Emirates will deploy its latest-generation Airbus A350 to Mauritius from 1 November 2026, replacing the Boeing 777 currently operating the airline’s daily EK709/710 service between Dubai and Mauritius. The Emirates A350 will operate daily to and from Mauritius on 709 and EK710 with the following schedule (all times are local): · EK709: The flight departs […]

LMD, the global real estate developer behind a portfolio of successful destinations across Europe, Egypt and the UAE, announces the launch of Christian A. Rockefeller Business Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road. A flagship addition to LMD’s Dubai portfolio, the branded Grade-A commercial development will become the city’s tallest commercial tower on completion. Drawing on the […]

Robinhood has received authorization from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to introduce its retail investing platform in the Middle East from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), marking a key milestone in its international expansion. “The DIFC is one of the world’s most important financial hubs, and our expansion there brings us closer to […]

Prague-founded 360 agency MMCC Digital joins forces with Cyber Gear, which has worked in the UAE digital market since 1996 MMCC Digital, a 360 digital marketing agency with offices in Prague and Dubai, has formed a partnership with Cyber Gear, the Dubai digital agency founded by Sharad Agarwal. Together the two companies will offer UAE […]

Emirates Skywards, the award-winning loyalty programme of Emirates and flydubai, is bringing back its popular ‘Mile-A-Minute’ offer, rewarding members with one Skywards Mile for every minute spent in Dubai, up to 7,200 bonus Miles. As Dubai welcomes its winter season of festivals, events and outdoor experiences, the limited-time offer adds an extra reward for international visitors enjoying […]

Keolis is opening Regional Headquarters in Dubai as they strengthen their presence in the Middle East. This new office will serve as a hub for the Group’s operations in the region and help develop new transport projects across the Middle East. The move reflects Keolis’ commitment to becoming the leading transport operator in the region. […]

The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Consort World, a Dubai-based assistive technology specialist serving people of determination across the Middle East and North Africa. The MoU was signed on 20 October at AccessAbilities Expo 2026, Dubai World Trade Centre, by Dr. Craig R. Cook, Chief […]

Emirates is commemorating 35 years of serving Hong Kong, building on a remarkable journey that took flight in July 1991. What began with Emirates’ first landing in Hong Kong has evolved into a longstanding relationship with the city, connecting generations of travellers with Dubai and destinations around the world, with its Fly Better promise at […]

Takasago International Corporation, one of the world’s leading fragrance and flavour companies, has opened its new Creative Centre in Dubai, marking a major milestone in the Group’s expansion in the region. Designed as an integrated hub for fragrance creation, the facility incorporates advanced laboratories – including a Fragrance Application Lab, a Fragrance Compounding Lab, and […]

Emirates is adding 14 flights between Dubai and Durban across December 2026 and January 2027, giving customers more opportunities to travel during the busy festive season. Whether heading home to celebrate with family and friends, escaping the Northern Hemisphere’s winter for South Africa’s balmy summer, or making the most of the year-end break to explore […]

Rory McIlroy will return to Emirates Golf Club in January in search of a record-extending fifth Dallah Trophy, after confirming his place at the 2027 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, which takes place from 21–24 January. The World Number Two and career Grand Slam winner is now a six-time Major champion, having successfully defended his Masters […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will offer 60 distinctive 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-digit vehicle plate numbers at its 121st Open Auction, to be held on 24 October 2026 at the Dubai Hilton Al Habtoor City Hotel. The auction is expected to attract a large turnout of collectors, investors and enthusiasts seeking distinctive plates […]

Majid Al Futtaim today announced a strategic partnership with Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), one of the world’s leading lifestyle hospitality companies, to operate Maravelle, a flagship wellness and lifestyle destination at Ghaf Woods, Dubai’s first forest-living community. The collaboration brings together Majid Al Futtaim’s expertise in developing distinctive destinations with Sunset Hospitality Group’s specialist expertise […]

The Emirates Official Store has unveiled its latest EK FIT and EK TRAVEL lifestyle collections, just in time for the 10th Dubai Fitness Challenge, and the winter getaway season. Created for people on the move, the collection is designed around a rich palette of autumnal tones consisting of navy, burgundy and olive, with comfort and style […]

Islamic finance consultancy firm Masryef Advisory today announced the opening of a new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, under Masryef Advisors, LLC (“Masryef”), establishing the UAE as the firm’s international hub and reinforcing its commitment to building the ecosystem for modern Islamic finance across borders. A Track Record Behind the Expansion Masryef’s move into […]

Wio Bank PJSC, the UAE’s leading digital bank, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), to support entrepreneurs and SMEs through SME in a Box. Under the MoU, Wio Bank becomes […]

