The Emirates Library and Information Association (ELIA) is participating in the Warsaw International Book Fair, as part of the fair’s celebration of the Emirate of Sharjah as Guest of Honour. The Association’s rich cultural and educational programme highlights the role of libraries in promoting community awareness and supporting culture and knowledge, while also showcasing the […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) generated AED5.3 billion in revenue through digital channels in 2025, marking a 20.6 percent increase compared to 2024, reflecting growing adoption of digital services across its operations. Transactions completed through digital channels exceeded 628 million, a 13 percent rise. RTA offers customers 105 digital services through six channels. Digital […]

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA commissioned 1,994 new 11kV substations in 2025, compared to 1,530 in 2024, representing an increase of more than 30 percent. Al Tayer said DEWA continues to expand and develop its distribution network infrastructure in line with international standards […]

GDRFA Dubai welcomed returning pilgrims arriving home through Dubai Airports with a special passport stamp bearing the slogan “The UAE Welcomes the Return of Pilgrims”, in a humanitarian initiative that reflects the values of Emirati hospitality and Dubai’s commitment to enriching the travel experience from the very first moments of arrival. The pilgrims were also […]

Dubai Chambers has held a series of meetings with government entities, economic institutions, and investment organisations in Addis Ababa to explore ways of strengthening trade and investment between Dubai and Ethiopia. The meetings were attended by Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers. Dubai Chambers met with Ethiopia’s Ministry of Industry, represented […]

In collaboration with Dubai Sports Council, Ski Dubai announced the winners of the seventh edition of DXB Snow Run, which took place on Sunday, 17 May. The unique event saw 1,000 athletes aged 13-70 from 70 nationalities, including 327 Emiratis, running either 3km or 5km on the slopes of the World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort. […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and AC Milan have unveiled a collaborative artwork by Emirati artist Fatima Al Kaabi to celebrate Eid Al-Adha. The initiative supports Dubai Culture’s ‘Eid in Dubai’ campaign under the ‘Season of Wulfa’ which aims to strengthen social bonds, celebrate local heritage, and promote community values. The piece blends […]

Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is becoming the next major shift in digital marketing because the way people search for information is rapidly changing. According to Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear, “Instead of relying only on traditional search engines, users are increasingly turning to AI-powered assistants and generative platforms for direct answers, recommendations, and summaries. […]

Generative AI should be learned by everyone because it is transforming the way people work, communicate, create, and solve problems. From businesses and education to healthcare and marketing, AI tools are improving productivity and helping individuals complete tasks faster and more efficiently. Understanding Generative AI also helps people stay competitive in a rapidly changing job […]

As part of its ongoing efforts to reinforce the values of social cohesion and enhance quality of life for all community members, the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Dubai implemented a humanitarian initiative to distribute 250 fruit baskets on the occasion of Eid Al Adha. This was carried out in cooperation with the UAE Food […]

Dubai is preparing to welcome one of the city’s biggest seasonal shopping events with the launch of the ‘3 Day Super Sale’ from 27th to 31st May, coinciding with the Eid Al Adha holiday, offering discounts of up to 90 percent across more than 500 brands at thousands of stores and online platforms throughout the […]

Dream Dubai, in partnership with Global Village, has awarded its largest ever grand prize of AED10 million to Jamal Al Matrooshi, a 31-year-old UAE national and Civil Defense employee. Launched as part of Global Village’s 30th anniversary celebrations, the landmark campaign gave all Global Village visitors complimentary entries into the grand prize draw, culminating in one of […]

The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) said the measures and initiatives implemented by Dubai Customs as part of its comprehensive proactive strategy have strengthened the smooth flow of trade and reinforced supply chain resilience. The measures align with Dubai’s economic vision and its commitment to enhancing economic security and ensuring the readiness of […]

Beyond a door that should not exist beckons an infinite series of rooms and hallways, at once familiar and eerily foreboding. What will you find in the Backrooms – and what will find you? From the mind of visionary YouTube creator Kane Parsons, making his feature-filmmaking debut, comes a dread-inducing cinematic nightmare, poised to define […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully concluded the Ethiopia leg of its trade mission to Ghana and Ethiopia, organising 510 bilateral business meetings in Addis Ababa between companies from Dubai and their Ethiopian counterparts. The meetings created a platform to explore opportunities for […]

