Al Habtoor Group has initiated international arbitration against Lebanon at ICSID, citing significant losses due to the republic's actions and failure to protect investments. The group claims its good-faith efforts to resolve the matter were exhausted without success. Read more →

ASUS has launched its new Zenbook A14 and A16 Copilot+ PCs in the UAE, featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors. Priced from AED 5,499 and AED 6,999 respectively, these laptops boast Ceraluminum™ chassis, advanced OLED displays, and AI-focused capabilities, with battery life up to 35 hours. Read more →

R.Evolution's founder, Alex Zagrebelny, has launched a relocation support programme worth up to AED2.5m for MENA buyers of its Eywa Tree of Life residences in Dubai. This initiative aims to attract high-net-worth individuals and families seeking stability and opportunity in Dubai, covering logistics, temporary accommodation, and lifestyle costs during the transition. Read more →

OpenAI has launched GPT‑5.5, an advanced AI model designed for complex, multi-step tasks with minimal user oversight. It excels in areas like coding and research, operates faster and more efficiently than its predecessor, and includes enhanced safety features. The model is now available to various ChatGPT users, with API access expected soon. Read more →

The UAE's digital consumer economy remains robust, with dubizzle data showing a return to baseline activity by mid-April 2026 after a brief dip in early March. The platform observed no signs of panic, distress selling, or market exits, indicating a confident and rational market behaviour driven by long-term perspectives rather than short-term sentiment. Read more →

UAE travellers shifted from leisure to essential routes in March 2026, favouring destinations like India, Pakistan, and Egypt due to regional uncertainty. Demand remained, but bookings became more selective and last-minute, with solo travel increasing. Leisure destinations like Thailand saw significant drops in searches and bookings. Read more →

Warner Bros. Discovery stockholders have overwhelmingly approved a merger with Paramount Skydance Corporation. This significant procedural step clears the way for the creation of a new, leading media and entertainment company, with the transaction expected to conclude in the third quarter of 2026. Read more →

The UAE Cabinet has announced a framework to deploy Agentic AI across 50% of government sectors within two years. This initiative aims for autonomous execution and decision-making, with ministers and entities assessed on their adoption speed and AI mastery. The move builds on two decades of digital transformation and aims to enhance government efficiency and services. Read more →