Dubai Picks Weekly — 05 Jan – 11 Jan 2026

05 Jan 2026 — 11 Jan 2026

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Aldar prices $1bn hybrid notes to fund expansion 10 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   Aldar Properties PJSC has priced $1 billion of subordinated dated hybrid notes, securing long-term capital to support its expansion plans as demand for Gulf real estate assets continues to draw global invest...
UAE rail plans revealed, Saudi markets open up and Dubai property holds firm – 10 things you missed this week 09 Jan — From UAE passenger rail and Saudi market reforms to Dubai property trends and GCC shifts, here are 10 essential stories this week The post UAE rail plans revealed, Saudi markets open up and Dubai property holds firm – 10 things you m....
Dubai launches world’s first Creators Competition: X Originals with $500,000 prize pool 09 Jan — Dubai launches the world’s first Creators Competition: X Originals with a $500,000 prize pool, unveiled at the 1 Billion Followers Summit The post Dubai launches world’s first Creators Competition: X Originals with $500,000 prize pool appe....
Dubai hosts 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 as global creator audience hits 3.5bn 09 Jan — Dubai hosts 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 as its global audience grows to 3.5bn, with over 30,000 attendees and a focus on Content for Good The post Dubai hosts 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 as global creator audience hits 3.5bn appear....
Iran flights from UAE and Qatar cancelled amid rising tensions 09 Jan — Flydubai and Qatar Airways flights from the UAE and Qatar to Iran have been cancelled amid rising tensions and widespread protests The post Iran flights from UAE and Qatar cancelled amid rising tensions appeared first on Arabian Business:.....
Dubai luxury surge as Palm Jumeirah villa bought for $3m sells for $6.5m in 13 months 09 Jan — Dubai proptech SmartCrowd flips Palm Jumeirah villa bought for $3m into a $6.54m sale in just 13 months, delivering over 25% ROI The post Dubai luxury surge as Palm Jumeirah villa bought for $3m sells for $6.5m in 13 months appeared first.....
Dubai homebuyers prioritise location and lifestyle over price – report 09 Jan — Over 63% of buyers now prioritise long-term value when making purchasing decisions, reflecting a shift in the emirate’s real estate market The post Dubai homebuyers prioritise location and lifestyle over price – report appeared first on Ar....
Union Properties launches Mirdad Tower 2 in Dubai Motor City 09 Jan — Mirdad Tower 2 brings high-rise living and integrated amenities to the expanding Mirdad development The post Union Properties launches Mirdad Tower 2 in Dubai Motor City appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, R....
flydubai turns to AI-driven technology to sharpen ground operations 09 Jan — New partnership with ZestIoT aims to improve turnaround efficiency, collaboration and passenger experience as the airline continues to expand The post flydubai turns to AI-driven technology to sharpen ground operations appeared first on Ar....
ADFD launches $2bn global water finance drive 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has unveiled a new financing push aimed at reshaping how water projects are funded and delivered across developing economies, signalling a shift towards larger-scale capital mo...
UAE passenger rail network set for launch 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai UAE’s national railway operator Etihad Rail has outlined the rollout of the country’s first passenger railway network, marking a significant expansion of the federal transport system that will connect 1...
Lenovo shows light-powered keyboard and mouse 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Lenovo has lifted the curtain on a self-charging keyboard and mouse concept that draws power entirely from indoor light, a move that signals how peripheral design is being rethought as offices push for lower energy...
Turkish Airlines anchors multibillion-lira expansion drive 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Turkish Airlines has broken ground on a broad package of infrastructure projects valued at more than 100 billion lira, signalling a long-term commitment to expand capacity, resilience and training as global aviatio...
Sharjah libraries close centennial year celebrations 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Sharjah Public Libraries has drawn its centennial programme to a close after a year of events that traced a century of public access to knowledge in the emirate, ending with a children’s puppet theatre perfor...
Humid, unsettled weather expected across UAE 09 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Humid and changeable conditions are set to prevail across the UAE from Friday through Tuesday, with partly cloudy skies, the possibility of mist or light fog during early hours, and a chance of isolated rainfall, p...
Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East set for Dubai return 08 Jan — Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East will stage its opening rounds of the 2026 season at Dubai Autodrome on 24 and 25 January, bringing one of the region’s most competitive one-make racing championships back to the United Arab Emirates after an....
Yarbo advances modular yard robotics vision 08 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Las Vegas — Yarbo used CES 2026 to sharpen its pitch that outdoor maintenance can be handled by a single, adaptable robot rather than a shed full of specialised machines. The company presented updates to its....
