As the DP World ILT20 enters its fifth season, CEO David White highlights its positive impact on cricket growth in the UAE.
Dubai International retains crown as world’s busiest international airport with 4.54 million seats in August
Dubai International Airport remains the world’s busiest international airport with 4.54 million seats in August, posting 4.4% monthly growth as airlines expand for peak summer demand …
Dubai-it: Why this 21-year-old moved from the UK to Dubai to chase the AI revolution
Discover why 21-year-old UK computer science student Callum Mughal moved to Dubai to chase the AI revolution, launching DaitaFix to help businesses stay visible on AI platforms in a city built for inn …
UAE centre launches ‘UNAF-1’ space mission, completes successful phase
The UAE has added one more feat to its space accolades with the launch of the ‘UNAF-1’ mission by the National Space Science and Technology Centre at the UAE University. The mission was launched on …
Small businesses in UAE urged to file corporate tax returns before deadline, says FTA
Small businesses must submit their corporate tax returns within nine months of the end of their respective tax period or financial year, the authority says …
UAE small businesses claiming tax relief must still file corporate tax returns
UAE small businesses using Small Business Relief must still file corporate tax returns via EmaraTax, keep eligibility records, and meet deadlines to avoid penalties …
After LPL, Abu Dhabi T10 under scanner as USA cricketer handed 8-year ICC ban
USA cricketer Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy has been handed an eight-year ban after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of three Anti-Corruption Code breaches linked to the 2025 Abu Dhabi T10 …
Dubai Founders HQ, Mastercard launch founder finance solution to support startups
DUBAI, 3rd August, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Founders HQ has partnered with Mastercard, supported by Pemo, to launch a new founder finance solution designed to help startups and SMEs save money, strengthen …
India’s CKYC model offers lessons for UAE banking compliance
India’s rollout of a centralised KYC platform is reviving debate over whether the UAE should adopt a similar model to streamline compliance and speed up banking access …
Emirates Becomes First Major Gulf Airline to Accept Crypto Payments
Emirates launches Crypto.com Pay for eligible UAE residents, enabling AED flight bookings while avoiding direct exposure to cryptocurrency volatility risks.
Middle East Tyre, Auto & Spare Parts Expo opens in Sharjah
Event brings together 51 exhibitors and 100 Chinese business delegates for trade, sourcing and investment talks, as exhibitors showcase products spanning the automotive aftermarket supply chain …
Sharjah Digital Platform records 2.65mln transactions in H1 2026
The Sharjah Digital Platform recorded rapid growth in the first half of 2026, reflecting progress in implementing Sharjah’s Digital Transformation Strategy 2026-2028, which aims to develop government …
METAS 2026 opens in Sharjah with international participation, reinforcing the Emirate’s position on the global exhibitions map
The opening ceremony was attended by H.E. Abdalla Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry; representatives of the Shandong Business Council in the UAE; diplomatic …
Abu Dhabi law requires water tanks to be cleaned regularly; all you need to know
Under Abu Dhabi’s public health and general appearance law, drinking water tanks in every building across the emirate must be cleaned and disinfected regularly. Authorities have previously confirmed …
UAE approves Aani, Jaywan as new payment channels for federal service fees, fines
The moves paves the way for the adoption and rollout of both systems by other federal entities and collection banks …
Dubai Police reports drop in fraud and cybercrime, shuts down 103 fraudulent social media accounts in Q2
Dubai Police reports declines in fraud, cybercrime and economic crime in H1, credits AI and proactive investigations, and shuts down 103 fraudulent social media accounts in Q2 to protect the public fr …
Dubai launches media narrative committee for global image
Dubai has launched a new Dubai Media Narrative Committee to build a clear and unified communication strategy. The goal is to strengthen Dubai’s global image and keep messaging consistent across …