The United Arab Emirates has taken custody of Egyptian poet and dissident Abdul Rahman Yusuf al-Qaradawi amid a campaign by human rights activists and experts to prevent his extradition to the Gulf …
Cyprus hosts Israeli President, UAE foreign minister, discusses regional stability
Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides held meetings with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed on Thursday, the Cypriot presidency said, discussing with each how …
Mastercard Crypto Credential debuts in UAE and Kazakhstan
The expansion will enable exchanges as well as Fuze to secure blockchain transactions for users in the region.
UAE leaders congratulate Joseph Aoun on election as Lebanon president
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a congratulatory cable to President Joseph Aoun on the occasion of his presidential
UAE weather: Fair to partly cloudy day with chance of fog tomorrow
It is likely to be a fair to partly cloudy weather at times with low clouds appearing over northern and coastal areas tomorrow, January 9, the National Cen..
Cashing in on cryptocurrency in the UAE: A beginner’s guide
Are you thinking about entering the world of cryptocurrency? That’s fantastic! Cryptocurrency is evolving rapidly and becoming more accessible to newcomers..
UAE DAMAC Group to tokenize $1billion worth of assets
UAE conglomerate DAMAC Group, with investments in property development, hospitality, and data centres, has announced plans to tokenize $1 billion worth of its assets for financing purposes in early …
University of Sharjah explores strengthening cooperation with Qatar Calendar House
During the meeting, Prof. Al Naimiy stressed the need to enhance cooperation with Qatar Calendar House to integrate cutting-edge knowledge with Arab-Islamic heritage, preserve the astronomical legacy, …
Dubai developer DAMAC signs $1 bln deal with blockchain platform MANTRA
MANTRA, a blockchain platform focused on real-world assets (RWAs), has signed a deal with Dubai developer DAMAC Group to tokenise assets in the Middle East worth at least $1 billion, the two firms …
Mastercard launches crypto solution for traders in UAE and Kazakhstan
Mastercard has launched Crypto Credential in the UAE and Kazakhstan to allow crypto exchange users to send and receive cryptocurrencies using simple aliases instead of complex blockchain addresses.
Mantra and Damac sign $1B deal to tokenize Middle Eastern assets
Mantra, a blockchain built for tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), signed a $1 billion agreement with Damac Group, an investment conglomerate, to enable token-based finance in the Middle East.
Abu Dhabi’s financial centre to encourage remote working as it amends employment rules
Abu Dhabi’s financial free zone ADGM will start allowing companies operating in the financial zone to hire remote employees, enabling them to tap the global talent pool. The move, effective from April …
Coldplay LIVE in Abu Dhabi: Hundreds throng Zayed Sports City Stadium ahead of sold-out show
Khaleej Times is on ground to bring you live updates from the event, covering everything from last-minute changes to electrifying fan moments …
Incredible places to have a picnic in Abu Dhabi
The weather has finally cooled, and there’s no better way to celebrate by having a good old-fashioned picnic in Abu Dhabi. Cheap, low hassle, and casual, meeting up with your friends for an afternoon …
Coldplay in Abu Dhabi: British Rock Band’s concert drives record tourism mumbers, says new report
Abu Dhabi’s Zayed Sports City Stadium will host a British alternative rock band Coldplay for a four-night residency …
Mastercard Crypto Credential launches in the UAE and Kazakhstan, simplifying cryptocurrency transactions
The innovative solution helps verify cryptocurrency interactions among consumers and businesses using blockchain networks …
‘Critical players like Jason Roy and Johnson Charles…’: Head coach JP Duminy picks standout performers for Sharjah Warriors in ILT20
Just two days before the third season of the DP World ILT20 kicks off (January 11-February 9), cricket luminaries Tim Southee, Ben Dunk, Azam Khan, Tymal Mills, Joe Weatherly, and Adam Hose landed in …