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UAE strengthens its lead in venture capital investment

With $190M raised in Q1 2025, the UAE leads MENA in venture capital growth, backed by sovereign funds, fintech dominance, and strategic economic reforms supporting innovation.

Abu Dhabi sets the tone for the market

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.

UAE accelerates access to AI chips

The UAE deepens ties with the U.S. to secure advanced semiconductor access, pledging $1.4 trillion in tech investments and positioning itself as a future AI leader in the Middle East.

Moody’s affirms UAE’s high rating

Moody’s reaffirms UAE’s high credit rating, citing low debt, fiscal strength, and robust non-oil sector growth driven by reforms and investment-friendly policies.

Abu Dhabi scientists prepare UAE astronauts for Moon mission

A team of scientists in Abu Dhabi have developed artificial lunar dust derived from the UAE’s natural resources to help lay the groundwork for the nation’s ambition to land Emirati astronauts on the moon’s surface, reported by Dr Dimitra Atri,...

UAE President Holds Phone Call with Somali President

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed calls Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to express condolences and reaffirm the UAE’s support following a deadly terrorist attack in Mogadishu.

Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity Launches in UAE

The UAE launches the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, focusing on global health, inclusive development, and humanitarian initiatives to impact over 500 million people by 2030.

Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Donald Trump

Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with US President Donald Trump to strengthen UAE-US ties, focusing on investment, advanced technology, and AI infrastructure development.

UAE President receives delegation of charities

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed highlights the nation's commitment to global humanitarian efforts during a meeting with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Board.

UAE deepens influence in Crypto World

Abu Dhabi’s MGX acquires a stake in Binance as the UAE deepens its crypto footprint, with major investments in Bitcoin ETFs, blockchain firms, and Web3 innovation.

Ninety One’s Top Fund Buys UAE Stocks

Ninety One's Emerging Markets Equity Fund increases UAE stock holdings, favoring real estate, banking, and tech sectors as investors seek stability away from U.S. tariffs.

UAE aluminum exports to US surge ahead of Trump tariffs

UAE aluminum exports to the US hit a two-year high in March as buyers rushed to stock up before Trump’s 25% tariff took effect, reshaping global trade flows.

UAE official to visit Washington for Nvidia AI chips

Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan plans to meet U.S. officials to push for eased AI chip export controls and highlight UAE’s tech investment ambitions.

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