Dubai Picks Weekly — 06 Oct – 12 Oct 2025

06 Oct 2025 — 12 Oct 2025

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Crypto Market Suffers Record $19 Billion Liquidation Blow 11 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Cryptocurrency markets endured a historic collapse as leveraged positions were liquidated en masse – over 1.6 million traders wiped out $19.13 billion in bets within 24 hours, data from Coinglass shows. The c...
Saudia Opens Direct Riyadh–Moscow Link Amid Deepening Ties 11 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudia’s first direct passenger flight from Riyadh to Moscow landed in the Russian capital on Friday, inaugurating a scheduled service that underscores a rising rapprochement between Saudi Arabia and Russia.....
Saudia Touches Down First Direct Riyadh–Moscow Service 11 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Saudia’s inaugural direct passenger flight from Riyadh to Moscow landed on Friday at Sheremetyevo airport, signalling a new chapter in Saudi–Russian air connectivity. The airline plans to operate three....
DOOGEE Unveils Rugged Green Tech at GITEX 2025 11 Oct — Dubai — DOOGEE is rolling out a bold “Tech For Nature” showcase at GITEX GLOBAL 2025, positioning itself at the intersection of rugged devices and sustainability. From 13 to 17 October, the company will host its exhibit at booth A40 in Hal....
East Africa’s AI Moment Ignites at Dubai Expo 10 Oct — Dubai’s GITEX GLOBAL 2025 is turning the spotlight on East Africa as a rising force in the artificial intelligence landscape, with regional governments and private players leveraging the event to signal ambition across infrastructure, AI r....
New Saudi visa rules, new mall in Dubai, UK talent exodus, UAE record property sales – 10 stories you missed this week 10 Oct — Saudi Arabia’s new visa rules, Dubai’s $4.2bn mall launch, record UAE property sales, and more — here are the top 10 stories this week The post New Saudi visa rules, new mall in Dubai, UK talent exodus, UAE record property sales – 10 stori....
Global credit crisis will gut Dubai property like 2008 10 Oct — Matein Khalid Private equity and money center banks on Wall Street are in free fall even as the private credit market is in classic contagion mode, without a lender of the last resort for overleveraged shadow banks/hedge funds whose illiqui...
Dubai property sales soar 379.9% in five years to $136bn 10 Oct — Dubai real estate sales hit $136bn in the first nine months of 2025, up 379.9 per cent in five years as investor demand fuels record growth The post Dubai property sales soar 379.9% in five years to $136bn appeared first on Arabian Busines....
British Airways launches new lounge design in Dubai as part of GBP7bn transformation 10 Oct — The new lounge, developed by global architecture and design firm Gensler and delivered by UAE-based contractor Al Tayer Stocks, is aiming to merge heritage and modernity The post British Airways launches new lounge design in Dubai as part.....
India-UAE Innovation Alliance Takes Centre Stage at GITEX 2025 10 Oct — India is dispatching over 450 technology firms and startups to GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai, anchoring the India Pavilion under the aegis of ESC. The pavilion will span multiple halls and spotlight more than 100 Indian enterprises across sec....
Hytera pushes AI-enabled comms into Gulf security space 10 Oct — Dubai — Hytera Communications unveiled a slate of artificial intelligence-driven communication tools designed specifically for public safety, law enforcement and defence sectors in the Gulf region, ahead of its showcase at GITEX Global 202....
Sharjah Moves to Re-tap China Debt Markets with Panda Bond Plan 10 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Government of Sharjah, rated Ba1/BBB–/AAA by Moody’s, S&P and Lianhe respectively, has mandated several major banks to explore a new Panda Bond issuance in China’s onshore bond market. The Fin...
ADQ Positions Itself as Key Contender in Catania Airport Sale 10 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund ADQ has shown preliminary interest in acquiring a majority stake in SAC, the operator of Catania Airport in Sicily, sources said, as investor focus intensifies on Italy&rsquo...
UAE Airports to Test Traveller Digital Wallet at Zayed 10 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi Airports, Al Hail Holding and technology partner Xare have signed a memorandum of understanding to pilot a regulated digital wallet for inbound visitors at Zayed International Airport, aiming to streamlin...
Dubai real estate: Property market records strong growth in ultra-prime home sales in Q3 2025 10 Oct — The growth was led by increased demand in the luxury segment in Dubai, which registered 17 transactions priced above $25 million The post Dubai real estate: Property market records strong growth in ultra-prime home sales in Q3 2025 appeare....
