News from October 2026

126 stories · All months

• Oct 27
  Employee Happiness Awards UAE 2026 Recognises Air Arabia, EDGE Group and Apparel GroupBusiness
• Oct 27
  Hamad Al Hajri and Fadi Ghandour to Headline Doha Downtown Tech Summit as Awards Receive 180 NominationsTechnology
• Oct 27
  Cequence Security Appoints Russ Schafer as CMO Amid Record Growth and Rising AI Security DemandTechnology
• Oct 27
  Enersol to Showcase UAE Energy Technology and Operational Achievements at ADIPEC 2026Technology
• Oct 27
  GCC Secretary General to Deliver Opening Address at 20th Annual GPCA Forum in DubaiGovernment
• Oct 27
  Schneider Electric and PureHealth Partner to Advance Sustainable Healthcare in the UAEHealthcare
• Oct 26
  Alpha Dhabi commits $1 billion to Alpha Wave III AI investment fundBusiness
• Oct 26
  Checkout.com helps PRYPCO increase payment acceptance rates by 20%Business
• Oct 26
  Emirates Islamic waives Business Banking relationship fees for six monthsBusiness
• Oct 26
  Dar Global Capital Partners explores Dubai-focused real estate fundBusiness
• Oct 26
  Soika Labs opens early access to Mockingjay Network AI platform in UAETechnology
• Oct 24
  UAE’s E-911 Highway to Feature Up to 16 Lanes Between Dubai-Sharjah Border and Ras Al KhaimahTourism
• Oct 24
  Khor Fakkan Municipality Orders Boat Relocation from Three Marina Berths by October 28Others
• Oct 24
  Huawei Showcases Wearable Health Technology and Smartphone Innovations at Dubai Tech EventTechnology
• Oct 24
  Dubai Humanitarian Launches Air Bridge to Deliver Winter Relief Supplies to GazaGovernment
• Oct 23
  Dr Abdulsalam Al Taie brings over 35 years of bariatric surgery experience to UAE patientsHealthcare
• Oct 23
  Thermax showcases desalination and water recovery technologies at WETEX 2026Technology
• Oct 23
  Dubai launches sixth Emirates Energy Award with $1 million prize poolEnvironment
• Oct 23
  WGES 2026 roundtable calls for investment-ready projects to accelerate green economyEnvironment
• Oct 23
  UAE Federal Tax Authority invites public feedback at second Emirates Majalis session in DubaiGovernment
• Oct 23
  Deyaar reports AED 541.5 million profit before tax in first nine months of 2026Business
• Oct 23
  FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem says driver experience and fan passion are driving V8 return to Formula OneSports & Championship
• Oct 22
  Abu Dhabi health department and WHOOP launch research collaboration on personalised preventive healthcareHealthcare
• Oct 22
  Mubadala Bio partners with Marcyrl to localize women’s health and respiratory medicines in UAEBusiness
• Oct 22
  Ras Al Khaimah Ruler inaugurates emirate’s first business consultancy in ChinaGovernment
• Oct 22
  Yas SeaWorld Research & Rescue Center attracts over 650 participants for One Ocean RunEnvironment
• Oct 22
  Dubai office leasing remains resilient in Q3 2026 as tenants prioritise quality, says SavillsReal Estate
• Oct 22
  UAE holds discussion on strengthening Emirati women’s role in parliamentGovernment
• Oct 22
  Dubai Humanitarian highlights supply chain resilience at AidEx Geneva 2026Business
• Oct 21
  Veolia Secures Five-Year Contract to Operate Oman’s Al Asilah Desalination PlantEnvironment
• Oct 21
  Majid Al Futtaim Launches Ma’an by MAF Home Edition to Support Dubai SMEsBusiness
• Oct 21
  ADCAN Pharma and MS Pharma Partner to Expand Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in the UAEHealthcare
• Oct 21
  Abu Dhabi Could See 30 Residential Property Launches Worth Up to AED 45 Billion by Year-EndReal Estate
• Oct 21
  fäm Properties Connects DXBinteract to ChatGPT and Claude for Dubai Real Estate InsightsReal Estate
• Oct 20
  World Art Dubai 2026 Returns with 300+ Exhibitors, 10,000 Artworks and Global GalleriesArt and Culture
• Oct 20
  Ducab Showcases UAE Manufacturing Strength and Energy Transition Solutions at WETEX 2026Environment
• Oct 20
  FREELANDER Unveils Five-Seat FREELANDER 8, AI Voice Assistant and UAE Launch PlansBusiness
• Oct 20
  EYWA partners with Longevium Clinic to expand preventive healthcare access for residentsHealthcare
• Oct 20
  Jeddah to host IDWS 2026 to accelerate global water innovationTechnology
• Oct 19
  Majid Al Futtaim Partners with Sunset Hospitality Group to Launch Maravelle at Ghaf WoodsReal Estate