Dubai real estate holds firm in 2025 as prices, rents and ROI climb: top areas revealed 08 Jan — Dubai real estate stayed on growth path in 2025, with steady demand, rising prices and resilient rentals across ready, off-plan and short-term The post Dubai real estate holds firm in 2025 as prices, rents and ROI climb: top areas revealed....
Smile, you’re on trashcam: Dubai pilots AI smart system to monitor waste violations 08 Jan — Dubai Municipality launches AI-powered smart camera system to monitor waste violations, improve cleanliness and speed up enforcement The post Smile, you’re on trashcam: Dubai pilots AI smart system to monitor waste violations appeared firs....
Alcazar advances talks to buy Egypt wind asset 08 Jan — Greenlogue/AP Dubai-based Alcazar is edging closer to acquiring Egypt’s Gabel El-Zeit wind farm after submitting the highest bid among contenders, according to people familiar with the negotiations. Discussions are under way with the....
EXCLUSIVE: Dubai-born Rove Hotels eyes Saudi, Oman, Egypt growth as lifestyle hospitality gains ground 08 Jan — Homegrown brand Rove Hotels targets expansion across Oman, Egypt and Saudi Arabia as the lifestyle hotel segment matures in the Middle East The post EXCLUSIVE: Dubai-born Rove Hotels eyes Saudi, Oman, Egypt growth as lifestyle hospitality.....
Abu Dhabi group backs global media tech fund 08 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Abu Dhabi’s Ethmar International Holding has partnered with Guggenheim Brothers Media to launch a multi-million-dollar investment fund aimed at backing emerging media and technology companies, positioning the...
UAE growth outlook strengthened to 5% 08 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Economic momentum across the UAE is building faster than earlier projections, with gross domestic product expected to expand by about 5% this year, outpacing the global average and reinforcing the country’s p...
Dubai RTA completes 7km Al Warqa’a 1 road upgrade, boosting traffic flow by up to 30 per cent 07 Jan — Dubai RTA completes 7km traffic expansion works on Al Warqa’a 1 Street, cutting congestion and improving flow by 30 per cent The post Dubai RTA completes 7km Al Warqa’a 1 road upgrade, boosting traffic flow by up to 30 per cent appeared fi....
Parkin signs parking management deal with Spinneys and Waitrose across 6 Dubai locations 07 Jan — Parkin signs new agreement with Spinneys and Waitrose to manage parking at six Dubai retail locations, offering two hours of free parking The post Parkin signs parking management deal with Spinneys and Waitrose across 6 Dubai locations app....
Al-Futtaim Real Estate launches Al Badia Villas residential community at Dubai Festival City 07 Jan — New Al Badia Villas development offers 107 premium homes designed for sustainable family living The post Al-Futtaim Real Estate launches Al Badia Villas residential community at Dubai Festival City appeared first on Arabian Business: Lates....
Dubai real estate: Villas, apartments, plots soar in 2025 amid AED86 billion capital gains 07 Jan — Dubai apartment transactions generated AED19.7 billion in value, while villa sales reached AED28.8 billion The post Dubai real estate: Villas, apartments, plots soar in 2025 amid AED86 billion capital gains appeared first on Arabian Busine....
Global Partners launches luxury residential masterplan at Dubai Creek 07 Jan — 127,000 sq m masterplan dedicates 70% of land to open space, with launch scheduled for this year The post Global Partners launches luxury residential masterplan at Dubai Creek appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle E....
DAE lines up seven-year dollar bond sale 07 Jan — Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Ltd has moved to the international debt markets with plans for a benchmark-sized, dollar-denominated Regulation S senior unsecured bond with a seven-year tenor, as the aircraft leasing and aviation services group....
DAE moves ahead with seven-year dollar bond 07 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai Aerospace Enterprise Ltd has moved to the market with a mandate for a benchmark-sized, dollar-denominated Regulation S senior unsecured bond with a seven-year tenor, marking a strategic step in its funding pr...
Motorola sets out foldable and AI push 07 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Motorola used the Lenovo Tech World Showcase alongside CES 2026 to outline a sharpened strategy for premium smartphones, unveiling a new Razr foldable and a broader flagship portfolio designed to embed artificial i...
UAE’s BEYOND Developments on European champion PSG’s sleeve until 2029 07 Jan — The Dubai-based real estate company signs an agreement with one of world’s leading football clubs to become their Premium Sleeve Partner The post UAE’s BEYOND Developments on European champion PSG’s sleeve until 2029 appeared first on Arab....
