Digital payments are accelerating financial inclusion and transparency, but rising cybersecurity risks remain a key concern …
President Trump Orders Federal Regulators to “Break Barriers” for Fintech and Revisit Fed Access for Non-Banks
President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Integrating Financial Technology Innovation into Regulatory Frameworks.” The Order directs …
UFC Abu Dhabi main event pits former UFC champ vs. infamous Alex Pereira KO victim
UFC Abu Dhabi finally has its main event and it’s a big fight at 205 pounds.
UFC Abu Dhabi main event reportedly agreed with top light heavyweight contenders
Khamzat Chimaev was reportedly hoping to headline UFC Abu Dhabi in a title rematch against Sean Strickland, but the promotion appears to be heading elsewhere. Russian outlet Vestnik MMA claims the UFC …
Dubai’s Salik and Parkin to add 5 per cent VAT on road toll and parking fees
Motorists to pay more for services as operators establish higher levies …
UAE-backed DDSC stablecoin processes $30M institutional transaction
The International Holding Company (IHC) executed a 110 million dirham ($30 million) transaction using the DDSC stablecoin on ADI Chain. The company described the transfer as one of the largest …
UAE salary rules, Dubai real estate shake-up, Eid travel offers, Etihad Rail launch plans – 10 things you missed this week
UAE salary deadlines, Dubai property market shifts, Etihad Rail passenger stations and Eid travel deals led this week’s biggest stories …
Meet Sharjah-based Indian student who earned Guinness World Record at 11
The Grade 6 schoolboy said daily practice, memory drills, and love for reading helped him achieve the Guinness recognition at such young age …
Officials: Sharjah’s Guest of Honour status at Warsaw International Book Fair international recognition of its cultural leadership
Officials from cultural and academic institutions in the UAE have affirmed that Sharjah’s participation as Guest of Honour (GOH) at the fifth edition of the Warsaw International Book Fair (WIBF), held …
UAE-backed programme broadens assessment of public institutions
Joint Uzbek and Emirati evaluation teams reviewed ministries and agencies using criteria including transparency, digitalisation and service delivery. Officials say future assessments will place …
Dubai hospitality gets a nine-day breather during Eid al-Adha holidays
In anticipation of the Eid al-Adha holidays, hotels across Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing a notable spike in reservations, a promising sign for the hospitality sector emerging from a tough stretch.
Dubai Customs explores trade, maritime cooperation with Kuwait
DUBAI, 22nd May, 2026 (WAM) — Abdullah bin Damithan, Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) in Dubai., discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and partnership in …
Dubai Maritime City inaugurates Dhs160 million business centre
DUBAI: Dubai Maritime City (DMC), one of DP World’s flagship developments, on Friday inaugurated its new Maritime Business Centre 2 (MBC-2), an Dhs160 …
Dubai Maritime City inaugurates AED160 million maritime business centre
DUBAI, 22nd May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Maritime City, one of DP World’s flagship developments, on Friday inaugurated its new Maritime Business Centre 2 (MBC-2), an AED160 million premium commercial …
UAE spooked? Fearing Gulf chaos, Abu Dhabi joins Saudis, Qatar in urging Trump against fresh Iran war
Gulf allies UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar urged President Trump to pursue diplomacy with Iran, fearing renewed conflict would destabilize regional economies. Leaders argued military action wouldn’t …
Abu Dhabi is ‘doubling down’ on tourism despite Iran war
The emirate has announced a $1.7-billion investment in the Sphere entertainment venue.
UAE joins Saudis, Qatar in urging Trump not to restart Iran war
Aabu Dhabi’s stance indicates a shift for a country that bore the brunt of Iran’s attacks and has been more hawkish than its neighbors toward Tehran.