Investors have weighed in on Uber's acquisition of Careem.
On Tuesday, global ride-hailing firm Uber confirmed it will spend $3.1 billion to acquire its Middle East rival.
Fadi Ghandour, founder of Dubai-based Wamda Capital, tells ARN News what he makes of the development.
He added that the deal proves that local ideas are worth investing in.
You can listen to Ghandour's full interview with Dubai Eye 103.8's Business Breakfast here.
Eleven agreements signed at Al Ain Future Business Forum
Eleven agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed as the inaugural Al Ain Future Business Forum concluded at ADNEC Centre Al Ain.
UAE, Argentina launch CEPA negotiations
The UAE and Argentina have announced the launch of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a new step in efforts to deepen trade and investment relations.
Meraas awards AED 1 billion contract for Nad Al Sheba Gardens expansion
Meraas, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded a contract worth nearly AED 1 billion to GCC Contracting to build 272 villas and townhouses in Phase 7 of Nad Al Sheba Gardens.
Meta launches AI gadget Charm as race for post-smartphone hardware heats up
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday has unveiled a small handheld gadget called Meta Charm for using its new Muse AI assistant, taking the company's hardware efforts beyond its successful smart glasses.
UAE Central Bank sanctions Bank Melli Iran over compliance breaches
The Central Bank of the UAE has imposed strict enforcement measures on the UAE branches of Bank Melli Iran following violations of regulatory requirements, including legislation related to anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism and proliferation financing.
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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.
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