Dubai Multi Commodities Centre has developed new hubs for traders in cacao, meat and protein, honey, and saffron, in a push beyond its historical dominance in gold and diamonds.
Abu Dhabi residential property market delivers strongest Q1 on record
Yas Island in pole position for biggest jump in sales and rental prices Figures reflect sales before and during heightened geopolitical tensions; coming months’ data to give clearer market insight …
Dubai Municipality launches nanoparticle detection laboratory for food products to enhance Dubai’s leadership in food safety
Advanced specialised testing system to detect titanium dioxide in processed food products using the latest laboratory technologies …
VAT boom drives UAE tax revenues up 15 per cent to Dh46b
The sharp rise reflects a combination of stronger economic activity, rising consumer spending, growing business transactions and enhanced tax compliance …
UAE corporate tax 3rd anniversary: Dubai summit highlights new priorities for CFOs
Marking a significant milestone since the introduction of UAE corporate tax, the Taxation Society UAE celebrated the regime’s third anniversary in style in Dubai on June 6, 2026. The event was …
Why is an FCNR (B) deposit for a Dubai-based NRI more tax-efficient than for a US-based NRI?
For a US taxpayer, FCNR (B) interest should be reported on the US return as interest income, typically on Form 1040 (US Individual Income Tax Return) …
AD Ports, Dajin Heavy Industry to explore offshore wind and maritime opportunities
AD Ports Group, a leading global enabler of trade, industry, and logistics solutions, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dajin Heavy Industry Co, a leading offshore wind equipment …
Revolut receives UAE central bank payment licences as it prepares market entry
Once live, Revolut will be able to offer customers in the UAE access to its global financial platform, enabling them to hold and manage multiple currencies, make payments using physical and virtual …
Sharjah Ruler directs AED300 mn expansion of University Hospital
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed the expansion project of the University Hospital Sharjah, which will consist of a new …
Abu Dhabi takes stake in key asset linking Irish and UK electricity markets
Mubadala, an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, has taken a stake in the Greenlink Interconnector connecting the electricity grids of Ireland and Great Britain.
Abu Dhabi enters world’s top 50 emerging ecosystems as value surges 3,057% to $73.4bln
Startup Genome’s 2026 Global Startup Ecosystem Report ranks Abu Dhabi #41–50 globally, with strong performance across AI, R&D, funding runway and talent, revealed today at VivaTech Paris …
Abu Dhabi hosts India’s travel leaders to strengthen partnerships
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism, in partnership with Etihad Airways, hosted a C-level trade visit from India, bringing together senior travel leaders. The visit underscored Abu Dhabi’s …
How new initiatives made ‘everything easier’ for People of Determination in Abu Dhabi
Multiple initiatives were recognised at Abu Dhabi’s first Damj Awards for inclusion of People of Determination held in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday …
Abu Dhabi ranks top 50 globally for startup ecosystems
Abu Dhabi startup ranking. Abu Dhabi ranked second in the MENA region for its AI-native cluster, which measures the size and intensity of AI startup activity. The emirate also ran …
MahiMarkets brings agentic pricing and risk technology to Dubai
Pricing and risk technology firm brings its agentic engine to the region, giving multi-asset brokers and prop firms the tools to drive Dubai’s AI-native ambitions Dubai – MahiMarkets has expanded its …
NeosLegal Launches UAE Crypto License Tracker 2026: Every Licensed VASP Across VARA, ADGM, DIFC, CBUAE and CMA
NeosLegal, the UAE’s first crypto-native law firm, has launched the UAE VASP License Tracker 2026, the first public database covering …
Abu Dhabi broadens private infrastructure funding
Abu Dhabi’s AED55 billion public-private partnership programme is set to redraw the emirate’s infrastructure funding model by bringing private capital deeper into transport, water, flood protection, …