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AIM Congress 2026 rides UAE record FDI momentum
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AIM Congress 2026 opens in Dubai from Sept. 7-9 as the UAE posts record foreign investment and non-oil trade growth.
UAE mediates exchange of 206 captives between Russia and Ukraine
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The United Arab Emirates said it helped secure the release of 206 captives, with 103 returned by each side, in its 26th mediation effort between Russia and Ukraine.
WOI.eco wants to build startup nations at country scale
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Dubai-based WOI.eco is launching country-specific platforms it says can help governments and founders turn entrepreneurship into a national growth engine.
Li Auto launches All-New Li L9 in UAE
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Li Auto introduced its flagship All-New Li L9 in Dubai on Sept. 4, marking a key step in the Chinese EV maker’s push into the Gulf market.
Italy opens first national pavilion at Dubai Derma as UAE demand hits record levels
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The Italian Trade Agency is bringing Italy’s first national pavilion to Dubai Derma 2026, backing a push into a UAE dermatology and skincare market that posted record Italian exports in 2025. The move comes as demand for dermocosmetics, skincare…
Alaan wins key UAE central bank approval for payment and stored value licences
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Alaan has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE for Stored Value Facilities and Retail Payment Services category-II licences, clearing a path to hold customer funds, run cross-border payments and issue corporate cards…
Labarna AI says UAE sovereign AI infrastructure is now a compliance requirement
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Labarna AI says enterprises using offshore AI infrastructure may face immediate remediation under the UAE National AI Strategy 2031, with the heaviest pressure in regulated sectors like financial services.
JDS Consulting Group launches UAE consultancy for engineering, pharma and innovation
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JDS Consulting Group has started operations in the United Arab Emirates, targeting clients across MENA, Europe and Australia.
Thomas LeBrun book earns NYC Big Book Award recognition, Times Square spotlight
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Thomas LeBrun’s Aurora Rift: A Man Out of Time was named a 2026 NYC Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite in Action/Adventure and will be featured on a Times Square billboard on Oct. 10. The recognition expands visibility for the author, whose…
Labarna AI issues UAE AI compliance playbook for enterprise CIOs
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Labarna AI published a new operational guide for enterprise CIOs on September 1, 2026, aimed at helping regulated organizations align production AI systems with the UAE National AI Strategy 2031. The playbook focuses on data residency, governance,…
Circularo returns as Gold Sponsor for UAE cyber defense contest
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Circularo is back as a Gold Sponsor of the School of Cyber Defence 2026, a UAE competition for university students that ends with a live final at GISEC Global on 18 September.
Stellen Infotech expands AI automation push in Dubai
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Stellen Infotech is expanding its AI automation and software offerings in Dubai to help UAE businesses streamline operations, automate repetitive work and improve customer interactions.
G12 opens UK and Europe desk for UAE market entry
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Dubai-based consultancy G12 launched a dedicated desk to help UK and European entrepreneurs set up and expand in the UAE. The move targets founders facing company formation, licensing and compliance hurdles in a market attracting more foreign…
Startups shift from SEO agencies to freelance specialists
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Seotal says US startups and small businesses are increasingly replacing agency retainers with vetted part-time freelance SEO experts from India and Southeast Asia. The company says the move is driven by lower costs, faster hiring, deeper…
ESET adds AI security tools to its B2B portfolio
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ESET on October 5, 2026 unveiled new B2B security features aimed at helping organizations manage AI-driven risks as employees, developers and autonomous agents expand their use of AI. The update adds an AI Security module to ESET PROTECT and comes…
CPAP Store Dubai adds Tabby BNPL at checkout across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait
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CPAP Store Dubai has partnered with Tabby to give eligible customers a Buy Now, Pay Later option for CPAP, BiPAP, respiratory care and sleep wellness purchases.
Petrolodex wins triple ISO certification across two UAE entities
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Petrolodex said both of its UAE entities have earned ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications, covering quality, environmental and safety management systems.
UAE tax authority wins SAP award for EmaraTax rollout
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The Federal Tax Authority won SAP’s Global Innovation Award 2026 in the Services Superstar category for implementing Corporate Tax through the EmaraTax digital platform.
CVMaker.ae Adds Resume, LinkedIn and Video CV Services Across the UAE
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CVMaker.ae has expanded its career-document services for job seekers in all seven emirates, adding new options for resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles and video CVs. The move is aimed at helping candidates improve their chances of landing…
UAE eastern-coast port expansions highlight long maritime strategy
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The UAE is expanding ports on its eastern coast, including Khorfakkan, Fujairah and Dibba, as officials frame the projects as part of a long-term maritime strategy tied to the country’s role in global shipping.
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