Dubai has launched Phase Two of its real estate tokenization project in partnership with Ctrl Alt has secondary trading goes live on the XRP Ledger.
UAE GDP up 5.1 per cent to $381bn in first nine months of 2025 as non-oil sector tops $272bn
UAE GDP expanded 5.1 per cent to $381bn in first nine months of 2025, with non-oil sector exceeding $272bn, according to FCSC …
Dubai’s top bank accelerates Asia push as flows surge
Emirates NBD Bank PJSC is expanding its footprint in Asia as capital flows between the Middle East and fast-growing Asian markets gather pace.
Sharjah K-12 enrollment reaches 251,000 in academic year 2025
Sharjah’s K-12 education sector has reached approximately 251,000 students, with 83% enrolled in private schools, according to research and analysis by global strategy consultancy firm L.E.K.
Abu Dhabi real estate hit record $39bn in 2025 as transactions jump 44 per cent
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions hit a record $38.7bn in 2025, up 44 per cent, with foreign investment reaching $2.23bn …
UAE firm launches Somaliland solar project
Global South Utilities has inaugurated a 5MW solar plant in Berbera, advancing Somaliland’s shift from diesel dependence to renewable energy. . UAE firm launches Somaliland solar project . Energy …
UAE: Motoring Along Nicely With Some Fine Tailwinds To Support It
Shares MSCI UAE ETF (UAE) is a buy: strong non-oil growth, 3.57% dividend yield,
Dubai confirms final phase of single-use plastics ban
Dubai has enforced the final stage of its phased single-use plastics ban, expanding regulated products to include plastic plates, cups and lids, and single-use cutlery.
Real Estate as a Bridge in Financing, an Alternative Investment and Its Scope in the Dubai Market
Real estate in Dubai is shifting from being viewed mainly as a final investment destination to serving as a bridge for capital. Investors are increasingly …
United Arab Emirates Accumulates $455 Million in Bitcoin Through Sovereign Mining
On February 19, 2026, on-chain data verified by Arkham Intelligence confirmed that the government of the United Arab Emirates has successfully mined and …
Bitstamp hires James Greenwood as CTO
This content is provided by an external author without editing by Finextra. It expresses the views and opinions of the author. James’ appointment is part of a series of high-profile hires and internal …
Star power sells: Dubai developers turn to Bollywood
With billions of dirhams’ worth of property launching each quarter, developers in Dubai are searching for sharper differentiation. One answer has emerged repeatedly: Bollywood. Over the past year, …
Solar, smart grids and green hydrogen: Inside DEWA’s expanding India partnership
The Indian diplomats praised DEWA’s forward-looking initiatives and the supportive environment extended to Indian businesses operating in Dubai …
HE Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi leads UAE delegation to Namibia to advance bilateral economic engagement
Non-oil trade between the UAE and Namibia reflects growing commercial exchange between the two countries, reaching approximately US$262 million in 2025 …
Dubai bank Emirates NBD launches silver bars from 100g to 1kg
Emirates NBD on Thursday announced the launch of silver bars, expanding its precious metals portfolio in response to growing customer demand for diversified and non-correlated investment options.Dubai …
UAE-India partnership: PM meets Abu Dhabi Crown prince
PM Narendra Modi and Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled encouraged UAE’s sovereign wealth funds to continue investing in the Indian economy.
Dubai draws surge of Chinese emigration amid graft crackdown
Dubai has emerged as a preferred destination for Chinese emigrants seeking to relocate assets abroad, as Beijing intensifies anti-corruption campaign.