Kuwait is preparing to host the 2nd Digital Transformation Kuwait Oil & Gas Conference on 8–9 September 2025. This event, along with the inaugural Asset Integrity and Process Safety Kuwait Conference on 10–11 September 2025, is organized under the patronage of His Excellency Tariq Suleiman Al-Roumi, the Minister of Oil, and His Excellency Sheikh Dr....
The UAE has been ranked first in the Arab world in a new AI Maturity Index, which evaluates countries’ readiness for artificial intelligence. This finding comes from the latest report by the online learning platform Coursera. The 2025 Global Skills Report highlights several factors that contributed to the UAE’s top ranking, including the announcement of...
The Financial Services Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has announced the immediate implementation of amendments to its regulatory framework for digital assets. This decision follows extensive industry engagement and feedback on Consultation Paper No. 11 of 2024. The key focus of the amendments is on revising the process for accepting Virtual Assets...
The European Union announced on Tuesday that it has removed the United Arab Emirates from its money-laundering “high-risk” list. This decision reflects the EU’s assessment of the UAE’s efforts to strengthen its financial controls against illicit activities. In addition to the UAE’s removal, the European Commission indicated that it has added Monaco to the list...
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) recently completed its participation in Readmagine 2025, a prominent European platform focused on innovation in the publishing industry. During this international event, SBA hosted a session titled “Empowering Emirati publishers through the Sharjah Publishing Sustainability Fund (Onshur).” The session featured Iman Ben Chaibah, the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Global...
Etihad Airways has announced the debut of the Airbus A350-1000 on its Sydney-Abu Dhabi route, set to begin on October 1, 2025. This introduction aims to provide travelers with enhanced luxury, innovation, and next-level comfort. The airline’s move is designed to significantly improve the in-flight experience for passengers flying between Sydney and the UAE, offering...
On June 10, 2025, Saudi Arabia announced the resumption of Umrah visa applications for international pilgrims. This decision followed the successful conclusion of Hajj 2025, which was noted for its effective management. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah indicated that the first group of international pilgrims is set to arrive in Mecca and Medina as...
The Sharjah Award for Voluntary Work has introduced the “Environment Heroes” competition aimed at children aged 7 to 12. This initiative encourages young participants to present creative ideas highlighting the importance of volunteering in environmental protection. Participants must reside within the UAE and are required to submit a high-quality video suitable for social media platforms....
Dubai Airports is introducing a special summer discount on parking rates for travelers in the UAE, effective from June 10th to June 30th. This initiative aims to provide a more affordable and seamless travel experience as the summer holiday season begins, enabling passengers to save on long-term parking and enjoy their vacations without the burden...
PRYPCO Mint has announced the launch of its second tokenised property, building on the success of its inaugural listing that was fully funded in under 24 hours. This new property will go live on 11 June 2025, reinforcing investor confidence in fractional property ownership and enhancing Dubai’s reputation as a leader in real estate innovation...