A Danish court has sentenced British hedge fund trader Sanjay Shah to 12 years in prison for orchestrating a tax fraud scheme that authorities say cost Denmark 9 billion kroner …
Zoho Finance and Operations suite achieves 65% revenue growth in the UAE
Major Updates to Zoho Books, Zoho Inventory, and Zoho Practice Further Strengthen the Finance and Operations Platform …
Dubai’s Parkin, BATIC partner for Smart City parking solutions in Saudi Arabia
The partnership aims to combine Parkin’s renowned parking management capabilities with Smart City Solutions Co. (SCSC), BATIC’s subsidiary and Saudi Arabia’s largest paid public parking provider …
UAE: Zand launches institutional-grade digital asset custody service
Zand’s custody service is backed by advanced security protocols, continuous audits, and security experts, ensuring clients’ assets are secure …
UAE Banks Crack Down on Russian Payments, Citing Sanctions Pressure
Banks in the UAE are intensifying scrutiny of transactions with Russian firms, causing delays and rejections in cross-border payments.
Rs 1 lakh for a cup of chai: This café by an Indian-origin in Dubai has taken luxury to another level
In Dubai, a new café offers Gold Karak Chai, a luxurious beverage topped with 24-carat gold leaf and served in silver cups for approximately ₹1 lakh (5,000 AED). Created by Sucheta Sharma, Boho Café …
UAE: Are banks obliged to pay customers money stolen through credit card scams?
I recently lost some money in a banking scam. The bank has concluded that I was at fault for losing the money as I entered my credit card details on a website without making sure it was legitimate. In …
Dubai Real Estate Market Forecast For 2025
Dubai’s real estate market in 2025 presents exciting opportunities. Backed by strong economic policies, investor-friendly regulations and a vision for growth, I believe the country is well-positioned …
Danish court sentences British hedge fund trader to 12 years over massive tax fraud
A Danish court has sentenced a British hedge fund trader to 12 years in prison in connection with what authorities say was a 9 billion kroner ($1.3 billion) tax fraud, Danish justice officials …
British hedge fund manager Sanjay Shah given 12-year jail term in Denmark over £1bn tax fraud
A British hedge funder trader has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in Denmark over a £1bn tax fraud. Sanjay Shah, 54, was behind a trading scheme known as “cum-ex” that was found to have …
Zand revolutionizes UAE banking with institutional-grade digital asset custody
About Zand Zand is the UAE’s first fully licensed, AI-powered digital bank, established to drive the digital economy forward. By leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technology, Zand …
EFG Hermes Completes Advisory on Talabat’s USD$2 Billion IPO and LuLu Retail’s USD$ 1.7 Billion IPO
The IPOs of Talabat and LuLu Retail bring EFG Hermes’ total GCC IPO count to nine this year, including three IPOs on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and two on the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange (ADX).
British trader found guilty of £1.4bn fraud
A British hedge fund trader has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in Denmark, after being found guilty of orchestrating a tax fraud that cost the Danish government more than £1bn. It is the …
Legal Actions and Remedies for Intentional Signature Forgery Under UAE Law
Intentional signature forgery, particularly concerning cheques, is a serious offence under UAE law. It challenges the trust in financial …
Chinese banks set up offices at Dubai International Financial Centre
About 8 banks from China now have locations in the financial centre. Banks in China are setting up shop at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). In November, the Bank of Communications …
UAE APP scam losses surge 43% to $8.3mn in 2023, report reveals
APP scams are a form of trust-based manipulation, deceiving individuals into willingly transferring funds to fraudsters …
Standard Chartered to boost UAE private banking team
Standard Chartered is reportedly planning to bolster its private banking operations in the UAE by increasing its frontline team by 20%. The move forms part of the bank’s wider strategy to cater to its …