Tracking the Pulse of MENA Economies.

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Egypt Accelerates 341km Sinai Railway to Connect Industry, Communities and Ports

Egypt is accelerating work on a 341-kilometre railway linking Bir al-Abd, Arish and Ras El-Naqab near Taba Airport,

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Mark Steward, Chief Executive of the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), on the sidelines of Dubai FinTech Summit 2026. Image courtesy: WAM

Emirates NBD Allocates Half Its Technology Budget to AI as Dubai Adoption Grows

Emirates NBD has allocated approximately 50% of its technology budget to artificial intelligence, highlighting the growing importance of

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Saudi Non-Oil Activities Grow 1.9% as GDP Falls 3.8% in Q3 2026

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil activities expanded by 1.9% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2026, providing support to the economy as

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Sam Altman Calls UAE World’s Most Forward-Looking Country for AI Adoption

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has described the UAE as the world’s most forward-looking country for artificial intelligence adoption, praising its

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UAE Plans Up to $54.5 Billion in Energy Investment by 2030

The UAE plans to invest AED150 billion to AED200 billion—approximately $40.8 billion to $54.5 billion—in its energy sector by 2030,

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UAE Treasury Sukuk and Bonds Auction Attracts AED4.54 Billion in Bids

The UAE’s October 2026 Treasury sukuk and bonds auction attracted AED4.54 billion in bids, approximately $1.24 billion, against a combined

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Egypt Accelerates 341km Sinai Railway to Connect Industry, Communities and Ports

Egypt is accelerating work on a 341-kilometre railway linking Bir al-Abd, Arish and Ras El-Naqab near Taba Airport, aiming to strengthen passenger transport, freight

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Emirates NBD Allocates Half Its Technology Budget to AI as Dubai Adoption Grows

Emirates NBD has allocated approximately 50% of its technology budget to artificial intelligence, highlighting the growing importance of AI in banking as adoption accelerates

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Saudi Non-Oil Activities Grow 1.9% as GDP Falls 3.8% in Q3 2026

Saudi Arabia’s non-oil activities expanded by 1.9% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2026, providing support to the economy as a steep decline in

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Sam Altman Calls UAE World’s Most Forward-Looking Country for AI Adoption

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has described the UAE as the world’s most forward-looking country for artificial intelligence adoption, praising its embrace of the technology

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Columnists

Wallstreet Editorial

Egypt Accelerates 341km Sinai Railway to Connect Industry, Communities and Ports

Business

Business

Binance Hit by $6.3 Billion Crypto Theft, Pledges to Cover Customer Losses

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Faraday Future Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreements with Six Regional Partners, Advancing Middle East EAI Robotics Commercialization

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Business·News·Tourism

Pulse Resorts Rules Out Further Maldives Investment as Costs Bite

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Arabia·Business·News

Syria Economy Reforms: Al-Sharaa Targets $200 Billion Economy With Regional Trade Push

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Arabia·Business·Money·News

UAE Banking Risk Rules: Central Bank Tightens Measures to Prevent App and Card Disruptions

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Arabia·Business·News

UAE Housing Costs Ease as Dubai and Abu Dhabi Rents Cool

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World

US Troop Deaths in Iran War Rise to 16 Amid Escalating Conflict

US troop deaths have climbed to 16 after two more American service members were killed in Jordan, underscoring the growing human cost of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

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Trump Iran Warning: US Renews Military Threat

President Donald Trump has renewed his warning that the United States could resort to military action

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Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief

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Trump and Rubio Warn Iraq Against Reinstating Nouri al-Maliki

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, former US President Donald Trump has issued a stern

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Politics

US Troop Deaths in Iran War Rise to 16 Amid Escalating Conflict

US troop deaths have climbed to 16 after two more American service members were killed in Jordan, underscoring the growing human cost of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.

