Fintech may still be a small slice of global finance, but it’s scaling fast. A new report reveals five big trends—from smarter AI to rising onchain finance—that are reshaping the landscape. With …
BitOasis Bahrain to operate under Crypto-Asset Services License from Central Bank of Bahrain
BitOasis, a CoinDCX group company, is the regional cryptocurrency trading platform in the Middle East and North Africa. Headquartered in Dubai and established in 2016, BitOasis is a pioneer of the …
Trust Wallet Launches Buy+, Powered by Binance Connect, to Simplify Crypto Access
Users can buy tokens on BNB Chain, Base and Solana directly with cards, local currency and more – all without leaving the Trust Wallet app. DUBAI, UAE — June 2, …
5 of the best restaurants in Dubai this week: June 2 to 5
Catch-ups need carbs… If your week revolves around where to eat next, you’re in the right city. From limited-edition menus to daily set lunches and a few solid reasons not to cook – here are 5 of the …
NYU Abu Dhabi researchers develop paper-based diagnostic tool for infectious disease detection
A team of scientists at NYU Abu Dhabi has developed a breakthrough paper-based diagnostic device that can detect COVID-19 and other infectious diseases in under 10 minutes, without the need for …
Security and checkout friction remain top concerns for UAE online shoppers
Despite the rapid growth of eCommerce and significant strides in advancing the UAE’s digital economy, the report highlights that retailers still have room to improve the online checkout experience …
Eid Al Adha: Some UAE hotels hit 100% occupancy amid Schengen, US visa delays
Hotels across the UAE are experiencing a surge in bookings ahead of the Eid Al Adha holidays, with many properties reporting full or near-full occupancy. This uptick is largely driven by residents …
Dar Unveils Fahid Island: Abu Dhabi’s First Coastal Wellness Destination, With Over Aed 40 Billion in Development Value
Aldar today unveiled the masterplan for Abu Dhabi’s next iconic island destination, Fahid Island, which has an 11km coastline and a gross development va …
Inside airports in UAE: Facial recognition check-ins, 12-minute departures
Zayed International Airport experienced strong growth in flight traffic in 2024, making it essential to adopt digital solutions to meet this surge …
How Microsoft and Core42 are powering the UAE’s digital sovereignty
The UAE’s public cloud spending reached $2.95bn in 2024 and is forecasted to soar to $6.47bn by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 21.7 per cent …
Abu Dhabi: Dh1-billion settlement resolves dispute between developers
Abu Dhabi’s court settled a dispute between two major developers, Wahat Al Zaweya and Wahat Yas real estate project, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department announced Monday. The authority disbursed nearly …
Dubai Retains Global Top Spot for Attracting Greenfield FDI Projects in Cultural and Creative Industries in 2024
Dubai Retains Global Top Spot for attracting Greenfield FDI Projects in cultural and creative industries in 2024 …
Dubai’s US$10bln infrastructure spending key to the growth of the commercial vehicle market
Ahead of the 2025 edition of Automechanika Dubai, experts from Frost and Sullivan shared the latest industry insights for the commercial vehicle market …
GCC equity markets ease into Eid break after Dubai Residential REIT, Saudi UCIC IPOs
The upcoming listings of budget carrier Flynas and Specialized Medical Company could uplift a market weighed down by United Carton’s muted debut in Saudi Arabia …
UAE economic outlook remains bullish despite global volatility
Despite global economic volatility, the UAE maintains a strong economic outlook, analysts say. This is primarily driven by rising energy production, a robust tourism sector (Dubai welcomed 19 million …
Massive fire at Sharjah’s Al Hamriyah Port contained after 24-hour battle
A major industrial fire at Sharjah’s strategic Al Hamriyah Port triggered a swift, coordinated response that contained the fuel depot blaze within 24 hours. Massive fire at Sharjah’s Al Hamriyah Port …
Abu Dhabi to have first wellness island, launches Dh40-billion project
Abu Dhabi’s real estate landscape is set to expand with the launch of Fahid Island — a new Dh40 billion masterplanned destination by Aldar that promises to redefine coastal living with a focus on …