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Majority of UAE shoppers willing to allow AI assistants to shop on their behalf, says report
4+ hour, 1+ min ago (276+ words) A new survey finds that security concerns continue to interrupt the checkout journey, with 32 per cent of UAE consumers abandoning carts due to payment security concerns...
E-Commerce businesses regain confidence as sector sees 10. 1% CAGR
1+ week, 5+ day ago (209+ words) Thu, Apr 30, 2026 | Dhu al-Qadah 12, 1447 | Fajr 04: 21 The UAE ecommerce sector has quickly recovered from the effects of the Iran conflict, as most families preferred ordering from home. Data from Redseer Consulting shows food and beverage delivery has increased sharply by 18 percent…...
UAE e-commerce jumps 20pc as mobile shopping, cashless push spur retail shift
1+ week, 6+ day ago (599+ words) Thu, Apr 30, 2026 | Dhu al-Qadah 12, 1447 | Fajr 04: 21 The UAE's e-commerce sector has recorded a sharp 20 per cent surge since February 2026, signalling a decisive shift in consumer behaviour as mobile-first shopping, faster delivery networks and the country's rapid transition toward a cashless economy…...
European Technical brings 66 licensed maintenance services to Dubai and Sharjah landlords
4+ week, 22+ hour ago (173+ words) Wed, Apr 15, 2026 | Shawwal 27, 1447 | Fajr 04: 37 European Technical LLC has expanded its property maintenance operations to serve landlords, property management firms, and portfolio operators across Dubai and Sharjah. The SHAMS-licensed company originally developed its service model around a private residential portfolio spanning…...
Trade without pause: How the UAE keeps e-commerce moving
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (871+ words) Wed, Apr 08, 2026 | Shawwal 20, 1447 | Fajr 04: 45 As regional tensions continue to shape global headlines, one of the clearest indicators of stability lies in what continues to function without disruption. In the UAE, cross-border e-commerce and digital trade have remained firmly in motion,…...
Remittance'driven digital growth accelerates as consumers shift behaviour amid currency volatility
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (460+ words) Khaleej Times Remittance'driven digital growth accelerates as consumers shift behaviour amid currency volatility Al Ansari Exchange is sharpening its focus on digital expansion while maintaining a substantial branch presence to serve evolving customer needs Global remittance patterns are undergoing a…...
i FX EXPO Dubai 2026: Two days that shape the online trading year ahead
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (266+ words) Thu, Feb 05, 2026 | Shaban 17, 1447 | Fajr 05: 41 As i FX EXPO Dubai 2026 approaches, the global online trading community is preparing to gather once again for one of the industry's most important annual events. With 10k+ attendees, 200+ exhibitors, and 150+ speakers, the expo remains the region's…...
New AI-powered classifieds platform Shoofi gains early traction in the UAE and GCC
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (488+ words) Fri, Jan 30, 2026 | Shaban 11, 1447 | Fajr 05: 43 VOICE OF THE UAE. SINCE 1978 A new player is gaining momentum in the UAE market. Shoofi, an AI-powered platform for classified listings, is attracting early attention by introducing a transaction-driven approach focused on real deal execution....
Oh My Desk: Building a new kind of coworking space and business center in Dubai
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (1232+ words) Thu, Jan 29, 2026 | Shaban 10, 1447 | Fajr 05: 43 VOICE OF THE UAE. SINCE 1978 Dubai has never been a city that does things halfway. From architecture to business, ambition here is often expressed through scale, speed, and visibility. Over the past decade, the city has…...
i FX EXPO Dubai 2026 opens in under two weeks, expands with The Trading Festival
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (365+ words) Tue, Jan 27, 2026 | Shaban 8, 1447 | Fajr 05: 44 | DXB 22. 2 C The February 1012 event will bring 10, 000+ global industry professionals to Dubai, introducing a new trading-focused experience alongside its core exhibition and conference programme This year's edition introduces The Trading Festival, a dedicated trading-focused experience designed…...