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Technology
UAE’s Smart City Projects Are Expanding – But Integration Remains a Challenge
The UAE has invested over AED 30 billion in smart city projects across its emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi…
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Sports
The Hidden Economics Behind Hosting Global Sporting Events in the UAE
The UAE has transformed into a global sports powerhouse, hosting prestigious events from Formula 1 to tennis championships that generate…
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Local & Public Affairs
How UAE Handles the Death of an Expat With No Family in the Country
When an expat dies in the UAE without family present, authorities follow a systematic protocol to handle the situation. The…
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Local & Public Affairs
The Real Reason Rent in Ajman Has Doubled While Salaries Have Not
Rent in Ajman has increased by approximately 100% over the past five years while average salaries have remained largely stagnant.…
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Business & Investment
UAE’s Golden Visa Demand Surges Again – But Approval Patterns Have Changed
The UAE Golden Visa program has witnessed an unprecedented surge in applications during 2026, with official data showing a 45%…
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Technology
The Quiet Rise of Open-Source AI Projects Coming Out of the Emirates
Over 120 open-source AI projects have emerged from UAE organizations since 2020, with GitHub repositories from Emirates-based developers gaining more…
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Local & Public Affairs
Why Dubai’s Public Schools Are Losing Students to an Unexpected Competitor
Dubai’s public schools have seen enrollment decline by 12% over the past three years, with thousands of students leaving for…
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Business & Investment
Why High-Net-Worth Russians Are Still Investing in Dubai Despite Sanctions Pressure
Russian investment in Dubai reached AED 24.7 billion in 2026, a 12% increase from 2024 levels, despite international sanctions targeting…
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Technology
How UAE’s Data Localization Rules Are Reshaping Global Cloud Strategies
The UAE’s data localization requirements are fundamentally transforming how global cloud providers operate in the Gulf market. These regulations mandate…
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Local & Public Affairs
UAE Expats Share Their Worst Visa Renewal Horror Stories of 2026
The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship processed over 1.2 million visa renewals in the first quarter of 2026 alone.…
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