The UAE is one of the top countries worldwide in terms of economic freedom, a survey suggests. It came joint fifth in a poll by Canadian think tank Fraser Institute, tying with Georgia, Canada, Ireland and Mauritius. Hong Kong, Singapore and New Zealand topped the Economic Freedom of the World Report. It ranked 159 countries on government size, legal structure, property rights, access to money, freedom to trade internationally and regulation of credit, labour and business.
Tesla invests $2 billion in Musk's xAI, reiterates start of Cybercab production
Tesla has said on Wednesday it will invest $2 billion in CEO Elon Musk's artificial-intelligence company xAI, and that production plans for its Cybercab robotaxi were on track for this year.
Amazon cuts 16,000 corporate jobs, undoing pandemic-era hiring amid AI push
Amazon confirmed 16,000 corporate job cuts on Wednesday, completing a plan for around 30,000 since October while leaving open the possibility of further reductions.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils AED 100 billion DIFC expansion plan
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the DIFC Zabeel District — a landmark expansion of the Dubai International Financial Centre.
Dubai Media City marks 25 years of media innovation, leadership
Dubai Media City, the Middle East’s leading hub dedicated to the media and content creation sector, is marking its 25th anniversary of innovation and growth in the creative industries.
India, EU slash tariffs on autos, textiles in landmark trade deal
India and the European Union have finalised a long-pending landmark trade deal, both sides said on Tuesday, as they seek to hedge against strained ties with the US.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
