Shamal, a diversified investment firm based in Dubai, has launched a new white paper entitled ‘Understanding the UAE’s Experience Economy’ dissecting the dynamic nature of the experience industry in Dubai and the wider Emirates. The term ‘experience economy’, coined in the late 1990s by white paper contributor B. Joseph Pine II, refers to an economy in
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The Creators HQ launched today at Emirates Towers in Dubai as part of the 1 Billion Followers Summit, marking a major milestone for the global content creation industry. This pioneering initiative seeks to unite content creators and industry leaders worldwide, positioning the UAE as a prime destination for digital media. The Creators HQ aims to
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced an unprecedented milestone that enhances the UAE’s global standing in the aviation sector. Sheikh Zayed Air Navigation Centre successfully surpassed one million air traffic movements in 2024. According to a press statement released by GCAA today, this milestone marks a significant achievement in the UAE’s aviation journey,
Careem Rides, the region’s choice for facilitating reliable, convenient and stress-free everyday commutes through the Careem Everything App, is making it easier than ever for fans to experience the upcoming and much anticipated concerts in Abu Dhabi. With a lineup of exciting concerts just around the corner, Careem Rides is here to facilitate everyday reliable
Banks in the United Arab Emirates have benefited from a strong domestic economy, leading to improved asset quality metrics and lower credit losses, according to an S&P Global Rating report which anticipated that this improvement will persist in 2025. The American credit rating agency anticipated a steady economic growth to continue in the UAE: “As
Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s Federal Export Credit Company, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Al Maryah Community Bank, the country’s first local digital bank licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE). The agreement positions the bank as a key partner of ECI’s ‘Xport Xponential,’ an initiative designed to enhance the
