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Dubai&#8217;s EHRDC and CDA signed an MoU to boost employment opportunities for Emiratis. 
The agreement focuses on personalized career guidance and training programs to energize Emiratisation. 
Local employment days will connect job seekers with employers directly in their communities. 
The collaboration aligns with Dubai&#8217;s long-term &#8220;Dubai Social Agenda 33&#8221; and &#8220;Dubai Economic Agenda D33&#8221;. 
Efforts include data-sharing and local events to ensure Emiratis are engaged and empowered.

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Peaq and Pulsar Group are establishing the first-ever Machine Economy Free Zone in UAE. 
This initiative involves machines creating and distributing value within a controlled environment. 
Key concepts include Machine Tokenisation and Universal Basic Ownership driving financial inclusivity. 
The collaboration seeks to position UAE as a hub for blockchain and smart-city innovations. 
Events have showcased emerging technologies, attracting attention from regional leaders and global experts.

GEMS Education launched the Global Education AI Hub in Dubai for AI innovation in learning. 
The hub aims to create practical AI tools for personalised education and improved school management. 
It offers researchers and startups access to vast educational data for real-world AI testing. 
Ethical governance ensures AI developments prioritise student wellbeing and data privacy. 
The initiative invites global experts to reshape education with innovative AI solutions.

Khazna Data Centers partners with NVIDIA to build AI data centres in the MEA region. 
These centres will support NVIDIA&#8217;s Blackwell architecture, ensuring GPU-driven workload capabilities. 
The UAE plans to become a global AI hub, with a 5GW UAE-US AI campus. 
Khazna aims to expand data capacity in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. 
This marks a significant move towards making cutting-edge AI capabilities standard globally.

The UAE&#8217;s Ministry of Industry and advanced Technology joins Noventiq and AWS for Industry 4,0 initiatives. 
AED 3 million will fund AI, machine learning, and IoT-powered digital services. 
This aims to transform 20 national factories into digitally-driven production hubs. 
The collaboration supports the UAE&#8217;s goal of climate-friendly manufacturing and improved efficiency. 
Facilities will demonstrate the benefits of smart technology, diversifying the economy and boosting competitiveness.

Qanooni, a UAE-based legal tech startup, secured $2 million in pre-seed funding. 
Investors include Village Global, Oryx Fund, TA Ventures, and several angel investors. 
Qanooni offers an AI-driven solution for legal professionals to manage paperwork efficiently. 
Founders plan to enhance their AI tools with this new investment capital. 
Securing significant pre-seed funding highlights investor interest in the region&#8217;s tech sector.

CorroHealth will invest in UAE&#8217;s SANTECHTURE to boost smart revenue cycle management solutions. 
The collaboration enhances their AI tech with SANTECHTURE&#8217;s revenue management across GCC markets. 
SANTECHTURE&#8217;s innovative approach, backed by Gulf Capital, gains popularity in the Middle East. 
CorroHealth&#8217;s global reputation bolsters this promising partnership with its health analytics expertise. 
Their combined strengths could transform the healthcare technology landscape in the region.

Dubai&#8217;s real estate sector is bustling, with 95 new projects launched recently. 
In the first quarter, 9,300 units were completed, mostly apartments, highlighting Dubai&#8217;s high-rise trend. 
By year-end, 73,000 more units are expected, with nearly 300,000 by 2028. 
Challenges like construction delays and market changes could impact future housing supply. 
Dubai remains a dynamic property market, attracting both homebuyers and investors.

ADFD&#8217;s 2024 report outlines AED 216,5 billion in global development financing. 
Funding has bolstered renewable energy, infrastructure, and water security, enhancing quality of life. 
ADFD received the UN SIDS Partnerships Award for its renewable energy work in island nations. 
ADEX aided UAE businesses with AED 4 billion, reaching over 40 international markets. 
ADFD&#8217;s investments promote economic growth and job creation across 22 countries.

Dubai’s property market reached AED 54,4 billion in transactions in May, growing nearly 40%. 
Off-plan sales dominated, over 60%, due to flexible payments and community-oriented developments. 
Key neighbourhoods like Jumeirah Village Circle led with 1,800 transactions, averaging AED 1,07 million. 
Sub-4% fixed-rate mortgages and international interest enhance the market&#8217;s appeal. 
Population growth in Dubai fuels demand for rentals and home ownership, keeping the market stable.

Dubai and Thailand trade ties grow, with Thai investments reaching $626 million in recent years. 
Opening of Dubai International Chamber&#8217;s office in Bangkok aims to boost UAE business presence in Asia. 
Non-oil trade between the two surged by 23%, highlighting Thailand&#8217;s significance for Dubai&#8217;s strategy. 
A delegation of Emirati companies visited Thailand, potentially enhancing commercial connections. 
Dubai Chambers plans to establish 50 overseas locations by 2030 to strengthen global business networks.

