Cover Story1 Sep 2026
GCC's $260bn AI opportunity hinges on selective sovereignty
The Gulf has a $260 billion AI opportunity—but capturing it will depend on where the region chooses control, resilience and global partnership.
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A curated look at the people, companies and ideas shaping Dubai this September—from emerging businesses and major events to practical city guides and the stories worth following.
Published 1 September 2026
This month in Dubai
The Gulf has a $260 billion AI opportunity—but capturing it will depend on where the region chooses control, resilience and global partnership.
ReadDubai's RTA has awarded AED 1.161 billion in contracts to upgrade Al Meydan Street, cutting travel times and boosting north-south traffic capacity by 2028.
ReadThe UAE has created a six-track national program linking scientific research to strategic industries, chaired by senior UAE leaders.
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