Author: OMN AI

A gang of Algerian migrants has been jailed after a major theft involving luxury luggage linked to the Abu Dhabi royal family. The case involved jewellery worth around £600,000 taken in a fast-moving operation at a busy London travel hub. The crime took place after victims arrived in the United Kingdom on the Eurostar service. The victims were three members of House of Nahyan, the ruling family of Abu Dhabi. They included Roda Al Nahyan, her mother Shamsa, and Najla Al Qubaisi. All three had travelled from Europe and arrived in London before the incident happened. The group had just…

Abu Dhabi is changing fast. It is moving from an oil based economy to a global center for technology and startups. The city is now building a strong base for artificial intelligence, digital companies, and new businesses. This shift is part of a long term plan to grow beyond energy. The growth is driven by strong support from major institutions. These include Hub71, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (Abu Dhabi Investment Office), and Mubadala Investment Company. These groups provide funding, support, and global connections for startups. Their goal is to attract founders and help them scale fast. Abu Dhabi has…

The Government of Abu Dhabi has announced major reforms in its private education system. The new plan focuses on modern learning, strong national values, and better preparation for future jobs. It is designed to help students adapt to fast changes driven by technology and global competition. The reform effort is led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge). The agency said the strategy is closely linked with the long term vision of the Abu Dhabi leadership. The goal is to build a stronger education system that supports both economic growth and…

Abu Dhabi’s investment sector has gained fresh attention after a new research report issued a rare “buy” rating on 2PointZero PJSC, one of the emirate’s largest holding companies. The update gives investors new insight into the firm’s value and future growth. The rating comes at a time when Gulf markets are expanding fast, and institutional investors are looking at diversified assets linked to energy, consumer, and technology sectors. Analysts at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC (FAB) initiated coverage of 2PointZero PJSC with a buy rating. They set a price target of 3.30 dirhams, which suggests a potential upside of about…

Abu Dhabi is speeding up its clean energy plans by working more closely with China. The move shows a major shift in how the emirate is building its future energy system. Leaders say they want faster progress in solar power, electric vehicles, and smart technology. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, recently visited Shanghai. After the trip, he confirmed talks with 22 Chinese companies. One of them is CATL, the world’s largest electric vehicle battery maker. He said what he saw in China was “amazing” and said Chinese firms are ready to deliver solutions…

Abu Dhabi property market delivered a record performance in the first quarter of 2026 as strong demand pushed both sales and prices to new highs. The residential sector recorded AED38.1 billion, about $10.4 billion, in total sales between January and March, marking the strongest first quarter on record. According to property consultancy Cavendish Maxwell, the market saw around 8,100 transactions during the period. This represents a sharp rise of more than 211 percent in total value compared to the same quarter last year. The number of deals also climbed by nearly 124 percent, showing strong momentum in the sector. The…

UAE travel insurance is changing fast as two major airlines introduce new protection plans for passengers. The updates focus on stronger medical support, better disruption cover, and wider safety benefits for international travelers. Emirates Airline has launched a new global insurance product called Comprehensive Travel Cover. It is designed to give passengers full protection from the moment they book a flight. The cover includes medical support, trip cancellation, lost baggage help, and emergency evacuation services worldwide. A key feature is conflict related medical cover, which applies even in regions facing instability. The airline says this makes it one of the…

Abu Dhabi defence firms are moving deeper into Europe. Edge Group and Leonardo have formed a new joint venture. The plan targets about €4 billion in defence orders over the next five years. It marks a major step in UAE defence expansion into Europe. The deal focuses on advanced airborne radar systems. These systems will be used for modern stealth aircraft. The companies also plan to sell the M-346 training and fighter aircraft in Europe and other markets. It will support next generation military systems. Edge Group is a major defence company based in the United Arab Emirates. It was…

CNTXT AI funding round has brought strong attention to the Gulf tech scene after the Arabic AI startup raised 60 million US dollars in a new Series A deal. The round was co-led by BlueFive Capital and AI71, a key AI company based in Abu Dhabi. The funding is seen as one of the largest early stage AI investments in the region this year. The deal gives CNTXT AI fresh capital to grow its products and enter new global markets. It also shows rising investor interest in Arabic focused artificial intelligence tools. The company is building systems that focus on…

An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a divorced couple to stop posting any images or personal content involving their children on social media. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court after a legal dispute between the father and the mother of two daughters over the use of the children in online posts, including commercial and promotional content. The case began when the father filed legal action against his ex-wife, asking the court to prevent her from using their children in social media content. However, the court found that both parents had been sharing images of the…