Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

The UAE property market continues to demonstrate a defining characteristic: resilience, not just in activity, but in mindset. Over the past few weeks, despite the challenging circumstances in the region, buyer behavior has not retreated, it has evolved and become more opportunity driven. What we are seeing is a more considered, more strategic approach to […]

Achieved amid ongoing global and regional uncertainty, the milestone signals both the resilience of the UAE and Abu Dhabi’s financial infrastructure.

As global companies expand into new markets, opportunity is often accompanied by regulatory complexity. India, in particular, presents a dynamic investment landscape shaped by evolving policies, sector-specific rules, and procedural nuances. For international corporations entering the country, legal guidance requires more than technical fluency. It calls for a practitioner who understands both the letter of […]

Customers can participate in the initiative using the Careem app by placing food orders, purchasing groceries, sending money, or making direct donations.

Partnerships that typically take 12 months or more to develop were accelerated into a three-month timeline, with some moving from introductions to signed agreements within a single cycle.

Each project will receive up to US$100,000 in funding, along with technical guidance, increased visibility and access to networking opportunities.

The UAE-based technology group posted consolidated revenue of AED19.4 billion and EBITDA of AED8.6 billion in the first quarter of 2026, alongside a 30.8% increase in global subscribers to 248 million.

According to its report, revenue rose 11% year-on-year to AED755 million, driven by portfolio expansion, higher occupancy, and improved rental rates. 

As of January 2026, women occupy 403 board seats across the GCC, held by 341 individuals, an increase from 390 seats held by 334 women in 2025.

The 2026 edition will offer a perspective on Saudi Arabia’s AI development, tracing its progress from early vision to ongoing implementation.

The initiative brings together Creative Zone, RAKEZ, Mashreq NEO BIZ, DHL, Zoho and other partners to provide bundled startup support valued at more than AED 15,000 at no additional cost.

“FemTech in Dubai" maps 90 companies, 20 leaders, 17 clinics, 15 investors and 10 accelerators, offering a structured overview of Dubai’s femtech and digital health landscape.

From May 7-10, ME by Meliá Dubai will host a marketplace in its signature atrium, in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, featuring locally made abayas, jalabiyas and artisanal perfumes.

The country posted strong results in the quality of its entrepreneurship environment, scoring 7.0 in the National Entrepreneurship Context Index (NECI) for 2025, which measures the quality of a country’s entrepreneurial environment based on expert assessments.

The new report highlights the Kingdom's maturing private capital ecosystem and growing IPO momentum.

Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) has launched the Entrepreneurs Resilience Fund to provide fast-tracked financial, operational, and marketing support for Sharjah-based startups and SMEs.  Launched under the directives of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sheraa, the fund supports businesses in key sectors that play an important role in maintaining economic stability, […]

Al Habtoor Tower comprises 1,740 residential units, with phased handovers set to begin this summer starting with more than 1,300 apartments.

CNTXT AI today announced the launch of Munsit Emirati TTS, a text to speech model designed to generate real time, human-like Emirati Arabic for enterprise and consumer applications. The release comes as voice technology continues to evolve rapidly worldwide, with recent launches from companies such as Google, OpenAI, and ElevenLabs pushing improvements in how AI […]

Under the collaboration, noon Food will waive onboarding fees for Dubai SME members, implement a five-year commission structure, and provide marketing support to boost brand visibility.

At the regional level, the out-of-home advertising sector is witnessing significant growth.

The initiative is expected to generate US$3.5 billion (AED 12.9 billion) in economic benefits and create 25,000 jobs.

A 20 year investor journey to building - Tomorrow World, Founder and Chairman Xu Ma is reimagining how developments can shape the way people live, connect, and thrive.

Access to healthcare remains a complex challenge in many parts of the world, where cost, distance, and fragmented systems can shape how and when patients receive care. Within this context, Saad Wahab Siddiqui, CEO and Founder of Find My Doctor, has focused on developing a model that simplifies how individuals engage with primary healthcare. However, […]

Discussions covered sector financing priorities, highlighting the need for flexible funding and innovative banking options to support adaptability, continuity, and private sector resilience.

The three-month accelerator program offers mentorship, funding support, and ecosystem access. Participants may receive up to US$60,000 in grants to implement their innovative solutions in the market.

Startups are invited to apply for the opportunity to pitch live on stage at the 10th Edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII10), gaining exposure to a global community of leading investors, policymakers, and changemakers.

Dubai has become a key launchpad for fast-growing companies, offering an agile environment that supports innovation and expansion into regional and global markets.

Dubai Municipality will introduce remote working spaces in public parks starting May, as part of efforts to support flexible work and align with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.

The new platform combines intelligent matchmaking, curated founder experiences, and impact tracking to help entrepreneurs scale through the right connections

Report shows that the UAE demonstrates high levels of AI adoption exceeding expectations relative to GDP per capita, alongside Singapore.