Set to electrify Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Park on Yas Island, the one-night-only event will feature individual sets from both chart-topping artists, blending Diab’s signature Arabic pop with Port’s …
Dubai-based VEON secures $210mln term loan facility
The syndicated loan was arranged by a consortium of lenders, including ICBC Standard Bank and leading GCC banks …
Dbeibah meets Mohammed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi
The Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, met on Thursday with the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the capital, Abu …
UAE visa changes for 2025: Key updates on eligibility and application steps
In 2025, the UAE is embracing foreigners with new visa programme/s that simplify living, working, and visiting the country.
French wealth management fintech RockFi garners €18m funding
With this fresh capital, RockFi aims to fast-track its expansion and reach its target of managing €1bn in assets by the close of 2026.
Mercury’s $300 million raise fosters hope for a fintech spring
Fintech firm Mercury, which provides banking services to businesses, says it now has 200,000 customers after raising $300 million in C-round funding.
Crypto Market Recap: UAE Readies Digital Dirham CBDC, UK Tightens Crypto Oversight
Here’s a quick recap of the crypto landscape for Friday (March 28) as of 9:00 a.m. UTC. Bitcoin and Ethereum price update Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at US$85,205.95, a 3.1 percent decrease …
Ethereum could crash to $1500, top exec says
Data from CoinGecko shows that even when the Ethereum Foundation (EF) sells large amounts of ETH, prices often rebound. In 164 such cases, ETH prices rose post-sale, with only 149 declines. On average …
UAE to Launch Digital Dirham by End of 2025
UAE to launch Digital Dirham by 2025, enhancing financial security, cross-border payments, and digital transactions with CBDC.
This City Is an Unexpected Haven for Adventurous Foodies
Aphisith Phongsavanh’s Al Naqa Lao Kebab House, in the Singaporean hawker-center–style Neighbourhood Food Hall, cooks up a bold and punchy cuisine combining Lao and Thai Isan flavors with Levantine …
10 fun Dubai restaurants guaranteed to lift your mood
We know that good food can put anyone in a great mood. But some Dubai restaurants view making their diners happy as a key goal. Isn’t that what hospitality is all about? Whether that’s with bright …
Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab review: Dubai’s superyacht-style hotel combines sensational views with VIP touches
The long-awaited Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab has opened, completing the hotel chain’s nautical trilogy – with the Jumeirah Beach Hotel and Burj Al Arab – and nestling in beside four more sister properties …
The first Disney store in Dubai opens today – here’s what you need to know
For the first time ever, Dubai will have its own standalone Disney Store and it’s opening (very) soon. Shoppers have clearly been wishing on a star for this one, because the new store will open at …
The 5 Dubai changes coming in April you need to know about
These are the major Dubai changes to look out for in April. Nad Al Sheba Mall is set to open, public parking fees will be revamped and Eid Al Fitr begins …
Exclusive-India weighs scrapping import tax on US LNG, boost purchases, sources say
India is considering a proposal to scrap import tax on U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) to boost purchases and help cut the trade surplus with Washington, a key irritant for President Donald Trump, …
Abu Dhabi Police make 237 arrests in Ramadan begging crackdown
Police in Abu Dhabi arrested 237 people for begging during the month of Ramadan. A senior figure from the force urged members of the public to only donate to charity through official channels. Handing …
Abu Dhabi GDP shows significant annual economic growth in 2024
The Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi (SCAD) has released preliminary statistical estimates for Abu Dhabi’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for 2024, …