Zee Entertainment has signed a deal with FIFA to broadcast 39 events in India from 2026 to 2034, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 and 2030 and the 2027 Women's World Cup. Coverage will air across four newly launched Unite8 Sports channels and the ZEE5 streaming platform. Read more →

IFFCO Group, facing a $2 billion debt crisis, has attracted preliminary interest from International Holding Co. and Mohamed Alabbar. While no formal offers have been made, Alabbar confirmed his interest in acquiring the entire business. The conglomerate's future hinges on court rulings amid ongoing restructuring talks. Read more →

Dreame Technology has signed Cristiano Ronaldo as its global brand ambassador, anchoring the deal around a campaign called "Dreame to Win." The partnership covers the company's full smart home ecosystem and is intended to support Dreame's push into the premium appliance segment worldwide. Read more →

e& has agreed to sell a 12.5% stake in Careem Technologies to Uber for USD 100 million, cutting its holding to 37.53%. The deal includes options that could see Uber acquire e&'s remaining shares as early as December 2031. Read more →

The Emirates Drug Establishment has approved an oral once-daily formulation of Wegovy (semaglutide) for weight management and cardiovascular risk reduction, making the UAE the second country globally to authorise the treatment. The approval is based on clinical data supporting both long-term weight loss and reduced risk of major cardiovascular events. Read more →

Dubai Taxi Company has signed an MoU with Ajman's AJ Industries to extend its mobility services into the emirate, covering e-hailing integration, fleet operations, and driver provisioning. The two companies say the model could serve as a template for broader UAE expansion. Read more →

TikTok has named itself FIFA's first Preferred Platform for the 2026 World Cup and is now pitching UAE advertisers on its football audience reach. The company cites GWI data showing 88% of UAE TikTok users follow football, and points to regional campaigns by Coca-Cola and Unilever as evidence of advertiser returns. Read more →

GAF Property has launched Flow 25, a 104-unit residential project on Abu Dhabi's Reem Island with prices from AED 1.79 million. The development features Ghaf tree-inspired design and built-in cooling systems for outdoor spaces. Read more →