The US Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, emphasised the strong and growing strategic partnership between the United States and the United Arab Emirates in the fields of energy, artificial …
Fintech Special Edition: Telcos transforming digital finance
Fintech has become a game changer for telecoms companies looking to expand into digital banking and cross-border transaction business to take advantage of their vast customer base, data insights and …
UAE corporate tax: How a single decision creates a power imbalance
The child understands and ultimately, with a tear-drenched face, accepts the imbalance of power.We grow up with this inherent understanding, which is why we cry foul when someone, who we are …
Asian operator eyes 2027 start-up for promising Adnoc offshore asset: News report
Ahmed Hayat Lak, chief executive of OGDCL, told Reuters the company expects to start production in Abu Dhabi’s Offshore Block-5 by 2027, while also increasing domestic oil and gas output …
Kraken’s new CEO makes his big pitch for the energy market’s future
The chief executive of Kraken, the technology arm of Origin Energy-backed Octopus, says there is an enormous opportunity to grow the start-up in a world where utility companies are stuck on legacy …
UAE: Investing in Abu Dhabi real estate? Hotspots, emerging opportunities in emirate
Yas Island, Al Raha Beach and Saadiyat Island have emerged as the top areas for luxury apartment investments here for Q1 2025. Nearby options for dining and entertainment, fuel this trend.
SA expats in the UAE: Why you may need two Wills
In our experience, a common challenge is dealing with clients who relocate to another country, sometimes permanently or indefinitely, and therefore require cross-border estate planning.Image source: …
Petronas advances offshore CCS project
Petronas and project partners UAE’s national oil company Adnoc and UK independent developer of CCS and hydrogen projects Storegga last August signed a Joint Study and Development Agreement (JSDA) to …
The Best Places to Buy the Dubai Chocolate Bars People Can’t Stop Raving About (Beware of Counterfeits!)
The Dubai-based FIX Dessert Chocolatier first-launched its Can’t Get Knafeh of It Chocolate Bar – which features a milk chocolate bar packed with pistachio cream-toasted katafai – back in 2021. Then …
I Tried Shake Shack’s Limited-Time Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake
A writer shares an honest review of the $8 limited-time TikTok-viral Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake at Shake Shack, which comes with a crackable shell.
Standard Chartered, OKX launch crypto-backed tokenized collateral pilot in Dubai
According to the announcement, US-based asset manager Franklin Templeton will be the first in a series of money market funds that will be offered under the OKX-SCB programme. Meanwhile, Brevan Howard …
Standard Chartered and OKX pilot crypto, tokenized fund collaterals
Standard Chartered and cryptocurrency exchange OKX are piloting a new program allowing institutions to use crypto assets and tokenized money market funds (MMFs) as collateral. Announced on April 10, …
Standard Chartered and OKX Launch Ground-breaking Collateral Mirroring Programme for Institutional Clients
In a groundbreaking move, Standard Chartered and OKX have announced the launch of a pioneering collateral mirroring programme designed for institutional clients. This innovative initiative allows …
Discover the Wonders of Dubai: A Traveler’s Guide to Unforgettable Experiences
Dubai, a city of innovation and tradition, offers a myriad of experiences for every traveler. From futuristic museums to serene desert safaris, this vibrant metropolis promises unforgettable …
AI adoption soars in UAE higher education amid ethical uncertainty
The data shows an overwhelming majority of college students in the UAE are not only familiar with AI tools like ChatGPT, QuillBot, Grammarly, and Writesonic, but also actively using them to support …
Avaloq enters Dubai to hasten the wealth tech revolution in the GCC
Banking tech firm Avaloq opens new office in Dubai International Financial Centre, aiming to boost digital innovation in the Middle East.
UAE and India sign 8 strategic agreements across key sectors
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence; and Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister …