From Lusail to Muscat, new future-focused urban districts are attracting international capital and opening fresh business opportunities A new wave of modern cities is redefining the Gulf’s economic landscape, positioning the region as one of the most appealing destinations for global investment. New analysis from Sovereign PPG – the GCC’s leading provider of corporate structuring and business establishment services – highlights how next-generation cities including Lusail and Muscat are drawing international investors, unlocking diversification opportunities, and reshaping the Gulf’s influence within the global economy. In 2023, the GCC recorded 1,889 foreign direct investment projects worth a combined $47 billion, spanning…
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Smart and Autonomous Vehicle Industries (SAVI) cluster’s flagship gathering to spotlight future-focused technologies across air, land, sea and robotics during the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is set to host the second edition of DRIFTx, the emirate’s leading international event dedicated to next-generation smart and autonomous mobility, from 10 to 12 November 2025. Taking place as part of the first Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week (ADAW), organised by the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC), DRIFTx will bring together global mobility innovators, technology developers, regulators and investors to explore advancements across air, land, sea and…
Dubai Investments, a diversified investment company with a 30-year operational legacy and listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), has commenced construction of a second production line at Emirates Float Glass (EFG), its wholly owned subsidiary located within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). The launch ceremony was attended by Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Investments, and Mohammed Ghareeb, Chief Experience Officer at KEZAD Group, alongside senior representatives from Dubai Investments, government bodies, and project partners responsible for core technologies, civil works and contract management, demonstrating a collaborative approach to the expansion. Khalid Bin Kalban, Vice…
Customers will gain direct access to noon Minutes via the Jahez app, while Jahez food delivery services will be available through the noon app The collaboration combines noon’s quick-commerce capabilities with Jahez’s network of more than 50,000 restaurants to offer faster delivery and greater choice nationwide Jahez International Company for Information System Technology (“Jahez”, or the “Group”, 6017 on the Saudi Exchange’s TASI – Main Market), a leading provider of on-demand service ecosystems in the GCC, and noon, one of the Middle East’s most prominent digital platforms and among the Kingdom’s fastest-growing quick-commerce operators, have announced a major strategic partnership…
Eighth edition partners with Plug and Play Tech Center and records participation of more than 10,000 students Challenge supports student-led solutions to global issues in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals Top student teams awarded seed funding, mentorship, and the opportunity to further develop their ventures GEMS Education has announced the winners of the 2025 Global Innovation Challenge (GIC) and Plug and Play Tech Center Incubator, recognising a new wave of student innovators. Now in its eighth year, the challenge saw participation exceed 10,000 students, with over 1,500 shortlisted to take part in two final showcase events. The Global…
H.E. Eng. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori stated: “We are committed to expanding trade and investment relations with the United States, one of Dubai’s most significant economic partners.” The forum will highlight Dubai’s role in enabling U.S. and international companies to expand in the emirate and benefit from opportunities aligned with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). Discussions will explore the reasons behind increasing investor confidence from the U.S., showcasing how Dubai’s diversified economy, advanced infrastructure, and business-friendly ecosystem continue to draw global investment. Dubai Chambers has revealed the agenda for the upcoming Dubai Business Forum – USA, which will take…
Final men’s and women’s professional fields confirmed for the Pro Dubai T100 Dubai, UAE: The Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and World Triathlon have officially announced the complete men’s and women’s professional line-ups for the Pro Dubai T100, taking place on Saturday 15 November. The event marks the penultimate round of the 2025 T100 Triathlon World Tour, ahead of the World Championship Final in Qatar this December. New Zealand’s Hayden Wilde arrives in Dubai with a flawless record in this year’s series, having claimed victories in Singapore, London, the French Riviera, Spain, and Wollongong. His run of success has placed him…
Dubai Culture encourages balanced living through a programme of 26 workshops aimed at nurturing healthier daily habits. Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is reintroducing its School of Life initiative this November, themed around ‘Health and Sports.’ This edition offers a curated selection of workshops designed to support well-being and promote a harmonious connection between physical health, emotional wellbeing, and personal creativity, reflecting Dubai’s broader Quality of Life Strategy. Across the month, the School of Life programme will deliver 26 sessions at Dubai Public Libraries, providing community members with opportunities to explore mindfulness techniques, practise focused breathing, learn about…
Lanuuk, the British modest-fashion label recognised for redefining contemporary swimwear, has announced the release of its debut Resort Collection. The launch marks a natural progression of the brand’s design approach, which prioritises refined style, ease of wear and adaptable elegance. The Resort Collection 2025 evolves Lanuuk’s established reputation for inclusive, modern swimwear by extending its signature look into resort-ready clothing and accessories for the stylish traveller. The curated capsule features timeless, effortless silhouettes including a knot-detail kaftan, a wrap sarong skirt, and a relaxed beach co-ord set, all created to pair seamlessly with Lanuuk’s swimwear range and elevate every holiday…
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a global leader in cyber security, together with Lakera, a leading AI-native security platform for Agentic AI applications, and researchers from The UK AI Security Institute (AISI), have announced the launch of the backbone breaker benchmark (b3). This open-source framework is designed specifically to evaluate the security of large language models (LLMs) used within AI agent systems. The b3 benchmark is based on a new concept known as threat snapshots. Rather than requiring the recreation of an AI agent’s full operational workflow, threat snapshots focus on the precise interaction points where vulnerabilities in…