Scheduled for completion in Q4 2026, the port is projected to generate more than $1.3bn in revenue for ADNOC L&S over the first 27 years
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Israel, Hamas agree first phase of Gaza ceasefire
The truce follows months of negotiations mediated by Egypt, the US and Qatar
Artificial intelligence
US okays licenses to Nvidia to export chips to the UAE
The Bureau of Industry and Security issue the licenses under the terms of a bilateral AI agreement in May when President Trump visited the UAE
content creators
UAE SCA reports 1,100% rise in financial influencer accreditation applications
This increase follows the introduction of a regulatory framework designed to formalise the role of financial content creators in the UAE’s investment landscape
crypto
Dubai crypto watchdog fines 19 unlicensed firms up to $163,000
Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority fined 19 firms up to $163,000 for unlicensed operations and marketing rule breaches
Expo City Dubai
Dubai to host GITEX GLOBAL 2026 at Expo City
Dubai tech show GITEX GLOBAL 2026 will relocate to Expo City Dubai, introducing a new ‘TechCation’ experience blending tech and tourism
Etihad Rail
Etihad Rail passenger service on track for 2026 launch after Dubai–Fujairah test
Etihad Rail passenger service completes Dubai–Fujairah test run ahead of its 2026 launch, connecting 11 UAE cities and transforming mobility
DIFC
Dubai’s DEWS savings scheme surpasses $1bn milestone
Dubai DEWS savings plan, managed by DIFC, has exceeded $1bn in assets, benefitting 74,000 employees and advancing long-term economic goals
ADNOC
ADNOC announces $43bn dividend target through 2030
ADNOC will distribute $43bn in dividends across six listed firms by 2030, reinforcing investor confidence and UAE economic growth
archer aviation
Abu Dhabi to host UAE’s first hospital vertiport for flying ambulances
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and Archer Aviation will build the UAE’s first hospital vertiport, enabling fast eVTOL flights for patients
heathrow
Riyadh Air to begin daily London Heathrow flights from October 26
Riyadh Air will begin daily flights to London Heathrow on October 26, 2025, and launch ‘Sfeer’, a new loyalty program offering early benefits for members
Bahrain economy
Bahrain non-oil economy grows 3.5% as GDP rises in Q2 2025
Bahrain GDP grew 2.5 per cent in Q2 2025, led by 3.5 per cent non-oil growth and strong gains in professional, retail, and real estate
GACA
Saudia tops GACA airline ranking for handling passenger complaints
Saudia ranked first in GACA’s index for handling passenger complaints, achieving a 98 per cent resolution ahead of Flynas and Flyadeal
Branded residences
MENA outpaces global demand for branded living as Dubai cements global lead
According to new data by Global Branded Residences (GBR), the surge marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of branded residences
Arabic
Google AI search now speaks Arabic as Gemini expansion reaches 200 countries
Google Gemini AI Mode now supports Arabic as part of a global expansion to 200 countries, bringing culturally aware search to MENA users
Blockchain
Dubai to tokenise gold and diamonds under DMCC–VARA partnership
Dubai launches pilot projects to tokenise gold and diamonds under a new DMCC–VARA partnership, advancing the city’s blockchain-driven future
Better Homes
Dubai Islands hits $1.6bn in H1 sales as investors flock to new waterfront hub
Dubai Islands posts $1.66bn in property sales in H1 2025, confirming its rise as Nakheel’s next global waterfront hub