• Oct 19
  Missoni and Emirates Developments Unveil 250-Home Waterfront Project on Abu Dhabi’s Al Reem IslandReal Estate
• Oct 19
  Sdeira Group Unveils Masterplan for Abu Dhabi Community Designed for 27,000 WorkersReal Estate
• Oct 19
  Al Wathba Insurance Opens New Dubai Branch to Expand Regional PresenceBusiness
• Oct 19
  Proofpoint to acquire Varonis in $6.3 billion all-cash dealTechnology
• Oct 19
  HBMSU Chancellor Emphasises Critical Thinking and Self-Directed Learning in Smart EducationEducation
• Oct 17
  Al Sharqi Shipping opens AED 70 million logistics hub at Dubai Industrial CityBusiness
• Oct 17
  UAE to enter 2027 with a more productive economy, says Abdulla bin Touq Al MarriTourism
• Oct 17
  Etihad Rail opens pedestrian bridge linking Dubai station with Jumeirah Golf Estates MetroGovernment
• Oct 17
  UAE and Georgia explore investment opportunities in tourism, sustainability and logisticsTourism
• Oct 17
  Abu Dhabi launches TAMM Global to expand AI-powered government platform internationallyTechnology
• Oct 16
  UAE to Enter 2027 with a More Productive Economy, Says Minister at RISE SummitReal Estate
• Oct 16
  Abdulsalam Alshehhi Appointed to UAE Federal National Council, Representing Ras Al KhaimahGovernment
• Oct 16
  Jashanmal’s Grand Finale Sale Returns to Dubai from October 21 to 25Business
• Oct 16
  Wellfit Opens First Abu Dhabi Flagship Fitness Centre at Reem MallOthers
• Oct 16
  Türkiye Citizenship by Investment: Four Routes Compared, Starting at $400,000Business
• Oct 15
  France and UAE Strengthen Space Industry Ties as 15 French Companies Explore PartnershipsTechnology
• Oct 15
  FIA President Ben Sulayem Says Formula 1 Return to Africa Could Inspire New Generation of Motorsport TalentSports & Championship
• Oct 15
  London Restaurant Kricket to Make Dubai Debut at Vida Emirates HillsFood & FMCG
• Oct 15
  Natixis Marks 20 Years in DIFC, Reinforcing Commitment to Middle East GrowthBusiness
• Oct 15
  Automechanika Shanghai 2026 to Connect Middle East Businesses with Global Automotive InnovationTechnology
• Oct 15
  RISE Summit 2026: Global Investment Leaders Explore Shifting Capital Flows and Dubai’s Growth OpportunitiesReal Estate
• Oct 14
  Majra Hosts Impact Investment Lab at Investopia Bridge 2026 to Mobilise Sustainable CapitalEnvironment
• Oct 14
  Kasumigaseki Properties Development Brings Japanese Real Estate Philosophy to UAEReal Estate
• Oct 14
  BI Group Signs MOU with CITIC for Three Dubai Developments in Meydan HorizonReal Estate
• Oct 14
  Saudi Real Estate Refinance Company Launches First Credit-Rated RMBS IssuanceReal Estate
• Oct 14
  Dubai Media Academy and DESC Launch Cybersecurity Media ForumTechnology
• Oct 14
  Jackaroo King Celebrates Second Anniversary with Players at Riyadh TournamentEntertainment
• Oct 13
  du Pay expands partnership with talabat to manage digital payments for UAE fleet partnersBusiness
• Oct 13
  7X launches ADEED Finance to connect SMEs with business financingTechnology
• Oct 13
  Citi and Arab Bank partner to offer 24/7 US dollar paymentsBusiness
• Oct 13
  Digital Dubai launches 2026 labour force survey covering 5,000 householdsTechnology
• Oct 13
  Dell Technologies and Tahaluf partner on AI-powered smart city services in the UAEBusiness
• Oct 12
  JioHotstar Launches on STARZPLAY Across MENA, Plans Subscriptions From Dh34.99Entertainment
• Oct 12
  ICBA Completes Agricultural Sustainability Training Programme Linking Dubai and UzbekistanEnvironment
• Oct 12
  Dubai Culture to Host 11th Reading Box Initiative at Mirdif City CentreArt and Culture
• Oct 12
  GFH Bank and Forbes Middle East to Launch Business Hub at Davos 2027Business
• Oct 12
  RISE Summit 2026 to Bring Global Investment Leaders to Dubai on October 14Real Estate
• Oct 10
  Writing Dubai Rental Disputes Center Settles 2,350 Cases Worth Dh401 Million in Nine MonthsReal Estate
• Oct 10
  UAE and Japan Strengthen Industrial Cooperation in AI, Robotics and Advanced ManufacturingTechnology
• Oct 10
  Future 100 honours third cohort and opens registration for new editionBusiness
• Oct 10
  Three UAE companies win GCC Industrial Excellence Awards at Made in GCC 2026Business
• Oct 9
