AI & Tech
Dubai and Hkma Lead Climate Finance Dialogue, Qatar Invests in Gulf EV Production
By EI Editorial Desk • 4 min read
• 18 Aug 2026
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UAE and Gulf Business News: Markets, Startups, AI and Policy from Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Advanced Tech Scales up Preservation of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Yuno Secures $45M Series B for Gulf Expansion and Agentic AI Development
Singapore's AI Content Law Sets Precedent for Digital Safety, Informing UAE Regulatory Discussions
Indonesia Earthquake: Assessing Economic Impact and Recovery Efforts
UAE Forges Stronger Economic and Tech Ties with us Entities
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Kuwait Raises Tobacco Age to 21, Prompting GCC Market Rethink
Kuwait's decision to ban tobacco and nicotine product sales to individuals under 21 from January 2027 marks a significant regulatory shift. This move is poised to reshape the GCC's tobacco market, prompting businesses to adapt strategies and potentially influencing public.
Indonesia Earthquake: Assessing Economic Impact and Recovery Efforts
Parkin Sees Strong Q2 Profit Growth as Dubai's Mobility Sector Expands
Rare Solar Eclipse Highlights Opportunities for UAE Tourism, Science, and Energy Resilience
GCC Aviation Expands as Saudi Carrier Flyadeal Eyes India Market
Dubai and Hkma Lead Climate Finance Dialogue, Qatar Invests in Gulf EV Production
The UAE reinforces its commitment to sustainable finance through a key conference with HKMA, while Qatar advances green mobility with a new EV factory. These initiatives underscore the GCC's drive towards economic diversification and environmental stewardship.
Advanced Tech Scales up Preservation of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Yuno Secures $45M Series B for Gulf Expansion and Agentic AI Development
Singapore's AI Content Law Sets Precedent for Digital Safety, Informing UAE Regulatory Discussions
UAE Forges Stronger Economic and Tech Ties with us Entities
Talabat Owner Delivery Hero Acquired by Uber in $14.8 Billion Deal
Uber's acquisition of Delivery Hero, parent company of the prominent regional food delivery platform Talabat, for $14.8 billion marks a significant consolidation in the global and MENA delivery market, promising shifts for consumers and businesses across the UAE.
Maritime Insurance Premiums Climb as Shipping Risks Grow in Key Waterways
Zhilin Yang and Moonshot AI: How Kimi K3 is Reshaping the Global AI Landscape
UAE Property Buyers Prioritize Community Over Individual Unit Features
Abu Dhabi Property Transactions Surge 112% to Hit AED 117 Billion in First Half
The Business of Care: How UAE Leaders and Startups Address Aging Populations
As the UAE's population matures, business leaders and entrepreneurs face new challenges and opportunities in intergenerational care. This shift is driving innovation in elder care services and reshaping workplace policies across the Emirates.
Abu Dhabi Property Market Sees Rising Investor Interest
UAE Energy Deal with Egypt Marks New Phase for Global South
UAE Creators Turn Folklore into Horror Hit with ‘Creatures’ Series
UAE Collectors Drive Surge in Record Auction Prices
Texas Floods Highlight Economic Vulnerability to Extreme Weather
A recent flash flood emergency in Texas underscores the growing economic challenges businesses face from intensifying extreme weather events. This incident highlights the critical need for robust infrastructure and adaptive strategies to mitigate financial impact and ensure operational continuity.
China's Record Consumer Defaults Challenge Economic Stimulus
Spain and Portugal Tighten Oversight of Hot Property Markets
AI Revamps Consumer Goods from Shampoo to Cookies
Uber Pauses Europe Food Delivery Expansion as it Pursues Delivery Hero Deal
Crypto and Forex
Money Expo India 2026 Enters Two Week Countdown to Mumbai With Top Traders and Investors Lined Up
Crypto and Forex
Forex Expo Dubai 2026 Unveils 150 Grams of 24K Gold Lucky Draw for Verified Traders and Brokers
Crypto and Forex
UAE FinTech Landscape Embraces AI for Prop Trading as Market Dynamics Shift
Crypto and Forex
Bitcoin Suisse Secures Key Approval to Expand Digital Asset Services in the UAE
Eco-Impact
Abu Dhabi's Cultural Foundation Unveils 'skin of Dreams,' Exploring Sustainability and Future Materials
Abu Dhabi's Cultural Foundation is hosting Shezad Dawood's 'Skin of Dreams' exhibition, a significant cultural event exploring themes of sustainability, future materials, and ecological awareness. It highlights the intersection of art, technology, and environmental discourse.
Eco-Impact
Abu Dhabi's Doh and Mit-Koch Institute Partner on AI for Cancer Research
Abu Dhabi's Department of Health is collaborating with the MIT-Koch Institute to leverage AI in advanced cancer research. This strategic partnership underscores the UAE's commitment to pioneering healthcare innovation and establishing a global hub for life sciences.
Eco-Impact
Abu Dhabi Sets New Cooling Load Standards to Boost Sustainable Construction
Abu Dhabi has rolled out mandatory cooling‑load benchmarks for new buildings, aiming to cut energy consumption and align construction practices with the emirate’s net‑zero targets. The move is expected to reshape design, procurement and financing across the UAE market.
Eco-Impact
UAE Power Grid Gains Resilience from Siemens Energy’s 2.6GW Taweelah C Plant
Siemens Energy’s new 2.6GW Taweelah C combined‑cycle plant is set to reinforce the Emirates’ electricity supply, offering faster ramp‑up capability, lower emissions and greater flexibility for renewable integration across the UAE network.
