The GCC
Seamless Middle East 2026 Closes 26th Edition At Dubai World Trade Centre
By Khalid Mir • 4 min read
• 24 Sept 2026
Seamless Middle East 2026 closed its 26th edition at Dubai World Trade Centre after three days of fintech, payments, retail and delivery programming, with the show returning in May 2027.
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.
A practical 2026 guide to earning UAE media coverage for founders, brands, and sales executives: what editors publish, the credibility ladder to Gulf News and Khaleej Times, and the pitch that gets a reply.
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.
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