Our weekly roundup of news from East Asia curates the industry’s most important developments. Hong Kong gaming firm to invest $100M in crypto Boyaa Interactive International, a publicly traded Hong …
Etisalat offers to boost stake in in Mobily in $2.12 billion deal
Etisalat, the biggest phone operator in the United Arab Emirates, proposed to boost its shareholding in Saudi Arabia’s Mobily in a deal that could be valued at $2.12 billion. Etisalat offered 47 …
Yuya Takemura: From Tokyo to Dubai, Building a Global Blockchain Empire
As financial technology reshapes global commerce, a new generation of entrepreneurs is driving innovation through blockchain, digital assets and decentralised f …
“The corridor to the future runs through the UAE”: Abu Dhabi powering the AI era with molecules, gigawatts and partnership
Opening Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026, HE Dr Al Jaber hails a new era of human progress, defined for the first time by computational power and …
Dubai Police warn of AI-powered document forgery as fraud cases rise
Dubai Police warn of rising AI document forgery used in fraud, urging vigilance as offenders face jail terms and fines of up to $204,000 …
Dubai Police’s 5G-enabled patrol cars to reduce response time, improve detections
The smart vehicle is equipped with AI technologies and high-tech cameras that are connected directly to the control and command room via Etisalat’s 5G network. Brigadier Khaled Nasser Al-Razooqi, …
Now get 5G connectivity at Dubai’s Etisalat Metro Station
Users can experience speeds of over 1Gbps, 20 times faster than 4G Dubai: UAE telecom operator Etisalat on Saturday said it is enabling the superfast 5G connectivity at the Etisalat Metro Station in …
Dubai Future Finance Week 2026 set to convene global leaders across finance, policy, technology, investment
The inaugural edition of Dubai Future Finance Week (DFFW) will take place from 11th to 15th May 2026, convening international leaders from the finance, policy, technology and investment sectors …
Abu Dhabi-based AI academy opens applications for second cohort of its executive program for chief AI officers
The AI Academy, the Abu Dhabi-based executive education hub, has opened applications for the second cohort of its executive program for chief artificial intelligence officers, which is set to run from …
Sharjah to unveil $136M exhibition & conventions centre by 2027
Sharjah is gearing up for a major boost to its events and cultural scene. The emirate will build a new exhibitions and conventions centre at a cost of AED 500 million ($136.2 million), after …
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 Opens with Focus on Systems-Level Solutions
ABU DHABI — The capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 (ADSW) on Jan. 13, positioning itself once again as a global platform for dialogue and practical …
Somali regions reject Mogadishu’s move to cut ties with UAE
Three self-governing regions in Somalia that have close relations with the United Arab Emirates have dismissed a decision this week by the central government to sever ties with the UAE, a longterm …
Saudi Arabia overtakes UAE as MENA sustainable finance tops $35bn
Banks and energy firms drive sevenfold market expansion since 2020, according to Bloomberg Intelligence report …
Pakistan, UAE agree on pre-immigration clearance to ease travel
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to introduce a pre-immigration clearance system that will allow passengers to complete immigration formalities before departure, enabling them to …
Global FinTech Investment Rises 21% In 2025
After long stints of uncertain valuations and cautious investors, new stats reveal that global fintech investment actually grew in 2025. According to a report published by Innovate Finance, fintech …
KIB participates in nationwide “Motawer” fintech innovation program
As part of its commitment to advancing financial innovation, empowering emerging talent, and supporting the advancement of the national economy, Kuwait …
Inside a 5 bedroom Dubai beachfront apartment with sea views
Step inside a 5 bedroom beachfront apartment located at Sonder in JBR Dubai. The apartment offers direct beach access, open living spaces, and sea views throughout. It shows how high end beachfront …