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.
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Saudi MCIT launches program to support startups
The Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) has launched the seventh cohort of the Tech Founders program, including 20 digital startup founders.
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Lean completes UAE Central Bank Programme
Lean Technologies has graduated from the Central Bank of the UAE’s Open Finance live-proving programme, becoming one of the first third-party providers to reach this stage.
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Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival to attract thousands
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 has announced the introduction of a new series of masterclasses aimed at strengthening support for founders, creators and early-stage startups.
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Dubai Customs platform earns global recognition
Dubai Customs’ Cross-Border E-Commerce Platform has received international recognition from the World Customs Organisation.
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ADSW Summit 2026 programme unveiled
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week has announced the programme for the ADSW Summit 2026, positioning the event as a key platform for accelerating global systems transformation.
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Dubai real estate turns logic-led in 2026
Dubai’s real estate market is expected to enter a more disciplined phase in 2026, with buyer behaviour shifting from momentum-driven decisions to logic-based purchasing, following another record-breaking year for the sector.
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UAE hiring outlook strong for 2026
The UAE’s long-term focus on economic diversification and sustainable growth is expected to drive significant job creation in the year ahead.
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Dubai launches region’s first integrated RV route
Dubai Municipality has announced the launch of the region’s first integrated recreational vehicle (RV) route, introducing a new model of nature-based tourism and expanding outdoor travel options across the emirate.