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Fine Hygienic Holding has launched Fine Baby® Total7 Protection & Comfort, a new nappy developed with regional consumer research and Italian technology. It offers 12-hour dryness, double leak protection, and breathable materials for babies' comfort and parents' peace of mind. Read more →

Betterhomes and Signature Developers have partnered for W Residences Dubai in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. This collaboration offers buyers access to 2 and 3-bedroom residences, with handover anticipated in Q4 2028. The development boasts premium amenities and a prime location. Read more →

DMCC and Uptown Dubai hosted an event to honour 400 Instashop drivers for their dedication in delivering essential goods across Dubai. The gathering highlighted the crucial role these drivers play in connecting communities with local stores, underscoring the effort behind convenient shopping in the UAE. Instashop, a DMCC member since 2015, has grown significantly, now operating in five countries with over 3,000 drivers. Read more →

Sanzen has begun construction on Sukoon, a AED 1.5 billion residential development in Sharjah featuring 859 villas and townhouses. The first phase sold out on launch day, with reservations now open for the second phase. The project prioritises wellbeing and integrated living, centred around a 3,000-square-metre lagoon. Read more →

Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and Blackstone Credit & Insurance (BXCI) are launching the Equator programme, a partnership to invest around $1.6 billion annually in aircraft leases. DAE will manage the sourced assets, aiming to build a significant global portfolio. Read more →

El Nas Lel Nas, an initiative by Publsh Group and Lana, connects UAE public figures with small businesses. Celebrities and influencers voluntarily endorse businesses they believe in, aiming to boost trade and visibility for SMEs, which are vital to the UAE's economy. The movement encourages community support for local enterprises. Read more →

US data centre construction faces delays due to a critical shortage of transformers and switchgear, essential components for AI infrastructure and grid expansion. Manufacturing capacity lags behind demand, forcing reliance on imports, primarily from China. This dependency creates a conflict with potential trade barriers, jeopardising the US's AI ambitions. Read more →

Dubai's real estate sector saw transactions worth AED252 billion in Q1 2026, a 31% value increase. Investments reached AED173 billion, with luxury property up 26%. Foreign investment grew 26%, highlighting the market's global appeal and resilience, supported by economic fundamentals and strategic initiatives. Read more →

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