Finance
The Finance Frontier 2026: Rahul Malhotra, Region Head Emerging Markets, Bank Julius Baer
Under his leadership, Region Emerging Markets has embarked on an ambitious expansion strategy in core countries.
Leadership
Business News
DP World Signs 50-Year Deal for Two UAE Container Terminals Outside Strait of Hormuz
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.
Business News
FortyGuard Launches Global AI Hackathon Focused on Climate Innovation
Projects must be submitted by August 17, 2026.
Business News
Development Holding Company Completes Acquisition of Massaleh Investment Company, Strengthening Its Investment Platform and Supporting Kuwait’s Vision 2035
Development Holding Company has completed its acquisition of Massaleh Investment Company, marking a major step in its long-term growth strategy. The deal strengthens the Group’s financial investment capabilities and supports its ambitions to drive sustainable growth and contribute to Kuwait’s Vision 2035.
By Mina Vucic
Business News
Dubai’s Residential Property Market Shows Remarkable Resilience: Bayut’s H1 2026 Market Report Data Reveals
Bayut’s analysis highlights that buyers remained active across ultra-luxury, luxury, mid-tier and affordable communities in the emirate.
Business News
Dubai Customs Reports AED33.9 Billion in Trade Supported Under Economic Measures
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.
Business News
Uber Agrees US$14.8 Billion Acquisition of Delivery Hero, Expanding Middle East Delivery Business
The transaction is expected to close during the second half of 2027.
Business News
Ajman Real Estate Transactions Reach AED10.8 Billion in First Half of 2026
969 mortgage transactions with a combined value exceeding AED1.88 billion were also recorded.
Business News
ADIB and Dubai DET Launch Banking Solution for SMEs Through SME in a Box
The banking solution also includes access to personal and business accounts, point-of-sale (POS) services, and trade finance and foreign exchange solutions.
Business News
Beyond the Algorithm: Why AI Needs Ethics
As we keep building machines, we must remember that being smart, without being responsible is not enough.
Business News
Money Expo 2026: Innovation City’s Nabil Arnous on AI, technology, and the UAE’s innovation ecosystem
Through initiatives such as Innovation City, Arnous says the focus is on creating an environment where future-focused companies can establish, scale, and collaborate.
Business News
Money Expo 2026: ARP Digital’s Abdulla Kanoo on AI, fintech, and the future of money
Kanoo says that the technologies capable of creating the world's next trillion-dollar companies will be those with the ability to generate value across multiple industries.
Business News
Sharjah Issues and Renews More Than 38,000 Business Licenses in H1 2026
The department issued 4,597 new licenses during the six-month period, up 5% year-on-year, while 33,572 licenses were renewed, reflecting 2% growth compared to the first half of 2025.
Business News
Dubai Chambers Partners with Wio Bank to Improve SME Access to Financing
Under the agreement, small and medium-sized enterprises will have access to digital business account opening and financing solutions designed to support business operations and growth.
Business News
Digital Dubai and Emirates Group Sign Agreement to Advance Digital Transformation
The agreement covers access to digital services, digital enablement platforms, and data and statistics services.
Business News
Building Trust Across Borders: Rihab Saad, Managing Director, Next Generation Equity
As Managing Director of Next Generation Equity, Rihab Saad is helping families, entrepreneurs, and investors navigate life-changing decisions by combining commercial expertise with a deeply human approach.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Dubai Taxi Company Completes AED1.45 Billion Acquisition of National Taxi
The acquisition increases its market share in Dubai to approximately 59% while establishing a presence in Abu Dhabi with an estimated 12% market share.
Business News
Nominations Open for the 2026 Tech Innovation Awards by Entrepreneur Middle East
The deadline for nominations is September 7, 2026.
Business News
Global Games Show Riyadh 2026: Real Madrid Head of Partnerships Hassan Yusuf Yusuf on AI and Leadership
Hassan also reflects on how communication has evolved in the digital era and why success is ultimately defined by genuine effort rather than outcomes alone.
Business News
Global Games Show Riyadh 2026: M.A Sports Founder and CEO Majed M. AlAli on AI and Sports Innovation
Rather than concentrating on a single business vertical, AlAli explains why his company has chosen to support multiple areas of the sports sector as part of a broader vision for long-term development.
Business News
Global AI Show Riyadh 2026: Dubai Holding Real Estate’s Adel Abdullah Miran on Balancing AI and Human Intelligence
The conversation explores how businesses can embrace AI without losing sight of the creativity and judgement that continue to drive meaningful progress.
Business News
Global AI Show Riyadh 2026: Nayef Binhumaid, Chairman of the Saudi Baseball and Softball Federation, on Growing Emerging Sports
Binhumaid believes emerging sports such as baseball have an important role to play in creating new opportunities for athletes and communities.
Business News
Global AI Show Riyadh 2026: Nadeem Bakhsh, CEO of Webook.com, on AI and the Future of Entertainment
Reflections on Webook.com's journey from a grassroots football platform to a regional "super app for fun."
Business News
Dubai Chambers Launches ‘Business in Dubai’ Platform to Boost Business Competitiveness
The platform connects businesses with 65 services offered by seven accredited partners across four categories.
Business News
Expo City Dubai Issues UAE’s First Green Licenses to Sustainability-Focused Businesses
The Expo Green License addresses a gap in the licensing market by providing sustainability-focused businesses with a framework based on verified ESG credentials.
Business News
The Business of Healthcare Excellence: Dr. Essa N. Al Essa, Co-Founder and CEO, Asnan Tower
Dr. Essa on why Kuwait-headquartered Asnan Tower -home to the world's largest single-site dental clinic- believes its best chapter is yet to come.
By Tamara Pupic
Business News
Dubai SME Facilitates AED1.78 Billion in Contracts for Emirati Businesses in 2025
The Emirati Supplier Program currently includes partnerships with more than 84 organizations, creating procurement opportunities for 1,070 registered Emirati enterprises.