Dubai’s real estate market experienced significant growth in 2024, as residential property prices surged by 19.1% year-over-year, reaching $459 per square foot, marking a 13.3% increase over the market’s previous peak in 2014.
The Ministry of Economy has hosted a ‘Future of Jobs’ workshop, bringing together representatives from 14 major economic players and organisations across the UAE to work on topics around empowering, attracting and retaining talented individuals.
Dubai Municipality has introduced the region’s first ‘Drive-Thru’ laboratory service at the Dubai Central Laboratory Department.
A two-day hackathon hosted by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) showcased a variety of projects using AI, big data and cloud computing to improve the UAE’s tax services.
The Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 is set to take place from May 12-13 at Madinat Jumeirah and will reinforce Dubai’s goal to become one of the world’s top four financial hubs by 2033.
How can a business grow without compromising on the quality that’s got it this far? This is one of the biggest conundrums facing founders and CEOs, and one that demands careful thought and a strategic approach.
Having started Royal CFO and spent years directing financial strategies for many firms, I’ve discovered that success in Dubai requires more than just a strong idea or access to finance. It necessitates a clear strategy, flawless execution, and a firm belief in success.
The UAE has spent the last decade turning itself into a major hub for startups and investors. It’s always been known for its business-friendly policies but now it’s attracting record funding, drawing entrepreneurs from around the world, and competing with established startup hotspots.
Whether the subject is tourism, aviation, technology, AI or entrepreneurship, barely a month goes by without news of ever closer collaboration between the UAE and the People’s Republic of China.
My personal take on success in Dubai is that you must build a foundation of persistence, perseverance, and adaptability.
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