Saudi market access widens for global investors 07 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   Saudi Arabia will allow all foreign investors to participate directly in its financial markets from February 1, marking a significant liberalisation as the kingdom intensifies efforts to draw sustained overs...
Emirates NBD secures $1bn via sustainability bonds 07 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   Emirates NBD has raised a combined $1 billion through blue and green sustainability-linked bonds, signalling sustained investor appetite for environmentally themed debt from the Gulf’s largest banking....
Dubai to reopen Jumeirah Beach 1 after major infrastructure and lifestyle upgrade 06 Jan — Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai Municipality’s Jumeirah Beach 1 project, now more than 95 per cent complete and set to open next month The post Dubai to reopen Jumeirah Beach 1 after major infrastructure and lifestyle upgrade appeared first on....
Dubai RTA launches four new bus routes and upgrades 70 services from January 9 06 Jan — Dubai RTA will launch four new bus routes and upgrade more than 70 existing services from January 9 to improve peak-hour mobility The post Dubai RTA launches four new bus routes and upgrades 70 services from January 9 appeared first on Ara....
Dubai targets 90 per cent cashless transactions by 2026 under new DFZ-DOF agreement 06 Jan — Dubai steps up cashless ambitions as Department of Finance and Free Zones Council sign deal to advance digital payments by 2026 The post Dubai targets 90 per cent cashless transactions by 2026 under new DFZ-DOF agreement appeared first on.....
Dubai property market passes $147bn in 2025 as transactions surge 06 Jan — Dubai residential property market reached $147.4bn in 2025 as transactions rose to 200,779, led by off-plan demand The post Dubai property market passes $147bn in 2025 as transactions surge appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News o....
Dubai property market pass $147bn in 2025 as transactions surge 06 Jan — Dubai residential property market reached $147.4bn in 2025 as transactions rose to 200,779, led by off-plan demand The post Dubai property market pass $147bn in 2025 as transactions surge appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on.....
Dubai’s RTA opens Al Ruwayyah Yard to tackle unregulated parking 06 Jan — New dedicated facility for caravans, boats and trailers aims to improve traffic flow, safety and the city’s visual appeal The post Dubai’s RTA opens Al Ruwayyah Yard to tackle unregulated parking appeared first on Arabian Business: L....
Dubai sailing season opens with 43ft race 06 Jan — Dubai’s offshore sailing calendar moves into gear this weekend as Dubai International Marine Club stages the third leg of the Dubai 43-foot Sailing Race, marking the first competitive fixture of the club’s 2026 season and signalling an ear....
Abu Dhabi competition crowns first winners in global composition contest 06 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   Abu Dhabi has announced the inaugural winners of the Abu Dhabi International Competition for Composition, marking a significant step in the emirate’s ambition to position itself as a global centre for....
Dubai’s 1 Billion Followers Summit this week is completely sold out 06 Jan — Featuring speakers like Mr Beast, Will Smith, Max Amini and Lara Trump, the three-day content creators summit starts on Friday The post Dubai’s 1 Billion Followers Summit this week is completely sold out appeared first on Arabian Business:....
Dubai World Trade Centre outlines packed first half calendar 06 Jan — Dubai World Trade Centre has confirmed plans to host 71 events during the first half of 2026, underscoring the emirate’s position as a regional hub for global exhibitions, conferences and large-scale trade gatherings. The schedule reflects....
AQT Arithmos kicks off live quantum hybrid test in DIFC 06 Jan — AQT Arithmos Quantum Technologies Ltd has announced the launch of a live, real-world quantum hybrid test at the Dubai International Financial Centre, signalling a critical step in the commercialisation of advanced quantum computing methods....
Skydive Dubai marks 15 years with a legacy built on scale, safety and experience-led growth 06 Jan — Skydive Dubai exemplifies how experience-led vision, uncompromising safety and strategic partnerships create a world-leading adventure destination The post Skydive Dubai marks 15 years with a legacy built on scale, safety and experience-le....
UAE takes helm of MENAFATF in 2026 06 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai United Arab Emirates will assume the presidency of the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force in 2026, placing the country at the centre of regional efforts to strengthen safeguards against money....
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise closes $2bn acquisition as fleet growth lifts it into top five global lessors 05 Jan — Dubai Aerospace Enterprise closes a $2bn acquisition, grows its fleet by 35 per cent and raises $3.9bn in financing in 2025 The post Dubai Aerospace Enterprise closes $2bn acquisition as fleet growth lifts it into top five global lessors a....
