A recent Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage on October 20, 2025, which affected over 2,000 businesses worldwide, has highlighted critical lessons for small enterprises in the UAE. The disruption, originating …
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RTA’s Dh175 Billion Investment: Shaping Dubai’s Urban Landscape Over 20 Years
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaOver the past two decades, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has invested over AED 175 billion in transforming the city’s infrastructure, positioning it as a global leader …
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BusinessStartupUAE
Dubai Crown Prince Unveils Ambitious AI Initiatives to Propel Digital Economy
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaDubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved a comprehensive suite of artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives aimed at accelerating the emirate’s digital transformation and reinforcing …
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BusinessStartup
DIFC Surpasses 8,000 Registered Companies, Solidifying Dubai’s Position as a Global Financial Powerhouse
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaDubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 8,000 active registered companies, underscoring its status as the leading financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and …
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BusinessInvestmentUAE
Abu Dhabi Tightens Oversight on Legal, Tax and Corporate Service Providers
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaAbu Dhabi’s regulatory framework for professional service firms is undergoing a significant overhaul with the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Registration Authority issuing fresh regulations aimed at raising licensing, governance …
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BusinessSingapore
Singapore’s links to multibillion-dollar scam ring come under scrutiny
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaSingapore is under renewed scrutiny in connection with an alleged multibillion-dollar transnational criminal operation. U.S. authorities recently imposed sanctions on , chairman of , and several associates over allegations of …
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UAE: Technological Milestones and Strategic Partnerships
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaGITEX Global 2025 Showcases Technological Innovations The 45th edition of GITEX Global, the world’s largest tech exhibition, commenced in Dubai on October 13, 2025. The event features over 6,800 tech …
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Singapore: Advancements in Technology and Innovation
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaHyundai Motor Group, NTU, and A*STAR Launch Corporate Lab Hyundai Motor Group, in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), has …
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Singapore’s Retail Sector Grows 5.2% in September, Boosted by CDC Vouchers and Tourism
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaSingapore’s retail sales saw a 5.2% year-on-year increase in September 2025, surpassing expectations. This growth was driven by the distribution of Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers and a resurgence in …
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UAE Economy Projected to Grow 4.9% in 2025, Driven by Oil and Non-Oil Sectors
by Riya Sharmaby Riya SharmaThe UAE’s economy is expected to expand by 4.9% in 2025, up from a previous forecast of 4.4%, according to the Central Bank of the UAE. This growth is attributed …