Amazon will start delivering restaurant takeaways, entering a cutthroat market that includes Deliveroo and Zomato. Delivery will be free for orders above AED 74. The company said London would be the first city to benefit from the service. In a statement on Wednesday, it said users must first subscribe to Amazon’s Prime delivery scheme.
Amazon in talks to invest in OpenAI
Amazon.com Inc is in discussions to invest in OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, in a potential deal that could value the artificial intelligence company at over $500 billion, a source familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.
DXB to welcome over 4.2 million guests over next two weeks
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is gearing up to accommodate a surge in travellers over the next two weeks, marking one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
UAE, India review strategic partnership during joint sessions in Abu Dhabi
The UAE and India have reviewed the progress of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries that aim to advance bilateral trade towards a shared goal of $100 billion.
Mubadala, Barings launch $500 million global real estate debt partnership
Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala Investment Company and global investment manager Barings have announced the launch of a $500 million global real estate debt partnership.
UAE, Philippines agree on additional flight rights
The UAE and the Philippines have agreed to expand air services, clearing the way for UAE national carriers to operate additional flights to Manila.
Motorists have been advised to exercise caution on the road after UAE weather bureau issued a yellow dust alert and warned of visibility dropping to less than 2,000 metres in some parts.
The UAE is set to significantly widen its ban on single-use plastics, with the second phase coming into effect on January 1, 2026.
A 4.3 Magnitude Earthquake has been recorded in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday at 2:11 am UAE time, according to weather authorities.
