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UAE Startups Attract New Funding Across AI and Fintech

Technology companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi secured new early-stage investment from domestic and international venture funds, with artificial intelligence and financial technology among the leading sectors.
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Dubai Civil Aviation Authority Highlights Advanced Air Mobility Regulation

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