The two entities will collaborate to organize workshops and training programs to develop digital skills among MBRHE employees

DMCC strengthens economic ties as over 500 Italian companies join Dubai’s premier free zone

DMCC's recent engagement with Italy follows an increase in bilateral trade, which surpassed $9 billion in 2023

Mastercard, Amazon Payment Services to enable digital payment acceptance across Middle East and Africa

The payment service provider will use Mastercard Gateway for quick, seamless, and secure transactions in the region

UAE President directs $100 million in urgent relief for Lebanon

This initiative showcases the UAE's ongoing commitment to supporting Lebanon during its hardships

Dubai: IHG inks agreement to launch world’s tallest all-hotel tower next year

The First Group announced that Ciel, the world's tallest all-hotel tower, will be the latest addition to IHG’s Vignette Collection Portfolio

UAE banking sector demonstrates resilience with robust capital buffers, favorable liquidity conditions, says Central Bank

UAE's real GDP grew 3.6 percent, driven by rise in the non-oil sector, particularly in tourism, real estate, and finance 

Six new highlights to look forward to at Expand North Star 2024

The event will be held at Dubai Harbour from October 13 to 16

48,735 pensioners and beneficiaries to receive $220 million in September: Date of disbursement revealed by UAE’s GPSSA

This amount reflects a notable increase of AED91,728,008 ($25 million) compared to the same month in 2023

RTA introduces smart winter seasonal schedules to enhance maritime transport for tourists and residents in Dubai

This initiative encompasses all maritime transport services and routes, including Dubai Ferry, Abra, and Dubai Water Taxi

Sheikh Mohammed meets HSBC Holdings group chairman, discusses strengthening financial partnerships

The meeting further addressed Dubai's infrastructure upgrades, reinforcing its role as an investment hub and trade link

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid issues Decree on the Board of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre Authority

According to the Decree, Abdul Wahed Abdul Rahim Al Olama will take on the role of Vice Chairman of the Board

Dubai Maritime City boosts ship handling capacity to 1,000 vessels, solidifying hub status

DMC's upgraded lifts for 6,000 and 3,000 tons double capacity to 1,000 vessels annually

‘Invest in the Emirates’ campaign goes global, seeks to generate over 200 million impressions

Campaign’s reach also extended to major airports in Zurich, Geneva, Munich, New York and Heathrow

Digital Dubai announces Dubai Data and AI Platform to accelerate digital transformation

Platform facilitates decentralized data exchange and marks the next generation of the Dubai Pulse platform

UAE airports soar with 14.2 percent rise to 71.7 million passengers in H1 2024

This is compared to 62.8 million during the same timeframe last year

UAE Central Bank raises country’s GDP growth forecast for 2024 to 4 percent, 6 percent for 2025

Growth in 2025 will be fueled by strong non-hydrocarbon momentum and a rise in hydrocarbon production