Luis Felipe Fernández-Salvador y Campodonico, Sixth Marquis of Lises (Spain), reimagines nature’s future through sovereign-level economic innovation
Stories by Suha Sabith
Airport infrastructure
EXCLUSIVE: Syria plans $31m passenger hub in aviation rebuild
Governance reform, airspace redesign and a major Damascus airport expansion that will lift capacity from 1.2 million to 31 million passengers anchor Syria’s five-year plan to rebuild its aviation sector
Capital of Capital: Abu Dhabi sets the stage for ADFW 2025
ADFW 2025, ADGM’s flagship event convening leaders to drive innovation, capital flows, regulatory dialogue, and future-focused partnerships
How is AI transforming the financial future of the digital generation?
Fernando Morillo, Group Head of Retail Banking, Mashreq talks about the future of AI in finance
Nestlé Professional brings the Starbucks® beverages to hotels and offices across MENA
Already adopted by numerous leading organisations across the MENA region, the programme is redefining how businesses approach their coffee offerings.
AB Majlis podcast: Inside Binance Blockchain Week with Kim Murphy
Kim Murphy, Head of Global Event Marketing at Binance, shares how the company is redefining Web3 gatherings and why Dubai has become the epicentre of its global blockchain vision
Citi Developers unveils the world’s first integrative wellness resort – AMRA
The three-tower resort, comprising 820 residences, marks a significant milestone for Citi Developers.
The next global boom is South-South and the UAE is driving it
Karim Noujaim, Co-Founder and CEO of SkyKapital, talks about a new era of South–South investment and global growth dynamics.
How ZEGNA’s FW25 suit revives a hidden chapter of Italian tailoring
The launch is accompanied by a Torino-shot campaign starring Mads Mikkelsen, highlighting the brand’s understated interpretation of Italian elegance
Elite Group Holding and Jetour UAE celebrate the global launch of the all-new Jetour G700 at Bab Al Shams Arena, Dubai
The Jetour G700 is engineered as a powerful, all-terrain, premium off-road SUV, delivering 904 Ps and 1135 Nm of torque.
TCL raises the bar for smart, sustainable HVAC at Big 5
Christina Choi, Director of Air-con Product Operation Department of TCL MEABG, talks about how the company’s advanced energy-saving VRF systems, IoT-driven control platforms and rugged, Middle East–ready designs are redefining modern climate management.
Strataphy raises $6 million to cool the AI infrastructure revolution
Strataphy’s solution is built around its proprietary PrimeLoop™ subsurface technology
Bayut champions wellness and community spirit with first-of-its-kind TruBroker™ 5K Run at Dubai Autodrome
The run was orchestrated to be in line with the Dubai Fitness Challenge’s 30×30 challenge
ADFW 2025 to welcome leaders managing capital equal to more than half of global GDP
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the event will showcase major announcements and senior speakers shaping the future of global finance.
Mondrian Al Marjan Island Beach Residences elevates the future of branded living in Ras Al Khaimah
Featuring 343 residences across three collections The Residences, The Front Row Collection, and The Sky Collection, the development combines design ambition with five-star hospitality performance.
DEEPAL launches new G318 in the UAE, signalling next phase of smart mobility growth
The G318 underscores Changan’s ambition to shape the region’s fast-evolving future of sustainable, high-performance mobility.
Payments emerge as the hidden engine driving customer experience innovation as per Worldpay
From digital subscriptions to insurance and government services, seamless, secure and flexible payment journeys are proving essential to boosting loyalty, trust and long-term growth.
Mastercard’s Gaurang Shah and Selin Bahadirli talk Merchant Cloud and the future of AI-Driven commerce
Gaurang Shah and Selin Bahadirli discuss the launch of Merchant Cloud, a new platform designed to simplify global payments, enhance security, and harness the power of artificial intelligence to reshape the future of digital commerce.
JetBrains and DMCC AI Centre forge strategic partnership to drive responsible AI innovation in Dubai
The collaboration combines global software expertise with Dubai’s innovation ecosystem to advance AI adoption across industries
GF reinforces regional commitment at Big 5 Global 2025 in Dubai
Swiss engineering brand strengthens its footprint across the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye amid surging infrastructure and sustainability investments.
Jorn Lambert, Chief Product Officer, Mastercard, discusses the rise of agentic commerce and the future of AI-driven payments
Jorn Lambert explained how Mastercard’s new Agent Pay framework ensures trust, transparency, and safety, enabling consumers and businesses to embrace AI-driven commerce with confidence and security.
Global Airports Forum 2025 to spotlight airport innovation with over 50 new exhibitors
Saudia, Amadeus, and SolitAir among prominent new participants as technology reshapes airport experiences
Mastercard’s Ling Hai discusses economic shifts, financial inclusion, and the future of payments
President of Mastercard for the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa (APEMEA), Ling Hai, on shifting consumer behaviour, Mastercard’s progress in financial inclusion, and how technologies like AI and tokenisation are shaping a safer, smarter, and more connected payments future.
OMNIYAT celebrates 20 years of visionary design
From iconic landmarks like The Opus and One at Palm Jumeirah to upcoming masterpieces such as AVA, the developer continues to set global benchmarks, blending art, hospitality, and elevated lifestyle experiences.
Deluxe Holiday Homes wins top honour at World Travel Awards 2025 as Dubai’s smart governance fuels holiday-home growth
The accolade comes as Dubai’s evolving smart-governance framework for holiday homes continues to enhance transparency, investor confidence, and long-term growth across the city’s hospitality sector.
