Dubai Times

UAE Media Regulator Fines Influencers Over Unlicensed Advertising Campaigns

The UAE media authority has issued financial penalties to a group of social media influencers for conducting commercial promotions without required licenses.

Dubai Introduces Hydrogen-Powered Waste Collection Fleet

Dubai Municipality has deployed hydrogen fuel-cell waste trucks to replace conventional diesel vehicles and support lower-emission urban services.

UFC Confirms Lightweight Championship Fight for Abu Dhabi Event

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will return to Etihad Arena in October with a major lightweight title bout that has already generated strong regional ticket demand.

Dubai Launches One Hundred Thousand Artificial Coral Habitats in Marine Restoration Project

The Dubai Reefs initiative has begun deploying artificial reef structures designed to support marine biodiversity and promote sustainable ocean tourism.

Abu Dhabi Opens Genomics Research Institute at Cleveland Clinic to Advance Personalized Medicine

A new genetic research center has opened in Abu Dhabi to study regional DNA variations and develop targeted treatments for inherited and common diseases.

UAE Tax Authority Clarifies Corporate Tax Rules for Free Zone Manufacturers

The UAE Federal Tax Authority has issued guidance confirming that qualifying manufacturing companies in designated free zones can retain zero percent corporate tax treatment on eligible export income.

Dubai Welcomes Record Eleven Million International Visitors in First Half of Year

Dubai recorded its highest-ever first-half tourism performance, with eleven million overnight international visitors driven by stronger arrivals from China, India, and Western Europe.

Dubai Police Deploy Artificial Intelligence Drones for Faster Traffic Emergency Response

Dubai Police have introduced autonomous drone systems designed to identify road accidents quickly and help emergency services reach incidents more efficiently.

UAE Space Agency Finalizes Timeline for Asteroid Belt Exploration Mission

Following the Hope Mars Mission, the UAE Space Agency has completed the design of the MBR Explorer spacecraft and confirmed plans for a seven-year mission to the main asteroid belt.

Barakah Nuclear Plant Reaches Full Capacity With All Four Reactors Operating

The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation has confirmed that all four Barakah reactors are operating at maximum capacity, providing around a quarter of the UAE’s electricity generation without carbon emissions.

Nakheel Begins Major Construction Contracts for Palm Jebel Ali Development

Dubai developer Nakheel has awarded more than two billion dirhams in infrastructure and marine construction contracts, accelerating development of the Palm Jebel Ali island project.

DIFC Introduces New Regulatory Framework for Decentralized Finance and Crypto Custody

The Dubai International Financial Centre has updated its digital asset rules with stricter requirements for decentralized finance platforms and institutional cryptocurrency custodians.

Dubai Harbour Plans Billion Dirham Superyacht Marina Expansion

Dubai Harbour has announced plans to double yacht berthing capacity with new private club facilities and luxury retail spaces ahead of the winter tourism season.

UAE Strengthens Heat Protection Enforcement for Outdoor Workers During Extreme Summer Temperatures

UAE labor inspectors are using drone surveillance at construction sites in Dubai and Abu Dhabi to enforce midday work restrictions as temperatures rise above forty-eight degrees Celsius.

Dubai Sells Record Five Hundred Million Dirham Penthouse on Jumeirah Bay Island

A custom-built triplex apartment on Jumeirah Bay Island has become the most expensive residential property sale in the Middle East, highlighting continued demand for Dubai’s ultra-luxury real estate market.

G42 and Microsoft Expand UAE Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure With New Data Centers

Abu Dhabi-based G42 and Microsoft are developing three additional data centers in the UAE to support growing demand for generative artificial intelligence services from businesses across the region.

Wynn Al Marjan Island Resort Reaches Construction Milestone as UAE Advances Gaming Regulation

The luxury resort project in Ras Al Khaimah has reached its highest structural point as the UAE’s federal gaming regulator publishes its framework for integrated resort operations.

Emirates Expands Global Network With New Routes to South America and the Pacific

Dubai-based Emirates has announced new long-distance routes using its expanding fleet of Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft, extending connections to additional destinations in Brazil, Chile, and New Zealand.

Etihad Rail Starts Passenger Train Testing Between Abu Dhabi and Dubai

The UAE’s national railway operator has begun live testing of new passenger trains that are expected to reduce travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai to under fifty minutes when commercial services begin.

UAE Central Bank Completes Cross-Border Trade Settlement Using BRICS Digital Currency Platform

The UAE Central Bank has completed an oil and aluminum trade settlement with China and India through an integrated BRICS blockchain payment system, marking a move toward expanding alternative payment channels.

Dubai Begins Passenger Trials for Autonomous Flying Taxis With Aviation Partners

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed early passenger-carrying tests of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft as part of efforts to develop future urban air mobility services.

Dubai Financial Market Rises as Major Technology Company Prepares Landmark Initial Public Offering

Dubai’s stock market reached a multi-year high after a Dubai-based artificial intelligence and e-commerce company filed for what is expected to become one of the region’s largest technology listings.

