Imports of gold into Singapore from Dubai hit a record last month, thanks to wealthy investors seeking alternative hubs against the backdrop of an eight-week conflict in the Persian Gulf.
Speedex Tools expands into Abu Dhabi with new store
The new store introduces a customer-first concept for professionals and homeowners seeking reliable tools and expert guidance …
Property experts weigh in as Dubai scraps Dhs750k visa threshold
Developers and market analysts say the move could unlock new demand, deepen liquidity and accelerate Dubai’s shift towards long-term residency-led homeownership …
Gentrack acquires Dubai Technology Partners for US$10M to enhance airports division
NZX-listed utility software developer Gentrack Group has entered into an agreement to acquire United Arab Emirates-based airport technology and services provider Dubai Technology Partners (DTP) in a …
Bank of Sharjah approves 6.5% dividend as net profit soars 89% in 2025
Bank of Sharjah reinforced its commitment to the UAE’s Emiratization agenda, embedding it as a core pillar of its long-term strategy …
UAE Break With OPEC Puts African Crude Exports At Risk
Low-cost UAE exports could undercut higher cost African producers.
Primark confirms opening date of Mall of the Emirates store
Primark has partnered with Alshaya Group to bring three stores to Dubai in 2026. Find the iconic British chain at Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif …
UAE courts Kurds in Abu Dhabi after OPEC exit
UAE Courts Kurds in Abu Dhabi After OPEC Exit …
First digital system to track marine fishing activated in Sharjah, Fujairah to enhance national fisheries management
SHARJAH, 1st May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE’s fisheries and fishing sector is witnessing a new expansion of the “SFS Fisheries” system, the first digital platform of its kind at the national and regional …
Dubai real estate: New residency rules scrap $204,000 minimum, boosting demand
Dubai removes $204,000 property threshold for residency, with new rules set to boost demand and expand investor base, study finds …
I moved to Dubai as others were leaving. My company made the decision easy.
Last month, Renee O’Drobinak moved with her husband from London to Dubai for a marketing job. She says her life is much easier now.
Drug kingpin extradited from Dubai is jailed for six years
A man who directed a million-pound drug gang has been jailed for six years after being brought back to Scotland from Dubai. Stephen ‘Jimmy’ Jamieson, 43, was caught communicating with fellow gangsters …
‘Dubai will not be forgotten’: Sheikh Mohammed honours winners of Erth Dubai awards
“Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has honoured the winners of the Erth Dubai Awards, which celebrate the emirate’s identity, heritage and aim at the preservation of collective memory.
Dubai Financial Market Q1/26 net profit up 43%; ADTV exceeds AED1 billion
DUBAI, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Financial Market (DFM) today announced its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of 2026, recording a strong start to the year, supported by …
UAE tourists can now open bank accounts instantly with new digital identity system
UAE launches Tourist Identity system allowing visitors to open instant digital bank accounts via ADCB app, boosting payments and financial access …
Fintech move: Visa appoints Emirates NBD for UAE settlement role
A Visa NNSS Settlement Agent, typically a licensed bank or financial institution, facilitates local settlement for participating Visa clients by managing fund transfers for domestic Visa transactions …
Ripple (XRP) News: Ripple’s New Middle East and Africa HQ Could Be a Big Win for XRP Adoption
Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP) has opened a new Middle East and Africa regional headquarters in Dubai, with the move set to double the size of its local team. The expansion follows six years of partnerships in …