DMCC, the leading international business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, has announced the formal launch of the world’s largest silver bar as the first tokenised commodity asset under the DMCC-VARA tokenisation framework, marking a major milestone in the development of Dubai’s real-world asset economy. Eligible investors are now able to […]

Mirae Asset Financial Group, one of Asia’s leading independent financial services organizations with more than USD 800 billion in assets under management globally, continues to strengthen its global footprint. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in South Korea, the Group has grown into a diversified global financial institution with operations spanning asset management, wealth management, securities, […]

The Baby & Kids Expo Dubai returns from 22-24 October 2026 at Dubai Exhibition Centre for its biggest and most ambitious edition yet. Featuring more than 450 baby, child and toy brands, thousands of families, and a growing community of retailers, educators, healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, the event promises an expanded three-day programme […]

Salik Company PJSC, the exclusive operator of Dubai’s road toll gates, announced the renewal of its five-year contract with TransCore, a leading US-based tolling company, strengthening the continued strategic partnership between the two parties and supporting the ongoing efficiency and technological development of Dubai’s tolling system. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board of Directors […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched his new book, “The Letters”, the second part of the “Lessons from Life”. The book opens with a letter addressed to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the first of twenty-six letters that make up […]

On Monday, 31st August 2026, the UAE Embassy in Helsinki, in cooperation with Emirates, organised a promotional event titled “Bridging Dubai and Helsinki with Emirates” at Solo Sokos Hotel Pier 4 in Helsinki, to celebrate the upcoming launch of Emirates’ new Dubai-Helsinki route. The Emirates’ new route service introduces the only year-round, non-stop, direct link […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) continues to strengthen accessibility and inclusivity across its cultural and heritage assets with the introduction of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme at Al Shindagha Museum, the UAE’s largest heritage museum, and Etihad Museum. By adopting the programme, Dubai Culture has become the first cultural institution in the emirate […]

DIFC Innovation Hub has partnered with The Foundation Hub in Slemani to strengthen links between Dubai and Kurdistan’s emerging start-up ecosystem. The partnership creates a pathway for founders in Kurdistan to access mentorship, capital and international market opportunities through DIFC Innovation Hub, while supporting longer-term access for UAE and DIFC ecosystem participants to opportunities in […]

Dubai Airports continued its month-long Emirati Women’s Day programme with a special edition of the Dubai Mallathon at Dubai International (DXB), bringing Emirati women, colleagues, families and members of the public together for a celebratory walk through Terminal 3. The event brought members of the Dubai Airports Women’s Network (DAWN) and other participants together to […]

Emirates is elevating the award-winning Premium Economy experience even further with the launch of the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, featuring a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat. Debuting on newly received Airbus A350 aircraft, the new seat combines industry-leading innovation with elevated comfort, giving customers greater control over their personal space. Installed in the Emirates A350 Premium […]

Vega and Kuda, two specialist conservation dogs, transported by Emirates SkyCargo from London to Harare via Dubai in partnership with UK charity Dogs 4 Wildlife, have arrived safely and acclimatised to their new operational environment at Matusadona National Park, Zimbabwe. The two Belgian Malinois dogs are now undergoing advanced integration training alongside park rangers. Since […]

Emirates has hosted Travel Rehearsal events across Australia, including a session in Perth, delivering immersive airport and onboard simulations designed to support neurodiverse passengers and their families to fly with confidence. The initiative marks a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to making travel more inclusive and less overwhelming. The Perth session follows Travel Rehearsal […]

The UAE and Sri Lanka met to explore deeper investment ties, smooth travel flows, and share best practices in hospitality and hotel management. The discussions took place at the ministry’s Dubai offices between Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri and Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) initiated a series of traffic improvements at Al Qiyadah Intersection to improve movement towards Abu Hail and Salah Al Din Streets. The works included adding a new lane from Al Ittihad Road for traffic heading from Dubai towards Abu Hail and Salah Al Din Streets, alongside upgrades to the […]

Grovy Developers, an award-winning real estate developer in Dubai, has broken ground on Ramada Residences by Wyndham at Dubai Islands, marking the start of main construction on the boutique branded residences. The project is developed in partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts and USquare Luxe Properties, the landowner and development partner. The groundbreaking follows the […]

