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Business NewsDAMAC’s Hussain Sajwani Says His Anthropic Investment Made Him More Money Than 30 Years in Business
“I went into Anthropic at a US$18 billion valuation, and it is now going public at about US$1.4 trillion. At one point, a few weeks ago, there was a US$2 trillion valuation, but still, I’m happy with $1.4 trillion.”By Tamara Pupic -
EntrepreneursBoston-Born Sailor Turned Entrepreneur Mike Buckley Eyes SailGP Title as US Team Heads to UAE Races in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The co-owner, CEO, and Team Principal of the U.S. SailGP Team explains why success takes showing up and never giving up.By Tamara Pupic -
TechnologySaudi Arabia’s HUMAIN Launches HUMAIN+ to Expand Applied AI Education
The initiative will offer training tailored to participants’ roles, with sector-specific labs and hands-on product development.
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Business NewsDubai Silicon Oasis Unveils Agenda and Speakers for DOERS Summit Dubai 2026
● To be held under the patronage and in the presence of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed ● Expected to bring together more than 5,000 participants ● Keynote addresses by H.E. Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, and H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ ● Two-day programme to explore emerging technologies, investment opportunities and international business expansion -
Business NewsHow 15-Year-Old Emily Dahan Is Using Podcasting To Spark Conversations That Matter For The Next Generation
“If it’s 1:00am and you’re too scared to ask, you’re not alone. Emily Ask is for you.” -
Business NewsEtisalat UAE Unveils AI Marketing Hub to Help Small Businesses Automate Digital Advertising
The launch comes amid growing demand for digital marketing tools among smaller businesses in the UAE. -
Business NewsAI Native Growth Company NUMU Unites Restaurant Brands Through Delivery Platform Partnerships to Grow Revenue Across the UAE and GCC
At its core is NIA, NUMU’s AI Head of Growth, which helps restaurant brands analyse performance across areas including sales, advertising, customer behaviour and menu profitability. -
EntrepreneursFII10 to Take Place in Riyadh in October 2027 Under “The Power of Legacy” Theme
The decision to reschedule the event is intended to maximize international participation and the impact of its 10th anniversary edition. -
Business NewsPalma Development Advances AED5 Billion Serenia District Project with New Residential Phase
Designed by Japanese architectural firm Nikken Sekkei, with Godwin Austen Johnson (GAJ) serving as design architect, Serenia District spans more than 600,000 square feet of land. -
Business NewsMidChains Partners with Standard Chartered to Strengthen Institutional Digital Asset Services
The partnership is intended to facilitate the movement of capital between traditional financial markets and digital asset platforms. -
Business NewsDubai’s Economic Chief to Investors, “We’re Playing for Steady Growth, Not Headlines”
H.E. Hadi Badri, CEO, Dubai Economic Development Corporation, says the emirate is doubling down on logistics and finance while opening new fronts in longevity, AI and robotics, targeting sustained low double-digit growth.By Tamara Pupic -
FinanceUAE Banking Assets Rise 4% to AED5.815 Trillion in Q3 2026
Total bank deposits rose 2.7% from the previous quarter and 12% YoY to AED3.568 trillion. -
Business NewsUAE Investment Minister to Investors: Look Beyond Your Comfort Zone and Accept Moderate Returns
H.E. Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment United Arab Emirates, advises investors to diversify into new sectors and weigh steady, high-certainty returns over big multiples.By Tamara Pupic -
Business NewsUAE’s First IPO of 2026 Sees DIP Holding Raise AED1.9 Billion
The company also made its trading debut on Dubai Financial Market (DFM) -
Business NewsAmazon Becomes First E-Commerce Retailer to Join UAE’s Essential Goods Prices Platform
Amazon.ae prices are now live on the government platform, which tracks prices in real time across 33 product categories -
Business NewsInvesting in Minds: How Riadh Al Zubaidi’s Manarway Is Bringing AI Innovation to Iraqi School Education
Having left Iraq as a teenager and sought refuge and education in France, Al Zubaidi is now drawing on his experience as a space engineer to transform education in his home country through Manarway, an AI-powered learning platform designed to make quality education more accessible and interactive for Iraqi students. -
Business NewsArdee Unveils Ardee Downtown as Flagship of AED15 Billion Portfolio on Al Marjan Island
Scheduled for phased delivery starting in 2030, Ardee Downtown will include apartments, branded residences, townhouses and a 600-meter waterfront promenade. -
EntrepreneursFormer NASA Astronaut Dr. Jeanette Epps Says the UAE Runs “One of the Most Efficient Emerging Space programs in the World”
Dr. Epps, who spent 235 days in space in 2024, on the Hope Mars orbiter, what the UAE needs to lead the sector and her advice for young women in the Gulf who dream of a space career.By Tamara Pupic -
Business NewsCreators HQ and YouTube to Launch MENA’s First YouTube Shopping Incubator
