With its steadfast commitment to innovation, Dubai is on the fast track to becoming the world's smartest city. The driving force behind this remarkable journey is the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. His Highness has set in motion a unique digital transformation journey that aims to make Dubai a global leader among smart cities. At the centre of this vision is a commitment to elevate the quality of life of Dubai’s people and turn it into the world’s best city to live, work

SLS Dubai, the iconic luxury hotel, is bringing all the entertainment the city’s heart desires this month, with world-class talent and exhilarating performances planned to suit everyone’s mood. From live music and dance performances to DJ sets and Bossanova bands,SLS will be setting the vibes every day of the week with an unrivalled line-up of talented artists. Privilege DJ Scott Saturday Night at Privilege is all about having a good time and DJ Scott has you covered as he spins his House tracks. Guests are in for a treat as they lounge and savour the warm interiors and panoramic views, with music keeping

Prepare to immerse yourself in an extraordinary musical journey as Dubai's pioneering Carnival Music Festival, Butterfly Carnival, takes centre stage on November 11, 2023, at the prestigious Dubai Media City Amphitheater. This unprecedented event promises to bridge cultures through the universal language of music, tantalizing cuisines, and artistic showcases, forging a tapestry of unity and diversity that resonates with audiences worldwide. Butterfly Carnival Music Festival proudly presents a remarkable collaboration of partners, featuring the prominent B018 DXB: a dream come true for fans of electronic music, known by the lovers of sound for the brand's art and culture, House of Yanos: the biggest Amapiano and

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announces the inaugural Dubai Calligraphy Biennale, set to commence on 1st October 2023. This major event underscores the importance of calligraphy as a form of artistic expression and celebrates all its dimensions and its integral role in Arab heritage. Over 200 artists from both local and international backgrounds will gather to highlight the diverse styles of calligraphy. The Biennale will host 15+ exhibitions in over 20 venues throughout Dubai, showcasing art pieces in over eight languages, ranging from traditional to contemporary styles. In addition to the focus on calligraphy, attendees can look forward to

The DP World Tour today announces its schedule for the 2024 season, one which will feature a minimum of 44 tournaments in 24 countries and across five continents, underlining its status as golf's global Tour. Showcasing diverse international players, cultures, countries and venues, the 2024 season also features a host of new enhancements across its entire 13 month global odyssey, with members competing for an overall record prize fund of $148.5 million (excluding the Majors). Click here to view the full schedule. The 2024 Race to Dubai will feature three new and distinct phases – five innovative 'Global Swings' from November 2023

The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) forecast that the UAE’s economy will continue its robust performance in 2023, after recording a growth of 7.9 percent year-on-year in 2022. According to OPEC's Monthly Oil Market Report for August, this robust performance will be delivered through constant contributions from the non-oil sector, especially from tourism, leisure and real estate. The report revealed that the country's Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) was almost unchanged in July, standing at 56, following 56.9 in June and compared to a level of 55.5 in May. This suggests that the expansionary trend will be maintained. Meanwhile, the UAE's

Stella Stays, the pioneering proptech startup acclaimed for their groundbreaking approach to flexible rental and modern living, has unveiled its latest venture into the esteemed Al Barari district of Dubai with two remarkable bespoke properties. Bringing fresh, inclusive design to the forefront, Stella Stays introduces an exclusive look at their 90 residential units, each exuding an aura of sophistication while personifying the brand's "Show Up and Start Living" ethos. These ultramodern residences, lavishly appointed with contemporary amenities, are set to redefine the tenets of comfort, style, and convenience. Enveloped in Al Barari's verdant expanse, Stella Stays has masterfully integrated their residences with

Dubai Customs has stepped up readiness to ensure the smooth movement of homecoming passengers during the post-summer vacation period. The Passenger Operations Department of Dubai Customs has made preparations to facilitate procedures and speed up the flow of arrivals through the Dubai International Airport (DXB). It increased the number of customs inspectors working on shifts at different airport checkpoints, taking the total to 840 inspectors. There are 77 inspection scanners deployed across DXB terminals, including 58 designed to screen large bags and 19 scanners to check hand baggage. To deal with the growing influx of arrivals during this holiday season, the department maintains

Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC), a subsidiary of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has launched its strategic plan for digital transformation 2022-2025. This strategy seeks to accomplish a host of strategic goals highlighted by digital mobility, excellent operation, financial sustainability, people’s happiness, and shaping the future. The strategy is built on 9 key drivers namely: artificial intelligence, smart revenues, the Internet of things, smart city, big data, governance, security systems & upgraded systems, process automation & paperless initiatives, future transformation, and smart services. Artificial IntelligenceThe 9 key drivers of DTC’s digital transformation strategy encompass 45 initiatives including artificial intelligence. These initiatives include an

Dubai’s Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew 2.8 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of the year to reach AED111.3 billion surpassing average global growth rates for Q1 2023. The surge maintains the robust momentum of growth achieved in 2022, when the emirate experienced a 4.4 percent expansion of the economy. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, said: “The continued high growth in the first quarter of the year is yet another testament to Dubai’s strong fundamentals, sustainability and resilience and its capacity to constantly create fresh pathways for