Lyft Teams Up with Tensor Auto to Launch Robotaxis in 2027 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Lyft Inc. has entered into a partnership with the autonomous vehicle company Tensor Auto Inc. to introduce a fleet of robotaxis across North America and Europe by 2027. The companies aim to reshape the transportati...
TAG Heuer Unveils New Smartwatch with Custom OS 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai TAG Heuer is stepping up its game in the smartwatch market with the release of its latest model, the Connected Calibre E5. This new iteration marks a significant departure from the brand’s previous reliance o...
Nvidia Achieves Historic $4.75 Trillion Market Valuation 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Nvidia Corporation has officially reached a market valuation exceeding $4.75 trillion, marking a significant milestone for the company and the broader technology sector. The chipmaker, renowned for its innovations....
Silver Prices Reach Unprecedented Highs Amid Global Economic Turmoil 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Silver prices have surged to an all-time high of $49.57 per ounce as of October 8, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the precious metals market. This unprecedented surge is attributed to a confluence of fact...
Nusr-Et restaurants in UAE to remain open despite UK and US closures – spokesman 09 Oct — Salt Bae’s Nusr-Et chain still thriving in Middle East despite financial woes elsewhere, with new Dubai Mall branch confirmed, says senior regional executive The post Nusr-Et restaurants in UAE to remain open despite UK and US closures &#8....
Dubai and Abu Dhabi property sales hit record $52.8bn in Q3, top neighbourhoods revealed 09 Oct — Dubai and Abu Dhabi real estate hit record $52.8bn in Q3 2025, led by off-plan sales and top neighbourhoods like Palm Jumeirah The post Dubai and Abu Dhabi property sales hit record $52.8bn in Q3, top neighbourhoods revealed appeared first....
Dubai at heart of $20tn alternative investment boom: DIFC 09 Oct — DIFC report reveals global alternative assets now exceed $20tn, with Dubai emerging as a global hub for high-growth investments The post Dubai at heart of $20tn alternative investment boom: DIFC appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest N....
Your Maternity Insurance in UAE: Smart Planning for a Healthy Beginning! 09 Oct — Having a baby is a joyful journey, but it comes with real medical costs. Maternity insurance helps cover these expenses — from prenatal checkups to delivery and newborn care. In cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, maternity benefits are often....
Nirvana Travel & Tourism partners with Liwa University to enhance educational initiatives 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Nirvana Travel & Tourism has entered into a partnership with Liwa University in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in the expansion of educational opportunities. The Memorandum of Understanding, signed between t...
Al-Twijri Aims to Raise SAR 10m in Nomu Offering 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The subscription window for Abdulaziz Ahmad Al-Twijri Trading Company’s initial public offering on the Nomu–Parallel Market will run from 2 to 9 November 2025, focusing exclusively on qualified investor...
RNTrust Unveils “Infinite Trust” at GITEX 2025 to Bridge Automation and Cyber Defence 09 Oct — The RNTrust Group is set to roll out its digital-trust architecture under the banner “Infinite Trust” at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai. The offering is built around three flagship technology pillars—BOAT orchestration, cyber-intelligence, and....
MENA Surge Drives Branded Residences Higher Globally 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Branded residential developments in the Middle East and North Africa are now capturing a larger share of global signings, with standalone projects set to make up 45 per cent of the regional portfolio—well abo...
Dubai crypto watchdog fines 19 unlicensed firms up to $163,000 09 Oct — Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority fined 19 firms up to $163,000 for unlicensed operations and marketing rule breaches The post Dubai crypto watchdog fines 19 unlicensed firms up to $163,000 appeared first on Arabian Business: Lates....
Emirates Islamic Lists World’s First Sustainability-Linked Sukuk 09 Oct — Nasdaq Dubai has officially welcomed the listing of USD 500 million Sustainability-Linked Financing Sukuk issued by Emirates Islamic, heralding what the bank describes as the world’s first issuance of its kind. The structure is designed to....
ADNOC Pledges AED 158 Billion in Dividend Distributions by 2030 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi National Oil Company announced that its six publicly traded subsidiaries will distribute AED 158 billion in dividends through to 2030, nearly doubling the AED 86 billion cumulative payout since the first....
UAE Central Bank’s Gold Holdings Top AED30 Billion 09 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has boosted its gold reserves by about 32 percent in the first eight months of 2025, pushing the total value to AED 30.329 billion by end-August — a figure not see...