The initiative follows the rollout of YouTube’s Shopping Affiliate Program in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt. -
Business NewsDubai Opens Inaugural EV World 2026 with 300 Exhibitors
RTA and China EV100 are co-organizing the three-day event at Dubai World Trade Centre, where RTA is showing electric buses, motorcycles, abras and its autonomous taxi project. -
Business NewsGITEX Global to Debut World RobotiX with Humanoids, Exoskeletons and Industrial Robots in Dubai
New event at GITEX Global will bring Unitree, UBTECH and other robotics makers to Expo City Dubai from December 8 -11, 2026. -
Business NewsWOW!HR Global to Bring HR Leaders and a Peer-Voted Awards Program to Dubai on November 18-21, 2026
WOW!HR Global, the international HR and business platform, will take place in Dubai from November 18 to 21, 2026, bringing together senior HR leaders, business executives, international experts and companies rethinking how organizations manage people. The program combines the WOW!HR Global Conference, the WOW!HR GCC Award, real company case studies, international speakers, networking and closed-door […] -
Business NewsDubai Future Foundation Unveils Speakers for Five TED Talks at Dubai Future Week’s Big Stage
Siri co-founder Tom Gruber, 10,000-Year Clock designer Danny Hillis and architect Ma Yansong are among the thinkers set to take the stage on the opening day of the November event. -
Business NewsUAE Ranks First for SME Support in 2026 Global Financial Inclusion Index
The country also placed 21st globally in the overall financial inclusion index. -
Starting a BusinessHow Oman-Based Octabiz Is Using AI to Rethink Business Software
Matthew Truth, co-founder and Product Lead, Octabiz, explains how AI is reshaping startup economics without replacing the need for industry expertise and customer insight.By Tamara Pupic -
Business NewsDMCC’s American Business Community Reaches 740 Companies Amid Growing UAE-US Trade
Business community now accounts for nearly half of the estimated 1,500 American companies operating across the UAE. -
EntrepreneursMohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative Tests UAE Innovations to Reduce Agricultural Water Consumption
The solutions focus on two major sources of agricultural water consumption: cooling greenhouses in high-temperature environments and water loss in sandy soils. -
Business NewsDubai Future Finance Week Closes With More Than 80 Partnerships
Dubai Future Finance Week will return for its second edition in May 2027. -
Business NewsDubai’s VARA and Mastercard to Explore Regulatory Sandboxes for Virtual Assets Startups
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and Mastercard have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore regulatory sandboxes, support startups, and advance emerging technologies within Dubai’s virtual assets ecosystem. Announced during Dubai Future Finance Week, the collaboration will explore initiatives enabling founders and emerging businesses to experiment with new technologies through regulatory sandboxes. The agreement also […] -
Business NewsBYD Breaks 500km/h World Speed Record and Unveils Ultra-Luxury Electric Saloon in Abu Dhabi
The Chinese automaker’s YANGWANG U9 Xtreme became the first production car to officially exceed 500km/h, while its luxury marque debuted the ALTIOR electric saloon in Abu Dhabi. -
TechnologyTam Talks Tech: Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO I, Sony ECM-AX10, Samsung Movingstyle
Work around Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO i The new IdeaCentre AIO i is an all-in-one desktop computer, built on Intel Core Series 3 processors with up to 40 platform TOPS of AI performance. It sports a slimmer design and features an ergonomic stand with 30mm of vertical height adjustment up and down and a -5° to 15° […] -
Business NewsThe Next Era of Banking: Commercial Bank of Dubai CEO Dr. Bernd van Linder on AI, Innovation and Trust
“Digital banking is no longer the destination. It is the foundation for what comes next.” -
Business NewsDubai to Host PlanX 2026, The Founder Growth Conference, From November 25-26
Built for UAE founders who want growth, the two-day event at the Grand Hyatt Dubai will feature Aramex founder Fadi Ghandour, Global Ventures founder Noor Sweid, The Entertainer founder Donna Benton and HelpBnk founder Simon Squibb among more than 50 speakers. -
Starting a BusinessHow Dr. Abdulla Al Meer Is Modernizing Dubai’s Premium Number Plate Market
After more than two decades in government and corporate leadership, Dr. Abdulla Ibrahim Al Meer is bringing his experience in business transformation to Mazal, a digital marketplace designed to make buying and selling premium number plates more secure and transparent. -
Starting a BusinessFrom Beirut to Dubai: How Sabine Karam Built iDiet Into a Business Delivering Over 1 Million Healthy Meals a Year
Dietitian-turned-entrepreneur Sabine Karam, CEO and co-founder of iDiet, shares how she is translating her nutrition expertise into a UAE meal plan business built around personalization, taste and consistent service. -
Business NewsDubai Expands Intellectual Property Clinics for Emirati Founders
The IP Clinic is part of the Dubai IP Hub, launched in 2024 by DFF and the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism. -
