Digital Dubai has launched “DigiPro”, an initiative designed to develop the capabilities of specialists in information and communications technology (ICT) across Dubai Government and to strengthen their readiness to deal with fast-moving technological changes and risks. The initiative is part of Digital Dubai’s role in enabling government digital transformation and building an integrated ecosystem of […]

flydubai’s participation in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 drew strong engagement from the travel trade, with the airline hosting more than 850 travel agents and buyers from 50 markets across the carrier’s network throughout the Middle East and the GCC, Africa, Central Asia, Europe and Southeast Asia. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer of flydubai, […]

flydubai has announced new interline agreements with Air India and Uzbekistan Airways, expanding its global network across Asia, Australia and Europe. These partnerships provide flydubai passengers with seamless access to more than 80 additional destinations through its partners’ networks, while offering Air India and Uzbekistan Airways customers convenient connections to key destinations across the airline’s […]

Mastercard and Trip.com have joined forces to showcase AI powered booking experiences for the travel sector. Powered by Mastercard’s Agent Suite for Merchants and in partnership with Network International, the organizations are showcasing how consumers will be able to search, book, and complete purchases through Trip.com’s AI agent TripGenie. Consumers are increasingly relying on AI-powered […]

Emirates and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to partner on key initiatives advancing Dubai’s ambition to become a leading global destination for higher education, international students, and lifelong learning. The partnership supports the goals of Dubai’s Education 33 (E33) strategy by enhancing student accessibility, strengthening international […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, Türkiye and South Asia (MENATSA) region, has provided a strategic financing facility to Cars24 Arabia to support its ongoing expansion across the UAE. This landmark partnership establishes a collaborative framework between the two market-leading entities, designed to transform automotive financing for dealers and […]

Atlantis The Royal has been named No. 4 in the global ranking of The 50 Best Hotels 2026. Following a successful debut in 2023, the resort’s latest accolade was announced at the fourth edition of The 50 Best Hotels awards ceremony in Paris, alongside industry-defining hotels from across the globe. In addition, the resort was […]

Fasset, the global regulated stablecoin-powered broker-dealer platform, today announced it will become the first VARA-regulated entity to list DDSC stablecoin upon approval from VARA, the dirham-backed stablecoin issued through the collaboration between IHC, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Sirius International Holding, settled on ADI Chain. As one of the first central bank-approved stablecoins pegged to a non-dollar […]

Dubai has risen to become the world’s number one location for FinTech as ranked by industry professionals in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI). A testament to its resilience, the emirate retains its position as the only financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region within the global top ten. In […]

Standard Chartered today announced its appointment as LMAX Group’s digital asset custodian through its DFSA-regulated Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Branch and Standard Chartered Luxembourg S.A. LMAX Group is the first client to join Standard Chartered Luxembourg’s digital asset custody platform following the Bank’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) authorisation in June 20261. The appointment builds […]

Global Village, the region’s premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, has announced the launch of its exclusive Season 31 VIP Packs, giving loyal guests the opportunity to secure the destination’s most sought-after offering and premium benefits ahead of the new season. Showcasing a brand-new collectible design, with exclusive privileges and exceptional […]

The Middle East Coatings Show returns to Dubai from 28-30 September 2026, bringing together the MENA region’s paints manufacturing and coatings community at its new home in Dubai Exhibition Centre (North Halls), Expo City Dubai. Now in its 31st edition, the three-day event will bring together more than 5,000 manufacturers, raw material suppliers, distributors, buyers, […]

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, have announced a strategic partnership with Landmark Group, the leading omnichannel retail and hospitality business, enabling members of YES Rewards and Shukran, to exchange points between the two loyalty programmes in the UAE. Through this partnership, customers will be able to convert YES points into Shukran points […]

Dubai is getting another luxury beachfront escape. Address The Bay at Emaar Beachfront is set to open in 2027, bringing the signature Address experience to one of the city’s most sought-after waterfront addresses. The new hotel will be joined by Address Diriyah in Riyadh and Address Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, bringing the Address experience to three distinctive destinations, […]