ENOC Group, a leading integrated global energy player, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Allied Biofuels Holding, based in Abu Dhabi, to explore the offtake and distribution of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Electro-synthetic Sustainable Aviation Fuel (e-SAF) across local, regional, and international markets.  The fuels will be sourced from […]

Dubai Chambers has held a series of meetings with key trade and economic entities in Accra to explore ways of strengthening trade and investment cooperation between Dubai and Ghana. The meetings were attended by Salem AlShamsi, Executive Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers. The chambers held a meeting with the Ghana National Chamber […]

At some point in the last two years, digital PR landed in every content strategy conversation I was part of. Suddenly it was everywhere – in blog posts, in SEO podcasts, in agency pitch decks. The pitch was always some version of the same thing: guest posting is slow and transactional; digital PR is modern, […]

As part of the efforts to integrate Dubai government services within the digital shared channels ecosystem, Digital Dubai organised an intensive specialised bootcamp in collaboration with government entities to accelerate the integration of individual services into the “DubaiNow” app. More than 180 new services are set to be added to the “DubaiNow” app by the […]

Dubai is set to come alive with an extraordinary line-up of events and family experiences as Eid in Dubai returns under the Season of Wulfa initiative, celebrating Eid Al Adha. From 22 May to 7 June, residents and visitors can look forward to a citywide calendar of concerts, theatre productions, esports tournaments, pop-culture events, and […]

Dubai Maritime City, one of DP World’s flagship developments, on Friday inaugurated its new Maritime Business Centre 2 (MBC-2), an AED160 million premium commercial tower that expands Grade A office capacity within Dubai’s maritime and trade ecosystem. Located in the Commercial District in Dubai Maritime City, the new tower was delivered in 20 months with […]

Novo Nordisk, the global pharmaceutical company and a leader in developing treatments for diabetes, obesity and rare diseases, has announced the establishment of a regional distribution centre in the UAE, further reinforcing the country’s position as a global hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing and advanced supply chains. The new facility will be one of three global […]

Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) has announced a commitment to Camber Creek, a specialist venture capital fund focused on PropTech with nearly $1 billion in assets under management. The investment reflects DFDF’s continued strategy of backing high-conviction, sector-specialist fund managers that consistently generate returns and deliver long-term value to their portfolio companies. “Camber Creek exemplifies […]

Salik Company PJSC (“Salik”), the exclusive toll gate operator in Dubai, clarified that, further to its previous disclosure on DFM dated 15 May 2026 regarding the Value Added Tax (“VAT”), and pursuant to the implementation of the provisions of Federal Law No. (8) of 2017 and its amendments, the Company will begin applying VAT at […]

Globalpharma, a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments and one of the UAE’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturers, has signed seven strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading partners to strengthen its capabilities across research and development, manufacturing optimisation, financing and sustainable operations. The collaborations are structured across three strategic clusters — innovation and product development, manufacturing, […]

As part of the efforts to implement the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of the Emirate of Dubai, to integrate Dubai government services within the digital shared channels ecosystem, Digital Dubai […]

Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official convention bureau and part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), led Dubai’s participation at IMEX Frankfurt, taking place from 19 to 21 May. The delegation included 20 co-exhibiting stakeholders and partners from across the city’s business events ecosystem, including destination management companies, hotels and venues, […]

Final call for Season 30! Global Village is now in its last days, so this is your sign to round up your friends and family and experience everything you’ve been meaning to do before Season 30 comes to an end on 31 May. Whether it’s the food, shopping, entertainment or attractions that keep you coming […]

CAB Sports and DXB LIVE, the developers behind Apex Games, have announced a new partnership with Technogym, which joins the event as the Official Technical and Performance Partner ahead of the inaugural edition set to take place on 6 June at Dubai World Trade Centre. As part of the partnership, Technogym will provide all competition […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has organised a webinar in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority to raise awareness among the private sector about the Parent-friendly Label programme. The virtual session attracted 121 representatives from 80companiesand highlighted the programme’s participation pathways and […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), an initiative launched by the UAE Ministry of Finance to support the innovation ecosystem in the UAE, has announced a credit guarantee of AED 1.5 million for 01Gov, an Emirati GovTech startup. The guarantee will accelerate the growth of 01Gov’s proprietary AI-powered platform, reinforcing the UAE’s agenda to […]

RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will now take place from 14–17 September 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders, reflecting ATM’s commitment to listening to the needs of the global tourism industry. Danielle Curtis, Regional Portfolio Director – UAE, RX Global, said: “We […]

A gamified system to correct posture, a sign-to-speech AI translation tool and a digital platform supporting Arab women through menopause are among the 10 purpose-driven solutions chosen for the second edition of Expo City Dubai Foundation’s Changemakers Academy – the city’s innovation programme for young entrepreneurs. The winning solutions represent a diverse array of community […]

Payward, a unified financial infrastructure platform and the parent company of Kraken, today announced its expansion into the United Arab Emirates after being granted preliminary approval for a broker-dealer, investment and management licence from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai, UAE. Kraken, one of the world’s longest-standing and most liquid cryptocurrency platforms, now […]

Why this matters in 2026 With AI-generated content flooding most niches, search engines and AI answer tools are doubling down on trust signals. A backlink from a publication with genuine editorial standards and a real readership carries far more weight than it did even two years ago. At the same time, link farms and so-called […]

Dubai Airports has prepared to welcome over 3,600 pilgrims during this year’s Hajj travel period, with nearly 59% of all UAE pilgrims passing through its terminals. Hajj departure flightswill operate until 23 May on services by Emirates, Saudia, flydubai and flynas. The Official Dubai Government Delegation departs today, 21 May. An operational readiness plan, developed […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, and CPI Property Group (“CPIPG”), a leading European real estate company, have successfully executed an AED 367.3 million (approximately EUR 86 million) loan facility secured against a portfolio of ultra-luxury residential units in Dubai. CPIPG owns 19 luxury residences […]

TMF Group, a global leading provider of administrative asset servicing, corporate and compliance services, today announced it has received regulatory approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to operate as a Fund Administrator within Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). In addition, TMF Group will also be licensed to act as a Corporate Service Provider. This […]

The Dubai Films and Games Commission (DFGC) announced a strategic headline partnership with the Good Game Club podcast at the GamesBeat Summit 2026 in Los Angeles, reinforcing its efforts to build a gaming industry defined by positive impact. The partnership aims to advance global dialogue on the positive economic, social and creative impact of video […]

The Dubai Press Club (DPC) hosted a discussion examining the growing role of content creators in shaping digital narratives, promoting authentic storytelling, and fostering informed online conversations during periods of rapid information flow and misinformation. The session brought together entrepreneurs and content creators Matteo Pittaluga and Antonio Lekic, in a discussion moderated by Erika Welch, […]

His Excellency Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Chairman of the Agentic AI Project Executive Committee, delivered the opening address at the Agentic AI Retreat held at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, with the participation of more than 400 senior government officials. His Excellency presented the comprehensive strategic framework of […]

This summer, football fever takes over Dubai as The Coterie Ibn Battuta partners with African + Eastern to launch Festiball at The Coterie Clubhouse by Stella Artois. Running from June 11 to July 19, the high-energy World Cup fan festival promises giant screens, stadium-style energy and unforgettable match-day moments from first kick to the Final. […]

Gallega Global Logistics has inaugurated a new 215,000 sq. ft. multi-user 3PL Logistics Hub at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), expanding regional logistics capacity and enabling faster, more reliable distribution across the UAE and wider GCC. The new facility will support advanced fulfilment through ultra-large, multi-user warehousing facilities equipped with integrated management systems, flexible storage […]

Dubai Autodrome, a subsidiary of Union Properties, has concluded a high-impact motorsport season marked by more than 88,700 driving and karting experiences and over 30 national and international racing and testing events, reinforcing its position as a leading motorsport and lifestyle destination in the UAE. Over the course of the season, Dubai Autodrome hosted 9 […]

Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, announced a landmark partnership with globally renowned football club FC Barcelona to launch a new co-branded card. The Emirates Islamic Barça Cashback Card, soon to be available exclusively in the UAE, is designed to bring fans closer to the club while rewarding customers […]

DP World has attracted AED854 million in investments across Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in the first four months of 2026, underlining continued investor demand for Dubai’s trade and industrial hub. The investments reflect commitments made by Jafza tenants to develop and expand facilities across manufacturing, logistics, food production, healthcare, vehicle handling and heavy equipment. […]

Careem has launched Far-Away Gems, a new feature that stretches the boundaries of food delivery for customers in the UAE. For the first time, Careem is more than doubling its delivery range, making it the only food delivery app in the UAE to do so, and unlocking hundreds of restaurants that were previously out of […]

Kaspersky announces the opening of its Cybersecurity Center at KidZania in Dubai Mall, designed to educate children on the importance of digital safety. This first-of-its-kind role-play experience allows kids to act as cyber investigators while learning to detect and protect against cyberthreats. The interactive space offers hands-on experiences that build cybersecurity awareness and prepare children […]

In celebration of Eid Al Adha from 26 to 29 May and honouring it’s proud heritage, Emirates will serve a feast of regional flavours, festive desserts, and world-class entertainment across selected routes, bringing customers together to celebrate one of the most significant occasions in the Islamic calendar. Eid flavours onboard Emirates Across all cabin classes […]

GymNation, the GCC’s fastest-growing gym operator, has secured a $100million private credit facility from certain funds, entities and/or accounts managed, advised or controlled by HPS Investment Partners, LLC (“HPS”), part of BlackRock-  the world’s largest asset manager, in one of the first regional investments of its size since the Iran conflict commenced. Founded in the […]

There is a particular kind of frustration that every blogger knows well. You spend three days writing what you genuinely believe is one of the best things on the internet about your topic. You hit publish. You share it. You wait. And then… nothing much happens. A few clicks from friends. Maybe a comment. Then […]

Dubai is set to welcome Eid Al Adha with a citywide programme of festivities, staycation offers, and family experiences running from 22 to 31 May. As part of the Season of Wulfa, and in alignment with the Year of Family, the city will bring together residents, families and friends through a series of cultural, entertainment […]

The ‘Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity’ initiative, one of the world’s largest programmes for university innovation and entrepreneurship, is advancing three university ventures from Switzerland, the United States, and Egypt into pilot deployment and commercial expansion in the UAE. Organised annually in Dubai, the initiative is held under the patronage and supervision of […]

Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, hosted the NDTI Founders Summit 2026, celebrating the next generation of Emirati FinTech and digital entrepreneurs and the graduation of Cohorts 4 and 5 of its National Digital Talent Incubator (NDTI). The summit brought together Emirati founders, senior leaders […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) brought a series of innovative activities exploring the intersection of culture and the future to Al Safa Art & Design Library through the ‘Museum of the Future Robot Family’ activation, held in collaboration with the Museum of the Future as part of the ‘One Nation, One Future’ initiative. […]

In the presence of Her Excellency Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Director General of the Community Development Authority, du, the leading telecom and digital services provider in collaboration with Dubai Community Contributions Establishment – JOOD has signed an MOU to contribute AED 3 million, to enhance collaboration in enabling and organizing community contributions, while expanding partnerships […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation announced the launch of ‘Dubai Archive’, a national project aimed at establishing an advanced system for managing documents and knowledge assets. The strategic initiative supports Dubai’s vision to preserve its history and national heritage while strengthening its readiness for the future. The pioneering project, launched during a […]

Global Village, the region’s premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, invites guests to celebrate Eid AlAdha with a vibrant entertainment and cultural experiences, bringing families and friends together to enjoy the holiday period. A festive Eid atmosphere Throughout Eid Al Adha, Global Village will come alive with festive décor and vibrant […]

In a landmark moment for both the mobility and insurance sectors, Dubai Insurance has been appointed as the 1st official insurance provider for the newly introduced autonomous taxi fleet operated by Dubai Taxi Company, marking the first time regionally that a fully driverless commercial taxi fleet is insured under a dedicated framework. The announcement follows […]