The Dubai FinTech Summit 2025, hosted at Madinat Jumeirah, once again reaffirmed Dubai’s position as a global hub for financial technology and innovation. Organized by the Dubai International …
UAE likely to strike advanced Nvidia-chips deal with US during Trump visit
The Trump administration is weighing a deal that would allow the UAE to import more than a million advanced Nvidia chips, a quantity that far exceeds limits under Biden-era AI chip regulations, …
US Mulls Letting UAE Buy Over a Million Leading Nvidia Chips
The Trump administration is weighing a deal that would allow the United Arab Emirates to import more than a million advanced Nvidia Corp. chips, people familiar with the matter said, a quantity that …
UAE Opens Blue Visa For Expats: What Is It And How To Apply
T he United Arab Emirates (UAE) has started allowing eligible individuals to apply for its multiple-entry visa, which is eligible for 180 days (or six months) from the date of ent …
UAE Golden Visa: 7 additional professions eligible for 10-year residency permit
As people from all over the world make UAE their home, the country’s leaders have introduced initiatives such as 10-year residency to support talent. The Golden Visa allows visa-holders to live, work …
Fire contained at Dubai restaurant near Mall of the Emirates after gas leak
Emergency services in Dubai were called into action after a gas leak sparked a late-night fire at a restaurant near the landmark Mall of the Emirates.Dubai Civil Defence said it swiftly contained the …
Fintech remains top choice of investors as it attracts 362% more investment in Q1
Fintech remained a funding powerhouse in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena) during the first quarter of 2025 as it recorded 362% year-on-year growth by attracting $384 million investment, the …
Masdar City in Abu Dhabi: A Model of Urban Sustainability
Nestled in the desert landscape of the UAE, Masdar City in Abu Dhabi is redefining what it means to build a city of the future. This pioneering urban development is designed to be one of the world’s …
There’s a cool new Formula One-inspired mocktail in Abu Dhabi
Your love for sport and mixology, shaken and stirred… This race day-inspired mocktail is simply called Grand Prix, and it’s part of La Petite Maison Abu Dhabi’s cool new beverage menu, Déjà vu, that …
Dubai Allows Free Zone Businesses to Expand to Mainland
Companies can apply for permits to conduct specific activities outside their free zone jurisdiction while remaining compliant with Dubai’s economic framework. The resolution however does not …
Trump’s Middle East visit comes as his family deepens its business, crypto ties in the region
It’s not just the “gesture” of a $400 million luxury plane that President Donald Trump says he’s smart to accept from Qatar. Or that he effectively auctioned off the first destination on his first …
US Weighs Letting UAE Buy Over a Million Advanced Nvidia Chips
The Trump administration is weighing a deal that would allow the United Arab Emirates to import more than a million advanced Nvidia Corp. chips, people familiar with the matter said, a quantity that …
Dubai Pioneers Global Smart City Innovations with New IFZA Partnership
The International Free Zone Authority and Smart City Council have partnered to advance smart city innovations, leveraging Dubai’s status as a leading economic hub. During the Smart Cities Summit North …
Super rich shift cash to UK, Dubai on Gen Z protests
Knight Frank reckons that the deadly protests against the 2024 Finance Bill prompted some investors to shift part of their wealth offshore.
US considers deal to let UAE import over a million advanced Nvidia chips: report
Trump administration considers major AI chip deal with UAE, stirring security concerns over possible Chinese access to Nvidia’s top technology.
Dubai Partners To Accept Bitcoin And Crypto for Government Services
Dubai just became one of the first governments in the world to allow payments to public services using Bitcoin, thanks to a new partnership with Crypto.com.
Sobha launches Sobha Central project in Dubai
The announcement follows Sobha Realty’s launch of its latest real estate project in the UAE emirate of Umm Al-Quwain. In April, Sobha signed a partnership agreement with Umm Al-Quwain Properties to …