Dubai to host GITEX GLOBAL 2026 at Expo City 08 Oct — Dubai tech show GITEX GLOBAL 2026 will relocate to Expo City Dubai, introducing a new ‘TechCation’ experience blending tech and tourism The post Dubai to host GITEX GLOBAL 2026 at Expo City appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News o....
Abu Dhabi to Unveil AI Health Innovations at GITEX 2025 08 Oct — Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health will present a portfolio of artificial intelligence–based healthcare solutions at the upcoming GITEX Global 2025 event in Dubai. The showcase is intended to reinforce the emirate’s ambitions to lead in digi....
Etihad Rail passenger service on track for 2026 launch after Dubai–Fujairah test 08 Oct — Etihad Rail passenger service completes Dubai–Fujairah test run ahead of its 2026 launch, connecting 11 UAE cities and transforming mobility The post Etihad Rail passenger service on track for 2026 launch after Dubai–Fujairah test appeared....
Dubai’s DEWS savings scheme surpasses $1bn milestone 08 Oct — Dubai DEWS savings plan, managed by DIFC, has exceeded $1bn in assets, benefitting 74,000 employees and advancing long-term economic goals The post Dubai’s DEWS savings scheme surpasses $1bn milestone appeared first on Arabian Business: La....
Law Blocks AI to Showcase Web3 Legal Dispute Platform at Gitex Summit 08 Oct — Law Blocks AI, a UAE-based legal tech startup, is staging an event titled “From Disputes to Digital Trust: ADR Meets AI & Blockchain” on 14 October at Emirates Financial Towers in Dubai, scheduled alongside GITEX and Future Blockchain.....
MENA outpaces global demand for branded living as Dubai cements global lead 08 Oct — According to new data by Global Branded Residences (GBR), the surge marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of branded residences The post MENA outpaces global demand for branded living as Dubai cements global lead appeared first on Arabia....
Dubai to tokenise gold and diamonds under DMCC–VARA partnership 08 Oct — Dubai launches pilot projects to tokenise gold and diamonds under a new DMCC–VARA partnership, advancing the city’s blockchain-driven future The post Dubai to tokenise gold and diamonds under DMCC–VARA partnership appeared first on Arabian....
Dubai Islands hits $1.6bn in H1 sales as investors flock to new waterfront hub 08 Oct — Dubai Islands posts $1.66bn in property sales in H1 2025, confirming its rise as Nakheel’s next global waterfront hub The post Dubai Islands hits $1.6bn in H1 sales as investors flock to new waterfront hub appeared first on Arabian Busines....
Dubai launches new permit giving 10,000 free zone firms access to mainland markets 08 Oct — Dubai unveils a new $1,361 permit allowing free zone firms to operate onshore, boosting cross-jurisdiction business by up to 20 per cent The post Dubai launches new permit giving 10,000 free zone firms access to mainland markets appeared f....
Trade247 Introduces Primetime Trading Technology in Dubai 08 Oct — Demand for Regulated Forex Brokers Grows for UAE Investors Trade247, a broker firm based in Dubai and regulated by the UAE’s Securities and Commodities Authority as well as the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius, has introduce...
UAE’s Emirates Float Glass set to double output with new line 08 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Investments has revealed that its wholly owned subsidiary, Emirates Float Glass, will expand its float-glass manufacturing capacity by launching a second production line that will raise output from 600 tonnes...
Serbia Surges to Tech Spotlight as GITEX Partner Country 08 Oct — Serbia will serve as the Future Digital Economy Partner Country at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai, becoming the first European nation accorded that role. The designation foregrounds Serbia’s ambitions to reposition itself from outsourcing hub.....
OPEC+’s Modest Output Rise Stirs Volatility in Oil Markets 08 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Oil markets climbed modestly on Wednesday as traders digested OPEC+’s decision to raise production by only 137,000 barrels per day from November — a figure widely viewed as cautious and aimed at managin...
PureHealth Bolsters European Reach with HHG Buy-In 08 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi-based PureHealth Holding has finalised the acquisition of a 60 percent stake in Hellenic Healthcare Group, valued at €800 million, in a move that places HHG’s full equity valuation at around &e...
Fly Dubai to Manila for just $1.40 as Cebu Pacific launches 2026 sale 07 Oct — Cebu Pacific offers Dubai to Manila flights for as low as AED5 ($1.36) valid for 2026 travel to 27 Philippine destinations. The post Fly Dubai to Manila for just $1.40 as Cebu Pacific launches 2026 sale appeared first on Arabian Business:.....
