Reasons why the metaverse will have a “tra nsformational” impact on businesses and the way people live

UAE companies to start preparing for generational tax transformation

Although corporate income tax goes into effect in 2023, organisations should understand what it means for them and hire resources early as the talent ‘race’ is magnified, PwC expert said

Sheikh Hamdan marks opening of University of Birmingham Dubai’s 30,000 square metre campus

The institution is among the top 100 universities in the world, and 10 of its researchers have received the Nobel Prize, Sheikh Hamdan said

Reasons why the metaverse will have a transformational impact on businesses and people

Approximately 84 percent of consumers surveyed in the UAE agree that they are spending substantially more time online compared to pre-pandemic levels, an Accenture report reveals

Spinneys becomes first retailer to join ‘Food for Life’ initiative in support of UAE’s target to halve food waste by 2030

According to Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence, food wastage in the UAE is estimated to be 3.2 million tonnes, with around 38 percent of the food prepared daily being wasted

Etihad Airways set to begin week-long intensive research and testing on over 30 flights to reduce carbon emissions

Etihad will also operate up to 13 dedicated ‘EcoFlights’ and will testing a range of flight and engine optimisation initiatives, with successful trials to be incorporated into regularly scheduled operations

Dubai’s Deputy Ruler says tax systems to be upgraded in “sweeping developments” as compliance grows

The UAE’s Federal Tax Authority reported a 2.42 percent increase in the number of VAT registrants to 367,157 in the first quarter of 2022, compared to 358,468 in 2021

UAE leads strong charge to fix broken food systems, feed millions, and address climate change, Minister says

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, explains why it has become increasingly critical to spur local production, agri-tech innovation, and support the ease of doing business in the agricultural sector

Golden visa rules will “significantly bolster” interest to work in the UAE: ADGM Courts’ Chief Executive

With the new rules, the criteria to apply for the 10-year visas have been relaxed, making it easier for investors, start-up owners, and highly skilled professionals to work in the UAE

UAE, Japan to build partnerships on future economic trends such as AI, space, smart transport, Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi says

UAE is Japan's largest Arab trading partner and accounts for 36 percent of its total trade with Arab countries

World Economic Forum picks UAE Minister for its Young Global Leaders community to tackle future challenges

The UAE minister was chosen in recognition of his role in implementing AI solutions, promoting the digital economy, attracting coding talents, and developing their capabilities

Expo 2020 boosted hotel revenues riding high on demand for beachfronts in Q1 2022

In the residential sector, improving tenant demand underpinned the annual increase in rents of 11 percent in Dubai and 3 percent in Abu Dhabi in February, a JLL report says

Saudi Arabia calls for global leaders to support World Bank fund, commits $100mn to close tourism financing gaps

The spring meetings of the World Bank Group examined the impact of Covid-19 and climate change as well as the need to support vulnerable communities in the tourism sector

Golden Visas will attract top talent, but recruiters must ensure a good experience

Recruiters provide many with their first flavour of the region, and for many that experience is below expectations

Will “regenerative leadership” overtake ‘purpose’ as this year’s buzzword?

There is no doubt that we need purpose in our work, but is purpose alone enough to turn around the organisations of the future?

Should luxury brands step into the metaverse?

Used correctly web 3.0 can benefit brand legacy, but the digital and physical must find a way to co-exist in perfect harmony to reap full benefits of this new world

AB Talks: Netflix rival Starzplay’s Maaz Sheikh on the UAE’s home-grown success stories

Dubbed the Emirates’ rival to Netflix, the UAE streaming service has signed a deal with E-vision from e& and ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based conglomerate, to acquire a majority stake – 57 percent – based on a post-money valuation of $420 million. The CEO and co-founder Maaz Sheikh sits down with Arabian Business