Expo City Dubai, the vibrant mixed-use development and legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai, has appointed real estate consultancy Savills to undertake leasing, property management and fit-out services for the commercial spaces within the development. The 3.5 sq km city has evolved into a sustainable innovative hub, now home to major international corporations including Siemens Industrial, Siemens Energy and DP World, alongside diverse retail and F&B concepts that cater to professionals and visitors across the development. Residential projects are also underway, underscoring the city’s 15-minute design principles and reinforcing its vision as a blueprint for sustainable urban living. Expo City Dubai is

In a significant move towards the UAE’s goal of becoming a worldwide leader in artificial intelligence, AIR (AI Realtor) has announced the launch of the region’s first fully AI-native real estate brokerage platform, built from the ground up in Dubai. Backed by the nation’s National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031,AIR represents the next frontier of technology-driven transformation, powered by the nation’s growing pool of world-class AI and technology talent. Unlike many regional tech models inspired by global counterparts, AIR is not an adaptation but a truly homegrown innovation. It was conceived and built within the UAE’s robust digital ecosystem, one supported

Chestertons MENA has released new research outlining the latest trends shaping Dubai’s commercial real estate sector. The market continues to register strong demand for Grade A office space, high occupancy levels across prime districts, and increasing investor appetite for mixed use and logistics focused assets. The sector is being further supported by rising rental values, strong economic fundamentals, and a limited new supply pipeline. An Evolving Market Dubai’s commercial property landscape has witnessed a significant shift over the past five years, characterised by tightening supply and consistent occupier demand. Prime districts such as DIFC, Business Bay, and Dubai Internet City continue

Following a successful series of pilot events throughout 2025, Short Stay Circle is proud to announce it will be launching its new membership programme, along with the rollout of its dedicated digital hub in December. Created for the region’s growing community of short-term rental operators, hospitality founders, and service providers, the new offering strengthens Short Stay Circle’s mission to connect credible people, services, and ideas across the UAE's short-stay ecosystem. Although the official membership is not yet open, interested parties are now able to sign up via the website for the waiting list to be one of the first to become

Dubai's ultra-luxury villa market has moved past a post-COVID boom to become a stable global asset class, with record-breaking sales of AED40+ million properties and demand for elite ‘trophy’ homes on the rise. Analysis by fäm Properties highlights AED 70M-AED100M deals climbing sharply, resales overtaking new sales, and the emergence of a ‘golden triangle’ of wealth between Palm Jumeirah, Emirates Hills and MBR City. Data from DXBinteract also identifies Palm Jebel Ali, Tilal Al Ghaf and The Oasis as the next frontiers for ultra-luxury villas worth AED100M+ after handover in the next three years. “Dubai’s AED 40M+ villa market is now a sustained

Al Barari has announced the arrival of The Cape, its final residential masterpiece and the culmination of two decades dedicated to crafting Dubai's most iconic nature led community. As the last chapter in Al Barari's development journey, The Cape reflects the Zaal family's long standing vision, commitment to excellence, and belief in creating places where nature and life move in harmony. For over twenty years, Al Barari has reshaped the perception of luxury living in Dubai. From its lush botanical landscapes and flowing waterways to its peaceful residential pockets and beloved homegrown concepts such as The Farm, the community has become a

The Sharafi Group, one of the UAE’s most established and diversified business conglomerates, announced continued success across its portfolio of operations, underscoring its long-standing contribution to the nation’s growth and development. With a legacy spanning ten decades, Sharafi Group has built a reputation for quality, integrity, and forward-thinking leadership, delivering exceptional projects across real estate, hospitality, contracting, design, brokerage, maintenance, and technology. “At Sharafi Group, we believe in enhancing everyday lives by being the most trusted and customer-centric group in Dubai and beyond,” said Abdollah Sharafi, Head of Sharafi Group. “Our mission is to shape a brighter and more prosperous future for the

Bayut and dubizzle, the UAE’s leading property portals under Dubizzle Group, have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PRYPCO Mortgage, the home financing vertical of PRYPCO, the leading PropTech platform in the region, to enhance access to innovative property financing solutions for homebuyers across the UAE. The signing ceremony took place at the Bayut & dubizzle headquarters in Dubai Design District, where Amira Sajwani, Founder and CEO of PRYPCO, and Haider Khan, CEO of Bayut & dubizzle and CEO of Dubizzle Group MENA, formally exchanged and signed the agreement. The event was attended by senior executives and partners, marking

Expo City Dubai, the vibrant mixed-use development and legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai, has appointed real estate consultancy Savills to undertake leasing, property management and fit-out services for the commercial spaces within the development. The 3.5 sq km city has evolved into a sustainable innovative hub, now home to major international corporations including Siemens Industrial, Siemens Energy and DP World, alongside diverse retail and F&B concepts that cater to professionals and visitors across the development. Residential projects are also underway, underscoring the city’s 15-minute design principles and reinforcing its vision as a blueprint for sustainable urban living. Expo City Dubai is

betterhomes has released its Future Living Report 2025, based on a survey of 1,439 Dubai residents, revealing a decisive behavioural shift in the rental market. Tenant purchase intent has surged, signalling a structural change driven by rental affordability pressures, long-term residency plans and increasingly accessible mortgage solutions. Tenants move closer to homeownership More than half (55%) of tenants now plan to buy property within the next 1–3 years, a significant increase from 25% last year. Alongside this, 61% of prospective buyers expect to finance their purchase with a mortgage, underscoring strong end-user demand and a growing reliance on structured lending. Ownership patterns are diversifying,