Dubai’s commercial property market reaches $8.27bn
Dubai’s commercial property sector continued its strong growth in Q3 2025, with total sales reaching $8.27bn, a 31% increase compared to the same period last year.
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How the Gulf’s AI ambition shapes a new business environment
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman concluded another visit to the UAE last month, highlighting the country’s deepening ties with the technology giant. Altman met with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi to discuss increasing collaboration in AI research and its practical applications.
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UAE tops best countries for crypto startups
As global regulation tightens, location has become ever-more crucial for crypto entrepreneurs. Favourable tax structures, regulatory clarity and infrastructure continue to define the best jurisdictions for blockchain ventures.
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UAE and African nations strengthen partnerships
The UAE hosted a high-level ministerial roundtable in Dubai with more than 20 African nations, resulting in a joint statement outlining a new investment mapping to strengthen partnerships. Sectors of focus include tourism, aviation, logistics, infrastructure and digital transformation.
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UAE Ministry of Finance launches Retail Sukuk initiative
The UAE Ministry of Finance has launched the Retail Sukuk Initiative, allowing citizens and residents to invest directly in government-backed Treasury Sukuk.
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Dubai Chamber strengthens ties with Georgia and Armenia
Dubai Chamber of Commerce has concluded a successful trade mission to Georgia and Armenia, strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations under its ‘New Horizons’ initiative.
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Zoho and UAE Food Cluster to help digitise SMEs
Zoho and the UAE Food Cluster have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the digital transformation of SMEs in the country’s food manufacturing and trading sector.
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Sharjah attracts $1.5bn in H1 2025 investments
Sharjah secured $1.5bn in investments during the first half of 2025, representing a 361% increase compared to the same period last year.
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Marjan and RAK Hospitality drive RAK growth
Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding have announced a landmark merger to create a unified entity under the Marjan brand, combining hospitality expertise with large-scale real estate and land development capabilities.
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Dubai to host global innovation showcase
Dubai will host the 2025 edition of Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity from 17 to 20 November. The programme connects university innovators with investors, government entities, and industry leaders and will feature 100 shortlisted projects selected from over 3,000 submissions, representing 1,200 universities across 120 countries.