GCC economies expect strong growth through 2027
The GCC economies are expected to post stronger growth over the next two years, supported by higher oil output and resilient non-oil activity.
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UAE Central Bank lifts growth outlook for 2025–26
The UAE economy is set to grow faster than previously forecast, according to the Central Bank’s latest quarterly outlook. The regulator now expects
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AI and open finance to drive banking future
The 16th Annual Middle East Banking Innovation Summit (MEBIS 2025) has set a clear agenda for the future of financial services.
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AmiViz signs distribution agreement with Securonix
Dubai-based cybersecurity firm AmiViz has signed a strategic distribution agreement with Securonix, a global provider of security information and event management solutions.
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Arada awards $500m contract for Sharjah’s Madar Mall
Arada has awarded over $500m construction contract to Dubai-based United Engineering Construction Company (UNEC) for Madar Mall, the flagship retail and entertainment hub
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Abu Dhabi sees record surge in youth-led enterprises
The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed youth-led businesses registered with the chamber almost doubled between 2023 and 2024.
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UAE Cabinet approves economic clusters policy to boost GDP
The UAE Cabinet has adopted the National Policy for Economic Clusters, a strategy designed to generate more than $8.17bn annually for the national
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New initiative to support Emirati student entrepreneurs
The Dubai SME-certified incubator Trusity has partnered with Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) to empower Emirati students with the skills and mentorship needed
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Inception launches AI products on Azure Marketplace
Inception, part of the UAE-based G42 group, has made seven of its products available on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace. The development expands access
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Sharjah FDI triples in H1 2025
Sharjah recorded a strong rise in foreign direct investment in the first half of 2025, with inflows reaching $1.5bn, more than triple the