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UAE and Gulf Business News: Markets, Startups, AI and Policy from Dubai and Abu Dhabi

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AI & Tech

UAE Developers Target $12 Billion Maldives Investment

Leading property developers from Dubai and Abu Dhabi are reportedly exploring a significant $12 billion investment in the Maldives, signaling a strategic expansion into high-growth tourism markets and diversifying their international portfolios.

Global Insights

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.

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.

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