Dubai to host PropTech Connect Middle East as Land Department drives real estate innovation 05 Jan — Dubai Land Department will host PropTech Connect Middle East 2026 in February, accelerating real estate digital transformation The post Dubai to host PropTech Connect Middle East as Land Department drives real estate innovation appeared fi....
Apollo backs QXO with billion-dollar deal 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Apollo Global Management has agreed to anchor an investor group committing more than $1bn to QXO, the building products distributor led by Brad Jacobs, strengthening the company’s balance sheet as it presses....
Belkin bets on cable-free displays with ConnectAir 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Belkin has unveiled a wireless HDMI adapter that removes the need for Wi-Fi networks, aiming to simplify screen sharing in offices, classrooms and homes where reliability and security often trump convenience. Intro...
DIFC strengthens family wealth with new Strategic Advisory Committee 05 Jan — DIFC forms Strategic Advisory Committee for Family Wealth Centre, reinforcing Dubai’s role as global hub for family wealth governance The post DIFC strengthens family wealth with new Strategic Advisory Committee appeared first on Arabian B....
Dubai World Trade Centre sets out H1 2026 mega-events calendar 05 Jan — Dubai World Trade Centre reveals its H1 2026 events calendar with 71 global exhibitions and conferences driving growth The post Dubai World Trade Centre sets out H1 2026 mega-events calendar appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News.....
Dubai Design District to add canal-front homes in massive Meraas masterplan expansion 05 Jan — Meraas expands Dubai Design District with canal-front homes, cultural quarters and green spaces, in design-led waterfront community The post Dubai Design District to add canal-front homes in massive Meraas masterplan expansion appeared fir....
GCC customs data link accelerates trade integration 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai The Gulf Cooperation Council has moved closer to a fully integrated regional market with the launch of the first phase of an electronic customs data linkage system, enabling member states to securely exchange custo...
Samsung outlines smarter kitchens at CES 2026 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Samsung used its “The First Look” showcase at the annual Consumer Electronics Show to signal a strategic shift in how large home appliances fit into everyday life, unveiling FoodNote and a slate of soft...
Sharjah fixes cut-off for traffic black points relief 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Sharjah Police have confirmed that January 10, 2026 will mark the final opportunity for motorists to clear traffic black points accumulated from violations recorded before December 1, 2025, setting a firm deadline....
Dubai tops ranks for most startup friendly city in the Middle East: Report 05 Jan — Dubai ranked third globally, placing it behind San Francisco and Zurich The post Dubai tops ranks for most startup friendly city in the Middle East: Report appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East, Real Estate, Fi....
Oakley Capital secures controlling stake in GLAS 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Private equity investor Oakley Capital has agreed to acquire a controlling interest in Global Loan Agency Services, the London-headquartered provider of loan administration and trustee services to global capital ma...
AFS rolls out phone-based payments across Egypt 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai AFS has launched a SoftPOS, or tap-to-phone, payment solution across Egypt after securing a licence from the Central Bank of Egypt, marking a further step in the country’s push to expand cashless payments and...
Dubai real estate market smashes records with AED686.8bn in sales 05 Jan — A December surge capped a landmark year for Dubai real estate, with more than 215,700 transactions recorded in 2025 The post Dubai real estate market smashes records with AED686.8bn in sales appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News.....
Dubai Police warn public over fake work visa scams 05 Jan — Residents are urged to use only official channels and licensed agencies after reports of fraudulent visa offers The post Dubai Police warn public over fake work visa scams appeared first on Arabian Business: Latest News on the Middle East,....
Gaw Capital Partners and GFH Partners Form JV to Develop UAE Industrial and Logistics Development Platform 05 Jan — HONG KONG SAR/DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 January 2026 – Gaw Capital Partners, a leading multi-asset investment management firm, and GFH Partners, a leading Dubai-based real estate investment....
UAE aviation strengthens economic role through consolidation and innovation 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Aviation in the United Arab Emirates has deepened its role as a strategic pillar of the national economy, with 2025 marking a year of consolidation that underscored the sector’s influence on trade, tourism, l...
OPEC+ sidesteps geopolitics as oil output stays steady 05 Jan — Arabian Post Staff -Dubai   OPEC+ decided to keep its oil production levels unchanged after a brief ministerial meeting on Sunday, opting to focus narrowly on market conditions while avoiding discussion of political strains affecting s...

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