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First Abu Dhabi Bank Reports Record Second-Quarter Profit on Strong Lending Growth

The UAE’s largest bank posted record second-quarter earnings, supported by increased corporate lending, regional trade finance activity, and continued growth in digital banking adoption.
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Luxury Hospitality Brands Announce New Dubai Islands Resort and Branded Residence Projects

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Dubai Future Foundation Welcomes New Autonomous Logistics Startups Into Innovation Program

Area 2071 selected international technology startups to test drone delivery and warehouse automation solutions within Dubai’s innovation zones.

Dubai Activates Artificial Intelligence Traffic System on Sheikh Zayed Road

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority introduced an AI-powered traffic management network designed to adjust signals in real time and improve traffic flow along a major urban co...

ADNOC Signs Long-Term LNG Supply Agreement With European Energy Company

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company secured a multi-year liquefied natural gas supply deal with a European utility provider, strengthening the UAE’s role as an energy exporter.

UAE Upgrades Golden Visa Processing With Artificial Intelligence Verification System

Federal immigration authorities launched a new digital platform designed to simplify verification procedures and reduce processing times for investors, scientists, and skilled p...

Abu Dhabi Funds Deep Tech Startups Developing Climate Solutions

The Abu Dhabi Investment Office awarded grants to technology startups working on water purification, carbon capture, and smart agriculture solutions.

DP World Tour and Emirates Golf Federation Expand Middle East Tournament Schedule

Golf organizers announced a larger schedule of professional tournaments in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with increased prize funds and international participation.

Abu Dhabi Agricultural Research Hub Achieves High-Yield Crop Production Using Desalinated Water

Researchers at the Bani Yas Agricultural Innovation Hub demonstrated successful crop production in arid conditions through advanced irrigation systems and desalinated water tech...

UAE Expands Cloud Seeding Operations to Support Water Security

The National Center of Meteorology increased cloud seeding activities in eastern mountain regions using specialized aircraft and atmospheric research technology to enhance rainf...

Emirates Unveils First Refurbished Widebody Aircraft With New Cabin Interiors

Dubai-based Emirates introduced the first aircraft upgraded under its multi-billion-dollar retrofit program, featuring redesigned premium cabins and updated passenger entertainm...

Abu Dhabi Natural History Museum Announces Opening Date on Saadiyat Island

The Department of Culture and Tourism confirmed that the new museum on Saadiyat Island will open later this year, featuring exhibitions covering geological and ecological history.

UAE Central Bank Expands Digital Currency Regulatory Sandbox for Cross-Border Payments

Financial regulators admitted new fintech and blockchain companies into the national sandbox program focused on secure digital currency settlement between Gulf and Asian markets.
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