Saudi Arabia is making significant strides in the gaming industry, particularly with Steer Studios, a company under the Savvy Games Group investment arm established in 2022. The nation is set to host the Esports World Cup next month, which is the largest gaming tournament globally, boasting an impressive prize pool of $70 million. This event...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi has announced a partnership with Abbott aimed at localising the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and enhancing digital health solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step toward advancing healthcare within the region. The focus of the partnership will be to localise existing pharmaceutical products and to explore the development of...
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conveyed his congratulations to Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg in celebration of the country’s National Day. Alongside President Sheikh Mohamed, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, as well as His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin...
Dubai Chambers’ President and CEO has been elected as a member of the Executive Board of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). This esteemed organization represents a vast network of 45 million businesses across more than 100 countries, which highlights the significant role that Dubai Chambers will play in global commerce. The election was announced...
Saudi Arabia-based utility developer ACWA Power is making significant strides in Uzbekistan’s green energy market. Since its initial investment in 2020, which included a 1 500-MW plant in the historic Silk Road city of Bukhara, the company has committed over $15 billion towards various projects across the country. ACWA Power plans to invest an additional...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has made a significant advancement in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026, climbing 110 places to reach a global position of 391. This achievement highlights ADU’s ongoing commitment to delivering competitive academic programs and innovative research, establishing its status as a leading institution in higher education. Regionally, ADU now...
Dubai is set to undergo significant transformations by 2040, with ambitious plans that will reshape the city’s infrastructure and urban landscape. The Supreme Committee for Urban Planning has outlined these goals, which include a projected population growth to 7.8 million, surpassing Sydney, Australia, in the process. A major highlight of the plans is the expansion...
A recent analysis by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce has shown that Indian-owned businesses topped the list of new company registrations during the first quarter of 2025. This report highlights the growing influence of Indian entrepreneurs within the Dubai business landscape, signaling strong ties between the two economies. The Dubai Chamber, one of three chambers...
Wealthbrix Capital Partners Limited has officially entered the market as an independent wealth management firm based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The firm announced its launch today, backed by an eight-figure investment aimed at enhancing wealth management services in the region. The newly established firm boasts an experienced board that is committed to...
Traveling to the United States has long been a dream for many around the world. For UAE nationals and residents, this journey now requires additional planning and formality due to the B2 tourist visa requirement. This change affects anyone from the UAE intending to visit the U.S. for leisure, underscoring significant implications for both individual...