Dubai has launched the region’s first PropTech Hub at DIFC Innovation Hub to support startups in property technology. Backed by major developers and Dubai Land Department, it aims to create 3,000 jobs, attract $300M investment by 2030, and make real estate smarter and more connected using AI and digital tools.
The UAE will include an AI system as a non-voting member on government boards and the Council of Ministers from next year. The AI will help guide decisions using data and insights, not replace human leaders. This move makes the UAE one of the first countries to officially include AI in top-level governance.
Dubai-based airline flydubai has launched six new biometric smart gates for crew members, using facial recognition and AI to speed up immigration. Created with emaratech, this upgrade helps over 3,800 staff pass through checks faster and safer. The move is part of a UAE-wide trend to make air travel smarter and more efficient.
On July 3, 2025, the football world was rocked by the devastating news that Diogo Jota—28‑year‑old forward for Liverpool FC and the Portugal national team—and his brother, André Silva, died in a car crash near Zamora, Spain. Reuters confirms their passing in a tragic road incident, leaving fans and players alike in deep mourning
Etihad Airways confirms its flights to and from Paris remain on schedule despite a major air traffic controller strike in France that forced other airlines, like Ryanair, to cancel flights. The airline advises passengers to check flight status online as the situation evolves during Europe's busy summer holiday season.
Flydubai has partnered with emaratech to install AI-powered biometric smart gates at its Airport Operations Centre, streamlining immigration for crew members. The new system uses facial recognition and real-time data to enable a secure, paperless, and efficient check-in process, enhancing operational speed and crew experience.
GEMS Education has launched GEMS School Management (GSM), a groundbreaking "school-in-a-box" model designed to deliver future-ready classrooms worldwide. Offering a turnkey solution covering curriculum, operations, recruitment, and infrastructure, GSM enables rapid school launches and upgrades tailored to local needs—bringing world-class education to communities everywhere.
Bollywood casting director Mukesh Chhabra, known for launching stars like Sushant Singh Rajput, shared powerful advice for aspiring actors in Dubai. He stressed honesty over perfection, warned against social media obsession, and promoted theatre training. His core message: focus on real talent, not fame, and trust the process of becoming a true actor.
Dubai residents face rising stress as illegal partitioning turns family flats into overcrowded shared spaces, with up to 35 people in a single unit. Complaints highlight noise, lift delays, hygiene issues, and landlords renting to agents who create bed spaces. Many call for stricter regulations to restore safety and comfort.
Dubai Duty Free posted record H1 2025 sales of AED 4.1 billion, a 5.34% rise from last year. Perfumes, gold, tobacco, and confectionery led the surge, with Terminal 3 and European travelers driving growth. Renovated shops and upcoming luxury boutiques signal a strong outlook for the second half of the year.
DeFi Technologies has expanded into the MENA region by launching DEFI DMCC in Dubai’s Jumeirah Lake Towers. Along with a new trading desk under Valour at DMCC, the firm aims to meet growing demand for regulated crypto ETPs in the UAE and Gulf. The move supports broader access to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets for regional investors.
The Higher Colleges of Technology has partnered with Saal.ai to train Emirati students in AI and big data using the UAE-built DigiXT platform. This move supports the UAE's vision for a digital, knowledge-based economy and aligns with the National AI Strategy 2031 and the UAE’s push to teach AI from school to university levels.
