Abu Dhabi hosts Goldman Sachs summit as hedge funds flock to Al Maryah Island, signaling its rise as a global capital hub with $1.7T in sovereign wealth and long-term cultural investments.
Despite falling oil prices, Abu Dhabi continues investing in tourism, culture, and infrastructure, reinforcing its long-term economic diversification strategy with new museums and global events.
Lazard has launched a new Abu Dhabi office in ADGM, naming the emirate its UAE advisory hub to tap into $1.7 trillion in sovereign wealth and a booming regional dealmaking landscape.
UAE’s MGX, led by Sheikh Tahnoun, joins OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle in Trump’s AI plan, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s push for global artificial intelligence dominance.
Oracle plans a fivefold increase in investment in Abu Dhabi to meet rising AI and cloud demand, as global tech firms expand their presence in the Middle East.
ADQ’s Q Logistics Holding plans to acquire full control of Aramex with a $1.2 billion offer, aiming to strengthen its logistics portfolio amid strategic transformation plans.
Dubai-based developer Dar Global announces plans to expand in the US and Greece, following luxury real estate partnerships with the Trump Organization in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Oman.
The UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation will hold the second Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship in January 2025, promoting local and international talent.
Disney’s theatrical production "The Enchanting Screen" will premiere at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, celebrating Disney’s musical history from 1929 to today.
Marking a new chapter in regulated entertainment, the UAE’s officially licensed “Lucky Day” lottery offers a Dh100 million jackpot and introduces a secure, AI-driven gaming ecosystem aimed at diversifying state revenue and setting regional standards.
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Abu Dhabi’s Hafilat smart card is the only legal way to pay for buses, offering tourists and residents contactless fare payment, flexible top-ups, unlimited travel options, and personalized concessions for students, seniors, and People of Determination.