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US Warned Iran of Israeli Plot, Report Claims

The United States reportedly warned Iran through regional intermediaries about an alleged Israeli plot targeting two senior Iranian negotiators during sensitive ceasefire talks. According to reports citing The New York Times, US

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Iran, US Split on Sanctions Relief Ahead of March Talks

TEHRAN: Iran and the United States remain divided over the scope and sequencing of sanctions relief

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Turkey and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Support for Syria’s Sovereignty

Turkey and Saudi Arabia have once again underscored their shared position on the importance of safeguarding

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Videos

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Op-Ed: Gaza at Two Years – Scarred by War, Clinging to Hope

Opinion

Saudi Arabia’s Investment Mirage: When Vision 2030 Collides With a Harsh Global Reality

by Wallstreet Editorial

What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

by Sayed Quadri

India and China: The Fragile Art of Moving from Conflict to Cooperation

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Technology

A collage of 28 diverse professionals, men and women in business and traditional attire, under the title "Pioneers 2025 E-commerce" in Arabic and English.

UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth in 2025

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UAE Leads MENA in E-Commerce Growth in 2025 The UAE e-commerce market has taken the top

Saudi AI Ecosystem Expands With LEAP East Launch

The Best Software Companies in the UAE

Unique Properties Partners with AIR to Launch AI-Powered Real Estate Platform

The Best Web Design Companies in the UAE

Yutong Link+ Boosts Fleet Efficiency With AI-Powered Intelligent Management

The Best App Development Companies in the UAE

Nebius to provide AI infrastructure to Microsoft under $17.4B deal

The Best Cloud Service Providers in the UAE

WhatsApp to Allow Chats Without Phone Numbers in Major Privacy Update

Faraday Future Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreements with Six Regional Partners, Advancing Middle East EAI Robotics Commercialization

LG Expands Middle East B2G Business with Expo City Dubai

From Business Tycoon to President: The Many Phases of Donald J. Trump

by Dr. Shahid Siddiqui

Donald Trump Sues BBC for $5 Billion, Citing Alleged Editing Manipulation in ‘Panorama’

by Wallstreet Editorial

A Biography That Tracks the Many Reinventions of Donald J. Trump

by Sayed Quadri

OutdoorAdvertisingUAE.com Expands UAE OOH Platform with Detailed Media, Location and Planning Resources

by Wallstreet Editorial

Emirates Extrusion To Cut Approximately 12,400 Tonnes of CO₂ Through Solar Project

by Wallstreet Editorial

Faraday Future Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreements with Six Regional Partners, Advancing Middle East EAI Robotics Commercialization

by Wallstreet Editorial

Dubai RTA Pedestrian Bridges Plan

by Patricia Renee

Saudi Exchange Top 5 Gainers in 2025

by Sayed Quadri

Nepal Tourism Recovery After Riots

by Patricia Renee

Hussain Khansaheb: UAE Construction Pioneer Passes Away

by Patricia Renee

Saudi PIF Acquires MBC Majority Stake

by Patricia Renee

Saudi Pro League’s Media Rights Deal with IMG Extended to Boost Global Football Reach

by Patricia Renee

Companies

The Best Private Clinics in the UAE

3 months ago

PHOENIX GROUP PLC (UNITED ARAB EMIRATES)

1 year ago

Amlak International for Financing

1 year ago

BHM Capital Financial Services PSC

11 months ago

Incubayt Investments Ltd

10 months ago

The Best Farm Equipment Dealers in the UAE

3 months ago

Abu Dhabi Financial Group LLC

10 months ago

Sharjah, Emirate of

10 months ago

10 Best Excavation Contractors in the UAE for Major Projects

3 months ago

Polarcus Ltd

10 months ago

Frontier Investment Management Partners Ltd

10 months ago

Lunate Holding RSC Ltd

10 months ago

ADCB Finance (Cayman) Ltd

10 months ago

Vastly Valuable Ventures

10 months ago

Equity I Commercial Brokers L.L.C

10 months ago

Tenami Capital Ltd

10 months ago

Lifestyle

Why Thousands of International Patients Choose Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai Over Local Options

