US and Europe pulling aid: the benefits for UAE
As widely reported in recent weeks, the US has now joined many European countries in slashing its overseas aid budget. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) was put on notice in January when a 90-day freeze on aid payments came into effect after the new US administration announced plans to conduct a sweeping […]
How AI helps construction stay on budget
Managing construction budgets is complex. Projects often face cost overruns due to unforeseen challenges, inaccurate estimates, and general inefficiencies. So, what role can AI play in combating these challenges? According to a recent report, AI integration in construction, particularly in planning and resource management, is projected to yield up to a 20% productivity increase. That’s […]
Silver visa UAE: Everything you need to know
The UAE is home to one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse populations. People from all over the world head here to work, start businesses and take advantage of the incredible opportunities on offer in this part of the world. Should you wish to join them and relocate to the UAE, there are several […]
The rise of billion-dollar investment rounds and what it means for the future
Technology investment has entered a new frontier. Not so long ago, the landscape was punctuated by million-dollar rounds. Now, billion-dollar deals are becoming the norm. Fuelled by groundbreaking advances in deep tech, the quest for gargantuan levels of funding offers significant returns for those at the top, but what does it mean for the rest […]
Productivity drive: How KSA’s labour-market initiatives are delivering on the country’s strategic aims
Saudi Arabia’s monumental efforts to transform and future-proof its labour market continue to reap benefits for the economy. Government reforms, in line with the country’s strategic Vision 2030, are helping remap and redefine KSA’s workforce to produce a more productive, vibrant, technology-driven digital economy that promotes entrepreneurship, competition and foreign investment. With a high proportion […]
Nexus Point backed platform Encor Group acquires Creative Zone
Hong Kong and Dubai, 16 April 2025 – Creative Zone Group (“Creative Zone”, or the “Company”), a leading corporate service provider based in the UAE, has been acquired by Encor Group (“Encor”), a regional corporate, trust and fund services platform headquartered in Hong Kong. The transaction marks the second acquisition by Encor in the past […]
How small, hungry startups can make their mark on Dubai’s construction sector
Dubai’s relentless urban development and booming property and construction sector have been driven by government policy, a fast-growing and attractive economy and aspirational lifestyles. These have led inevitably to a growth in the UAE’s population. Combined with a very active investor and speculator market, demand for construction companies across all sectors, from infrastructure to niche […]
Types of business licenses in Dubai
Dubai attracts entrepreneurs and ambitious business owners from the around the world. There are numerous industries out here offering enormous opportunity, from healthcare and hospitality to technology and tourism. The types of licenses on offer are just as varied. There are several ways to incorporate a business out here. The pathway that’s right for you […]
Mainland License Dubai [2025 Guide]
Dubai’s thriving business environment attracts entrepreneurs from every corner of the globe. With numerous industries seeing success, there is no better place to launch and grow your enterprise. When starting out in Dubai, there are several ways to incorporate your business. It is possible to set up offshore, in a designated free zone or in […]
Virtual CFO services Dubai
Starting and running a business in Dubai today takes more than a good idea and a few loyal clients. With growth comes complexity—new hires, new markets, tighter margins, and greater scrutiny from investors or regulators. And while many companies manage early growth with basic bookkeeping and a few Excel sheets, that only goes so far. […]