In celebration of Emirati Women’s Day, Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, Türkiye and South Asia (MENATSA) region, has launched a campaign under the unifying theme, ‘Banat Zayed’ (Daughters of Zayed), honouring the contributions of Emirati women within the bank and, more broadly, across all spheres of society. Inspired […]

Emirates is introducing a new collection of exceptional Champagnes and fine wines across its global network over the coming months, offering customers in every cabin a taste of one of the world’s most extensive airline wine cellars. From Dom Pérignon Vintage 2017 and Château Mouton Rothschild 2003 in First Class, to Emirates’ first English sparkling wine, Wiston Estate Brut NV, […]

Launched under Emirates Literature Foundation, The Dubai International Writers’ Centre (DIWC) continues its year-round programme supporting writers, readers, and the wider creative community with a full slate of events taking place this September. From hands-on writing workshops to free poetry nights, spanning English, Arabic, in-person and virtual formats, there really is something for everyone: The Sunday […]

Keeta Drone is resuming its drone delivery operations in Dubai, with regulatory approvals from the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) and continued support from relevant authorities across Dubai. The resumption marks an important milestone in Keeta Drone’s expansion in Dubai and its broader vision of making everyday delivery faster, smarter and more convenient. The service […]

Nasdaq Dubai welcomed the listing of USD 713 million in dual-currency green bonds by Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited (ICBC). Issued under ICBC’s USD 20 billion Global Medium Term Note Programme via its ICBC Dubai (DIFC) Branch, the dual-tranche issuance carries the theme “China-Arab States Renewable Energy Cooperation”. The listings include: USD 300 […]

With the strategic partnership of the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the 22nd edition of IPS 2026 – the Middle East’s premier property investment platform – will convene global institutional investors, capital allocators, and policymakers from 07 to 09 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre for direct engagement with the sector’s most significant development […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has developed a standardised and digitally optimised design for 132kV substations as part of its efforts to enhance the efficiency and resilience of Dubai’s electricity infrastructure and keep pace with the rapid growth in energy demand while maintaining the highest standards of availability and reliability. This innovation accelerates the […]

DIB, the world’s leading Islamic financial group and the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, has successfully closed its debut USD 750 million three-year Senior Unsecured Commodity Murabaha Term Facility, marking an important milestone in the Bank’s funding strategy and further diversifying its sources of institutional funding. The facility represents DIB’s first-ever syndicated Islamic financing […]

On the occasion of Emirati Women’s Day, marked each year on 28 August, Emirates Gold paid tribute to the central and growing role of women in the UAE’s gold and precious metals story. What had long been part of Emirati culture and family life increasingly became a considered financial choice, as more women across the […]

Flow today announced its expansion into the United Arab Emirates following the issuance of a Commercial License by the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), marking the next phase of the company’s regional growth. Headquartered in the United States, Flow was established in 2021 with a $350 million investment from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), the largest individual […]

The DXB Theatre Awards is expanding across all seven emirates under a new name, the UAE Theatre Awards, with nominations now open for its 2026 edition. The community-led initiative will recognise theatre talent and productions nationwide, building on its inaugural Dubai edition in 2025. Last year’s public call attracted more than 1,500 nominations from over […]

Ducab is a leading UAE-based energy solutions provider and advanced power cable supplier, participating in Middle East Energy (MEE) 2026. The company is showcasing its latest innovative offerings at Booth E10 in Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 at Dubai World Trade Centre from 1 to 3 September. The Middle East is rapidly emerging as a global hub […]

Dubai Chambers today launched specialised training tracks aimed at equipping more than 14,000 member companies of the Business Groups and Business Councils operating under Dubai Chamber of Commerce with the skills to adopt Agentic AI across their operations. The initiative forms part of the programme to transition Dubai’s private sector towards Agentic AI, launched under […]

Careem is launching 20% cashback on food orders in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, with a twist. From 1 to 7 September, the offer covers orders placed on any delivery aggregator app, including Careem’s competitors. Simply DM a screenshot of your order to @careemuae on Instagram and up to AED 30 cashback lands in your […]

OpenAI rolled out several updates a few days back that shift ChatGPT Ads from a pure awareness play to a full-funnel advertising channel. Advertising in ChatGPT represents a significant evolution in digital marketing. According to Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear, “As people increasingly use AI assistants to discover products, compare services, research businesses, and […]