Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy (formerly Al Rowaad Advocates) has highlighted the growing need for legal guidance across the UAE as businesses, investors, residents, and …
The big story: SpaceX IPO means more to the Gulf than you might expect
The windfalls Gulf sovereign wealth funds are poised to receive will offer a nicely timed boost to their balance sheets.
Canadian University Dubai and FINTECH.TV launch Global Markets Studio bridging Dubai and Wall Street
First-of-its-kind partnership connects students to global finance, media, and innovation through a live broadcast studio linking Dubai with FINTECH.TV’s headquarters at the New York Stock Exchange …
UAE Social Commerce Market Poised for 11.1% Annual Growth, Reaching $15.41 Billion by 2026
The UAE social commerce market is poised for robust growth driven by creator economy expansion, regulatory frameworks, and increasing professionalism. Key opportunities lie in creator-owned brands, …
Abu Dhabi shares retreat as regional risk-off mood weighs on Gulf markets
Abu Dhabi shares fell on June 8 as renewed Iran-Israel tensions pushed investors into a broader regional risk-off move, with major Gulf markets mostly ending lower despite support from higher oil …
Abu Dhabi T10 2026: ADCSH Takes Ownership, Introduces 10-Year Franchise Model And Global Growth Strategy
The Abu Dhabi Cricket & Sports Hub has assumed majority ownership and commercial rights control of the Abu Dhabi T10, introducing a government-backed structure with ten-year franchise licences, …
Security guard wins ₹15 crore in UAE lottery, plans to quit job, buy Mahindra Thar
A 26-year-old security guard from Nepal who struck it rich in the UAE Lottery’s Lucky Day draw says he is ready to leave his job behind.
Emirates travel advisory: Major travel restrictions as UAE enforces 21-day Ebola entry rule
The advisory underscores that requirements may change at short notice depending on evolving public health assessments …
Nepali security guard in UAE’s Abu Dhabi wins Rs 78 crore lottery jackpot, plans house for family, Mahindra Thar
UAE Lottery winner Tayab Khan will receive Dh6 million after sharing a Dh30 million jackpot with four friends who pooled money for tickets.
Al-Futtaim Technologies expands cybersecurity capabilities through partnership with AIShield
The collaboration reflects the growing importance of protecting AI systems as organisations increasingly integrate AI/ML and Generative AI technologies into critical business operations …
UAE’s economic resilience sustains Sharjah’s business momentum
The UAE’s position among the world’s top 10 goods exporters for the first time, alongside foreign trade exceeding Dhs6 trillion in 2025 with 15% …
UAE expands VAT refunds for citizens building new homes in 2026
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has unveiled a significant expansion to its Value-Added Tax (VAT) refund scheme for UAE nationals constructing new homes, a move designed to lower construction costs …
Advanced UAE satellites go live in boost to global disaster response capabilities
Three Foresight satellites increase Earth-monitoring network developed by Abu Dhabi’s Space42 …
Dubai First-Time Home Buyer Programme 2026: How to qualify and buy
Discover Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Programme offering eligible UAE residents preferential mortgage rates, flexible payment plans and priority access to new property launches for easier homeownersh …
XRP Healthcare Reports More Than 74,000 Ecosystem Users as AI Healthcare Platform Delivers $1.2 Million in Prescription Savings
XRP Healthcare, the first AI healthcare platform built on the XRP Ledger, today announced continued growth across its ecosystem, reporting more than …
Sharjah’s model for growth relies on stability, says head of investment – EXCLUSIVE
A key factor behind this growth is Sharjah’s continued commitment to infrastructure and economic development. The emirate’s AED44.5 billion ($12.12 billion) budget for 2026 allocates 35 per cent of …
1980s redux? Iraq, UAE follow Saudi Arabia’s playbook as Hormuz blockade dries up crude exports
As Hormuz disruptions choke exports, Iraq and the UAE are racing to build alternative oil routes to reduce their reliance on the strategic waterway.