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fromFortune
1 hour ago

UAE officials reportedly warned they may be forced to use yuan or other currencies if they run low on dollars amid the Iran war | Fortune

The UAE hints at potential currency shifts in oil trade due to the Iran war's impact on dollar dominance.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

UAE Professor Says It's Time to Think About Closing the American Bases' After Trump's Iran War: They Are a Burden'

UAE professor suggests closing American bases, asserting the nation can defend itself and needs advanced weaponry instead.
World news
fromFortune
19 hours ago

UAE in talks with U.S. for possible financial lifeline, WSJ says | Fortune

UAE is negotiating with the US for financial support amid concerns over the Iran war's impact on its economy.
#daniel-kinahan
fromIndependent
1 day ago
London politics

Daniel Kinahan's final hours of freedom: How one of the world's most-wanted men was captured in Dubai

World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Irish fugitive and alleged gang boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai

Daniel Kinahan, leader of the Kinahan crime group, was arrested in the UAE under an Irish warrant for serious organized crime offenses.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
London politics

Daniel Kinahan's final hours of freedom: How one of the world's most-wanted men was captured in Dubai

World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Irish fugitive and alleged gang boss Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai

Daniel Kinahan, leader of the Kinahan crime group, was arrested in the UAE under an Irish warrant for serious organized crime offenses.
#organized-crime
#dubai
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
World news

Facts vs. influencers: Is the 'Dubai dream' really over?

The Iran war threatens the perception of Dubai as a safe, luxury haven for foreigners.
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago
World news

What the 'Dubai Is Over' Narrative Misses

Dubai's reputation as a stable cosmopolitan city is challenged by drone strikes linked to the Iran conflict, impacting residents and influencers alike.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Facts vs. influencers: Is the 'Dubai dream' really over?

The Iran war threatens the perception of Dubai as a safe, luxury haven for foreigners.
World news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

What the 'Dubai Is Over' Narrative Misses

Dubai's reputation as a stable cosmopolitan city is challenged by drone strikes linked to the Iran conflict, impacting residents and influencers alike.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Leaving the UAE? These are the money mistakes you need to avoid

While wealthy and glamorous influencers try to convince their followers that their upwardly mobile lives in Dubai are just peachy, in reality, many young Irish teachers and nurses are wondering whether it's time to pack up and return home.
Retirement
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

At least one killed at UAE's Habshan gas facility after intercepted attack

Significant damage occurred at UAE's Habshan gas facility due to air defense interception, resulting in one death and several injuries.
SF politics
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Elite Special Forces commando at heart of $1.5M-a-month mercenary killing unit funded by royal family: Suit

A former Special Forces commando allegedly made millions conducting assassinations for the UAE, including a botched plot against a Yemeni politician.
#iran
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago
World news

Iran has 'conducted extensive drills' to attack UAE and Bahrain which could spark wider conflict - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iran threatens potential invasion of UAE and Bahrain, warning of retaliation for cooperation with the U.S.
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago
World politics

Gulf countries want Trump to end Iran war - but not yet, officials say

U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf fear a hasty peace settlement with Iran could destabilize the region further.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Iran attacks cause fire in Kuwait, Bahrain; kill man in UAE

Shrapnel from an Iranian drone interception killed a Bangladeshi national in Fujairah, UAE amid ongoing regional tensions.
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Iran hits oil tanker off Dubai as fighting continues on all fronts

Iran attacked a Kuwaiti oil tanker, but no oil spill or injuries were reported after the fire was extinguished.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Iran war wipes $120bn off Dubai, Abu Dhabi stock markets

UAE financial markets have lost around $120bn due to the US-Israel war on Iran, with significant declines in stock indexes.
#yemen
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Government must do more to help detained Brits in UAE, advocacy group says

The UK government needs to enhance support for Britons detained in the UAE for filming Iranian missile attacks.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

Brit tourists arrested in UAE under 'draconian' laws for simply filming Iranian missile strikes - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"Sending even a single photo or video of these attacks is treated as a serious crime. These individuals are being thrown into a legal system that is extremely harsh and opaque, and the consequences are devastating for families abroad."
World news
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Iran war: Houthis claim attack on Israel, Zelenskyy in UAE

Houthi rebels claimed their first missile strike on Israel, while Ukraine and UAE agreed on defense cooperation amid ongoing regional tensions.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago

UAE ready to join maritime multinational force to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The UAE is advocating for a broad international coalition and is working with Bahrain on a proposed United Nations Security Council resolution to provide legal backing for the force.
World news
Left-wing politics
fromemptywheel
3 weeks ago

