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Today, the true mark of prestige in Dubai’s real estate market is the health of the water that laps against those private shores. The “Waterfront 2.0” movement is not merely a construction trend; it is a profound shift in how the emirate views its greatest natural asset: the Arabian Gulf.

Architecture has long carried the ambition to impress. Across major cities, cultural venues, and residential developments are often designed to become landmarks that attract attention and define skylines. Yet recent research found that culturally responsive environments can strengthen emotional connection, social belonging, and restorative human experiences.  Sean T Ellis, founder of STEAD and a member […]

Luxury handbags may anchor the visual identity of Old Bags Luncheon™ , though Eileen Cornacchia has always viewed the concept through a far wider lens. Philanthropy, in her belief, succeeds most effectively when generosity feels social and deeply communal all at once. “People return to experiences that make them feel good,” Cornacchia says. “If somebody […]

From AI-driven climate biometrics to the “car-to-couch” automated elevators of the Bugatti Residences, PropTech is no longer an amenity—it is the ultimate luxury.

The region is leading the way on new tech in building.

From sand to sanctuaries: How the world’s most ambitious skyline is moving inside, crafting a new visual language for the 21st century home.

SBWC also introduced the “Haseelah” initiative during the gathering — an interactive platform connecting women entrepreneurs and business owners with experts, entrepreneurs, and influential figures from the UAE and internationally.

From better goods to better wardrobe bests, every issue, we choose a few items that make the approved executive selection list. In this edition, our picks are from COS, & Other Stories, and Rolls-Royce.

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure stressed the importance of cooperation among governments, private sector, and financial and technology institutions to support the development of a sustainable global hydrogen economy.

Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, Director General of Dubai Chambers, said the initiative facilitated more than 6,000 meetings between Dubai companies and international firms by the end of 2025.

The winners were announced in Geneva, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly, and were recognized for their technology-driven solutions.

The latest Chronomat lineup includes three main models: the Chronomat B01 42, the Chronomat Automatic B31 40, and the Chronomat Automatic 36.

The Changemakers Academy is an innovation and entrepreneurship incubator that grew out of Expo 2020 Dubai’s University Innovation Program. It provides training, mentorship, licensing support and grants to help graduates and aspiring entrepreneurs turn ideas into viable businesses.

Karim Awad, Group CEO of EFG Holding, said geopolitical tensions affected the region during the latter part of the quarter but the group remains focused on “disciplined execution, prudent risk management, and sustaining growth.”

When BEYOND Developments unveiled SIORA, its first beachfront masterplan on Dubai Islands, the announcement marked more than the launch of a coastal destination. It introduced a philosophy-led approach to masterplanning, one that reframes waterfront living around purpose, wellbeing, and long-term urban value.

This year, Arafat Day will be observed on May 26 while Eid al-Adha, which falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, will be celebrated on May 27.

The initiative is expected to further advance the UAE’s healthcare ecosystem through a focus on preventive medicine, digital integration, innovation, and resource optimization.

As the UAE property market scales heights that would have seemed unimaginable just a decade ago, Mohamed Adib Hijazi — the founding chairman of HRE Development — has been quietly doing what he has always done: building homes, nurturing communities, and refusing to be rattled by the world beyond his construction sites.

As geopolitical uncertainty rattled global markets, Ali Al Gebely — Founder and Chairman of ONE Development and heir to a 44-year regional legacy — never wavered. Here, he explains why the UAE is not just weathering the storm but is built to make the storm irrelevant.

As geopolitical tremors rippled through global markets, Satish Sanpal, Founder and Chairperson of ANAX Holding, barely flinched. Here is why the man behind one of Dubai’s most dynamic property groups believes the UAE’s greatest chapter is still ahead

When the region’s headlines darkened and lesser markets flinched, the CEO of Innovate Living kept building.

Dubai continued to attract strong interest across both ready and off-plan segments.

Construction is now underway, with completion targeted for Q4 2027.

Abbas Sajwani built AHS Properties into one of Dubai’s most formidable ultra-luxury developers in less than five years. As the region navigates through a period of geopolitical tension, the youngest billionaire in global real estate has a clear vision for international investors: the window you are waiting for doesn’t exist.

Cera automates functions including job description creation, CV screening, candidate ranking, interview scheduling, and feedback management.

Naguib Sawiris has built empires in telecoms, media and mining. Now, with ORA Developers doubling its UAE investment to AED 30 billion and a new city rising between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the Egyptian billionaire is making his most emphatic statement yet – and he chose the most turbulent moment possible to make it

Ahmed Alkhoshaibi does not build properties. He builds cities — complete communities woven together with schools, hotels, gyms, cafes, and branded residences. As Group CEO of Arada, he kept construction sites humming and sales teams busy throughout one of the most testing periods in regional memory.

As founder of Emaar Properties — the company behind the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and hundreds of thousands of homes — he has seen storms before. Here, he explains why the UAE’s greatest chapters are yet to be written.

Parallax, a research and analytics tool, is designed to help investment teams form, review, and govern investment decisions by integrating market data, research, factor signals, scenario analysis and portfolio context into a structured workflow.

Al Bayaa, currently head of advisory at KPMG Middle East, will succeed Dr. Abdullah Al Fozan, who will complete his term on Sept. 30, 2026, and will continue to lead the firm through the transition period.