Innovation

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Innovation, AI reshaping the GCC’s economic future, says study

Mon, 27 Oct 2025

Amid a rapidly shifting global landscape defined by geopolitical uncertainty, climate change and tech disruption, Generative AI and innovation-led 'Engine 2' business models are emerging as major drivers of resilience across the region, says a new study.

Finance & Capital Market

CBUAE launches Financial Health Innovation Challenge

Wed, 21 Oct 2026

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has launched the Financial Health Innovation Challenge, with applications open until November 30, 2026.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping AI & Automation

RAK Ceramics accelerates AI Integration across group

Fri, 02 Oct 2026

RAK Ceramics, one of the world's largest manufacturers of ceramic and porcelain tiles, sanitaryware, faucets, and tableware, is taking a significant step forward in its innovation journey by integrating Artificial Intelligence across key areas of the group, including manufacturing, product development, marketing, operations, HR, logistics, sales and customer services.

Finance & Capital Market Software & Business Applications

Technology, start-ups can double India-UAE trade to $200bn: Forum

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Technology, innovation, start-ups and fin-techs could help accelerate the Indo-UAE relations to $200 billion in the next few years, said a senior Indian diplomat at a conference, titled Innovators and Investors Series, organised by the Indian People’s Forum in Dubai.

Construction & Real Estate

Dubai gears up for Light + Intelligent Building Middle East expo

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Light + Intelligent Building Middle East will be back next year in Dubai hosting 450 exhibitors from 30 countries. Co-located with Intersec, the event brings together 16,000 industry leaders and innovators to explore cutting-edge products and solutions.

Construction & Real Estate

ROSHN Group, Ministry of Municipalities and Housing to promote innovation in real estate

Tue, 14 Oct 2025

ROSHN Group, a PIF company, has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing to promote innovation in the Kingdom's real estate sector.

Construction & Real Estate

Big 5 Construct Saudi puts spotlight on architectural leadership, innovation

Mon, 19 Jan 2026

The opening day of Big 5 Construct Saudi explored the role of architects in the creation, implementation and sustainability of modern-day cityscapes and how they turned the masterplans into thriving communities. Also in spotlight was Saudi Arabia’s role as a leader in embedding heritage and culture in development.