In blockchain finance, proof of concept gave way to proof of scale years ago. What began as pilot projects and speculative tokens has matured into an ecosystem where regulated exchanges clear billions …
UAE visa ban on Ugandans: How to safely plan your Gulf career amid visa restrictions
Amidst reports of potential UAE visa restrictions for Ugandan nationals starting in 2026, causing concern among workers, the Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that no official ban has been …
UAE visa ban on Ugandans: How to safely plan your Gulf career amid visa restrictions
Amidst reports of potential UAE visa restrictions for Ugandan nationals starting in 2026, causing concern among workers, the Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that no official ban has been …
Trump H-1B Visa Hike: Why UAE, Saudi, Qatar might be better options for Indians looking to go abroad
Explore why Indian professionals are moving to the Gulf States instead of the US, following Trump’s hefty H-1B visa fee. Discover better opportunities and incentives in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and …
UAE signs Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement under Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework
The Ministry of Finance has signed the Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement on the Automatic Exchange of Information under the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), following its announcement …
Palm Jebel Ali: Dubai’s New Mega Island Is Twice The Size Of Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jebel Ali is not just about scale, it is about ambition. The island will feature 16 to 17 fronds and seven interconnected islands, housing over 240,000 residents across 30,000 to 50,000 families.
Why Dubai’s property market could be heading for a crash
These days $1m (£732,800) doesn’t go far in London or New York’s property market. Just 366 sq ft of luxury living space on average can be yours in either city for that money, according to estate agent …
UAE Corporate Income Tax
On 9 December 2022, the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance (“MoF”) released UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on taxation of corporations and businesses (the “Corporate Tax Law”), which …
QNB Group, Standard Chartered and DMZ Finance launch DIFC’s ‘first’ tokenised money market fun
QNB Group, Standard Chartered and DMZ Finance jointly announced that the Dubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) first regulated tokenised money market fund, the QCD …
Sharjah’s investment boom: 361% FDI surge fuels jobs, projects
The emirate’s success has been underpinned by proactive governance, enabling legislation, and infrastructure that supports enterprise development …
Sharjah’s investment boom: 361% FDI surge fuels jobs, projects
The emirate’s success has been underpinned by proactive governance, enabling legislation, and infrastructure that supports enterprise development …
Discover Sharjah’s Heritage: Why Al Asayl 2025 is a must-visit for falconry and gulf traditions enthusiasts
Al Asayl Exhibition 2025, a vibrant celebration of Gulf traditions, returns to Expo Al Dhaid from September 25-28. The event showcases equestrian, camel, and falconry heritage alongside innovations in …
‘Export not import’: Arab youth in Abu Dhabi call for regional space tech, launch platform
The push extends beyond hardware to regulatory frameworks, with concerns growing over Western-dominated technology standards …
Next UAE holiday, Dubai property surge, Abu Dhabi real estate boom and scam warning – 10 things you missed this week
Catch up on the UAE’s biggest stories this week: long weekend dates, Dubai and Abu Dhabi property booms, Sharjah’s new city, and key economic policies.
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan launches humanitarian villages project in memory of late brother
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, launches Rashid Villages, a global humanitarian initiative to honor his late brother, Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed. The initiative aims to provide …
Dubai: Woman wins Dh760,000 compensation in fraud online trading case
A woman had been lured into transferring money by a man who shared a YouTube link explaining how the fraudulent platform worked and another link to register and transfer funds …
Coinbase Introduces USDC Lending with 10.8% Yields, Shares Rise 7%
Coinbase USDC users can now earn up to 10.8% annualized yield through DeFi lending via Morpho, bridging mainstream finance and blockchain.