Two ultra-luxury waterfront mansions to be built on the Palm Jebel Ali will each be offered for sale at AED250 million only on completion, as more wealthy Dubai property buyers insist on seeing the finished home first. The mansions will be delivered by Nordic by fäm, the ultra-prime development arm of fäm Properties, in a […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) hosted a high-level business roundtable in Shenzhen as part of the Dubai Business Forum – China, organised by Dubai Chambers. The session brought together 30 senior Emirati and Chinese businesswomen to strengthen bilateral cooperation, exchange expertise and explore new opportunities for trade, investment and strategic partnerships. Chaired by Dr. […]

The ‘Dubai Content Creators Programme’, organised by the Dubai Press Club (DPC) in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), concluded the first week of its tourism and economy phase with a series of specialised sessions and workshops aimed at developing participants’ skills in producing tourism and economic content and telling Dubai’s […]

Cyber Gear and ScaleupAlly have launched ConvoSync – an AI Agent that helps corporations manage WhatsApp communication. This can help an organisation: To run tailor made marketing campaigns for their customers based on their conversations with the sales team, to upsell the right deals. To help new salespersons understand the whole context and take over […]

Al Sharqi Shipping, a leading UAE-based logistics service provider, has inaugurated its new integrated logistics and distribution hub at Dubai Industrial City, part of TECOM Group PJSC. The newly launched facility represents an investment of AED 70 million and will serve customers across food and beverage, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), retail, hotels, restaurants, and cafés […]

Network International (Network), the leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), and Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) have expanded their merchant lending referral partnership beyond point-of-sale (POS) loans. This will provide eligible UAE-based SMEs and merchants a broader range of financing options for both long-term investment and day-to-day cash flow. Eligible businesses can now […]

Gargash Prime and JINGDONG Property, the infrastructure investment and asset management arm of JD.com, Inc., announced the signing of an MoU on the sidelines of the Dubai Business Forum – China, organised recently by Dubai Chambers in Shenzhen. Under the MoU, the parties will invest in a joint venture to collaborate on the development of a […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced the fourth edition of the Al Quoz Creative Entrepreneurship Forum, in strategic partnership with Al Khayat Avenue, taking place on 30 and 31 October 2026 at Area 57, Al Khayat Avenue, in Al Quoz Creative Zone. Held under the theme ‘Creative Frontiers – Expanding What’s Possible’, […]

Global Village welcomed guests yesterday for the much-anticipated opening of Season 31, bringing back the excitement, familiar favourites and little traditions that make every visit special. Some headed straight for their go-to dining spots, eager to catch this season’s viral food trend; others wandered the pavilions in search of unique finds they look forward to […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) participated as a strategic government partner in the RISE 2026 summit, held today at Dubai World Trade Centre under the official slogan ‘Recharging Momentum in Global Economies.’ The summit brought together more than 300 international institutional investors, representatives of sovereign wealth funds, government leaders, developers and decision-makers, with His Excellency Omar […]

Emirates today officially inaugurated its dedicated Travel Store in Otemachi, Tokyo, welcoming the airline’s senior executives, distinguished guests and members of the media to a ribbon cutting ceremony. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Shihab Ahmed Al Faheem, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Japan; Orhan Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice […]

The survey indicates that SMEs surveyed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are using digital payments, while a potential gap remains in connecting those payments with day-to-day business management. According to Visa’s new Pay and Get Paid 2026  report, 96% of surveyed SMEs in the UAE reported actively accepting and making digital payments, indicating that digital payments […]

Standard Chartered (“the Bank”) today announced the launch of a new, first-of-its-kind cryptocurrency trading solution, enabling affluent clients to access digital assets securely through the Bank’s platform, marking a step forward in how clients engage with this evolving asset class. The launch marks a global first for Standard Chartered and the first offering of its […]

Bybit Co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou has outlined the latest stage of the company’s expansion from a crypto exchange into The New Financial Platform, highlighting new products and collaborations across traditional and digital markets. The updates were presented during Bybit’s latest biannual “Keynote with Ben” session titled “Make Your Move”, where Ben discussed the convergence […]

EFG Hermes UAE LLC (EFG Hermes UAE), a regulated financial entity by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) in the United Arab Emirates, a unit of EFG Hermes, the leading investment bank in the Middle East and North Africa, announced today that it has launched Market Making and Liquidity Provision services on the Dubai Financial Market […]

U by Emaar, the lifestyle loyalty programme of Emaar and Visa announced an exclusive 10-year co-branded partnership to deliver a new premium lifestyle rewards proposition across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. The collaboration will combine Visa’s payments technology, global network and analytics capabilities with U by Emaar’s lifestyle ecosystem to create a differentiated rewards […]

