UAE News Today – Top Business, Travel & Culture Updates (7 Oct 2025)
AI expansions, startup support, aviation milestones, record real estate deals and festive season highlights — here’s your concise UAE roundup curated by UAEThrive.com.
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💼 Business & Technology
- Oracle grows in Dubai Internet City: new AI-focused experience centre to showcase cloud solutions for government and enterprises, building local talent and accelerating digital transformation.
- Dubai Founders HQ launches: workspace, mentorship and networks to help high-potential startups scale faster and strengthen the founder ecosystem.
- Content Creators Programme (Phase 2): DPC expands training, certifications and platform partnerships to build sustainable creator careers with Dubai-made content.
- Tokenised assets momentum: Dubai stands out as a global hub for real-world asset tokenisation on the back of clear regulation and institutional adoption.
- GITEX Global 2025: leading tech giants to converge on Dubai across AI, cloud, cybersecurity and mobility — fuelling partnerships and deal flow.
✈️ Aviation & Transport
- DXB 100m passengers goal: airport on track to hit the milestone within 18 months, supported by network expansion and processing upgrades.
- Biometric journey at DXB: Emirates scales facial-recognition tunnels and smart kiosks to cut queues and speed boarding.
- Wizz Air bookings open: low-fare routes and added frequencies from Abu Dhabi for upcoming seasons.
- Drone delivery roadmap: plan targets 70% citywide coverage within five years through smart-mobility corridors and trials.
- Road safety push: RTA warns of up to Dh3,000 fines for high-risk behaviours; campaign urges courteous driving.
- Dubai–Manila super-sale: limited Dh5 base fares spark demand for 2026 travel; seats are time-bound and subject to availability.
- Smart Gates guide: who can use them, documents needed, age rules and common blockers to speed up immigration.
🏙️ Real Estate & Economy
- Dh362m Business Bay land sale: canal-front plot sets a new benchmark, underscoring investor appetite for prime locations.
- Sharjah FDI surge: strategy delivers record inflows across manufacturing, logistics and services.
- Sharjah rents: Al Khan leads increases while Al Qasimia remains most affordable; neighbourhood gaps widen with shifting demand.
🏛️ Government & Public Services
- People of determination in emergencies: protocols enhance registration, alerts and evacuation support to improve readiness.
- Consumer safety: Dubai Municipality to test nail polish for EU-banned chemicals; enforcement to follow if violations found.
- Golden visas for educators: 200+ teachers and leaders recognised to boost talent retention.
- Sharjah cladding safety: 40 buildings declared safe after removals and upgrades; inspections continue.
🎡 Events & Lifestyle
- Global Village Season 30: returns with new pavilions, upgraded shows and expanded food experiences.
- Diwali 2025: city reveals official fireworks locations and timings to help residents plan travel and celebrations.
- How to book the Dubai Fountain Lake Ride: step-by-step tips for tickets, timing and the best viewing spots.
- TEDx Dubai cancelled: event pulled amid alleged speaker fee issues; organisers issue clarifications.
- Concerts: Amr Diab live in Dubai this November; Karan Aujla kicks off world tour in Abu Dhabi — early booking advised.
- Food feature: why Kerala’s Thalassery biryani wins hearts — plus five UAE spots to try it.
🏆 Sports
- DDF Tennis: tickets on sale tomorrow; premium seating expected to move fast.
- Golf: Dubai’s Rayhan Thomas keeps PGA Tour dream alive after gritty Korn Ferry finish.
🛰️ Science & Environment
- MBZ-SAT first photos: high-resolution Earth imagery to aid environmental monitoring and urban planning.
- IUCN Congress 2025, Abu Dhabi: 1,400 member organisations to shape biodiversity and nature-finance policy.
