Author: Stuart

Presight, a global AI and data analytics company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HSBC UAE to work together on developing and applying advanced artificial intelligence across key financial services functions. The agreement reflects both organisations’ shared focus on responsible technology use and the role of intelligence-led tools in meeting the needs of the sector. Signed during Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW), the MoU aims to speed up the use of new AI capabilities that improve risk awareness, support operational performance and strengthen customer and business insights. The work will look at how AI can support efficiency, regulatory…

The announcement follows an additional US$1 million in funding, bringing Tabadulat’s total committed capital to US$3.3 million. Tabadulat Limited (Tabadulat), a Shariah-compliant investment platform based in the UAE, has confirmed it has received full Financial Services Permission (FSP) as a Category 3A licensed firm from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) at Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The approval allows Tabadulat to operate as the UAE’s first free Halal trading platform. The licence gives the company approval to offer regulated global halal brokerage services. It aims to provide an alternative for Muslim investors who have previously relied on unregulated platforms,…

Russia has launched the Moscow Game Hub, a full-cycle development centre aimed at supporting gaming companies from the Middle East and North Africa. The facility offers access to the Russian gaming market, modern development tools and international collaboration opportunities. The hub opened on 28 November during Moscow International Game Week. Representatives from more than 20 countries, including the Middle East, Latin America, China and CIS nations, attended. The facility supports a wide range of studios, from independent developers to established organisations, by providing infrastructure and guidance for development and market entry. Dubai, UAE, 8 December 2025: Moscow Game Hub has…

Dubai’s real estate market is shaped by a select group of influential developers. This article highlights the top 10 developers in Dubai, their impact on the market, and the importance of their reputation for investors.

Between 2016 and 2022, Abdulla N. Khoory and his team at Expo 2020 Dubai managed $100 million in social innovation funding across 76 countries. The program supported 140 social enterprises that collectively impacted over six million lives, creating 160,000 jobs, restoring 36 million hectares of land, providing medical assistance to 1.1 million people, and conserving 6.3 million liters of water. But what stands out is not just the scale, it’s how the funding was deployed. “I never see things in silos,” Khoory reflects. “When you solve for education, you solve for employment, health, and dignity. Every problem is interconnected, and…

On 30 November 2025, Dubai once again brought together visionary leaders, innovators, creators, and scientists as the Alliance Top Award 2025 announced this year’s winners. Hosted under the auspices of the Alliance Top Association, the ceremony highlighted achievements redefining excellence across four major domains: Business & Economy, Creativity & Art, Beauty & Wellbeing, and Science & Technology. Held at one of Dubai’s premier venues and attended by several hundred guests, the event showcased not only individual success stories but a broader picture of how global innovation is evolving today. A record-breaking year: 2,300+ applicants from across the globe The 2025…

42 Abu Dhabi, the capital’s pioneering coding academy, has successfully wrapped up its first-ever Techpreneur Summit, uniting students, partners, and industry leaders to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-led solutions with long-term social value. Supporting Abu Dhabi’s wider ambition to build a thriving knowledge and innovation ecosystem, the Summit served as a collaborative meeting point where learners could engage directly with investors, business leaders, and entrepreneurship organisations. Early-stage, learner-built ventures tackling real-world issues in sectors such as sustainability, healthcare, digital services, education, and community engagement were also showcased. A highlight of the programme was HACK4IMPACT, a social innovation hackathon delivered in…

A leading Shari’ah-compliant global alternative investment organisation headquartered in the UAE, Gulf Islamic Investments (GII) manages US$3.5 billion in assets and has built a strong track record of investments supporting businesses across the GCC and the wider region. Since its inception, the group has consistently focused on sectors offering long-term value and sustainable growth. Established in 2014 by co-founders Mohammed Alhassan and Pankaj Gupta, who continue to serve as co-CEOs and board members, GII promotes responsible investment and ethical finance. The group’s portfolio spans core industries including healthcare, education, technology, food production and processing, along with private credit and debt.…

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he feels a deep sense of national pride ahead of this weekend’s FIA Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where the drivers’ world title will be decided in a thrilling three-way contest in the UAE capital. Ben Sulayem reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the UAE’s continued progress as a leading global destination for motorsport, emphasising the country’s long-term investment in world-class racing infrastructure and international events. With Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri preparing for a tense final showdown at Yas Marina Circuit, Ben Sulayem says he is delighted that the…

Expereo, the global leader in managed Network as a Service (NaaS) solutions connecting people, places and things around the world, has announced that it has been officially certified as a Great Place To Work® UAE for the first time. The certification is based solely on feedback from employees regarding their experiences within the organisation. This year’s survey results revealed that 94% of employees consider Expereo a great place to work—three percentage points higher than the national benchmark. Great Place To Work® is recognised worldwide for its expertise in workplace culture, employee engagement and leadership excellence that drives performance, retention and…