Dubai-listed Al Ansari Financial Services aims to employ 1,200 UAE Nationals by the end of 2026, according to a report by Gulf News. As of September 2026, the company employed 1,041 Emiratis, making up around 24 percent of its UAE workforce. The group continues expanding recruitment in partnership with government programs including NAFIS and Dawamee.
Speaking at a conference in Abu Dhabi, Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch claimed the French firm's new model outperforms Chinese competitors in cybersecurity. Mensch said Mistral's position outside the US and China could help it secure enterprise clients across the Gulf and Asia-Pacific. The startup raised €3 billion at a €21 billion valuation in September 2026 as it battles US rivals and lower-cost Chinese offerings.
Finanshels has introduced Hala Tax, an AI-powered tax advisor designed for small businesses and freelancers in the UAE. The tool provides guidance on Corporate Tax, VAT, and Small Business Relief based on UAE legislation and Federal Tax Authority updates. Accessible via web and WhatsApp, it generates personalized compliance summaries and provides access to professional review.
The Board of Management of the UAE's Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation met to review operational and regulatory updates across the nuclear sector. Discussions addressed the operations of the four units at the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant, environmental monitoring initiatives, and research and development projects. The board was also briefed on an Agentic AI transformation programme designed to enhance digital public services and regulatory operations.
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