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As the UAE continues to expand its technological landscape, many companies are grappling with a notable shortage of talent in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and machine learning. According to recent insights, approximately 80% of businesses in the region intend to either maintain or increase their hiring rates in the latter half of 2026. However,...
Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are exploring avenues to strengthen their trade and investment relations, as highlighted in a recent meeting between HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Qatar’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, and HE Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi, the UAE Ambassador to Qatar. This dialogue aims to identify...
The Gamechangers Middle East,’ a reality series focused on startup investment, has seen an impressive influx of 1,500 applications from aspiring founders just before its application deadline. This significant interest highlights the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit in the UAE, as well as across the broader Middle East, India, Singapore, and beyond. The series, which aims to...
The ninth edition of the Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2026) is set to take place in October, showcasing a critical dialogue on how adaptive economies can navigate the fast-paced changes in geopolitics, technology, and the global economy. This premier event will convene a diverse array of stakeholders, including policymakers, business leaders, and investment experts from...
A Dubai-based entrepreneur has shared his remarkable journey from a humble $1,000 investment to building two successful businesses, highlighting the importance of financial discipline and strategic thinking. Growing up, he learned how to navigate financial challenges wisely, a skill that became the cornerstone of his entrepreneurial success. By leveraging the vibrant market opportunities in the...
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July 2, 2026: Cloud Box Technologies, a leading systems integrator and IT services specialist in the Middle East, announces a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with multiple universities in the UAE to establish AI Lab, an advanced AI-focused Centre of Excellence (CoE). The partnerships mark a significant and unique approach towards advancing AI adoption across the region. It combines applied learning, industry-led delivery, and integrated innovation...
The joint venture (JV) targets high-growth markets across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and North America with paper-based alternatives to single-use plastics. Dubai, UAE – June 18, 2026: Hotpack, a UAE-headquartered global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, has announced a joint venture (JV) with HZ Corporation, a Malaysia-based manufacturer specialising in paper-based...
– Anniversary celebrations highlight the Group’s 20-year journey of entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategic expansion across multiple industries. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – June 16, 2026: Trus Holding Group, a dynamic and rapidly growing multinational conglomerate, has inaugurated its new corporate office at Garhoud Business Center in Dubai. The state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone in...
Growing a business in the UAE no longer requires endless searches for contractors or relying on word-of-mouth recommendations. The Business Market is a new section on the UPPERSETUP platform that brings together verified partners helping entrepreneurs handle essential business tasks quickly and confidently. Inside the Business Market The catalog already features companies offering a wide...
Businesses from Saudi Arabia and Morocco are considering the establishment of a joint investment fund aimed at financing projects in both countries. A delegation of 30 prominent Saudi companies met with their Moroccan counterparts in Rabat this week to discuss this proposal. The Saudi delegation’s visit coincided with Morocco’s extensive preparations for co-hosting the 2030...