The Clown Prince's Client Wants Trump to Risk American Lives in an Iran War Escalation - emptywheel

Emirati and Saudi princes expressed admiration for Trump while privately mocking Jared Kushner's capabilities and strategies.
World politics
fromSilicon Canals
4 weeks ago

The UAE just signed AI deals with both Washington and Beijing in the same week. Nobody in either capital objected - Silicon Canals

The UAE's AI cooperation with both the US and China signifies a strategic shift in global technology geopolitics.
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 month ago

The UAE Has Built Up A $453 Million Bitcoin Reserve

Arkham Intelligence says bitcoin mining operations linked to the UAE's Royal Group are sitting on roughly $344 million in unrealized profit, excluding energy costs. Arkham attributed about 6,782 BTC to wallets connected with UAE royal-linked mining activity, valuing the holdings at approximately $453.6 million at the time of analysis. The firm said the implied profit reflects the difference between current bitcoin prices and estimated production costs, though it noted the figure does not account for electricity and operational expenses.
World news
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Leading Hose Reel Suppliers in UAE - High-Quality Industrial, Fire & Water Hose Reels - Social Media Explorer

Hose reel suppliers in UAE play a crucial role in supporting industries that rely on safe, efficient, and organized fluid management systems. From firefighting equipment and industrial applications to commercial facilities and residential use, hose reels are essential for ensuring easy hose storage, quick deployment, and long-term durability. The UAE's rapidly expanding industrial, construction, oil & gas, and commercial sectors have created a growing demand for high-quality hose reel systems that meet international safety standards.
Business
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

T20 World Cup: South Africa beat UAE before India showdown

South Africa beat the United Arab Emirates by six wickets in New Delhi, chasing down a victory target of 123 with 40 balls to spare, to finish the group stage of cricket's Twenty20 World Cup unbeaten. South Africa opted to field first on Wednesday and restricted the UAE to 122-6, with veteran pace bowlers Corbin Bosch returning 3-12 from four overs and Anrich Nortje taking 2-28.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

England v Italy: T20 World Cup cricket live

Good morning, buongiorno, how you doin'? Welcome to the OBO of England v Italy. It seems bonkers to say, given the pedigree of both cricket nations, but we could have a proper contest on our hands. England's T20 World Cup campaign has failed to leave second gear. They were poor in their defeat to the West Indies and hardly convincing in their wins over Nepal and Scotland their first triumph over European opponents in this competition.
World news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Irishman sanctioned over Russian links helps super-rich invest in art, cars and watches

Businessman who was penalised by the US Treasury now helps wealthy clients acquire 'rare assets' An Irishman in Dubai sanctioned by the US because of his business dealings with Russia has reinvented himself as a consultant helping the super-rich invest in "rare assets".
Business
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is There a Remedy for Presidential Profiteering?

Trump and his family leveraged the presidency for large profit, including a secret Emirati payment and an A.I. chip sale, raising emolument and secrecy concerns.
#trump
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Trump hails 'incredible culture' of Islam in rare presidential mosque visit

Trump's visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque signifies a rare moment of cultural diplomacy for a sitting US president.
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Paul Manafort Knew Tom Barrack Was Working with "Our Friends"

On or about May 1, 2016, [Barrack] emailed a senior member of the Campaign ([Manafort]): "I am in Abu Dhabi with [MbZ]. Call if u can." Later that day, [Barrack] emailed [Manafort] with an upbeat assessment of the meeting and mentioned the possibility of a meeting in the United States between the UAE leaders and [Trump]. Once Trump wrapped up his primary win on May 4, Barrack wrote Al Malik and told him to tell MbZ to "Pack his bags,"
#ukraine
#donald-trump
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Trump announces more than $200bn of deals between US and UAE

Trump announces over $200 billion in U.S.-UAE deals, emphasizing strengthening ties and boosting aviation industry.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Why Somalia drew a line with the UAE

Annulment of UAE agreements reaffirmed Somalia's sovereignty, constitutional authority, and national unity by rejecting external arrangements that bypassed national institutions and eroded state integrity.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

UAE cuts funds for students keen to study in UK over fears campuses radicalised by Islamist groups'

The Emirati government is not imposing a blanket ban, meaning that richer families can still send their children to study in the UK if they pay themselves, while significant funding continues for those who seek university degrees elsewhere. Dozens of suspected Brotherhood members were rounded up and jailed in the UAE. The government supported the Egyptian military when it overthrew the presidency of group member Mohammed Morsi in 2013.
UK politics
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

How demand for elite falcons in the Middle East is driving illegal trade of British birds

