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.
My personal take on success in Dubai is that you must build a foundation of persistence, perseverance, and adaptability.
The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) has signed an agreement with the UAE Ministry of Economy (MOEC) to promote the country’s circular economy – a more sustainable system of production and consumption.
UAE-based Flow48 has successfully closed a $69m Series A funding round. This is a key step in the fintech’s mission to redefine access to capital for underserved SMEs across the MENA region.
MVPs have been getting bad press lately. Not so long ago, launching an MVP was the gold standard; many of the world’s most successful tech giants – Facebook, Airbnb, and Dropbox – owe their success to this approach
The first 100 days has always been something of a benchmark for any new president. After all, it’s a quick way of assessing just how much impact the new leader has had in a short period, and which campaign promises are being delivered on first.
SMEs in the UAE are entering 2025 with strong confidence, driven by a thriving digital economy, strong government support and improved financial access, according to the latest Mastercard SME Confidence Index.
The UAE has secured 10th place in the Global Soft Power Index 2025, marking a significant milestone in its global influence. The annual index, published by Brand Finance, evaluates 193 countries based on insights from 173,000 business leaders and policymakers.
Global investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals and financiers can take advantage of the ‘business opportunities visa’ to explore UAE-based opportunities. The invitation to apply was extended by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP), and is expected to attract entrepreneurs from around the world.
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has achieved its strongest financial performance to date, posting total revenue of $484m in 2024, the largest annual increase since its establishment and a 37% increase from 2023. Operating profit reached $363m, a 55% increase from the previous year.
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