Daily Archives: July 3, 2025

Shopping & Promotions

UAE Spending Surge Anticipated Heading into Dubai Summer Surprises 2025

Latest data from Checkout.com shows a 44% increase y-o-y in digital spending during last year’s Dubai Summer Surprises, with 62% of UAE consumers planning to increase their online shopping over the next year

Dubai, UAE – As the UAE gears up for another season of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), new data from Checkout.com reveals a sharp increase in digital spending during last year’s campaign, with signals pointing to even greater momentum this summer.

The number of daily digital transactions in the UAE jumped by 25% year-on-year during the DSS 2024 period, while consumers also spent more per transaction, with average ticket sizes growing by 16% year-on-year. Checkout.com’s own processing volumes in the UAE rose by 44% during last year’s DSS, reflecting a broader shift toward online-first lifestyles and growing consumer trust in digital payments across high-intent seasonal moments.

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Technologies

Zoho Strengthens Support for UAE’s Tech Sector By Partnering with DART

Dubai, UAE – 03 June, 2025: Zoho, a leading global technology company, has announced a new partnership with Dart, a leading business ecosystem in Dubai, aimed at empowering founders from around the world to relocate, setup and scale their companies in the UAE.

The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony between Premanand Velumani, Associate Director, Strategic Alliances Middle East and Africa (MEA) at Zoho, and Jack Mouzer, COO of Dart, at Dart’s Dubai headquarters. As part of this collaboration, Zoho will offer $500 in wallet credits to eligible Dart members, providing them access to its suite of 55+ cloud-based business applications. The company will also lead dedicated workshops, product training sessions, and webinars to help entrepreneurs and early-stage tech businesses build and grow efficiently using Zoho’s technology.

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Business & Investments

UAE’s Top Employers Honoured at Employee Happiness Awards 2025 — Culture Over Perks, Say Winners

The 2025 Employee Happiness Awards set the stage for a powerful celebration of workplace excellence, with 75% of the UAE’s Top Employers stealing the spotlight for their exceptional work culture

June 03, Dubai, UAE: The third edition of the Employee Happiness Awards was held last week at the Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi, honouring companies across the UAE that have built thoughtful, reliable frameworks to support employee well-being, culture, leadership, and inclusion.

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Education

Karan Brown, the Visionary Behind Numu Nurseries

Karan Brown, the Visionary Behind Numu Nurseries, Is Shaping the Future of Early LearningWith a career spanning over 30 years, Karan is redefining early childhood education in the UAE—placing neuroscience, empathy, and connection at the heart of every child’s journey

Karan Brown-Director of Education at Numu Nurseries

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Business & Investments, Real Estate

Top 10 Serviced Offices in Dubai for 2025 (With Features Compared)

As Dubai continues to thrive as a global business hub, more companies are turning to serviced offices to benefit from flexible leases, premium amenities, and prime locations. Whether you’re a startup, SME, or multinational expanding into the UAE, choosing the right office space can significantly impact your growth.

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