Illegal capture and smuggling of wild falcon chicks supplies a multimillion-dollar falconry trade that symbolizes wealth among Gulf elites.
Artificial intelligence
fromTESLARATI
3 months ago

Tesla's Elon Musk gives timeframe for FSD's release in UAE

Full Self-Driving (Supervised) could launch in the UAE in January 2026, enabling hands-off highway driving, urban navigation, and supervised parking.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago

Foreign Office warns 'high threat of terrorist attack affecting UK interests' in Dubai - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The British Foreign Office has issued a warning there is a "high threat of a terrorist attack" globally and in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) which could affect UK interests. Brits are being warned against possible terrorist attacks this Christmas as they are "likely to try and carry out attacks in the UAE." The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) warned in their latest travel guidance, that there is a high threat of a possible attack targeting Jewish and Israeli linked areas.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

As Sudan burns, the NBA's embrace of the UAE shows how sport enables atrocity

As paramilitary fighters from the brutal Rapid Support Forces (RSF) overran the largest city in western Sudan carrying out mass executions, rapes and ethnic cleansing with weapons supplied by the United Arab Emirates the NBA's annual in-season tournament, the Emirates NBA Cup, tipped off on Halloween night, proudly sponsored by the very same Gulf state. The tournament is the most visible example of the NBA's expanding partnership with the UAE
National Basketball Association
#sudan
#microsoft
fromFortune
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft to send Nvidia's top AI chips to the UAE despite Trump saying they wouldn't be exported outside the U.S. | Fortune

fromFortune
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft to send Nvidia's top AI chips to the UAE despite Trump saying they wouldn't be exported outside the U.S. | Fortune

fromTheregister
5 months ago

Microsoft, Alphabet throw more cash on AI bonfire

Microsoft declared on Monday that it will spend more than $7.9 billion on infrastructure for its AI strategy in the UAE from the start of 2026 to the end of 2029. The Redmond firm says that this will comprise more than $5.5 billion in capital expenses for expansion of its AI and cloud infrastructure, including new steps it plans to disclose in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi later this week, plus $2.4 billion in planned local operating expenses.
Tech industry
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

UK military equipment used by militia accused of genocide found in Sudan, UN told

British-made military equipment has been recovered from RSF positions in Sudan, raising concerns over UK exports to the UAE and links to the conflict.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
6 months ago

'Sovereign AI' Has Become a New Front in the US-China Tech War

OpenAI is building 'sovereign AI' with foreign governments to give national leaders control over AI, including partnerships with non-democratic states amid geopolitical competition.
#ai
fromWIRED
10 months ago
Artificial intelligence

A United Arab Emirates Lab Announces Frontier AI Projects-and a New Outpost in Silicon Valley

Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
10 months ago

A United Arab Emirates Lab Announces Frontier AI Projects-and a New Outpost in Silicon Valley

UAE's MBZUAI launched an AI world model and new research center in Silicon Valley, aiming to enhance AI capabilities and knowledge exchange.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 months ago

How the UAE is using AI to transform healthcare | Computer Weekly

The UAE institutionalised AI leadership by appointing CAIOs across ministries to align AI with sector missions, focusing on data, trust, and strategic transformation in healthcare.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 months ago

Tickmill partners with Mashreq Bank to launch new local payment method in the UAE - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Tickmill and Mashreq Bank launch a local AED payment method in the UAE enabling fast local transfers and AED/USD deposits and withdrawals via Mashreq’s secure infrastructure.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
7 months ago

Trump Is Getting Rich from a Sketchy Crypto Scheme. No One's Stopping It.

Senior U.S. administration associates formed business and diplomatic ties with UAE leadership linking multibillion-dollar crypto investment and advanced chip sales that benefited political insiders.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
7 months ago

Tesla launches Cybertruck orders in a new market with a catch

Tesla is allowing Cybertruck reservation holders in the UAE to place orders, with broader Middle East availability planned and production coming from Gigafactory Texas.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 months ago

NYT Bombshell: Steve Witkoff at Center of Shady Crypto Deal Enriching Trump Family

This summer, Steve Witkoff, President Trump's Middle East envoy, paid a visit to the coast of Sardinia, a stretch of the Mediterranean Sea crowded with super yachts. On one of those extravagant vessels, Mr. Witkoff sat down with a member of the ultrarich ruling family of the United Arab Emirates. He was meeting Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a trim figure in dark glasses who controls $1.5 trillion of the Emiratis' sovereign wealth.
US politics
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

At least 21,000 children disabled in Gaza during war, says UN committee Middle East crisis live