Enfield Royal Clinic Dubai has emerged as the premier destination for international medical tourism, attracting thousands

Best Watches of 2025 From the GPHG Awards

12 months ago

Entrepreneurs speaking at Fitness for Founders wellness event hosted by Finanshels and ShopDoc in Dubai

Finanshels & ShopDoc Host UAE Founder Wellness Event

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flydubai Aleppo Flights Resume After 14 Years

flydubai has announced the resumption of daily direct flights to Aleppo, restoring air services to Syria’s

Advertising·Arabia·Business·CAPITAL MARKETS·Economy·Finance·Investments·Middle East

Oman Trade Surplus Holds at $5.4bn in April

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Oman’s trade surplus remained above $5 billion during the first four months of 2026 as merchandise exports continued to exceed imports despite weaker oil and gas earnings. The Oman trade surplus stood

Trump Crypto Deal Earns $500M, Boosts Pakistan Access

by Muhammad Nasir Ahmad

King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, the commercial heart of Saudi Arabia's private investments. photo credited to Arabian News

Saudi Private Markets Draw Record $5.3bn Foreign Capital

by Muhammad Nasir Ahmad

FAB Tier 2 Securities Return to Market Focus

by Wallstreet Editorial

GCC Debt Markets Slow as Geopolitical Risks Rise

by Wallstreet Editorial

Lifestyle

Egypt Accelerates 341km Sinai Railway to Connect Industry, Communities and Ports

Egypt is accelerating work on a 341-kilometre railway linking Bir al-Abd, Arish and Ras El-Naqab near

Emirates NBD Allocates Half Its Technology Budget to AI as Dubai Adoption Grows

11 hours ago

Saudi Non-Oil Activities Grow 1.9% as GDP Falls 3.8% in Q3 2026

11 hours ago

Sam Altman Calls UAE World’s Most Forward-Looking Country for AI Adoption

11 hours ago

UAE Plans Up to $54.5 Billion in Energy Investment by 2030

11 hours ago

UAE Treasury Sukuk and Bonds Auction Attracts AED4.54 Billion in Bids

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Real Estate

Alramz Real Estate Secures SAR300 Million in Sharia-Compliant Credit Facilities

3 months ago

by Wallstreet Editorial

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Artificial Intelligence

Emirates NBD Allocates Half Its Technology Budget to AI as Dubai Adoption Grows

11 hours ago

Economy

Saudi Non-Oil Activities Grow 1.9% as GDP Falls 3.8% in Q3 2026

11 hours ago

Artificial Intelligence

Sam Altman Calls UAE World’s Most Forward-Looking Country for AI Adoption

11 hours ago

Energy

UAE Plans Up to $54.5 Billion in Energy Investment by 2030

1 day ago

Finance

UAE Treasury Sukuk and Bonds Auction Attracts AED4.54 Billion in Bids

1 day ago

Energy

Africa Energy Bank Established With $5 Billion Authorised Capital

SAL Air Cargo Deal Boosts Saudi-China Logistics

Saudi Arabia’s SAL Logistics Services has signed a strategic partnership with China’s SF Airlines to strengthen air freight operations, marking another milestone in the Kingdom’s efforts to expand its logistics sector and

2 months ago

Aviation·Travel

British Airways Dubai Flights to Resume in November

British Airways will resume flights to Dubai on November 3, 2026, restoring its direct connection between

Aviation·Business·CAPITAL MARKETS·Commerce·Companies in UAE·Consumer News·Economy·Industry·Middle East·News

flydubai Aleppo Flights Resume After 14 Years

4 months ago

flydubai has announced the resumption of daily direct flights to Aleppo, restoring air services to Syria’s second-largest city after a 14-year suspension and expanding its regional network. The flydubai Aleppo flights are

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