Why Dubai’s Tech-First Vision Now Includes a Regulated Online Gaming Ecosystem Image by Andre Bellafonte For most of the past decade, the story of Dubai’s economy could be told through fintech rails, free-zone licences, and the cranes still rising over Business Bay. The emirate spent that decade quietly outpacing other Gulf capitals on digital infrastructure, courting blockchain startups, and writing rulebooks for products that did not yet exist anywhere else. What was less obvious, until very recently, was how far that same playbook would stretch. In 2026, it covers a category that almost no one expected to see legitimised inside […]

Dubai is preparing to welcome one of the city’s biggest seasonal shopping events with the launch of the ‘3 Day Super Sale’ from 27th to 31st May, coinciding with the Eid Al Adha holiday, offering discounts of up to 90 percent across more than 500 brands at thousands of stores and online platforms throughout the emirate. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment under the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the event aims to boost retail activity and reinforce Dubai’s position as a global shopping and entertainment destination through offers covering fashion, electronics, beauty products, homeware, jewellery and […]

Student entrepreneur, Yasmine Farra from the Forward Thinking Mentoring Programme has officially launched Yoodle Doodle, a creative venture that combines her passion for psychology with accessible art therapy to support mental well-being. The startup produces A0-sized themed doodle rolls designed to encourage emotional regulation and provide a therapeutic outlet for stress. Driven by an interest in how creative expression influences the human mind, Yasmine founded Yoodle Doodle in January 2025. The venture is rooted in the belief that artistic activities should be an accessible tool for mindfulness in everyday life. Beyond the commercial aspect, Yasmine has translated her mission into community action by volunteering at Jad’s Inclusion, a not […]

At some point in the last two years, digital PR landed in every content strategy conversation I was part of. Suddenly it was everywhere – in blog posts, in SEO podcasts, in agency pitch decks. The pitch was always some version of the same thing: guest posting is slow and transactional; digital PR is modern, scalable, and gets you into publications that actually matter. I tried both. Properly, not just dabbling. And my honest conclusion after doing both for long enough to see real results is that the comparison is mostly a false one. They are not competing strategies. They […]

Dubai isn’t confined to the rules. If an idea doesn’t exist, the city-state creates one, closing the gap between concept and product. Architecture, for instance, is an area where creatives get to play around with theories and build them into existence. One trend that continues to dominate the real estate environment is intentional design. Homes are becoming smarter, greener, more flexible, and personal. This thought process is influencing what “modern living” looks like in Dubai today, and where it’s heading next. Below, we’ll discuss seven architecture trends redefining Dubai’s homes. #1. Vertical Living Is Taking Over  Land optimization and rising […]

28 May is World Burger Day, and Dubai has no shortage of reasons to celebrate. From loaded smash patties to Wagyu blends with serious pedigree, here’s where to mark the occasion across the city. Sal’s Burger Kitchen, Palm Jumeirah Mall Sal’s is making World Burger Day a proper event. Anyone ordering a burger or burger combo on the day gets a free slider of their choice: the Sal’s Burger Slider, the Entrecôte Slider, or the Le French Slider. The offer runs all day from opening to close; just mention World Burger Day at the counter. If a free slider isn’t reason […]

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), an initiative launched by the UAE Ministry of Finance to support the innovation ecosystem in the UAE, has announced a credit guarantee of AED 1.5 million for 01Gov, an Emirati GovTech startup. The guarantee will accelerate the growth of 01Gov’s proprietary AI-powered platform, reinforcing the UAE’s agenda to lead the world in government development and excellence. Empowering Innovators Fatima Yousif Alnaqbi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for the Support Services Sector at the UAE Ministry of Finance and the Ministry’s representative at MBRIF, said: “The Fund plays a pivotal role in advancing the national innovation […]

It took Dubai less than 50 years to transform from a modest trading port into a futuristic metropolis. And if you want to see what these changes look like in practice, just take a look at the local roads. Dubai has long since ceased to be just a city with services, like Trinity Rental https://trinityrental.com/rent-lamborghini, with a ton of luxury cars, like Lamborghini. It is now a true Mecca for car enthusiasts, where the sheer number of supercars, hypercars, and tuned SUVs is simply mind-blowing. Why has Dubai managed to snatch the title of the world’s leading automotive capital from […]

While the city gears up for GameExpo 2026, Rove is getting into the competitive spirit a little earlier with the launch of Rove Gaming Nights. Taking place across two weekends from May 23rd to 31st, the experience transforms Rove City Centre into a hub for solo players, groups of friends, and esports communities to connect, compete, and celebrate fan-favourite titles. With AED 21,000 worth of cash prizes on the line, Rovers can expect plenty of high-energy matchups, nail-biting moments, and epic comebacks you won’t want to miss. Created in collaboration with Dubai-based esports and events organisation Four04, Rove Gaming Nights […]