Grand Hyatt Dubai has confirmed that the Grand Hyatt Dubai Waterpark is now open to the public. The opening marks a notable point in the hotel’s 22-year history and supports its position as a major urban resort. The waterpark covers 20,000 sqm within the hotel’s 37-acre estate in central Dubai, close to Downtown. It has been developed as a space for leisure and recreation where guests can relax, explore, or take part in water attractions. The public opening comes ahead of UAE school holidays and the festive period, when family travel activity increases. Entry is priced at AED 375 for…
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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…
Jeddah has hosted a key international event with the announcement of the winners of the third edition of the Global Prize for Innovation in Water. The announcement took place during the opening ceremony of the fourth Innovation Driven Water Sustainability Conference (IDWS2025), marking the conclusion of a competitive year that attracted wide interest from the global water sector. During the ceremony, 14 winners were named. Their solutions met the criteria set by the international judging panel. With total prize funding of 10 million dollars, the award recognises work that advances research into practical water technologies. The two Grand Prizes were…
Dubai Investments, through its real estate subsidiary Dubai Investment Real Estate (DIR), has announced Al Vista, a mixed-use project valued at AED 1.3 billion in Meydan Horizon. The development has been planned to integrate residential, commercial and retail spaces within a single masterplan to form a connected urban community. Al Vista includes two towers: a 39-storey residential tower with 312 apartments, and a 19-storey commercial tower. The residential tower consists of 198 one-bedroom units, 98 two-bedroom units and 16 three-bedroom units. All three-bedroom units include private jacuzzis and lagoon views. The commercial tower offers 120,000 sq. ft. of shell-and-core office…
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,…
A temporary open-access beach club from Joe & the Juice and Deliveroo will operate at Kite Beach on 13 and 14 December, offering beach activities for visitors. Joe & the Juice, known for its health-focused juices and coffee, has partnered with Deliveroo to host a two-day pop-up Beach Club at Kite Beach next weekend. The public event will run under the theme: Catch feels, catch waves, catch Joe on Deliveroo. The Beach Club will welcome visitors between 9am and 6pm on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 December. Activities will include kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, a surfboard balance challenge and the Nordic…
Park Regis Kris Kin Hotel Dubai has continued its annual tradition of community engagement by visiting the Al Noor Training Centre for People of Determination. The visit reflects the hotel’s commitment to inclusion, care and social responsibility. Leaders from across the hotel took part in a two-hour volunteer session with students at the centre. The day began with a welcome from the Al Noor team and a guided tour, giving participants a clearer understanding of the centre’s work and its impact. The visit also included a sports programme featuring bowling, target throwing, tennis and table tennis. The session ended with…
The UAE real estate market remains one of the country’s strongest sectors and continues to play a central role in economic growth. Demand from both domestic and international buyers has remained steady, supported by government planning, major infrastructure development and continued foreign investment. The market was valued at AED 302.65 billion in 2024 and is forecast to grow to AED 486.2 billion by 2030, according to analysis from Research and Markets¹. This reflects an estimated CAGR of 8.06%. Growth is being driven in part by rising demand and the use of new technology including AI, blockchain, Virtual Reality (VR) and…
The Myriad, an award-winning student accommodation brand, is expanding its presence across Saudi Arabia. The brand is represented in the Kingdom by Dedicated Housing Company (DHC), a SAR 2 billion joint venture that supports student and professional co-living. The partnership includes Sumou Global Investment, Majd Investment and Strategic Housing Group. DHC is now reviewing land opportunities in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province to meet rising demand from students in higher education. As part of the expansion, The Myriad is reviewing sites between 20,000 and 50,000 square metres to build new communities close to major universities and public transport links.…
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…