UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) fintech startup Metric has secured a seven-figure seed funding round to accelerate its growth across the Gulf, broader Asia, and other emerging markets.The round …
Why the perception of Islamic finance as a conservative sector is outdated
The UAE has built a reputation as a global financial hub, balancing conventional and Islamic finance with remarkable ease. But while Sharia-compliant investing has been around for decades, it is now …
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair shapes future of publishing sector
The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) serves as a platform to foresee the future of the publishing sector and its ongoing transformations, while also bolstering the presence of the Emirati …
JustMarkets Won the ‘Best Trading Conditions’ Award at Money Expo Abu Dhabi 2025
This award shows that client-centricity is JustMarkets #1 priority. With a solid 12-year history of exceptional reputation and trading conditions, the broker has attracted more than 2 million traders …
UAE Introduces Strict Visa Policy to Prioritise Quality Over Quantity of Travelers, Says Finchglow’s Bankole Bernard
UAE introduces stringent visa policy prioritising quality over quantity of travelers, reducing Nigerian travelers by 45-50%, says Bankole Bernard.
Buraak wins 2nd leg of UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses in Morocco
Magnificent colt Buraak claimed the title of the UAE President’s Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses in the second international race of the Cup’s 32nd …
UAE: Why petrol prices are likely to drop next month
Petrol prices in the UAE are likely to drop for the month of May 2025 as prices plunged in April due to the US tariff row and concerns around a slowdown in the global economy and recessionary fears.
Ajman: Four Seasons expands in the UAE with new luxury resort in Al Zorah
The reimagined resort will transform rooms, suites, and villas, elevating the experience into a Four Seasons destination before welcoming guests in 2026. Ajman: Four Seasons expands in the UAE with …
Dubai’s Top Tourist Sources Revealed as Visitor Numbers Rise
Dubai is on a roll! From January to March 2025, the city welcomed a whopping 5.31 million visitors from around the world. That’s a 3% jump compared to the same time last year, according to the …
Suspected chemical blast at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port kills at least 18, injures hundreds
The explosion occurred as Iran began a third round of nuclear talks with the United States, but there was no immediate indication of a link between the two events.
Dubai: RTA opens new flyover to ease traffic, support Etihad Rail network
The flyover is expected to further facilitate Etihad Rail movement along vital routes linking to and from Dubai …
Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors show strong Q1 growth
With tourism and hotel figures presenting sustained growth in Q1 2025, Abu Dhabi remains firmly on track to meet ambitious visitor targets for the year ahead, DCT Abu Dhabi said.
Fire brought under control at Abu Dhabi’s Al Wahda Mall, no casualties reported
Abu Dhabi Civil Defence teams doused a fire that broke out al Al Wahda Mall on Sunday. “Teams from Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority have controlled the fire that broke out Sunday …
‘Where is the rest of it?’: Dubai’s ₹62,000 a month partition with balcony has renters in disbelief
Dubai is around 163% to 223% higher than Indian cities like Delhi even before factoring in rent. When rent is included, living in Dubai can be 271% more expensive, with rents alone being 518% to 720% …
UAE: Food dyes may cause anxiety, hyperactivity, mood swings among kids, warn doctors
Doctors in the UAE are warning that food dyes can cause hyperactivity, mood swings and irritability in some children and teenagers. The concern has once again gained attention following the recent …
Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre logs $6.89bln property transactions in Q1-25
The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, reported 34.50% year-on-year (YoY) higher property transactions at AED 25.30 billion in the …
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