Gushcloud International has announced plans to establish its regional headquarters for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) and India in Abu Dhabi. This strategic move follows a multi-year partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) aimed at enhancing the emirate’s rapidly growing digital creator economy. The establishment of Gushcloud’s headquarters is expected to...
The United Kingdom is actively seeking to enhance business opportunities for British firms in Dubai and the wider UAE, particularly in the aviation, hospitality, and financial services sectors. Sarah Mooney, the UK trade commissioner for the Middle East and Pakistan as well as the British Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, emphasized that...
NymCard, a fintech platform that operates across more than 10 countries in the MENA region, has successfully secured $33 million in its Series B funding round. This significant investment was spearheaded by QED Investors, which marks their first major funding move in the Gulf region. Participating in this funding round were several existing investors, including...
Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, emphasized that the United Arab Emirates and the United States are working together to enhance their strategic economic partnership. This collaboration is aimed at supporting the mutual interests of both nations and strengthening their strategic relationship. During the meeting,...
Investors from the Middle East, including those from Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are in discussions with HudBay Minerals to acquire up to a 30 percent stake in the company’s flagship Copper World project located in Arizona, USA. This interest was reported by Bloomberg, citing Peter Kukielski, the CEO of HudBay Minerals. Among the potential...
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has announced the launch of the ‘World Crisis and Emergency Management Summit’ 2025, which will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) on April 8-9. This event is expected to feature the largest international participation in the summit’s history, reflecting a significant step...
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced that it is now accepting applications from UAE nationals to take part in future analog studies. This initiative is part of the UAE Analog mission, aimed at enhancing the country’s capabilities in space exploration and research. The mission will involve participants engaging in a series of...
The UAE has achieved a notable position as one of the world’s happiest countries, according to the latest annual survey evaluating life satisfaction. In the 2025 World Happiness Report, the Emirates secured the 21st spot, outperforming nations like the UK (23rd), the US (24th), and France (33rd). For the eighth consecutive year, Finland is recognized...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to host the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a prominent US-based organization. This partnership aims to advance research and innovation in the fields of energy and technology. The MoU was announced on March 20, 2025, and highlights the commitment of Khalifa...
The Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation has reported that the Arab region’s GDP grew by 1.8% last year, reaching over $3.5 trillion. This growth comes despite ongoing wars and conflicts in the region, particularly the recent violent conflict in Gaza and other neighboring countries. While some economic indicators reflect positive progress, rising unemployment...