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The UAE continues to attract international companies as a major employment market and base for Middle East growth. Its private sector workforce grew by 12.4% in 2025 and a further 2.5% in Q1 2026, according to MoHRE. Yet successful entry requires early planning, as every hire carries implications for licensing, sponsorship, employment law and operating control. Startup diverse international businesspeople shaking hands Aethra Advisory outlines the functional international playbook for designing the right workforce model before expansion begins. Compliance is more layered than expected Compliance is often reduced to obtaining a visa and issuing an employment contract.  In reality, it…

Losing access to a Google account is rarely a quick fix, but Google has been actively working to make things easier. Last year, the company introduced a feature called Recovery Contacts that lets you designate a trusted friend or family member to verify your identity if you ever get locked out. Now, Google has introduced a new option, one that uses your face to get you back in instead of a phone call to a friend. Like Recovery Contacts, the new selfie video authentication feature requires some setup before you can use your face to sign into your Google account.…

Ride-hailing has become part of everyday movement across the UAE, supporting journeys to offices, airports, shopping destinations and public transport hubs. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported that public transport, shared mobility and taxis served 802.1 million riders in 2025, showing the scale of demand for connected urban transport. That scale has raised passenger expectations, and they judge a ride before the vehicle arrives. Yango Ride, the ride-hailing service and part of global tech company Yango Group, identifies the five key expectations that influence ride-booking decisions across the UAE. Reliability and convenience when time is limited A ride is useful…

Ultrahuman is rolling out Emerald today, its biggest platform update in four years. If you own an Ultrahuman Ring Air, Ring Pro, or any of its other health devices, your app is about to look and feel very different. What is UltraSphere, and why does it matter? The big update is the UltraSphere, a decision engine Ultrahuman claims is a first for a smart ring. Instead of throwing another chart at you, it sits front and center on the home screen and hands out more than 60 Next Best Actions based on your sleep, recovery, HRV, stress, movement, and even…

Heritage developer defines off-plan confidence for buyers with a build-first philosophy, bringing projects to market only after construction progress is well underway Dubai, UAE – July 2026:Alyakka Developers has successfully handed over Waha Living, its inaugural freehold residential development in Jumeirah Garden City, marking a significant milestone for the UAE homegrown developer. Delivered on schedule, the AED 110 million development is already approximately 70% occupied, reflecting strong buyer confidence in a developer whose roots in Dubai’s real estate market extend back more than 25 years. Unlike many developers that launch projects off-plan, Alyakka follows a distinctive build-first philosophy, beginning sales…

Apple reportedly plans to launch a Klarna-backed financing program next week that will let you pay off an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch in monthly installments over two to three years. While Apple hasn’t shared any details about the rumored “Apple Upgrade” program yet, code spotted in an iOS 27 beta release suggests the company has already built a system to deal with customers who fall behind on payments. A built-in switch lenders can flip to lock most apps According to 9to5Mac, iOS 27 includes a new framework called App Managed Features, which hands an approved lending app the…

Dubai’s off-plan market raises the bar for next-generation landmark luxury developments, MERED analysis shows Dubai, UAE – 23 July 2026: Dubai’s real estate market recorded 87,800 transactions worth AED 291.7 billion during the first half of 2026, with off-plan properties accounting for 71% of all transactions. Against this backdrop, MERED, the international real estate developer, highlights how sustained off-plan demand and a growing pipeline of landmark developments are raising expectations for the next generation of luxury residences across the city. This concentration of activity in the off-plan segment reflects continued confidence in Dubai’s development pipeline and its long-term growth prospects.…

For nearly half a decade, Google has been trying to transition users away from the mess of unsafe (and easy-to-guess) passwords. First came hardware keys (like those made by YuBiCo) and then came the password-less login system called Passkeys that enabled biometric sign-ins, too. Now, Google wants you to verify your identity with a selfie video, somewhat like we use Face ID to sign in for services on an iPhone or iPad.  “Selfie video is a new way to get into your account, giving you more options if you’re ever locked out or don’t have access to your usual phone…

NRTC Group Turns Fresh Produce into Family Fun with Interactive Summer Workshop Series This summer, NRTC Group is opening its doors to families across Dubai with the launch of a vibrant new programme of interactive workshops designed to inspire creativity, encourage healthy habits and bring parents and children together through the world of fresh food. Hosted at NRTC Group’s Dubai Nad Al Hamar branch, the Summer Family Workshop Series will transform fresh fruits and vegetables into hands-on learning experiences, offering families a unique opportunity to create, discover and connect in a fun and engaging environment. The curated programme will feature…

Lenovo has expanded its LOQ gaming laptop lineup with a new graphics option. The company has introduced a refreshed version of the LOQ 17IRX10, pairing Intel’s Core i7-14700HX processor with Nvidia’s newly announced GeForce RTX 5070 12GB laptop GPU. The update gives buyers another configuration to choose from without changing the overall design or feature set of the laptop. The new variant joins Lenovo’s existing LOQ 17IRX10 lineup, which was previously available with GeForce RTX 5050, RTX 5060, and RTX 5070 8GB graphics options. While the chassis remains unchanged, the addition of a 12GB RTX 5070 brings more VRAM to…