UAE warns West Bank annexation would be a red line that would severely undermine the Abraham Accords and urges Israel to suspend annexation plans.
fromBusiness Matters
8 months ago

UAE's World's Safest Country Ranking Creates 'Safety Premium' in Real Estate Market

"We are witnessing a fundamental shift in investor priorities. Safety is no longer a secondary benefit; it is a primary asset class," said Jason Farr, Sales Director at NOVVI Properties.
Real estate
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
8 months ago

Indian scammers in Dubai: How the Xettle scheme threatens the UAE's financial security

Indian scammers are operating transnational money laundering and fraud schemes under the guise of fintech startups in Dubai.
#ai-development
fromFortune
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What Eric Xing's Abu Dhabi project says about the next phase of AI power

fromFortune
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What Eric Xing's Abu Dhabi project says about the next phase of AI power

fromTechCrunch
9 months ago

UAE's deal to buy Nvidia AI chips reportedly on hold | TechCrunch

Concerns regarding potential smuggling of AI chips to China have led to the U.S. putting a hold on the UAE's billion-dollar AI chip deal, despite UAE assurances.
Artificial intelligence
Cryptocurrency
fromcointelegraph.com
9 months ago

Why crypto millionaires are moving to the UAE (these 5 reasons explain everything)

The UAE's tax-free environment and supportive regulations attract global crypto investors seeking a luxurious lifestyle.
#middle-east
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
10 months ago

Ressence Unveils TYPE 9 S75, a Sand-Infused Timepiece Celebrating UAE's Natural Heritage | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The TYPE 9 S75 watch blends horological artistry with national unity, featuring real desert sand from all seven Emirates embedded in its dial.
UX design
Marketing tech
fromEntrepreneur
10 months ago

UAE Tech Firm Launches Country's First Ad Exchange Platform To Combat Ad Fraud | Entrepreneur

VeraViews introduces UAE's first local Ad Exchange and SSP to combat ad fraud using blockchain technology.
fromBusiness Matters
10 months ago

Dubai Company Formation: The Tax-Efficient Route for European Startups

European founders are relocating to Dubai in search of lower taxes and streamlined business processes, moving away from the burdensome regulations in their home countries.
European startups
#artificial-intelligence
fromNew York Post
11 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Trump strikes 'historic' deal with UAE to build biggest AI campus outside US

The UAE and US signed an agreement to build the largest AI campus outside the US, allowing expanded access to advanced AI chips.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
10 months ago

This vertical farming startup is bringing fresh produce-and international competitors-to the Dubai desert

Pure Harvest Smart Farms successfully revolutionized vertical farming in the UAE, overcoming initial skepticism and competition to become a leading ag-tech player in the region.
#openai
fromTheregister
10 months ago

Stargate's first offshore datacenters to land in UAE

OpenAI's Stargate UAE facility is set to make the Emirates the first country to enable nationwide ChatGPT access, significantly enhancing AI infrastructure for the region.
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

OpenAI's Sam Altman rips 'naive' critics of Trump-backed AI chip deals with UAE, Saudi Arabia

Sam Altman supports Trump's AI deals with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, defending them against critics he deems 'naïve.'
#architecture
fromArchDaily
11 months ago
UX design

Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils Design of Oystra Mixed-Use Development in the United Arab Emirates

fromArchDaily
11 months ago
UX design

Zaha Hadid Architects Unveils Design of Oystra Mixed-Use Development in the United Arab Emirates

Washington DC
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Hair-flipping dancers welcome Trump to UAE: 'I love it!'

Trump's visit to the UAE featured a traditional performance showcasing local culture, highlighting the region's efforts to impress the U.S. president.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 months ago

US to fast-track investments from Middle East before Trump trip: Report

In light of President Trump's strong rapport with GCC nations, recent talks have emerged to expedite investment from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar, resulting in anticipated economic benefits.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 months ago

UAE denies supplying Sudan paramilitaries with Chinese arms

The United Arab Emirates is aware of a misleading report published by a non-governmental organisation regarding allegations surrounding the presence of AH-4 howitzer systems in Sudan. The UAE strong rejects the suggestion that it is supplying weaponry to any party involved in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, Aljaberi said.
US news
Travel
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
11 months ago

Visiting Abu Dhabi: Everything You Need To Know To Enjoy Yourself | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Abu Dhabi offers a unique blend of culture, hospitality, and modern attractions that is accessible year-round, especially from November to March.
Cryptocurrency
fromBoston.com
11 months ago

Warren pushes investigation into Trump family crypto deal

Senators Warren and Merkley are urging an investigation into a deal linked to the Trump family and Emirati interests over national security concerns.
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