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The Abu Dhabi Government has launched an AI training programme for every government employee as well as the wider public, built with OpenAI, Microsoft and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).

The International Monetary Fund has reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan on reviews of some of its lending programs, potentially unlocking about $1.21 billion in financing pending board approval, the fund said on Wednesday.

The African Union launched the continent's first credit rating agency on Wednesday, seeking to provide an alternative to the "big three" global ratings agencies as debt burdens weigh on many African economies.

The UAE telecommunications group e& has reverted its name to Etisalat in an effort to return to its "roots" following its 50th anniversary.

Dubai Retail, under Dubai Holding Asset Management, has unveiled Skylight Mall, a shopping destination set to open on Al Khail Road in 2027.

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has inaugurated the 30th edition of Beautyworld Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

DP World has secured a 10-year extension to its concession to operate the multipurpose terminal at Angola’s Port of Luanda, extending the term through to 2051.

The UAE's Economic Partnership Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) has officially come into force, opening up preferential access to markets in Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Russia.

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Ras Al Khaimah’s long-term credit rating at A+ and raised its economic growth forecast for 2026.

Group of Seven (G7) countries agreed on Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency reserves and pledged to refrain from energy export restrictions after pressure from US President Donald Trump.

Altair-1, the first commercial satellite built in the UAE, has successfully launched into orbit, marking a major milestone for the country's growing private space sector.

The Ministry of Finance has announced the official listing and commencement of secondary-market trading for its second five-year Sovereign Retail T-Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai on Friday, following the successful completion of subscription, allocation, and settlement.

Abu Dhabi has announced plans to invest AED 300 million to upgrade its public transport system with smart tech.

A US judge has entered an order on Wednesday allowing Paramount to close its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., ending a months-long holdup, as the company named Mattel's Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO to help run the combined business.

Alphabet's Google has announced a new top-tier artificial intelligence model to anchor its Gemini 4 generation of models on Wednesday in a fresh bid to catch up to rivals Anthropic and OpenAI in the AI race.

The UAE General Budget Committee has reviewed the draft federal budget framework for the 2027-2029 fiscal period as part of preparations for the government's next medium-term strategic plan.

Aldar and Arada have signed a AED 15 billion partnership to develop premium residential communities in Abu Dhabi's Yas Island and Seih Sdeirah.

In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued a decree forming the Board of Directors of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD).

Eleven agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed as the inaugural Al Ain Future Business Forum concluded at ADNEC Centre Al Ain.

The UAE and Argentina have announced the launch of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a new step in efforts to deepen trade and investment relations.

Meraas, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract worth nearly AED 1 billion to GCC Contracting to build 272 villas and townhouses in Phase 7 of Nad Al Sheba Gardens.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday has unveiled a small handheld gadget called Meta Charm for using its new Muse AI assistant, taking the company's hardware efforts beyond its successful smart glasses.

The Central Bank of the UAE has imposed strict enforcement measures on the UAE branches of Bank Melli Iran following violations of regulatory requirements, including legislation related to anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism and proliferation financing.

A free trade agreement between India and New Zealand, signed in April, will come into force on October 20, Indian trade minister Piyush Goyal said on Monday, as New Delhi seeks to boost exports and attract investment amid shifts in global trade.

Parkin has partnered with Dubai Health to implement a smart parking management system across its facilities, with the first phase launched at Rashid Hospital on Monday.

Senior US and Chinese officials began talks in New York on Sunday aimed at preparing potential agreements ahead of a summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping this week.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum will bring together 1,000 government and private-sector leaders at Dubai World Trade Centre on Wednesday.

A logistics corridor linking Sharjah and Oman handled around AED 1.7 billion worth of cargo during its first three months of operation.

Berkshire Hathaway said on Friday that Warren Buffett will step down as chairman and become chairman emeritus, effective immediately, nine months after handing the CEO reins to longtime lieutenant Greg Abel.

Expo 2020 Dubai has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Expo 2020 Dubai and the United Nations Global Compact are joining forces to hold a Sustainable Development Goals Business Forum.

More than 2,500 online travel agents, tour operators, hotel groups and airlines have signed on as Authorised Ticket Resellers (ATRs) for Expo 2020 Dubai.

A spectacular line-up of sights, sounds and tastes await visitors at Expo 2020 Dubai, through a series of specially curated itineraries.

Apple on Tuesday launched the iPhone 12 with faster 5G connectivity, which the company hopes will spur a wave of upgrades and keep its sales booming through the end of the year.