AB Majlis
AB Majlis podcast: Hasan Fardan Al Fardan talks about innovation and carrying on the legacy of the brand
Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO of Al Fardan Exchange, shares insights into the family business’s evolution from the UAE’s pearl trade roots to a global remittance leader
Congress ACI 2025: Abu Dhabi hosts landmark gathering for the Arab world’s creative future
Attendance more than doubled compared to the previous year, underscoring the growing influence and interest of the region’s youth in the future of cultural and creative industries.
ADIPEC 2025 to drive global energy progress via strategic conversations
With 205,000 attendees expected from 172 countries, ADIPEC 2025 reaffirms Abu Dhabi’s leadership in driving collaboration, innovation and resilience across the global energy value chain.
Dubai
Dubai retail rebounds while warehouses lead with 60% surge
Dubai’s warehouse sector remained a standout performer in H1 2025, supported by surging demand from both new entrants and existing tenants.
Zayed Charity Run unites thousands in Rio as Emiratis dominate podium and spread humanitarian impact
The Zayed Charity Run made its South American debut in Rio de Janeiro with over 3,000 participants, including 200 from the UAE.
King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language wraps up groundbreaking innovation accelerator for Arabic tech startups
Since its launch in January 2025, the program has helped transform over a dozen innovative ideas into scalable projects, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s role in Arabic language tech and digital entrepreneurship.
Dubai
Ellington Properties signs AED1 billion construction deal with China Railway for Uptown Dubai project
The partnership marks a major milestone for the project, which aims to deliver world-class design, premium amenities, and vibrant retail offerings in one of the city’s most sought-after districts
ASB Capital surpasses $5.7 billion AUM, underscoring the rapid growth of the regional asset management sector
ASB Capital’s core investment strategy is built around a multi-asset framework that encompasses a comprehensive range of public market strategies
DHG adds to Dubai skyline with three developments under the Helvetia brand
In an interview with Arabian Business, Blagoje Antic, Founder and CEO of DHG, shares how the company is blending Swiss quality with Dubai’s bold vision through its Helvetia-branded developments.
Devmark and IQUNA Properties unveil Avida Residences on Dubai Islands
Avida Residences is located ten minutes from Dubai International Airport, fourteen minutes from Dubai Mall.
Taste of Giving unites F&B sector once again to serve school meals with purpose
Taste of Giving campaign is running from 16 October to 16 November 2025.
Oracle and AMD deepen collaboration to deliver next‑generation AI scale
The expanded partnership is said to deliver the first publicly available AI supercluster powered by 50,000 AMD Instinct MI450 GPUs on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, starting Q3 2026.
Sama X makes GITEX debut with expanded Starlink-powered connectivity solutions
Sama X made its debut at GITEX Global, unveiling its advanced Starlink-powered connectivity solutions tailored for enterprise, government, and maritime users.
AWS accelerates cloud and AI growth in the Middle East with strategic partnerships, skills development and cultural Investments
Arabian Business caught up with Tanuja Randery, Managing Director and VP, Amazon Web Services, EMEA at GITEX Global 2025.
Andrew Hanna from ZainTECH explains the need for resilience in tech and not chasing trends
At GITEX 2025, Andrew Hanna, CEO of ZainTECH, laid out the company’s approach to innovation, partnerships and resilience, emphasising value over buzzwords in an era of rapid digital transformation across the Middle East and North Africa.
Artificial intelligence
‘Appetite here is unmatched’: NVIDIA bets on UAE and Saudi as Gulf’s AI data centre boom accelerates
Chipmaker hails the Gulf’s “unmatched” drive to lead the AI era, with the UAE and Saudi Arabia emerging as NVIDIA’s top growth markets amid a surge in sovereign AI and data-centre investment
Brand View
Prakriti Singh talks about the future of payments being driven by AI, personalisation and trust
As Mastercard gears up to host the fourth edition of EDGE – its flagship payments forum for Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EEMEA), Prakriti Singh, Executive Vice President of Core Payments, shares a glimpse into the evolving world of payments
Brand View
Building the future of payments in MEA
With a footprint across more than 50 countries, Network International is leading the digital payments evolution in the Middle East and Africa by building merchant ecosystems tailored for scale, simplicity, and sustainable growth
OMNIYAT launches LUMENA ALTA as the developer celebrates 20 years of iconic designs
As part of OMNIYAT’s growing portfolio of residential, commercial, and hospitality developments, LUMENA ALTA will deliver five-star service as standard.
Global Airports Forum 2025 opens registration amid industry recognition and expansion
The upcoming edition will bring together over 10,000 industry professionals and more than 300 global companies under one roof.
Ajman Bank
Mustafa Al Khalfawi outlines Ajman Bank’s bold new digital vision
Ajman Bank CEO Mustafa Al Khalfawi talks about a bold digital vision powered by AI, Sharia-compliant innovation, and customer-centric design
150 Arab List: Meet the Leader – Hasan Fardan Al Fardan: Building on Family Legacy to Define The Future of Finance
Ranked 18th on Arabian Business’ Top 150 Most Influential Arabs list, Hasan Fardan Al Fardan stands as one of MENA’s most formidable pioneers.
Ken Moore from Mastercard talks about how AI Agents Are rewriting the future of commerce
At the Futurists X Summit in Dubai, Mastercard’s Chief Innovation Officer explains how AI, digital identity, and global interoperability are reshaping the way we buy, sell, and interact – with trust and automation at the core.
Zaid S. Al Khayyat on 60 years of BinSina Pharmacy and the future of AKI
Zaid S. Al Khayyat, Managing Director of Al Khayyat Investments (AKI) and ranked 11th on the 150 Arab List.
Hussam Baghdadi talks about shaping the future of mobility
Hussam Baghdadi, Chief Operating Officer at Arabian Automobiles Company (AAC) on Flexibility, AI, and the Road Ahead.