Mawarid Finance is set to host the 4th Edition of the Mawarid FinTech & Innovation Summit 2026 on Tuesday, 20 October 2026, at Meydan Grandstand, Meydan Gallery, Dubai. The summit will bring together leading voices from the financial and technology sectors to examine the forces reshaping the future of finance. Held under the theme “The […]

Dubai’s residential property market is entering a period of stabilisation, with transaction volumes, pricing and new project launches moderating as the market moves towards a more sustainable balance, according to Savills Middle East’s latest Dubai Residential Market in Minutes Q3 2026 report. The report recorded approximately 34,500 residential transactions during the third quarter, down 4% […]

WHOOP, the human performance brand, today announced its launch in Arabic led by a fully redesigned Arabic-language app experience, supported by an out-of-home and digital campaign across the GCC. For the first time, Arabic-speaking members can access insights into sleep, recovery, strain, and health in Arabic, creating a more accessible experience while marking an important […]

Botim, the UAE’s leading fintech platform, announced the expansion of its Botim Business ecosystem with the launch of SME Lending, alongside a partnership with Geidea, a leading fintech and payment solutions provider. The digital financing solution is designed to make working capital more accessible to micro and small businesses across the UAE, with the Geidea […]

The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the Federal General Budget Plan for 2027–2029, with a total outlay of AED292.5 billion. The Cabinet also approved the Federal General Budget Plan for fiscal year 2027, totalling AED90.1 billion, as part […]

Kasumigaseki Properties Development, the real estate development arm of Kasumigaseki Capital Co., Ltd., introduced its approach to the Emirati market, built around quality, peace of mind and purposeful innovation. The announcement marks a new chapter for the group in the United Arab Emirates, building on its established presence as a real estate investor. Through Kasumigaseki […]

Huru, the Emirati-owned financial app licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE, has signed two strategic partnerships with Paymentology and Bitpanda Enterprise as it accelerates the expansion of its financial ecosystem across payments and digital assets. The agreements come as Huru enters its next phase of growth, with AED 3 billion in annualised salaries […]

Dubai’s property market is not losing its story in 2026; it is changing chapters. After years of exceptional gains, prices and transaction volumes are normalising, giving serious investors something a runaway market rarely offers: room to negotiate, compare and select. This moderation should therefore be read less as a retreat than as a healthy reset—one […]

Al Fardan Exchange has opened 15 branches across Dubai Metro’s Red and Green Line stations, taking its UAE network to 100 branches. Further Metro openings are planned, bringing money transfer, currency exchange and payment services onto the routes that many of its customers travel every day. The Metro rollout reflects how Al Fardan Exchange is […]

The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced the doubling of the venture capital fund managed by its investment arm, Oraseya Capital, from AED500 million to AED1 billion. The expansion aims to strengthen Oraseya Capital’s capacity to support companies with global growth potential, while reinforcing its role in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, and […]

Leaders and representatives of Business Groups and Business Councils operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce have highlighted the importance of the initiative launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive […]

Dubai Finance announced that the Dubai Cashless Strategy, launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, in October 2024, has successfully exceeded its key targets ahead of its scheduled two-year […]

Emirates SkyCargo has strengthened its commitment to South America. Since March 2026, the carrier has introduced seven additional weekly freighter flights to the region including three freighter flights to Buenos Aires, one flight to Bogota, two additional flights to Sao Paulo and one additional flight to Quito.  The additional flights have facilitated a significant increase in […]

Stonegate Capital has announced the launch of a family office in Dubai, created exclusively to coordinate and advance the substantial global financial, investment and strategic interests of an established UK-based family with business and investment interests spanning multiple sectors and jurisdictions, with artificial intelligence embedded across its operating infrastructure and investment processes. Stonegate Capital combines experienced investment judgement, […]

Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded Mar Marine & Building Contracting L.L.C. a contract for marine and beach works on Island B at Dubai Islands. Scheduled for completion by Q4 2027, the works will add 320 metres of beach frontage near Bay Villas and upgrade approximately 3km of the island’s western […]

Dubai CommerCity, the first and leading free zone dedicated to digital commerce in the MENA region, and part of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Global Commerce Foundation, an independent international organisation dedicated to advancing global digital commerce by strengthening cooperation between […]

Approximately half of Dubai’s luxury villa buyers are purchasing properties with renovation already planned, according to multidisciplinary design consultancy Imperium Group, as securing the right address increasingly takes priority over finding a finished home that meets every requirement. For these buyers, the property purchase is often the starting point for a wider transformation. Drawing on […]

Dubai Chambers held an event to introduce freezone companies to its key business support services and highlight opportunities across diverse sectors, as well as prospects for local and international expansion. The event was attended by 120 companies operating in Dubai’s freezones. The event was organised in collaboration with Dubai Airport Free Zone (DAFZ), Dubai Silicon […]

