The Bank of Japan has introduced a negative interest rate in a surprise move. The benchmark rate of -0.1% means that the central bank will charge commercial banks 0.1% on some of their deposits. It's hoped the moves will encourage banks to lend, and counter the ongoing economic slump in the world's third-largest economy. Investors cheered the surprise stimulus as Japan's share prices rose 476.85 points to close at 17,518.30 points at the Tokyo Stock Exchange, after the plans were unveiled.
Microsoft's global outage eases after disrupting businesses, governments
A global outage of Microsoft Outlook and Teams was easing on Friday after nearly 24 hours of chaos that crippled online communications, forcing some organisations to revert to fax.
Dubai Investments reports AED 1.13 billion profit before tax
Dubai Investments has reported profit before tax of AED 1.13 billion for the first nine months of 2026, up from AED 1.10 billion during the same period last year.
Dubai retains position as leading maritime city
Dubai has retained its position as the Middle East's leading maritime city and ranked 12th globally in the 2026 Leading Maritime Cities report by DNV and Menon Economics.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang steps down
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is stepping down, leaving the AI industry without its biggest champion and clouding the future of the chipmaker he built into an AI powerhouse.
DEWA reports record-breaking AED25.74 billion revenue in 2026
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reported record-breaking revenue of AED25.74 billion in the first nine months of 2026 - up 3 per cent on last year.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
