A $7.4 million court ruling involving Dubai-based virtual asset broker XBase is putting renewed focus on how financial institutions assess …
UAE regulatory, financial ecosystem boosts global appeal
DUBAI, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Executives from global trading firms said the UAE’s regulatory and financial environment, advanced infrastructure and strategic location are strengthening its …
National Bank of Egypt to take over Banque Misr’s UAE network
The lenders reached an “agreement in principle” to restructure their UAE presence, subject to the country’s rules.
UAE gives length of stay for foreigners whose jobs qualify for golden visa
UAE Golden Visa professions revealed: Doctors, scientists, athletes, executives and creatives may qualify for 10-year residency, subject to specific requirements …
UAE announces residency duration for foreigners eligible for golden visa
UAE Golden Visa occupations revealed: doctors, scientists, executives and creatives can qualify for 10-year residency under detailed category-specific rules.
Free K-pop concert, fireworks to kick off Dubai K-Fest on September 25, 26
The 10-day event celebrates South Korean food, beauty, entertainment and lifestyle, bringing together Korean brands, businesses and talent across the emirate …
EQT launches Middle East platform, opens Abu Dhabi office
EQT has announced the launch of its Middle East platform and the opening of an office in ADGM, the international financial center of Abu Dhabi. The office is the first location within a broader …
What’s behind the delay in cancelling the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs?
The clock is ticking for a decision to be made regarding the final F1 rounds of the year in Qatar and Abu Dhabi – but the hosts are playing hardball …
Abu Dhabi targets 35GW of PV by 2035
Abu Dhabi’s utility, Emirates Water and Electricity (EWEC), is targeting more than 35GW of solar capacity by 2035.
Central Bank imposes strict sanctions on branches of Bank Melli Iran operating in UAE
UAE Central Bank sanctions Bank Melli Iran branches in the UAE, banning all financial transactions to and from Iran over regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering violations …
AUSTRIACARD Delivers First Jaywan Payment Cards for Wio Bank in the UAE
VIENNA–AUSTRIACARD HOLDINGS has produced and delivered the first Jaywan payment cards for Wio Bank PJSC, supporting the continued expansion of the UAE’s domestic card scheme and strengthening the …
UAE ranks fourth globally in nuclear facility protection
ABU DHABI, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — The United Arab Emirates has recorded significant progress in the 2026 Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) Nuclear Security Index, ranking fourth among 48 …
UAE central bank moves against Bank Melli Iran branches as US sanctions tighten the noose
The UAE Central Bank has launched urgent reviews of Bank Melli Iran branches after the US Treasury sanctioned the Dubai branch’s Iranian general …
UAE MOHRE warns public against deepfake scams
UAE MOHRE warns residents about deepfake scams using fake videos, voice recordings and images to impersonate officials, urging verification to protect personal data and avoid financial fraud …
UAE, Saudi Arabia Face Onslaught of Increasingly Complex Cyberattacks
The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia absorbed half of all cyberattacks recorded across the Gulf region in the first half of 2026.
Mother-in-law of ex-prosecutor Ruslan Kravchenko buys $670k villa in Dubai
The property in question is a townhouse measuring over 143 square meters in Damac Lagoons, an upscale gated community in Dubai. Leaked data from the Dubai property registry shows that Alina …
Student-led satellite project MAHASAT hits key milestone at BITS Pilani Dubai
MAHASAT is a flagship academic initiative by BPDC in collaboration with Edutech4Space Dubai: The student team at BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has successfully completed the Engineering Model phase …