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While many economies show early signs of hesitation under pressure, the UAE has continued to move forward with clarity, confidence, and momentum.

The funding will help UAE-based online butcher shop and smokehouse CarniStore expand its operations, introduce new products, and prepare for growth in regional markets.

As businesses evolve, many founders find themselves at a crossroads where old strategies no longer deliver the same results, making mindset transformation essential for clarity, resilience, and confident leadership.

Following a milestone year that saw property sales reach an all-time high of AED80.4 billion, Emaar Properties has approved a full dividend payout, reinforcing strong shareholder returns.

In the Founders on the Frontline series, Kushal Desai and Sagar Chotrani of Publsh share how doubling down on communication, prioritizing people, and protecting core fundamentals is helping them navigate uncertainty, while building a reputation that lasts beyond it.

As the gaming industry evolves beyond downloads and into engagement-driven ecosystems, Exscape is positioning itself at the forefront of this shift.

Redefining the UAE investment landscape through Gen-Z innovation and strategic consultancy.

A10’s strategy is rooted in staying ahead of the curve, says its Group CEO Amiral Elmehdawi.

"Everything around us has evolved except the tools we rely on to protect ourselves in an emergency. That felt like a problem worth solving.”

Despite regional uncertainties, Dubai’s design community continues to adapt with resilience, keeping projects moving while adjusting to a changing environment.

Women across the Middle East are stepping confidently into senior leadership roles, bringing fresh perspectives and resilience. The next step for organizations is to strengthen the systems that will sustain this momentum and unlock their full potential.

EAK Digital’s influence extends beyond PR, marketing, and events, and into the industry’s most trusted key opinion leaders (KOLs) network forged through a decade of in-person relationship building. Korhaliller first collaborated with now well-known Web3 voices such as Lark Davis, EllioTrades and Crypto Banter in 2019, long before they became mainstream crypto influencers.

There are moments when a city is tested. When residents pause and reflect on what makes it strong in the first place. This past week has been one of those moments for many of us living in Dubai. Yet if there is one thing that defines this city, it is resilience. Dubai has never been […]

The bravest thing a founder can do right now is not the most visible thing. It is the quiet, deliberate work of ensuring that everything they have built can outlast the version of them that built it.

There are moments when a city’s true identity is not revealed by its skyline, its luxury, or its headlines, but by how it behaves under pressure. This is one of those moments. The current instability across parts of the Middle East have created fear, hesitation, and uncertainty. Markets react. Consumers become cautious. Investors delay. Founders […]

In the world of luxury fragrance, where new brands launch almost daily and celebrity names dominate headlines, few houses command the level of reverence reserved for Roja Dove’s fragrance house, ROJA London. Since its debut in 2011, the brand has positioned itself not merely as a perfume company, but as a guardian of haute perfumery—where […]

“For me, launching a business isn’t just about commercial success or money. It’s about taking that step, overcoming fear, and unlocking a new mindset."

"Across all my businesses, my vision is simple: build sustainable platforms that serve people, create opportunities, and give back more than they take.”

A 78-slide deck doesn’t create growth, and it won’t fix your business problems, but execution will. As SME ecosystems mature, specialists who implement, deliver, and take ownership are beating out generalists offering opinions.

For most of modern business history, the ultra-wealthy relied on a familiar formula. Build strong companies, structure assets intelligently, cultivate private networks, and let reputation travel through bankers, lawyers, and trusted intermediaries. That model still works, but the environment has changed. Today, investors, founders, and premium clients who move serious capital spend a significant part […]

The newly secured funding will support Rewa’s expansion across Dubai, with plans to scale across the wider UAE and into the GCC.

"While the UK media focuses on the "exit," the UAE is focused on "The 3 Cs" I hold dear: Competence, Credibility, and Care."

"With our AI gamified solution, we make every trivia experience a personalized journey, making learning fun and interactive."

The 2024 Summit in Dubai was officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest lecture event.

The program will culminate on March 7 with full participation in the Megacampus Summit’s main-stage programming.

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. AYOOSH NAKKRAChairman and Founder, ARC SHIP Group AYOOSH NAKKRA is a highly experienced maritime professional with over 20 years of expertise in vessel operations, marine engineering, and […]