  ADCAN Pharma Signs Five International Partnerships to Expand UAE Drug ManufacturingHealthcare
• Oct 9
  Bentley Systems Announces Winners of 2026 Year in Infrastructure AwardsTechnology
• Oct 9
  UAE’s Future 100 Recognises Third Cohort, Opens Registration for New EditionBusiness
• Oct 9
  Dubiz Expands 24/7 Business Setup Support for International FoundersBusiness
• Oct 9
  UAE Sees Growing Interest in Regulated Crypto Funds as Institutional Investment EvolvesBusiness
• Oct 9
  Dell Technologies Forum Dubai to Explore AI Adoption and Digital InfrastructureTechnology
• Oct 8
  Karim Benzema Joins Growing List of Football Stars Investing in Dubai Real EstateReal Estate
• Oct 8
  UAE Strengthens GCC Industrial Integration at Made in GCC 2026Government
• Oct 8
  Financial Services Face Talent Challenge as Generational Divide WidensOthers
• Oct 8
  Sadia Halal KEZAD Factory Wins UAE Food Cluster Award for Food SafetyFood & FMCG
• Oct 8
  Dubai South Enters ‘Proof Phase’ as Infrastructure Investment Fuels Residential MomentumReal Estate
• Oct 8
  Procurement Leaders Put Supply Chain Resilience at Heart of Middle East GrowthTechnology
• Oct 7
  SATExpo Summit Opens in Dubai with Focus on Connectivity, AI and Space EconomyTechnology
• Oct 7
  Ghassan Aboud Holding Marks New Chapter of Global GrowthBusiness
• Oct 7
  AHOY Appoints Kamil Hilali as Independent DirectorBusiness
• Oct 7
  Arada secures first Australian planning approval for Sydney residential projectBusiness
• Oct 7
  Andarakis and ESA360 form strategic alliance to connect India opportunities with global capitalBusiness
• Oct 6
  Arada Brings Australian Contractor Roberts Co to UAE to Expand In-House Construction CapabilityReal Estate
• Oct 6
  Dubai Energy Council Highlights Safety Rules for Petroleum Products TradingGovernment
• Oct 6
  CABSAT 2026 and SATExpo 2026 Open in Dubai with Global Media and Space LeadersTechnology
• Oct 6
  Dubai to Host Special Edition of Knowledge Summit on November 24Education
• Oct 6
  Abu Dhabi Breast Cancer Screenings Rise 377.5% as Health Campaign Pushes Early DetectionHealthcare
• Oct 6
  Dubai Retail to Open Skylight Mall on Al Khail Road in 2027Others
• Oct 6
  Deyaar Hands Over 711 Homes at Tria in Dubai Silicon OasisReal Estate
• Oct 5
  Traders Hub Capital Markets wins Best Islamic Forex Account award at Dubai Forex Expo 2026Business
• Oct 5
  Sheikh Hamdan Calls for Education Innovation as Dubai Explores New School ModelsEducation
• Oct 5
  UAE Construction Growth Drives New Ways to Visualise ProjectsReal Estate
• Oct 5
  Deloitte to Showcase AI-Native Government Vision at AI Everything Abu DhabiTechnology
• Oct 3
  Abu Dhabi AI Firm Highlights Security Risks as AI Agents Act on Users’ BehalfTechnology
• Oct 3
  Sheikh Nahyan Inaugurates Redwood Nursery and Kindergarten on Jubail IslandEducation
• Oct 3
  Sdeira Group Showcases Integrated Living Solutions at LIVEX 2026Real Estate
• Oct 3
  EHRDC, MBRHE Sign MoU to Train Emirati Talent for Engineering and EntrepreneurshipBusiness
• Oct 3
  Dubai to Host Global Media, Broadcast and Space Technology Leaders at CABSAT 2026Technology
• Oct 2
  Dubai Climbs 11 Places to Rank First in Arab World for Real Estate TransparencyReal Estate
• Oct 2
  Rosewood Abu Dhabi to Offer 73 Completed Residences for Private OwnershipReal Estate
• Oct 2
  Modon and Q Mobility Partner to Advance Mobility and Parking ManagementBusiness
• Oct 2
  Ai Everything Abu Dhabi to Showcase AI Innovations Transforming HealthcareHealthcare
• Oct 2
  Ford to Return to FIA World Rally Championship as Full Factory Team From 2028Sports & Championship
• Oct 2
  Sarah Al Amiri Calls for Global Action to Protect Girls’ Right to Education at Geneva EventEducation
• Oct 1
  FHS World to return to Ras Al Khaimah in 2027Tourism
• Oct 1
  Mubadala, TARAF and Kerzner partner to develop One&Only Private Residences on Al Maryah IslandReal Estate
• Oct 1
  Dubai Land Department highlights real estate careers at Ru’ya Careers UAE 2026Real Estate
• Oct 1
  The Brain & Performance Centre recognised at Gulf Business Awards 2026Business
• Oct 1
  UAE Federal Tax Authority participates in BRICS Tax Experts and Tax Heads Meeting in New DelhiGovernment
• Oct 1
  Azizi Developments partners with KONE for Burj Azizi’s vertical mobility systemReal Estate