Tracking business & economy for the UAE — coverage from the newsroom in Dubai.
Technology · Business & EconomyUAE mandates cybersecurity accreditation for all critical sectors. Learn compliance requirements, data protection rules, and job opportunities in cyber defense.
Business & Economy · LifestyleAbu Dhabi's TAMM platform offers free bulky waste collection for furniture, appliances, and more. Request pickup across 29 districts now using UAE PASS.
Technology · Business & EconomyYalla Group's Q1 2026 earnings show 48M users but revenue declined 5.8% to $79M. Gaming now drives 38% of income. What it means for MENA tech investors.
Energy · Business & EconomyOil futures fell 2% Tuesday on Trump-Iran talks, but Strait of Hormuz blockade keeps fuel costs 60-70% higher. What UAE residents need to know now.
Lifestyle · Business & EconomyNCM warns of rough seas until 10am due to northwesterly winds. Typical summer temperatures reach mid-30s across UAE. Sun protection essential for residents.
Business & Economy · EnergyIran nuclear talks pause eases oil market volatility, but UAE businesses and residents face continued uncertainty over energy costs and regional trade stability.
Business & Economy · PoliticsUAE and UK strengthen anti-money laundering enforcement with new compliance deadlines, crypto regulations, and personal liability for executives.
Business & EconomyGCC achieves 100% essential vaccine coverage in 2024, exceeding global average. Learn how residents and expatriates benefit from comprehensive immunization programs across UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Politics · Business & EconomyDiscover how UAE mediated 23 prisoner exchanges, freeing 7,100+ people. Learn why this neutral diplomacy matters for residents and the region's stability.