Emirates NBD partners with Dubai Future District Fund to pilot AI banking, embedded finance, digital assets and WealthTech from its AED 1bn startup portfolio.
UAE capital inflows jump 88%, businesses eye more
Nigeria could attract a larger share of investment from the United Arab Emirates if it sustains its economic and sectoral reforms, business leaders have said, as the UAE reported investing $71.32bn in …
Sharjah Economic Development launches offices for foreign firms
Sharjah Economic Development Department launches initiative offering Al Teneiji Business Centre offices for foreign company branches to invest, grow and comply with regulations in Sharjah …
UAE renews e& and du telecom licences for 20 years as new network rules introduced
The UAE has renewed e& and du telecom licences until 2046, introducing enhanced requirements covering network resilience, roaming and subscriber protection …
New CCTV of 23-year-old influencer facing death by firing squad in Dubai paints chilling picture
New CCTV released in Brooke George case shows her boyfriend was ‘agitated and angry’ at the bar before she stabbed him. The prosecution’s own evidence appears to support her story. New surveillance …
Six startups advance to the next stage of Mastercard Lighthouse UAE program, supported by the AI Office
The Artificial Intelligence Office, in collaboration with the Mastercard Center for Advanced AI and Cyber Technology in Dubai, announced the selection of six AI startups to advance to the next stage …
Dubai nol Travel Cards now available at Al Ansari Exchange
RTA Dubai and Al Ansari Exchange have announced a new partnership that will make their nol Travel Cards available at selected branches across the city. The new collaboration significantly broadens the …
Dubai Police arrest 127 beggars, seize Dh50,000 in Ramadan begging crackdown
Public urged to report beggars as Dubai Police intensify crackdown Dubai: Dubai Police have arrested 127 beggars and seized over Dh50,000 in the first half of Ramadan, as part of their ongoing “Combat …
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi review: two resorts, one booking and a waterpark your kids won’t leave
Book one hotel, get the run of two beachfront resorts and a full waterpark – the Westin Mina Seyahi makes a very strong case for never leaving the property. There’s a particular sound a child makes …
Sharjah is set for the region’s first contemporary craft museum
The United Arab Emirates landscape is expanding once again, with Sharjah set for the region’s first contemporary crafts museum. The Irthi Museum will open in Sharjah’s Creative Quarter sometime in …
Sharjah Ruler: Khorfakkan administrative division complete
SHARJAH, 11th August, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, announced that planning for the new administrative division of Khorfakkan …
Abu Dhabi T10 set for reboot with stability as the primary goal
Abu Dhabi T10 is under government ownership via ADCSH, with Deloitte running a global franchise bid process for the November 2026. Read more on CricTracker.
World-first LEGO natural history exhibition coming to Abu Dhabi this August
The world-first exhibition will explore 13.8 billion years of natural history through LEGO builds, workshops and trails, bringing science and discovery to life through play …
Scars From Dubai: 28-year-old fights to rebuild his life after acid attack by a Ghanaian disfigured him
For 28-year-old Alex Degle, the pain of an acid attack he suffered in Dubai did not end when his wounds healed. Nearly three years later, he lives with a disfigured face, severe scars on his body and …
Abu Dhabi Customs warns customers against fake customs notices and fraudulent payment requests
Abu Dhabi Customs warns against fake customs hold notices and fraudulent payment requests, urging customers to verify shipment communications through official channels and report suspicious messages …
Dubai, Abu Dhabi news live: Qatar says attacks will disrupt 17% of LNG export; 3 drones intercepted in Saudi Arabia
Dubai Abu Dhabi news LIVE updates: The European Union, following a meeting of the bloc’s leaders in Brussels, called for a “moratorium” meanwhile on strikes against energy and water facilities. “The …
Man jailed in Sharjah for blasphemy, to be deported after completing prison term
Sharjah Misdemeanor Court sentenced an Arab to one month in jail to be followed by deportation after he was convicted of blasphemy. Earlier, a man reported …