Dubai’s VARA has penalized 19 VASPs for carrying out unlicensed virtual asset activities and for breaches of VARA’s marketing regulations.
UAE Launches Ambitious Program to Train 10,000 Emirati Entrepreneurs
Initiative through DIFC’s Ignyte platform aims to build a new generation of innovators and drive economic diversification.
Dubai regulator fines TON DLT Foundation and 18 other VASPs
Dubai’s VARA has penalized 19 VASPs for carrying out unlicensed virtual asset activities and for breaches of VARA’s marketing regulations.
UAE to introduce new sugar drink tax from January 2026
The UAE Ministry of Finance has proposed legislative changes to roll out an updated excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages starting January 1, 2026, replacing the current flat-rate model with a …
UAE Banks strengthen International Partnerships during the 2025 World Bank Group and IMF Annual Meetings in Washington
Younis Haji AlKhoori: We are committed to empowering national banks to build strategic partnerships that reinforce the UAE’s position as an advanced global financial hub …
UAE banks strengthen international partnerships during 2025 World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings in Washington
The Ministry of Finance (MoF), in cooperation with the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the UAE Embassy in Washington, is organising the UAE Banks Reception on the sidelines of the …
UAE to introduce new sugar tax in 2026 – here’s how it will affect you
The United Arab Emirates has announced that a new sugar tax will take effect on the first day of 2026. As part of a GCC-wide effort to cut down on the consumption of sugary drinks, the UAE’s Ministry …
Mustafa Al Khalfawi outlines Ajman Bank’s bold new digital vision
Ajman Bank CEO Mustafa Al Khalfawi talks about a bold digital vision powered by AI, Sharia-compliant innovation, and customer-centric design …
Huru launches in UAE to drive financial inclusion for unbanked communities
“With Central Bank licensing and a technology-first approach, we are committed to expanding financial inclusion among those who form the backbone of the UAE’s workforce,” said Abhimanyu Girotra, CEO …
Dubai DAE mandates banks for potential benchmark sukuk issuance
Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) a aircraft lessor and engineering company, has mandated a consortium of international and regional banks to arrange a series of fixed income investor calls starting …
Khaleej Times’ banking summit renews partnership with Fintech Tuesdays
The Banking Innovation & Technology Summit (BIT) hosted by Khaleej Times in strategic partnership with WeValue, has renewed its collaboration with Fintech Tuesdays (FTT) as the Ecosystem Partner for …
Standard Chartered launches UAE-domiciled signature CIO Islamic funds
Standard Chartered announced today the launch of its Signature CIO Islamic Funds, introducing a new range of Shariah-compliant investment solutions designed to meet rising demand from regional and …
UAE corporate tax registrations surpass 640,000 as FTA reports record compliance levels
FTA says over 640,000 UAE companies have registered for corporate tax, marking record compliance and growing awareness ahead of deadline …
IMF commends UAE’s Digital Dirham framework
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) statement following a visit by an IMF staff team led by Mr. Said Bakhache to the UAE has commended the country on its enhancements to the AED Dirham monetary …
Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.45bn of transactions last week, including $22m apartment
The Dubai real estate sector saw $5.4bn of transactions and 5.076 sales and more than $1bn in mortgages last week …
Daman Investments dramatically broadens market access for institutions and individuals with the Daman UAE IPO Fund
The Daman UAE IPO Fund (“Fund”), the only fund in the UAE established to exclusively target IPOs and recently IPOed companies listed on regulated stock exchanges in the UAE and globally, is entering a …
Pakistan, UAE agree to strengthen partnership in rail modernisation, regional connectivity
Ministers of two countries meet on sidelines of Global Rail Infrastructure Conference and Exhibition, being held from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 in Abu Dhabi.