Abu Dhabi

UAE drops speed caps on key roads as speeding deaths rise
UAE

UAE drops speed caps on key roads as speeding deaths rise

Red markings, new signs, and lower speed caps are part of UAE’s response to rising traffic accidents

Abu Dhabi seals deal with Archer Aviation to launch electric air taxis
UAE

Abu Dhabi seals deal with Archer Aviation to launch electric air taxis

Test flights for the 'Midnight' air taxi will begin in the summer of 2025 to assess the impact of extreme weather

Abu Dhabi’s residential property market set for continued growth as demand surges
UAE

Abu Dhabi’s residential property market set for continued growth as demand surges

The emirate recorded a strong performance in 2024, with 9,700 residential sales transactions valued at AED26 billion.

Muslim Council of Elders calls for action against Islamophobia
UAE

Muslim Council of Elders calls for action against Islamophobia

Council urges dialogue, tolerance, and legal measures to combat rising Islamophobia and discrimination

Abu Dhabi real estate surges: Rents up 20%, sales prices rise 11%
Markets

Abu Dhabi real estate surges: Rents up 20%, sales prices rise 11%

A limited supply of new properties intensified competition, driving prices higher, according to Cushman & Wakefield Core.

Two arrested as Abu Dhabi Police bust 184kg hashish smuggling attempt
UAE

Two arrested as Abu Dhabi Police bust 184kg hashish smuggling attempt

The operation, dubbed 'Secret Hideouts', dealt a powerful blow to drug dealers

ADNOC and OMV to form Borouge Group International in landmark chemicals merger
UAE

ADNOC and OMV to form Borouge Group International in landmark chemicals merger

The newly formed company will then acquire NOVA Chemicals Corporation, a leading North American producer, in a AED49.2 billion ($13.4 billion) deal.

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions surpass AED17.24 billion in early 2025
UAE

Abu Dhabi real estate transactions surpass AED17.24 billion in early 2025

The figures, which encompass over 5,000 transactions, highlight the emirate’s continued appeal as a prime investment destination.

NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop tool to enhance cancer cell detection in cryosurgery
UAE

NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop tool to enhance cancer cell detection in cryosurgery

Breakthrough technology involves a specialized nanoscale material that illuminates cancer cells under freezing conditions

2PointZero plans ADX listing as UAE IPO momentum grows
Markets

2PointZero plans ADX listing as UAE IPO momentum grows

Abu Dhabi-based investment platform 2PointZero plans to list its shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange by the end of 2025.

Alpha Data raises $163 million in ADX IPO, shares to begin trading soon
Markets

Alpha Data raises $163 million in ADX IPO, shares to begin trading soon

Alpha Data priced shares at $0.41 each—the top of its range.

Abu Dhabi launches Thriving Child Index to redefine child wellbeing
UAE

Abu Dhabi launches Thriving Child Index to redefine child wellbeing

Announcement was made during the Abu Dhabi Child Data Symposium, where international experts discussed the importance of data-driven insights in childhood development

Abu Dhabi strengthens economic ties with China, secures strategic agreements
China

Abu Dhabi strengthens economic ties with China, secures strategic agreements

Over six days, the Abu Dhabi delegation engaged in high-level meetings with senior Chinese officials

Abu Dhabi to host 'made in Russia' festival at Yas Bay Waterfront
UAE

Abu Dhabi to host 'made in Russia' festival at Yas Bay Waterfront

Russian industries and culture to take center stage at festival running from Feb. 21-25

Abu Dhabi sees strong growth in business licenses, economic activity
UAE

Abu Dhabi sees strong growth in business licenses, economic activity

Abu Dhabi’s business sector is booming, with a 16% rise in new licenses and a 22% increase in free zone activity in 2024.

Abu Dhabi’s IVF success rates among the highest in the world
Sci-Tech

Abu Dhabi’s IVF success rates among the highest in the world

Abu Dhabi has emerged as a global leader in IVF treatment, achieving a success rate of over 51%, one of the highest worldwide.

Abu Dhabi’s property market sees AED 10.6 billion in January 2025
UAE

Abu Dhabi’s property market sees AED 10.6 billion in January 2025

The report highlights that sales transactions totaled AED 6.5 billion across 1,730 deals, while mortgage transactions amounted to AED 3.9 billion through 756 agreements.

Leaders in peace, climate and innovation recognized by 2025 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity
UAE

Leaders in peace, climate and innovation recognized by 2025 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity

The award ceremony will take place Feb. 4, 2025, at the Founder’s Memorial and will be livestreamed across the award’s social media platforms.

UAE National MMA Championship to kick off in Abu Dhabi
Sports

UAE National MMA Championship to kick off in Abu Dhabi

The championship is a significant step in the UAE's mission to promote mixed martial arts and position itself as a regional hub for the sport.