Edgecore Unveils AI-Optimised Infrastructure for OCP and GITEX Showcases 07 Oct — Edgecore Networks will reveal its latest open infrastructure solutions at the OCP Global Summit in San Jose and GITEX Global in Dubai, with demonstrations of next-generation AI, networking, and compute platforms designed to ease deployment....
Dubai Airport traffic to hit 124 million passengers by 2032, says CEO Paul Griffiths 07 Oct — Dubai Airport is on track for record traffic, handling 124m passengers by 2032 as the emirate prepares to shift to Al Maktoum International The post Dubai Airport traffic to hit 124 million passengers by 2032, says CEO Paul Griffiths appea....
UAE space sector takes off with $12bn investment and private sector push 07 Oct — UAE invests $12bn in its space sector as Minister Ahmad Al Falasi highlights private participation and global partnerships at Dubai Airshow 2025 The post UAE space sector takes off with $12bn investment and private sector push appeared fir....
Dubai Mall Announces “Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion” 07 Oct — Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited shopping mall, is set to host a landmark event in the global fashion calendar: Dubai Mall Festival of Fashion. Taking place on January 29 and 30, 2026, the two-day event will showcase the very....
DAE Taps Banks for US$ Sukuk Roadshows 07 Oct — Dubai Aerospace Enterprise has enlisted a consortium of international and regional banks to host a series of fixed income investor calls beginning 6 October 2025, with the aim of gauging demand for a potential benchmark 5-year senior unsec....
HOT Systems rolls out PNY-fused hardware at GITEX Global 07 Oct — Omnix International will unveil its HOT Systems suite—built in collaboration with PNY—at GITEX Global Dubai from 13 to 17 October, spotlighting AI workstations, liquid-cooled laptops and a new system-monitoring tool dubbed HOT Guard. Visit....
Dubai Airports Commits to 2035 Universal Accessibility Goal 07 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Airports has announced an extended 10-year strategy aimed at transforming Dubai International and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum into the world’s most accessible and inclusive airports by 2035.....
Goldman Sachs Establishes Kuwait Office in Gulf Expansion Drive 07 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Goldman Sachs has launched a new office in Kuwait, asserting a significant push to enhance its reach across the Middle East and deepen its ties with Gulf-region clients under fresh leadership. The New York-based in...
Dubai Project Launches Surge in September 2025 07 Oct — Dubai Projects Launches Surge in September 2025, Adding Over 10,000 New Units Across Key Districts Dubai’s residential real estate market continued its dynamic expansion in September 2025, recording 36 new project launches totaling more tha...
Goldman Sachs Predicts Gold Could Surge to $4,900 by 2026 07 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Goldman Sachs lifted its December 2026 gold price forecast from $4,300 to $4,900 per ounce, citing strength in Western exchange-traded fund inflows and sustained central bank purchases. Gold’s spot price hove...
Cisco pushes frontier of AI-native infrastructure 07 Oct — Cisco will unveil its latest innovations at GITEX GLOBAL 2025 in Dubai, aiming to equip enterprises across the Middle East and broader region with infrastructure built specifically for the AI era. The showcase focuses on AI-ready data cent....
Global tech giants to gather in Dubai next week for GITEX GLOBAL 2025 07 Oct — World’s largest AI and technology event to spotlight breakthroughs in biotech, data centres, quantum computing, and robotics The post Global tech giants to gather in Dubai next week for GITEX GLOBAL 2025 appeared first on Arabian Business:....
du and Nokia harness AI for smarter optical networks 07 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Telecom operator du and technology vendor Nokia have completed a trial of an artificial intelligence–driven automation system aimed at simplifying and expediting the expansion and management of optical networ...
Service with altitude: Emirates unveils $8m Dubai training centre 07 Oct — Emirates launches its $8m Centre of Hospitality Excellence in Dubai to train 25,000 cabin crew in Michelin-level service The post Service with altitude: Emirates unveils $8m Dubai training centre appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest.....
Dubai launches Founders HQ to power next wave of UAE startups 07 Oct — Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai Founders HQ, a startup hub uniting founders, investors, and innovators under Dubai’s D33 agenda to scale 30 unicorns by 2033 The post Dubai launches Founders HQ to power next wave of UAE startups appeared first....
