Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund announces $933m in deals and funds to boost the Kingdom’s cultural economy
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Abu Dhabi
Zayed National Museum adopts Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme
Becomes the first cultural institution in the Middle East to adopt the programme; Reveals a range of accessibility and linguistic initiatives
Arab film industry
Saudi Arabia unveils $180m fashion and film funds
Saudi Arabia has launched $180m investment funds for fashion and film, supporting growth in creative industries and advancing Vision 2030 cultural goals
Cultural and creative industries
Saudi Arabia invests $21.6bn in culture, jobs to triple
Saudi Arabia has invested $21.6bn in cultural projects under Vision 2030, with ministers expecting job opportunities in the sector to triple
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UAE launches $1m AI Film Award with 1 Billion Followers Summit and Google Gemini
UAE launches $1m AI Film Award with 1 Billion Followers Summit and Google Gemini, inviting global creators to submit AI-driven films ahead of January 2026
Dubai Opera
WICKED musical to premiere in Dubai in January 2026
Broadway smash-hit WICKED makes its Dubai debut at Dubai Opera from January 28 February 15, 2026
1 Billion Followers
Dubai to host $1m AI film prize at 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026
Dubai to host 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026, launching world’s largest $1m AI film prize and $13.6m fund for creators
Abu Dhabi Film
Dune part 3 to film in Abu Dhabi desert
Abu Dhabi’s Liwa desert will return as Arrakis in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Three, with filming set to begin later this year
Saadiyat Cultural District
Zayed National Museum announces Abu Dhabi opening
The Zayed National Museum will honour the Founding Father of the United Arab Emirates, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and his commitment to education, identity and belonging
art investment
Art as an asset: How Middle East investors are redefining the global market
As traditional assets face volatility, the region’s collectors and institutions are turning to art as both cultural expression and financial portfolio diversification
Brand View
NAAM Creations is sculpting the future of art in the GCC
Through skilled craftsmanship and a focus on collaboration, Dubai-based NAAM Creations is helping shape the region’s cultural and architectural landscape.
comic books
Certified Collectibles Group opens Dubai office as comics, trading cards and autographs grow as alternative investment category
Certified Collectibles Group opens Dubai office in DIFC, offering expert grading and authentication for coins, comics and trading cards
creative industry
Dubai approves new ‘Dubai Orchestra’ project to boost cultural presence
The project marks a chapter in Dubai’s creative landscape and is set to stimulate the arts sector and drive economic growth through its cultural, social, and economic impact
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10 business secrets of the celebrity billionaires: What Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian and Paul McCartney can teach every entrepreneur
These celebrity billionaires turned fame into billion-dollar businesses. From Taylor Swift’s IP strategy to Jay-Z’s ownership playbook, here’s what professionals at every level can learn about leverage, execution and long-term growth
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Cristiano Ronaldo named ambassador for $78m prize-pot Esports World Cup 2025 in Saudi Arabia
Cristiano Ronaldo named global ambassador for the Esports World Cup 2025 in Saudi Arabia, featuring over 2,000 pro players, 25 tournaments, and $70m prize pool
Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport
UAE holiday dates; Dubai Metro Blue Line guide; Al Maktoum International Airport real estate boost – 10 things you missed this week
UAE holiday dates, Dubai Metro Blue Line guide, Al Maktoum International Airport sparks real estate boom, Ajman and Abu Dhabi real estate laws
Dubai real estate
10 Hollywood quotes every Dubai real estate investor should live by in 2025
What The Godfather, Dirty Harry and Wall Street can teach you about building success in the Dubai property market