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Bloom Holding, one of the UAE’s leading real estate developers, has announced the launch of ‘Malaga’, the eleventh phase of Bloom Living, its fully integrated and all-inclusive community in Abu Dhabi. Named after the Spanish coastal city, Malaga offers the final collection of premium lakeside villas ranging from three to six bedrooms. The phase is scheduled for completion in Q4 2028, with prices starting from Dhs4.1m. Drawing inspiration from Mediterranean Spanish architecture and elevated by modern comforts, Malaga combines design sophistication with a lifestyle focus on wellbeing, connectivity, and convenience — hallmarks of the Bloom Living masterplan. Each villa features…

Image: Getty Images Several suppliers have cancelled sales of Middle Eastern and Canadian oil to China’s Yulong Petrochemical after the UK imposed sanctions on the refiner, which is likely to push it to buy more Russian crude, multiple sources familiar with the deals said. The refiner, China’s newest with a capacity of 400,000 barrels per day and one of the country’s largest single Russian oil customers, is among the entities Britain designated last week to curb Moscow’s oil revenues used to fund the Ukraine war. Suppliers that are unwinding supply deals include European majors TotalEnergies TTEF.PA, BP BP.L as well as Saudi Aramco 2222.SE and Kuwait Petroleum…

What’s the fastest way to boost sales from your next email campaign? Offer a discount. It works, at least in the short term. Open rates jump, clicks surge, orders roll in.  But there’s a hidden cost. Every time you rely on a discount to make a sale, you’re quietly training your audience to wait for the next one. Over time, that chips away at your profit and your brand perception. The smartest ecommerce brands know how to walk the line, using offers that drive excitement without eating into margins. In this guide, we’ll unpack how to create email offers that…

Sunset Mirage Villa at Palm Jebel Ali/Image: Supplied Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has announced the launch of an exclusive new collection of waterfront villas at Palm Jebel Ali, marking the next phase in the evolution of Dubai’s most ambitious island development. With construction progressing rapidly, this milestone release introduces 11 architecturally distinct villa styles across The Beach and The Coral Collections—each designed to capture a contemporary coastal aesthetic. Created in collaboration with leading international architectural studios, every design is named to reflect its individual style and character, emphasizing space, natural light, and a deep connection to…

Image: Supplied As digital adoption accelerates across the Middle East and Africa, advertisers face a complex mix of opportunity and regulatory challenges. The Trade Desk, a global programmatic advertising platform, is positioning itself as an alternative to big tech ecosystems, helping brands leverage data responsibly while maximising reach and impact. Terry Kane, MD for the Middle East & Africa at The Trade Desk, discusses how the company is enabling advertisers to navigate the region’s fast-evolving media landscape, from connected TV and retail media to AI-driven automation, while prioritising transparency, brand safety, and measurable results. How is The Trade Desk positioning…

Image credit: DXB Properties/Website Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a series of major mobility initiatives, including key road diversions and enhanced public transport services, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand the city’s transport infrastructure and elevate the commuting experience for residents and tourists alike. Read more-Dubai Metro Blue Line: How will it change commuting in the city The RTA has announced new road diversions to facilitate the construction of the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a milestone project that will reshape the city’s urban transit landscape. بالتزامن مع بدء تنفيذ أعمال الخط الأزرق لمترو دبي، تعلمكم…

Daniel Dines, founder and CEO, UiPath/Image: Supplied UiPath, a global leader in agentic automation, has officially inaugurated its new office at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) in Riyadh, marking a major milestone in the company’s expanding investment and presence in the Kingdom. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Daniel Dines, founder and CEO of UiPath; Mark Gibbs, president – International at UiPath; and His Excellency Mohammed Alariefy, Assistant Deputy Minister for Digital Entrepreneurship at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). They were joined by representatives of key local customers, including the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) and Shared Services…

xFusion stand at GITEX 2025/Image: Supplied As the computing industry enters a new era driven by artificial intelligence, it faces both unprecedented opportunity and growing pressure — from escalating data demands to surging energy consumption. Industry players are racing to find solutions that balance performance with sustainability. GITEX Global 2025, the world’s largest technology and AI event hosted at the Dubai World Trade Centre, once again became the stage where these challenges — and solutions — converged. Against this backdrop, xFusion, participating for the third consecutive year, reaffirmed its leadership in next-generation computing infrastructure and presented its new strategic trajectory…

Image: Supplied As governments across the Gulf double down on smart city and sustainability goals, AJi Group has been quietly building a strong presence behind many of the region’s transformative infrastructure projects. From industrial zones in Saudi Arabia to sustainable urban developments in Oman, the firm combines digital innovation with environmental responsibility to create climate-resilient, future-ready cities. At the helm is Engineer Hamzeh Awwad, CEO of AJi Group, who has led the company through rapid growth, technological transformation, and regional expansion. In this conversation, he discusses how AJi Group is reimagining infrastructure for the next generation of cities, its rise…

Image: Supplied Qiddiya Investment Company has awarded a SAR5.25bn ($1.4bn) construction contract to Nesma & Partners for the development of the Qiddiya City Performing Arts Centre, a major cultural project in Saudi Arabia’s upcoming entertainment and creativity hub, Qiddiya City. Set against the Tuwaiq Mountains, the performing arts centre will feature three theatres with a combined capacity of more than 3,000 seats, including a 500-seat suspended theatre and a cantilevered amphitheatre overlooking Qiddiya City’s lower plateau. Once completed, the venue is expected to host over 200 performances annually, spanning theatre, music, digital art, and international productions. Designed by Tom Wiscombe…