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Finance

Dubai Future Finance Week 2026 to Bring Global Leaders in Finance, Policy, and Technology Together

Designed as an integrated, citywide platform and led by DIFC, Dubai Future Finance Week brings together several major industry forums under a single, cohesive agenda, themed "Finance Reimagined: Where innovation meets policy and purpose."

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Business News

botim money and Mastercard Collaboration to Expand Cross-Border Payments From UAE to 150+ Countries

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Growth Strategies

UAE Ministry of Finance Launches New ‘Federal Government Real Estate Assets Platform’

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Finance

Gold, Freedom, and the Architecture of Wealth

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Social Media

Lara Trump Advocates for Authenticity on Social Media

At the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai, Lara Trump shared her views on media trust, authenticity on social platforms, and how AI is reshaping public perception.

By Tamara Pupic

Growth Strategies

Mohamed Alabbar Warns of a Major Shift Ahead: “AI Will Replace Much of What Expats in the UAE Do”

Mohamed Alabbar, founder of Emaar Properties and noon, took the stage at the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai with a blunt message on power, scale, and disruption in a rapidly changing economy.

By Tamara Pupic

Growth Strategies

H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy Highlights Power of Digital Solidarity

Moderated by Vishen Lakhiani, founder of Mindvalley, the session focused on how digital attention can be mobilized to drive meaningful social impact.

By Tamara Pupic

Social Media

Dubai Takes Center Stage for Global Good as MrBeast Reveals “1 Billion Acts of Kindness” Winners

"We have a lot of influence and it would be shame not to use it for impact, for good. We should not forget that the numbers on the screen are actual people," MrBeast said.

By Tamara Pupic

Social Media

UAE Minister of Cabinet Affairs H.E. Mohammad Al Gergawi Warns of Creators’ Expanding Power

"You don't only transmit information; you shape how young people see the world. That is why this summit comes under the theme 'Content for Good.' We see you as creators of impact and life. Media is not a job—it is a mission."

By Tamara Pupic

Social Media

Emirati influencer Khalid Al Ameri: Stop Chasing Virality, Start Creating Impact

The 2026 edition of 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai features over 500 speakers with a combined following of more than 3 billion, and hosts over 100 SMEs and creator-founded startups to showcase products and ideas.

By Tamara Pupic

Business News

1 Billion Followers Summit Opens Today with Global Figures and 500+ Speakers

Leading global platforms including Snapchat, X, YouTube, TikTok, Meta, Disney+ and Twitch come together to examine the future of the creator economy.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Growth Strategies

R.Evolution Introduces Eywa Way of Water, Redefining Ultra-Luxury Living in Dubai

Eywa Way of Water sets a new benchmark for regenerative luxury.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Business News

Growing UAE–EU Trade Links Open New Opportunities at Ambiente 2026 in Frankfurt

Ambiente 2026 provides UAE companies with direct exposure to Europe's consumer goods market across its three main segments: Dining, Living and Giving.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Marketing

Understanding the Middle East Consumer: Where International Brands Fall Short

Success in this region depends on recognizing that audiences are multilingual, behaviors shift with seasonality, convenience shapes decision-making, and platforms play different roles across the customer journey.

By Namita Ramani

Business News

UAE Targets 2 Million Companies Over the Next Decade

The total number of registered businesses in the UAE reached 1.4 million by the end of 2025, underscoring the country's accelerating entrepreneurial growth.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Technology

The Leadership Playbook for the Agentic Era

The question has shifted to how AI will redefine our people, our culture, and our leadership.

By Mohammed Alkhotani

Women Entrepreneur

Policy–Tech Nexus: Pulsar Group’s Alyazi Al Khattal

Alyazi Al Khattal, co-founder and CEO of Pulsar Group—a female leader shaping the region's engagement with cutting-edge technologies.

By Tamara Pupic

Business News

BNW Developments Taps China Railway Group Subsidiary to Fast-Track Construction in Ras Al Khaimah

The proposed AED1 billion partnership with China Railway No. 4 Engineering Group marks a major step in accelerating large-scale real estate development across the emirate.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Technology

Play On: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI

Powered by an Intel Core i9-14900HX with 24 cores and up to 5.8GHz Max Turbo Frequency, the Helios Neo 16 AI delivers exceptional performance for gaming, multitasking, and heavy creative workloads.

By Tamara Clarke

Growth Strategies

Inside the UAE’s Luxury SUV Boom: The INFINITI QX80 and the Rise of Premium Ownership

The INFINITI QX80, a flagship SUV that has captured the attention of Abu Dhabi's discerning drivers thanks to Al Masaood Automobiles, the authorized distributor for INFINITI in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra region.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Technology

Tune In: Belkin Wireless Earbuds

SoundForm Anywhere True Wireless Earbuds, Belkin's premium semi-in-ear design, is crafted for all day comfort.

By Tamara Clarke

Growth Strategies

Bayut 2025 Market Report: Dubai Property Prices Reflect Healthy Market Fundamentals

The analysis indicates a market where rising supply is being met with steady demand, resulting in price movements that reflect a healthy and resilient property sector.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Technology

Store It Up: Sandisk USB-C Flash Drive

Sandisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive meets the need by providing high-capacity storage that fits perfectly snug to stay connected, whether moving between meetings, commuting, or heading to class.

By Tamara Clarke

Leadership

From Launch to Landmark Deals: Yigit Sezgin, Founder and Managing Partner, Clé & Partners

A Dubai-headquartered strategic advisory and investment platform, founded by Yigit Sezgin, is shaping landmark transactions and pioneering deal structures across global luxury and lifestyle real estate and hospitality markets.

By Tamara Pupic

Technology

World’s First Personalized AI Gaming Platform SPARQ Relocates to Innovation City, Accelerating Ras Al Khaimah’s Rise as the Global Hub for Next-Generation Game Creation

SPARQ's move is a powerful endorsement of Innovation City's vision: a free zone that feels like a startup, operates at founder speed, and supports companies shaping the next era of gaming, AI, and digital creativity.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Growth Strategies

What Comes Next for UAE Property? Bayut Reveals the Trends to Watch in 2026

Looking ahead, the UAE property market is set to evolve through smarter planning, deeper digital integration, and increasingly lifestyle-focused development.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Growth Strategies

Family Businesses in the Middle East Are Rewriting the Rules of Longevity

Family businesses in the Middle East are redefining change and transformation on their own terms. By blending professional governance with deeply held values, they are building organizations designed not just to grow, but to last.

By Hadi Allawi

Growth Strategies

Healthcare Outlook 2026: Balancing Human Touch and Digital Care

As we step into 2026, UAE leads not only because of rapid innovation but because it embodies the philosophy that at the heart of healthcare lies human care, empowered by technology.

By Alisha Moopen

Business News

UAE Leads Region in F&B Sector Investment

Report shows that the Arab region's average annual spending per capita on food and non-alcoholic beverages is expected to keep going up to around US$2255 by the end of 2029.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff

Social Media

Inside BE: The Dubai-Born Platform Redefining Digital Skills, Learning and Affiliate Growth

Moyn Islam and Ehsaan Islam, co-founders of BE (BE Club), explain how this platform brings together technology, education, and community support to help individuals learn, earn, and lead in the digital era.

By Entrepreneur Middle East Staff