Sohar International to support Omani entrepreneurs
Sohar International has signed a series of MoUs to establish a unified national cooperation framework aimed at strengthening support for entrepreneurship in Oman.
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Indian tech targets SME automation in MidEast
Tally Solutions has launched TallyPrime 7.0, positioning the latest release as a significant upgrade for SMEs across the Middle East seeking to accelerate digital transformation.
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Did you hear that? Why sound is the most underrated brand signal
There’s a familiar moment that rarely attracts attention, yet plays out countless times each day. You tap a screen and hear a restrained click. A notification arrives with a soft tone rather than a sharp interruption.
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Sharjah boost for women entrepreneurs
The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) strengthened its role in 2025 as an integrated entrepreneurial ecosystem supporting women-led businesses at every stage of growth.
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UAE and Oman deepen bilateral cooperation
The UAE and Oman have held discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, with a focus on expanding cooperation across sectors and exploring ways to enhance collaboration in areas that support economic growth, regional stability, and long-term development.
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Six forces reshaping healthcare in the UAE and GCC
Healthcare in the UAE and wider GCC is growing up. And rather than just a growth spurt, this is an inevitable maturing.
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How global investors can tap into the UAE’s startup boom
The UAE has bold ambitions for its startup ecosystem. The government has stated its intent to make the country the ‘startup capital of the world’ and has worked steadily to establish the necessary infrastructure.
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Meraas unveils plan for Dubai Design District
Meraas has unveiled an expanded residential masterplan for Dubai Design District (d3), positioning the area as a creative-led waterfront neighbourhood that integrates living, working and cultural experiences. Located between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Creek, the masterplan covers 18 million sq. feet and blends residential, retail, hospitality and culture. The project is targeting LEED Silver community
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MidEast M&A deal values surge
Mergers and acquisitions activity in the Middle East recorded a sharp rise in 2025, with deal values increasing 260% year on year to reach $53bn in the first nine months of the year.
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UAE updates capital markets with two federal decree laws
The UAE has issued two federal decree laws to modernise capital markets and strengthen financial oversight. The legislation enhances the role of the Capital Market Authority, clarifying its responsibility to regulate licensed financial activities.