Ripple empowers the diamond tokenization on the XRP Ledger, totaling $280million. Billiton Diamond and Ctrl Alt of the UAE are taking luxury assets on-chain with enterprise custody.
Dubai now has a flying Renault in a mall, and everyone is pretending this is normal
At some point, someone looked at the humble Renault 4 and thought, “this is nice, but what if it could just leave traffic entirely?” The result is the Renault AIR4, a real vertical take-off …
Swiss Private Bank Expands Crypto Services to UAE
Swiss private bank Maerki Baumann expands into the UAE after ADGM approval, targeting blockchain, crypto services, and Web3 entrepreneurs.
Lawmakers anticipate Trump ethics fight as crypto bill advances
Democrats push to add strict ethics rules to a major US crypto market structure bill amid scrutiny of Trump-linked crypto ventures and foreign investment ties. Join a premium crypto trading community …
WTA Abu Dhabi semifinal predictions including Clara Tauson vs Sara Bejlek
The 2026 WTA Abu Dhabi Open has reached the semifinal stage. Czech qualifier Sara Bejlek faces third seed Clara Tauson, while Hailey Baptiste will lock horns against Ekaterina Alexandrova.
DCDE organises roundtable with investors and family offices to discuss VC investment opportunities in Dubai
The roundtable was attended by His Excellency Ahmad bin Byat, Vice Chairman of Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy; His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers; and …
Sheikh Sultan hails Sharjah’s cultural and historical ties with Portugal
His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received Alberto Fernando Santos, Secretary of State …
Dubai’s financial hub posts record growth on hedge fund boom
Dubai’s financial hub saw a record annual rise in company registrations last year, driven by hedge funds and wealth managers that has prompted an expansion plan to more than double its size by 2040.
Swiss private bank Maerki Baumann gains approval for UAE crypto business unit
The Swiss private bank Maerki Baumann & Co. Ltd. is now regulated in the UAE by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM. Its Middle East Hub branch in Abu Dhabi aims to support …
Budanov calls Abu Dhabi talks with US., Russia constructive
“The negotiations were truly constructive. I am grateful to the U.S. and the UAE for their excellent organization and mediation,” Budanov said. The second round of trilateral negotiations between …
Warren to call for reversal of Trump’s UAE chip sales after ‘Spy Sheikh’ revelations
President Donald Trump made a deal in May to send 500,000 of the most advanced U.S. AI chips to the United Arab Emirates.
UAE plans compound for Palestinians in Israeli-held south Gaza, map shows
By Alexander Cornwell JERUSALEM, Feb 5 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates has drafted plans to build a compound to house thousands of displaced Palestinians in a part of south Gaza under Israeli …
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development announces satellite launch in collaboration with Orbitworks
DUBAI, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — In a strategic move reinforcing the United Arab Emirates’ position as a global hub for the manufacturing of small and medium-sized satellites, Abu Dhabi Fund for …
Dubai Customs discusses cooperation with senior Omani delegation
DUBAI, 5th February, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs welcomed a high-level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman on an official visit aimed at strengthening institutional relations and expanding areas of …
Portugal guest of honour at 23rd edition of Sharjah Heritage Days
Portugal launched its participation as the guest of honour at the 23rd edition of Sharjah Heritage Days with captivating artistic performances and lively folk dances that drew warm applause from the …
Dubai Sold More $10 Million-Plus Homes Than Any Other City Last Quarter
According to Knight Frank, Dubai led the world in $10 million-plus home sales last quarter, helping drive $10.3 billion in global super-prime deals.
DIFC’s landmark 2025 results solidify Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for finance and business
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) announced landmark annual results that underscore Dubai’s prominence as the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA …