Dubai-based brokerage Equiti Group is working closely with regulators to crack down on an unlicensed company “EQUIITi” that impersonated the firm to scam investors. “As an established brand in the …
UAE Central Bank balance sheet hits AED734.6bn
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) saw its balance sheet soar to touch AED734.61 billion at the end of January 2024, marking a significant surge in its financial strength. Compared …
Minister, UAE envoy discuss strategies to enhance trade
World Bank identifies hurdles to foreign investment Minister, UAE envoy discuss strategies to enhance trade PM seeks plan to boost exports No reduction in poverty in sight: World …
American University of Sharjah patents blockchain system to improve carbon credits trading
Move addresses CO2 emissions challenges posed by thermal power generation . American University of Sharjah patents blockchain system to improve carbon credits trading . carbon credits trading …
Eid Al Fitr 2024: Fireworks to light up the skies over Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Here are some of the places where you can watch the fireworks in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The man-made island opposite JBR will host a firework display on the third day of the Eid Al Fitr holiday, at 8pm.
UAE’s Jubail Island Investment Company unveils $1.09bn beachfront community in Abu Dhabi
Owned by JIIC, Jubail Island is set to become a premier residential destination, housing six residential villages amidst the rich biodiversity of the mangroves …
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions hit $4.3bn in Q1
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions reached AED15.9bn ($4.3bn) during the first quarter of 2024 (Q1 2024), according to data from the DARI platform of the Department of Municipalities and Transport …
Abu Dhabi’s real estate transactions top $4.32bn in Q1
The value of real estate transactions in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi reached AED15.9 billion ($4.32 billion) during the first quarter of 2024 (Q1 2024), registering 5,127 sales and mortgage transactions …
Abu Dhabi records over 873,000 hours spent in volunteer work
Output represents 63% increase, delivered through 1,185 volunteering opportunities Abu Dhabi: The Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi (DCD), the regulatory authority overseeing the social …
UAE’s non-oil business activity growth eases slightly in March, PMI shows
Growth in the United Arab Emirates’ non-oil business sector eased a little in March, a survey showed on Wednesday, with supply constraints from shipping disruption in the Red Sea contributing to …
‘Eating, drinking openly’: Some UAE residents shocked by ‘inappropriate behaviour’ during Ramadan
Restaurants in Dubai are now permitted to remain open during fasting hours, reflecting how the emirate embraces its diverse population …
9-day Eid Al Fitr break in UAE: Residents pay up to Dh10,000 per night as hotels record 100% occupancy
Hotels and short-term rentals across the UAE are seeing a huge surge in demand as Eid holidays were announced on Monday. According to the announcement, residents will enjoy either a six-day break or a …
Gold: Should UAE shoppers book now, pay later for Eid after Dh11/gm increase in 10 days?
UAE gold rate has gained Dh11 a gram in 10 days – and another increase is coming UAE shoppers have been waiting for some softening in gold price movements for the better part of 3 weeks now. As gold …
Video shows Ukrainian entrepreneur in Dubai, not official’s son dodging military duty
A satirical video posted by a tech entrepreneur living in Dubai has been shared by pro-Russian accounts falsely claiming it shows the son of a high-ranking Ukrainian official s hirking military duty …
Dubai Private Schools Allowed Fee Increase of Up to 5.2%
Private schools in Dubai have been granted permission to increase their fees by up to 5.2 per cent for the upcoming academic year, depending on their performance in the latest annual inspections …
20 Top International Hotel Bars, According to the Experts
It’s no secret that some of the top hotels in the world also happen to have some of the most stellar cocktail bars.
Binance Appoints Board of Directors for First Time in Effort to Rebuild Reputation Following Legal Troubles
Binance has named a board of directors for the first time in an effort to reshape its image following last year’s guilty plea to US charges of sanctions violations.