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Empower posts Dhs2.27bn in nine-month revenue

UAE’s Empower posts Dhs2.27bn in nine-month revenue

The cooling firm reported a net profit of Dhs685m during the period under review and paid a cash dividend of Dhs425m for the first half of 2023

DFSA fines FFA Private Bank $370,000 over system failures

DFSA hits FFA Private Bank with $370,000 fine over system failures

The financial watchdog said the fine follows and is connected to the prohibition that was imposed on the lender in May 2021

Sheikh Hamdan launches ‘Dubai Program for Gaming 2033’

Sheikh Hamdan launches ‘Dubai Program for Gaming 2033’

The initiative is aimed at significantly increasing the gaming sector’s contribution to the growth of Dubai’s digital economy

Samah Ahmed of AIX Consultancy on how AIX is helping investors tap Dubai's vast opportunities

How AIX Consultancy is helping investors tap Dubai’s vast opportunities

From visa applications to licence renewals, AIX Consultancy offers a comprehensive suite of services that allow clients to focus on their core operations

DIEZ unveils Dhs500m venture fund to finance tech startups

DIEZ launches Dhs500m venture fund to finance tech startups

The fund will play a pivotal role in supporting startups, starting from the pre-seed stage, and extending to the Series B investment stage

TECOM Group announces Q3 2023 results Image Tecom

TECOM Group announces Q3 ’23 results, reports 34% rise in net profit

The group’s Q3 earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation rose by 13 per cent YoY to Dhs410m

Flydubai touches down in Poznan (Image: Supplied by flydubai)

Flydubai adds Cairo and Poznan to network

It now operates a daily service to Cairo’s Sphinx International and thrice-weekly flights to Poznan

Air Canada Boeing B787-9 Dreamliner

Air Canada inaugurates first-ever non-stop service between Dubai and Vancouver

The new service between Dubai and Vancouver will be operated with a Boeing 787-9 aircraft, and will accommodate 298 passengers

World Cities Culture Summit 2024 to be hosted by Dubai Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai to host, organise World Cities Culture Summit 2024

Over the last decade, the World Cities Culture Forum network has grown to 40 global cities spanning six continents, collectively representing 172 million people

Tarahum for Gaza even held in Dubai on Oct 30 Image Dubai Media Office/ WAM

Tarahum for Gaza campaign holds event at Dubai Festival City on Oct 29

The community event saw volunteers, including citizens and residents of all ages and nationalities, volunteer their time to prepare food and relief kits

Haven by aldar announced in Dubai

Here’s what Haven, Aldar’s first residential community in Dubai, will offer

 Construction of the first phase of Haven by Aldar is due to begin in Q2 2024, with handovers expected in Q3 2027

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Dubai private schools record highest-ever enrollment in 2023-24 academic year

The total number of students attending private schools in the emirate is now more than 365,000

UAE among the top 5 countries to deliver highest room revenue in 2023 YTD, says Global Hotel Alliance Image Supplied

UAE among the top 5 countries to deliver highest room revenue in 2023 YTD: Global Hotel Alliance

The top three countries driving 2023 room revenue gains YTD are Spain, Thailand and Italy, with Singapore and the UAE coming in a close fourth and fifth

Ride-hailing firm Yango sets up global office in Dubai

Yango sets up global office in Dubai

The global office will serve as a centre of excellence for the company’s operations in more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond

NH Collection Dubai The Palm introduces vegan-friendly rooms (Image: Supplied by Minor Hotels)

NH Collection Dubai The Palm unveils vegan-friendly rooms

They feature 100 per cent vegan wet amenities, while its dry amenities are made from sustainable products

TECOM’s in5 reports 20% growth in funding for startups

Expand North Star 2023: Funding for startups at TECOM Group’s in5 surges by 20%

The innovation and entrepreneurship platform said 120 new ventures joined its ecosystem in the first nine months of 2023

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Dubai Run 2023: Registration now open for the world’s largest free fun run

Sheikh Zayed Road will transform into a racetrack on Sunday, November 26 for the Dubai Run event

Future Blockchain Summit 2023

Dubai Harbour: Future Blockchain Summit kicks off on Oct 15

The summit, which will go on until October 18 at Dubai Harbour, will see global companies showcase the significant progress made in Web3, blockchain and crypto technologies

Gitex Global is back and bigger than ever

Gitex Global 2023: The biggest tech show of the year is back!

The event covers 41 exhibition halls, hosting leading technology giants and startups specialising in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, mobility, and more

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy unveils ‘App Olympics’

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy launches App Olympics

The competition is open to UAE nationals and residents as well as global tech startups interested in establishing a presence in Dubai

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Dubai: Economy grows 3.2% in H1 2023

The economy’s total value has reached Dhs223.8bn

Flydubai will launch services to Langkawi and Penang (Image: Supplied by flydubai)

Flydubai to resume flights to Kabul

Beginning November 15, it will operate a double-daily service from Terminal 2 at Dubai International

All-business Beond airline to commence operations in November (Image: Supplied by Beond)

All-business Beond airline to commence operations in November

Initially, it will connect Munich, Riyadh and Zurich to its base in Male

Dubai Healthcare City Launches New Community-Focused Mental Health Initiative Image Supplied

Dubai Healthcare City launches platform to raise mental health awareness

In collaboration with American Wellness Center, the initiative will span a period of six months and will include community-focused gatherings held in DHCC

ECONOMIC CRIMES PLATFORM

Dubai announces public platform to report economic crimes

The new platform will aid in the reporting of economic crimes such as money laundering, bribery, forgery and embezzlement

How LCRE is leveraging Dubai’s property boom

Cover: LCRE’s Shitij Kapoor shines the spotlight on the company’s strong foundation

The CEO and founder shares how his company’s success is built on strong developer partnerships, core values and a thriving relationship with investors

Dubai attracts $5.7bn greenfield FDI capital in H1 2023

Dubai attracts greenfield FDI capital of $5.7bn in H1 2023

The emirate attracted 511 greenfield projects and climbed to sixth position in FDI capital attraction

DUBAI REAL MADRID

Dubai is Real Madrid’s destination partner in landmark global deal

The multi-year agreement promises a range of exciting activations, special fan moments and unique experiences for Dubai and Real Madrid fans

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB (Image: Supplied by TUS Airways)

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB

The carrier will operate twice-weekly flights between Larnaca and Dubai

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

New and existing DMCC member companies will be able to earn Business Rewards points on company set-up packages, services, business licensing, referrals and visa renewals