Dubai Launches Artificial Intelligence Rental Index for Real Estate Market

Dubai’s Real Estate Regulatory Agency has introduced an algorithm-based rental index that uses neighborhood transaction data and property quality indicators to determine allowable rent adjustments.

Mubadala and MGX Announce Five Billion Dollar Semiconductor Venture in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi sovereign investment groups Mubadala and MGX have partnered with European semiconductor designers to develop advanced chip research and manufacturing capabilities in the UAE capital.

Sheikh Mohammed Approves Thirty Billion Dirham Expansion Phase for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport

Dubai has approved a major construction phase at Dubai World Central that will accelerate terminal development and support the planned transition of Emirates Airlines operations to the airport by the end of the decade.

UAE Launches Ten-Year Artificial Intelligence Golden Visa to Attract Global Technology Talent

The UAE has introduced a specialized long-term residency pathway for artificial intelligence developers, data scientists, and robotics engineers as the country seeks to strengthen its position as a global center for advanced technology.

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab Drone Show Draws Global Attention During Islamic New Year Celebrations

A large-scale drone performance featuring more than five thousand synchronized drones over the Burj Al Arab attracted international attention for its combination of technology and visual design.

National Centre of Meteorology Warns UAE Residents as Extreme Heat Hits Arabian Peninsula

UAE weather authorities have urged residents to limit exposure to dangerous heat conditions as unusually high temperatures affect parts of the country during the summer season.

Sharjah Launches Long-Term Plan to Preserve Historic Districts and Cultural Sites

The Sharjah government has announced a multi-million-dirham preservation program to restore historic areas, digitize heritage records, and protect traditional cultural sites.

Dubai Police Add Hydrogen-Powered Supercars to Luxury Patrol Fleet

Dubai Police has introduced new hydrogen-powered supercars to its patrol fleet as part of its continued use of advanced vehicles in major tourist areas.

UAE Sends Humanitarian Aid and Field Hospitals to Flood-Affected Areas in Southeast Asia

The UAE government has deployed aircraft carrying medical supplies, food assistance, and a mobile hospital to support international relief efforts following severe monsoon flooding.

Yas Marina Circuit Announces Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track Changes for 2026

The Abu Dhabi Formula One venue has revealed planned track modifications designed to improve overtaking opportunities and adapt the circuit for future racing conditions.

Flydubai Adds Seven New Routes to European Destinations

Dubai-based airline Flydubai has expanded its network with seven new direct routes targeting growing demand for affordable international travel.

Dubai-Based Fintech Startup Raises $150 Million to Expand AI Financial Services

A UAE fintech company focused on digital lending and payments has secured a one hundred fifty million dollar funding round to expand artificial intelligence-powered financial services across the Middle East and North Africa.

Dubai Flying Taxi Network Moves Toward 2026 Launch After Joby Aviation Demonstrations

Dubai authorities and Joby Aviation are advancing preparations for commercial electric air taxi operations following successful public flight demonstrations and regulatory testing.

e& Begins Early 6G Testing in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Technology Zones

Emirati telecommunications company e& has launched experimental 6G testing areas in parts of Dubai and Yas Island as the UAE explores future high-speed connectivity technologies.

UAE Introduces Wearable Cooling Technology Requirements for Outdoor Workers

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources has updated summer workplace rules requiring companies in construction and logistics sectors to provide advanced cooling equipment and hydration monitoring technology.

LVMH Plans Ultra-Luxury Private Island Resort Near Abu Dhabi

French luxury group LVMH has partnered with an Abu Dhabi developer to create an exclusive island resort combining luxury hospitality with environmental conservation.

Emirates Reveals New First Class Suites for Future Boeing 777X Fleet

Emirates has unveiled redesigned first class cabins featuring fully enclosed suites, advanced seating technology, and personalized features for its upcoming Boeing 777-9 aircraft.

Dubai-Based Logistics Company Plans Major Dubai Financial Market Listing

A leading Dubai logistics operator has announced plans for an initial public offering on the Dubai Financial Market, targeting a valuation of around one point five billion dollars.

Abu Dhabi Signs Agreement to Host Global Esports Championship Finals on Yas Island

Abu Dhabi has secured a multi-year agreement to host a major international esports championship, strengthening its position as a destination for competitive gaming and digital entertainment events.

UAE Launches Quantum Computing Research Laboratory at MBZUAI in Abu Dhabi

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has opened a dedicated quantum computing facility in Masdar City focused on research combining artificial intelligence and quantum technologies.

DP World Expands African Maritime Presence With Twenty-Five-Year Port Agreement

Dubai-based logistics company DP World has secured a long-term concession to operate and modernize a major deep-water port in East Africa, expanding its global trade infrastructure network.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi Completes First AI-Assisted Robotic Heart Surgery in Middle East

A medical team at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has completed a complex coronary bypass procedure using an advanced robotic assistant, marking a significant development in regional medical technology.