Primark charts UAE debut with three Dubai outlets 07 Oct — Primark will launch three flagship stores in Dubai in early 2026, marking its first retail foray in the UAE under a franchise partnership with Alshaya Group. The outlets are slated for Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdi....
Emirates Unveils $8 Million Hospitality Hub for Cabin Crew 07 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai has become home to Emirates’ new Centre of Hospitality Excellence, a sophisticated training facility aimed at enhancing service standards across its fleet of nearly 25,000 cabin crew. The development un...
Bahrain to Showcase Start-ups at GITEX Under Tamkeen Banner 07 Oct — The Labour Fund, Tamkeen, has confirmed it will organise the Kingdom of Bahrain’s pavilion at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai, featuring 14 Bahraini technology start-ups and small and medium enterprises alongside the Economic Development Board.....
Logitech Bets Big on AI-Driven Workspaces at GITEX 2025 06 Oct — Logitech will unveil a range of AI-enabled collaboration tools at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai from 13 to 17 October, aiming to show how hardware and software can merge to support hybrid and human-centred work environments. Under its “AI-Ena....
Dubai’s Web3 Summit Set to Ignite Fintech Revolution 06 Oct — Organisers have confirmed that Future Blockchain Summit x Fintech Surge will take place at Dubai Harbour from 12 to 15 October 2025, positioning the event as a central nexus for blockchain, digital assets, and fintech innovation across the....
Dubai real estate: Meraas unveils Nourelle luxury residences with skybridge gardens at Madinat Jumeirah Living 06 Oct — Dubai firm Meraas launches Nourelle at Madinat Jumeirah Living, offering luxury residences with skybridge gardens and panoramic Jumeirah views The post Dubai real estate: Meraas unveils Nourelle luxury residences with skybridge gardens at.....
Dubai real estate: LIV Developers to deliver $626m in luxury homes as new projects launch 06 Oct — Dubai firm LIV Developers to deliver $626m in homes and launch new projects, reinforcing strong investor demand for waterfront living The post Dubai real estate: LIV Developers to deliver $626m in luxury homes as new projects launch appear....
Liquid-Cooling AI Laptops Face Trial by Dubai Heat 06 Oct — Teams at GITEX Global 2025 in Dubai will put liquid-cooled AI laptops under extreme thermal stress, testing whether advanced cooling systems can uphold sustained performance in one of the world’s harshest climates. Omnix International’s HO....
Dubai shopping: Majid Al Futtaim announces new Ghaf Woods Mall, in $4.2bn community 06 Oct — Majid Al Futtaim unveils $4.2bn Ghaf Woods Mall in Dubai, the region’s first forest-integrated retail destination combining luxury and design The post Dubai shopping: Majid Al Futtaim announces new Ghaf Woods Mall, in $4.2bn community appe....
Atelic Unveils ‘Studio’ to Simplify Secure Enterprise AI Rollouts 06 Oct — Atelic today unveiled Atelic Studio, a new toolkit designed to help companies deploy enterprise-grade AI solutions with enhanced security, streamlined integration and measurable business returns. The Dubai-based firm says Studio represents....
iFLYTEK deepens Gulf foothold with flagship AI debut 06 Oct — iFLYTEK is stepping up its engagement in the Middle East, unveiling two flagship AI products at GITEX 2025 in Dubai as part of a broader strategy to localise its offerings and anchor its presence in the region. The company’s showcase spans....
Dubai Airports launches new 10-year accessibility strategy to transform travel by 2035 06 Oct — The strategy aligns with international best practice, the UAE's commitment to the rights of People of Determination (PoD), and Dubai's vision to be a disability-friendly city The post Dubai Airports launches new 10-year accessibility strat....
Dubai Airports launches new 10-year accessibility strategy to transform travel by 2035 06 Oct — The strategy aligns with international best practice, the UAE's commitment to the rights of People of Determination (PoD), and Dubai's vision to be a disability-friendly city The post Dubai Airports launches new 10-year accessibility strat....
Dubai’s New Law Recasts Standards for Engineering Consultancy 06 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai has issued Law No. of 2025 to regulate the professional practice of engineering consultancy firms, forbidding unlicensed operations and introducing a tiered classification system. Under the law, no individual...
Metal for Motors: China Trades Cars for Iranian Copper 06 Oct — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Chinese automakers have revived a barter-style trade with Iran, sending semi-assembled vehicles in exchange for containers of copper and zinc that feed China’s non-ferrous metals sector. This swap, involving....

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