Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has issued Decree No. 10, which establishes a new board of trustees for the Dubai Future Fund. This decision was made public on March 9, 2025, and marks a significant step in the governance of the fund...
Al Etihad Payments, a fully owned subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), has announced a new co-badging partnership with Visa, aimed at enhancing digital payment solutions in the UAE. This partnership introduces the ‘Jaywan-Visa’ card, which combines the benefits of both financial institutions to provide a seamless payment experience for users. The...
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has officially launched the “Expand North Star 2025” global promotional campaign in the United States. This initiative is designed to showcase Dubai as a leading hub for digital innovation and business growth, targeting investors and entrepreneurs from around the world. The campaign aims to highlight Dubai’s unique offerings in the...
Mubadala Investment Company has successfully finalized the sale of its indirect stake in Calisen, a leading provider of energy services in the United Kingdom. This transaction marks a significant move for Mubadala in its strategic investment portfolio, reflecting its commitment to restructuring its investments in the energy sector. Calisen specializes in managing energy assets and...
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Violet Ventures, recognized as the UAE’s largest student startup community based at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), successfully hosted the third edition of NYUAD Slush’D, focusing on “The Future of AI in MENA.” This event is a regional extension of Slush, the largest founder-centric gathering globally, and it attracted over 500 attendees, including...
Dubai has announced significant improvements to its 2-year employment visa process, making it more efficient and fully digital. The changes, spearheaded by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), include AI-powered renewals, expanded eligibility for the Golden Visa, and streamlined entry procedures specifically for...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the next-generation 360 Services Policy, which aims to transform customer experience by providing integrated, seamless, and proactive digital services without the need for in-person visits. This initiative marks a significant advancement in RTA’s digital transformation efforts, shifting services towards self-service models accessible through platforms such as the...
The UAE is set to install over 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by the end of 2025, a move aimed at promoting clean transportation and reducing carbon emissions. Sharif Al Olama, Under-Secretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, announced this initiative on Monday during the preliminary day of...
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) in the UAE has announced the launch of 18 services aimed at supporting business owners and domestic workers. These services are designed to facilitate various operational needs for establishments and their employees. Business owners can access a range of reports through these services. Key offerings include the...
The Qatar Computing Research Institute, part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University, successfully hosted the MenaML Winter School on Machine Learning for 2025. This event attracted 141 local and international university students, alongside specialists in the field, to participate in a six-day intensive program aimed at equipping them with essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI). Participants...