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January 15, 2026

News

Middle East Outbound Travel Spending to Pass $60B

Rising tourism demand and global connectivity fuel strong outbound travel growth from the Middle East Experts expect Middle East outbound travel spending to surpass $60 billion by 2030. Residents currently increase their

Four professionals in business attire, including a man in traditional Emirati clothing and three individuals in formal suits, standing together in an office setting for a partnership announcement

Finance·Investments

Ras Al Khaimah Seeks China, Hong Kong Investors

UAE emirate targets Chinese and Hong Kong capital to expand tourism, real estate and green industries The Ras Al Khaimah China Hong Kong investment strategy is gaining momentum as the UAE emirate actively attracts Asian capital into real estate, tourism,

January 29, 2026

Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Growth Marks a Year of Transformation

Fast News

Saudi Arabia’s 2025 growth reflects major progress in the economy, technology, tourism, and healthcare. These achievements move the Kingdom closer to its Vision 2030

Sam Altman in UAE Pursues $50B OpenAI Funding Round

AI·World

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Meets Middle East Investors as Company Targets Massive Capital Injection OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has arrived in the United Arab

A high-angle nighttime shot of a crowded Iranian street where a large bonfire burns in the center of the road, surrounded by protestors and parked cars

Iran Internet Shutdown Hits Businesses Amid Protest Crackdown

January 22, 2026

Fast News

Extended Internet blackout deepens economic strain as nationwide unrest and severe suppression continue in Iran The ongoing internet shutdown in Iran is devastating the national economy. Since January 8, the government has

HSBC Funds Chief Backs Dubai Branch to Attract Investment Talent

January 22, 2026

Business·Careers

HSBC expands Middle East presence with new Dubai branch to draw local and global investment professionals HSBC’s Middle East leadership is currently championing a major new talent initiative. This follows the opening

Business professionals reviewing data and digital tools, reflecting strategic planning in AI infrastructure development.

UAE Tax System 2026: Digital Certificates and New Service Fees

January 3, 2026

Fast News

The UAE tax system is set for a major upgrade in 2026, introducing digital certificates and new service fees to simplify compliance for businesses. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced these changes

NVIDIA headquarters, representing its strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN to advance AI infrastructure.

Saudi AI Expansion: HUMAIN Deploys NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure

January 3, 2026

Fast News

Saudi AI Infrastructure Gains Momentum with HUMAIN Saudi Arabia’s AI infrastructure is advancing rapidly. HUMAIN has received its first shipment of cutting-edge NVIDIA AI GPU chips. This delivery boosts the company’s ability

Speaker at DMCC FinX event in Dubai, highlighting UAE’s push for regulated crypto finance and innovation.

How the UAE’s Regulatory Framework Is Shaping Crypto Markets and Tokenization for 2026

January 3, 2026

Fast News

UAE Crypto Regulations: From Licensing to Institutional Adoption The UAE’s crypto regulatory landscape saw a major transformation in 2025. It moved from conceptual frameworks to fully operational systems. Regulatory authorities such as

Store shelf displaying sweetened drinks subject to UAE’s new sugar-based excise tax starting in 2026.

UAE Introduces Tiered Tax on Sweetened Drinks

January 3, 2026

Fast News

The new system starts in January 2026 The UAE has launched a tiered excise tax on sweetened drinks, starting January 1, 2026. As a result, consumers will see tax rates vary depending

Mihiret Gemida

Middle East Outbound Travel Spending to Pass $60B

Ras Al Khaimah Seeks China, Hong Kong Investors

Saudi Arabia’s 2025 Growth Marks a Year of Transformation

Sam Altman in UAE Pursues $50B OpenAI Funding Round

Iran Internet Shutdown Hits Businesses Amid Protest Crackdown

HSBC Funds Chief Backs Dubai Branch to Attract Investment Talent

UAE Tax System 2026: Digital Certificates and New Service Fees

Saudi AI Expansion: HUMAIN Deploys NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure

How the UAE’s Regulatory Framework Is Shaping Crypto Markets and Tokenization for 2026

UAE Introduces Tiered Tax on Sweetened Drinks

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