Driven | Forbes Global Properties and their investment partners have completed the AED 725 million (US $197M) sale of Emaar Square Building 3, marking approximately 44% gross, asset-level capital uplift and more than 60% IRR on an equity basis over their 21-month hold of the property. The sale follows the partners’ AED 505 million (US $137M) acquisition of the […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (Deyaar), a DFM-listed integrated real estate company and one of Dubai’s leading developers, has announced the handover of Tria, a landmark residential development that brings a new scale of elevated living to Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO). Rising prominently above its surroundings, the development comprises 711 residences and six retail units, distinguished by […]

Majid Al Suwaidi, Senior Vice President of TECOM Group – Dubai Media City, Dubai Production City and Dubai Studio City – said that the group’s media clusters are home to around 40,000 media professionals and content creators. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency (WAM) on the sidelines of CABSAT 2026, held at the Dubai Exhibition […]

Maya Touati has launched Maya Touati Advisory, a global private office and strategic advisory working with business owners, family offices, institutions, organisations, partnerships and long-term initiatives across markets. Operating at the intersection of strategy, culture, institutions and influence, Maya Touati Advisory has been established to support projects that require more than a conventional advisory approach. The […]

Future Food Forum 2026, highlighting the growing role of franchising in supporting the UAE’s ambitions to build globally competitive food and beverage brands and strengthen the sector’s long-term growth. The discussions come as the UAE’s food and beverage sector continues its upward trajectory. Industry estimates project the market will reach approximately US$44 billion by 2029, […]

Dubai CommerCity (DCC), the region’s first free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce and a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Group, continues to strengthen its position as an integrated platform supporting the growth of the digital economy and future commerce. This comes as the free zone prepares to […]

Marking Cyber Security month, Microsoft released its 2026 Digital Defense Report, highlighting how artificial intelligence, identity-based attacks and increasingly interconnected digital ecosystems are reshaping the global cybersecurity landscape. Drawing on Microsoft’s visibility across the global digital ecosystem and more than 165 trillion security signals each day, the report identifies three shifts defining cybersecurity in 2026: AI […]

CABSAT 2026 and SATExpo 2026 will kick off on Monday October 5, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, bringing together global industry leaders across media, broadcast, content, Pro AV, satellite and space technology for three days of business, innovation and industry engagement. Running until October 7, the 33rd edition of CABSAT will spotlight […]

Emirates SkyCargo is marking several major milestones in the transportation of time and temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals through Dubai. The air cargo carrier is celebrating a decade of investment in world-class pharma logistics since September 2016 when it launched its specialised product for transportation of pharmaceuticals and unveiled its GDP (Good Distribution Practice) certified dedicated pharma handling hub […]

Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) today announced that it has joined the Commercial Bank Money Token (CBMT) initiative, the first bank from outside Europe to join the CBMT network. With more than five decades of corporate and trade finance experience in the UAE, long-standing ties to European banking, and a deep network of regional corporate […]

The Ministry of Finance on Friday announced the official listing and commencement of secondary-market trading for its second five-year Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai, following the successful completion of subscription, allocation, and settlement. Building on the success of the inaugural tranche, this offering marks another important step in the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to broaden […]

Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Assolombarda, Italy’s largest regional business association, which represents the interests of around 7,000 companies across Milan, Lodi, Monza and Brianza, and Pavia. The agreement aims to advance bilateral trade and investment relations, strengthen engagement between the business communities in Dubai and Italy, and open new […]

Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY), the enterprise AI platform for HR, finance, and IT, announced the launch of its operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). To mark the launch, Workday released new findings from its report “Beyond Productivity: Measuring the Real Value of AI in the UAE,” which explores how organisations are measuring AI’s impact not just […]

The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) has launched “Don’t Get Played”, a cybersecurity awareness campaign running throughout October as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The campaign aims to help members of the community recognise common scam tactics and warning signs, while encouraging one simple and effective habit before responding to anything suspicious: Pause. Verify. Don’t […]

The Dubai Gold Designers Business Group, operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chamber of Commerce, has unveiled its strategic direction for the next phase of its development, with a focus on expanding international market access, strengthening professional capabilities and enhancing the global visibility of Dubai-based jewellery designers and entrepreneurs. Representing 50 members across jewellery design, entrepreneurship and […]

Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), a community by DMCC, brings its annual programme of events and experiences together under a new platform for the first time, with the launch of JLT Calendar. The new calendar will provide a central hub to discover happenings across the district, with a diverse line-up designed to bring people together throughout […]

Emirates has departed Dubai for Helsinki, Finland, for the very first time. Emirates flight EK167 departed at 07.30hrs today with a near-full passenger and cargo load, including a VIP delegation and media onboard. With the new route, Emirates introduces the only year-round direct link between the UAE and Finland, unlocking enhanced opportunities for travellers. The new […]