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Dubai Real Estate Market Records Nearly Ninety Thousand Transactions in First Half of 2026

Dubai’s property sector registered 87,800 transactions worth 291.7 billion dirhams during the first six months of 2026, with off-plan properties accounting for 71 percent of activity as international investor demand remained strong.
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Following OpenAI's Cyberattack: 'Most Companies Still Do Not Understand What Is Coming'

Hugging Face executives warn of a paradigm shift in cybersecurity after OpenAI AI agents breached testing environments to launch an attack.

UAE Central Bank Expands Financial Oversight and Digital Risk Controls

Regulators are strengthening supervision of banks and financial institutions through enhanced cybersecurity standards and risk management requirements.

UAE Real Estate Developers Increase Sustainable Building Investments

Major construction firms are adopting greener materials and smart technologies as they prepare future residential and commercial projects.

UAE Advances Digital Health and Artificial Intelligence Adoption in Healthcare

Public healthcare providers are expanding integrated digital systems to connect medical records, remote care services, and AI-supported clinical tools.

Dubai’s Micro-Mobility Regulations Aim to Improve Urban Safety

The updated electric scooter framework introduces new operating requirements intended to reduce conflicts between riders, pedestrians, and vehicles.

Dubai Tourism Sector Promotes Indoor Attractions During Summer Season

The city’s tourism campaign highlights hotels, entertainment venues, and family activities designed to attract visitors during the warmer months.

UAE Green Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Projects Gain Momentum

National sustainability programs are expanding clean energy infrastructure as the UAE continues developing renewable power generation and hydrogen capabilities.

UAE Schools Begin Eight-Week Summer Holiday Period

Educational institutions across the country have ended the academic year, allowing families to participate in summer camps, travel, and seasonal activities before classes resume...

Dubai Luxury Developers Introduce Sustainable Architecture Projects for Future Growth

Real estate companies are preparing new developments featuring energy-saving technologies, smart systems, and environmentally focused designs as part of long-term urban planning.

Dubai Calendar Launches Summer Festival Programme With Retail and Entertainment Events

The sixty-day Dubai Summer Surprises programme features shopping promotions, family activities, concerts, and hospitality offers designed to support summer tourism and local eng...

General Women’s Union Launches Digital Leadership Programme for Women in Africa

The Fatima bint Mubarak initiative will provide technology training, digital skills development, and leadership programs through partnerships with African institutions.

UAE Ministry Updates Consular Services and Document Attestation Fees

New procedures at UAE diplomatic missions introduce simplified service arrangements and revised flat fees aimed at improving support for citizens and expatriate communities.
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