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Expo City Dubai has launched the sale of Expo Valley land plots, with prices starting from Dh11 million. The project includes 532 premium properties, offering unparalleled design flexibility and privacy.
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Cyborg4IR is in the process of registering the world's only DARQ (DLT, AI, XR, and quantum computing) patent; in continuing we address her biography. Introduction Niki Ara, AKA (also known as) Cyborg4IR, is an individual from gen Z (generation Z), a futurist, strategist, and consultant in various fields,
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Azizi Developments recorded $2.7 billion in sales in 2024, marking a significant milestone for the company. With 6,979 units slated for completion in 2025, the company anticipates delivering 25 projects.
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Saudi fintech startup JeelPay has raised $6.6 million in a Pre-Series A funding round, with participation from Joa Capital, AlJazira Capital, and other angel investors to enhance its financial services.
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Saudi Arabia raised $12 billion through a three-tranche bond, with a $37 billion order book oversubscription. Finance Minister Mohammed Al Jadaan approved the 2025 borrowing plan to cover the budget deficit, supporting Vision 2030.
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Dubai has launched ambitious housing projects worth AED5.4 billion ($1.5 billion), set to deliver 3,004 new homes for Emiratis. These initiatives aim to prioritize social development and enhance the emirate’s housing infrastructure.
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Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of January, marking its busiest start to a year ever.
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Saudi Arabia estimates its 2025 budget funding needs at SAR139 billion ($37.02 billion) to cover a projected budget deficit, aiming to diversify financing channels aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
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A prominent Abu Dhabi-based bitcoin miner, Phoenix Group, has launched a cutting-edge 50MW cryptocurrency mining facility in North Dakota, US, to consolidate its position as a leader in high-performance digital asset infrastructure.
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Dubai is set to expand its real estate rental index to cover commercial properties; it will force owners to upgrade their assets in a bid to qualify for increased rents, an initiative expected to launch in early 2025.
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Dubai Police's Unmanned Aerial Systems Centre officer Lieutenant Nouf Al Baloushi earns a historic Master's degree from the UK Defence Academy, pioneering advanced simulation and design in defence systems for UAE security.
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Dubai's Al Mamzar Corniche Beach will bring unique recreational activities by 2025. Among its attractions is a dedicated public beach for women with night swimming facilities, sports clubs, children's play areas, and paths for running, walking, and cycling.