Business NewsDIFC Courts Proposes Global Framework for Resolving Digital Asset Disputes
Titled The Dispute Resolution Oracle: Foundations of a Decentralised Jurisdiction, the white paper outlines a voluntary framework for the on-chain economy. -
Business NewsAbu Dhabi’s Real Estate Deals Reach AED171.26 Billion in First Nine Months of 2026
The value of transactions rose 76.1% year over year, with Al Reem Island and Al Hudayriyat Island recording the highest deal values. -
LifestyleExecutive Selection: Dubai’s Kenz de Rasasi Launches Hawas FROST
Dubai-based fragrance brand Kenz de Rasasi has launched Hawas FROST, its newest men’s fragrance, setting a Guinness World Records title for the highest-altitude perfume product launch event at 5,170 meters in the Everest region of Nepal on November 2, 2026. The fragrance was subsequently unveiled in Dubai on November 6 through a one-minute animation on […] -
Business NewsQatar’s AI Market Projected to Exceed US$2 Billion by 2030, Strategy& Reports
Qatar’s artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to exceed US$2 billion by 2030, with annual growth of more than 25%, according to new analysis by Strategy& Middle East. The report identifies four key segments driving this growth: AI platforms (US$700 million), AI products (US$500 million), AI professional services (US$400 million), and AI infrastructure (US$400 million). […] -
LifestyleExecutive Selection: SUPRA 42 by Cook & Re
UAE-born, Swiss-made watch brand Cook & Re makes its debut with the SUPRA 42 in a limited edition of 50 numbered pieces. Its standout features include Memento Mori, a blood-red power reserve indicator designed to remind wearers to make the most of their time, and a dial inspired by topographic contour lines. Housed in a […] -
LifestyleExecutive Selection: Nuncier – Lunar Mission
Bahraini watch brand Nuncier brings the Moon’s rugged terrain to the wrist with Lunar Mission, its second NASA-approved watch. Limited to 100 pieces, it features a Grade 2 titanium case with a concrete finish developed in-house to capture the textured appearance of the lunar surface. The theme continues on the cratered Moon-texture dial, where an […] -
FinanceThe Next Longevity Breakthrough Is Collaboration
From global best practices at LifeSpan Summit Málaga 2026 to a shared opportunity to build more inclusive societies across the Middle East. -
Business NewsUniestate’s Playa Viva Set to Become Al Marjan Island’s First Residential Handover Ahead of Wynn Opening
The development will offer fully furnished residences equipped with ABB smart home automation technology, allowing owners to occupy or lease their properties upon handover. -
Business NewsDubai Future Week Invites Startups to Pitch Innovations at Shark Tank Dubai Finale
The Pitch is open to Dubai-based startups with viable products, prototypes or promising business ideas addressing market needs in the UAE and wider region. -
Business NewsThe Next 50 Years of etisalat
Five decades after helping connect a young nation, etisalat is accelerating its transformation to shape the next era of innovation. With a new strategy, global ambitions and AI at the centre of its plans, the global Emirati group is betting that the foundations of telecommunications will become even more valuable in the decades ahead. -
EntrepreneursThe Power of Vision, the Strength of People
Why lasting business success depends on purpose, diverse expertise and the discipline to deliver. -
Business NewsDubai Launches Five-Year Visitor Program to Boost Tourism, Spending, and Long-Term Engagement
The new Dubai Access Club combines a five-year multi-entry visa with exclusive hospitality, retail, and tourism benefits, reflecting the emirate’s efforts to attract repeat visitors and strengthen its tourism economy. -
LeadershipUAE Pushes for More Proactive, Efficient Government Services as 179 Service Channels Undergo Performance Assessment
The latest government service ratings highlight the UAE’s focus on operational efficiency, digital transformation, and customer experience, with a Ministry of Interior service center in Fujairah securing the highest seven-star rating. -
Business NewsSheikh Hamdan Announces Dubai-it Awards for Emirates NBD, Ahmed bin Sulayem, Mahdi Amjad, Ounass, Charlie Wright, and Chef Izu Ani
The latest recognitions build on the inaugural Dubai-it Awards, celebrating exceptional achievements in banking, trade, and real estate development. -
Business NewsDubai Design Week 2026 Opens With Opportunities for Creative Entrepreneurs and Emerging Designers
The 12th edition brings together designers and creative businesses from more than 50 countries, offering platforms for emerging talent, industry collaboration, and commercial growth. -
EntrepreneursHow Armen Pogossian is Bringing Armenian Luxury to the Middle East
Armen Pogossian, Chairman, Pogossian Luxury Brand House, on bringing his family business to the MENA region, building on its presence in more than 60 countries worldwide.By Tamara Pupic -
EntrepreneursGetting to the Root of the Problem: Anis Harb, Co-Founder and CEO, Algebra
Anis Harb, co-founder and CEO of UAE-based AI transformation company Algebra, on how the theoretical foundations of banking, lessons in execution at Amazon, and experience scaling Deliveroo shaped his latest entrepreneurial venture.By Tamara Pupic