Growth Strategies

Khalil Khamis, Managing Partner of Brain Bites SAL, discusses the company’s ambitions to build a new-generation F&B platform in Lebanon, beginning with the return of Pinkberry.

"We build businesses for the long term, so you should know that something will be coming all the time. Don’t be a child. Do you have enough capital, no debt, and good people? Are you honest with your customers and society? You have to do this every second of your life - not in your business quarters, but all the time.”

How global capital is redrawing the investment map in 2026

After his own health struggles exposed the fragmentation of healthcare, the serial entrepreneur set out to build an AI-powered platform that brings health guidance, monitoring, and professional support into one ecosystem.

With the 13th edition of the Middle East Film and Comic Con set to take place this month, Show Director Loy Pinheiro reflects on what it has taken to build the region’s largest pop culture festival (and why the event may not be far from hosting its own version of SDCC’s iconic Hall H someday).

“Our vision for OBEGI Home was always to create a design destination that is a source of inspiration for homeowners and professionals alike."

The group is also highlighting its global network capabilities across subsea, terrestrial and satellite infrastructure.

Over the next three to five years, Enhance aims to become the standard operating platform for the US$42 billion global personal training market.

Mike Champion and Annabelle Mander on building LEAP into a global stage for AI, investment and innovation

Without chasing headlines, venture capital, or conventional wisdom – how Augustus Media’s founder turned an idea born in Dubai into one of the region’s fastest-growing independent media companies.

Since its formation a few weeks ago, the Council has brought several initiatives to life, including a Youth Day activation at Amazon's Dubai office that connected Emirati entrepreneurs and homegrown brands directly with employees.

The collaboration will also enable the bank to explore partnerships with DFDF portfolio companies through structured pilots and potential commercial deployments.

Gregg Pearce, Head of SoHo and SME at du, explains why the next chapter of the UAE’s entrepreneurial growth will depend on helping founders move beyond fragmented systems, administrative overload, and startup-stage thinking.

The new founder finance solution provides eligible businesses with more than AED10,000 in first-year value.

The Board approved an interim dividend of 47.5 fils per share, up 10.5% from the same period last year.

Organizers expect more than 35,000 participants and over 800 speakers across more than 70 events over four days.

Mundhada discusses NeoPay's adoption of Visa Click to Pay, the growing importance of consumer trust in online transactions, and how advanced technologies are helping strengthen payment security while reducing checkout friction.

Both terminals will be able to accommodate ultra-large container vessels and will be linked to Jebel Ali Port through DP World's inland logistics network.

Chillblast is the UK's most awarded PC manufacturer, having received independent industry recognition across performance, reliability, and service.

Projects must be submitted by August 17, 2026.

The fund will mobilize up to AED5 million through public- and private-sector partners, combining equity-free grants with tailored programming, fast-tracked funding decisions, and hands-on advisory support.

The updated financing ecosystem includes the First-time Founders Loan, AI & Robotics Loan, Revolving Loan, Small Loan, Working Capital Loan, Fixed Assets Loan, and Expansion Loan.

Launched at the end of May by co-founders Federica Bonometti and Malahat Peyvandi, REVYN is the UAE's first zero-commission resale marketplace, designed to make buying and selling pre-loved fashion and everyday items as seamless as purchasing something brand new.

Bayut’s analysis highlights that buyers remained active across ultra-luxury, luxury, mid-tier and affordable communities in the emirate.

Attracting foreign investment is only the first step. As competition for global capital intensifies, the UAE's long-term advantage may lie in its ability to foster the relationships and sense of belonging that encourage companies to stay, grow, and reinvest.

The initiatives benefited 428 companies through measures including extended deadlines for suspended customs duties, installment payment options for customs duties, and an 80% reduction in financial penalties.