Ransomware attacks and data breaches are increasingly challenging businesses globally, according to Rubrik Zero Labs. 
Rubrik and Rackspace Technology have joined forces to create the Rackspace Cyber Recovery Service. 
This service aims to rapidly restore data and workloads after cyber attacks in the cloud. 
Using AI and zero-trust frameworks, the service offers swift, automated recovery and security solutions. 
Launching in April 2025, this solution is crucial for adapting to complex digital transformation risks.

Injaz Real Estate and Dubai Land Department simplify Ejari registration via WhatsApp. 
The AQARI platform upgrade supports Dubai&#8217;s move towards digital-first real estate solutions. 
Users can manage tenancy documents remotely, enhancing convenience for landlords and tenants. 
Security remains a priority with government-linked channels ensuring data protection. 
This initiative aligns with Dubai&#8217;s goal of maintaining its global real estate leadership.

Commercial leasing in the UAE surged 50.4% year-on-year in Q1 2025. 
Office leasing leads the charge with a 62,7% increase and over 101,000 new deals. 
Reforms like 100% foreign ownership make UAE&#8217;s market &#8220;strategically compelling&#8221; for investors. 
Residential property is booming too, with villa transactions up nearly 52%. 
Chestertons MENA reports structured growth across all property segments, showing investor confidence.

Mamo, a UAE fintech startup, surpassed AED 1,2 billion in total transactions. 
The company offers simplified financial solutions specifically for SMEs, building trust in the community. 
Mamo plans to launch a credit card for SMEs to provide flexible credit and spend insights. 
Their digital-first, agile approach meets the modern needs of businesses, contrasting traditional payment systems. 
Licensed by DFSA in 2022, Mamo illustrates the region&#8217;s rapidly evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

Ripple&#8217;s stablecoin, RLUSD, gains approval from Dubai Financial Services Authority as a crypto token. 
The approval marks RLUSD&#8217;s credibility, reflecting Ripple&#8217;s commitment to compliance and trustworthiness. 
Designed for enterprise, RLUSD aims to enhance cross-border payments with speed and cost-efficiency. 
RLUSD joins Ripple&#8217;s payments solution, supporting Dubai&#8217;s growing fintech ecosystem and international trade. 
Ripple partners with local firms to offer blockchain-backed services and tokenise property deeds in Dubai.

Khalifa Fund and Inovartic Investment have joined forces to develop the UAE’s gaming industry. 
They plan to provide incubation programmes, training, funding, and resources for emerging gaming businesses. 
The collaboration aims to highlight Emirati culture, embedding local storytelling traditions into games. 
This initiative supports the UAE’s creative economy, nurturing talent and innovation in gaming. 
Joint events and a streamlined commercialisation pipeline will enhance global competitiveness for startups.

Dubai&#8217;s Future District Fund raised $1,65 billion in 2024, supporting over 190 startups. 
Initiatives aim to boost Dubai’s digital economy through innovation and advanced technology. 
DFDF embarked on 12 &#8216;Fund of Funds&#8217; partnerships, uniting public and private sectors. 
Plans focus on connecting startups with investors and international markets, enhancing collaboration. 
Dubai&#8217;s vision is to establish itself as a global innovation and technology hub.

Endeavor launches the UAE&#8217;s inaugural Unicorn Builder programme to support promising local startups. 
The programme partners with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism and Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. 
Ten startups, collectively raising over $100 million, join the first cohort after thorough selection. 
Women co-founders lead three of these businesses, highlighting growing diversity in the UAE. 
Personalised mentoring, workshops, and strategic support aim to transform startups into global giants.

Mergers and acquisitions in the UAE are booming, with 63 deals in early 2025. 
Significant economic reforms are driving growth in technology and consumer-based sectors. 
Major deals include a $12,4 billion Truist Insurance Holdings acquisition by a powerful consortium. 
The UAE captured 60% of inbound M&amp;A in MENA, demonstrating strong international investor interest. 
The country is emerging as a key hub for global financial transactions and investments.

Sustainable startup Bloomspoon secured an 800,000-dirham investment on &#8220;Shark Tank Dubai&#8221;. 
They offered 49% equity to Tawfik Kreidieh, CEO of The Brands for Less. 
Bloomspoon creates plantable cutlery from wheat straw, replacing single-use plastics innovatively. 
Funds will expand production, enter new markets, and aim for B Corp certification. 
Their green ethos resonates with customers seeking sustainable solutions to plastic waste.