AI & Tech
UAE Accelerates Its AI Ambitions Amidst Global Tech Race
By EI Editorial Desk • 4 min read
• 2 Aug 2026
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UAE and Gulf Business News: Markets, Startups, AI and Policy from Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Dr. Jasem Al-Mansory to Lead Alif Holding's AI Vision in the UAE
Bmw Navigates Global Transformation with Job Cuts, Reshaping the UAE Automotive Outlook
UAE-Based Evoost AI PropTech Firm Expands into European Market
UAE Consumers Urged to Consult Doctors on Risky Supplement Combinations
UAE Advances AI Talent Strategy with National Experts Program
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European Airline Bids Signal Intensified Competition for Global Air Travel, Impacting UAE Carriers
Major European carriers Air France-KLM and Lufthansa are vying for Portugal's TAP airline, a move set to reshape global aviation. This consolidation could intensify competition for long-haul routes, prompting strategic adjustments among leading UAE and GCC airlines navigating evolving market.
Bmw Navigates Global Transformation with Job Cuts, Reshaping the UAE Automotive Outlook
UAE Consumers Urged to Consult Doctors on Risky Supplement Combinations
UAE Drives Trade Efficiency with Integrated Digital Ecosystem
England's Drought Raises Economic Concerns and Sustainability Imperatives
UAE Accelerates Its AI Ambitions Amidst Global Tech Race
The global race for AI dominance is intensifying, with the UAE firmly positioning itself at the forefront. Strategic investments in infrastructure, talent, and innovation are driving the nation's rapid advancement in artificial intelligence, aiming for a leadership role.
Dr. Jasem Al-Mansory to Lead Alif Holding's AI Vision in the UAE
UAE-Based Evoost AI PropTech Firm Expands into European Market
UAE Advances AI Talent Strategy with National Experts Program
AI Everything Abu Dhabi: Driving Innovation and Economic Growth in the UAE
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
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
Crypto and Forex
Forex Expo Dubai 2026 Adds Trader and IB Programs as Sponsor Lineup Grows
Crypto and Forex
UAE Crypto Tax Holiday Ends as 0% Window Closes January 2027
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.
