United Arab Emirates climate fund ALTERRA is planning to launch a $1.2 billion co-investment vehicle with Spanish lender BBVA to finance climate-aligned investment globally across infrastructure, …
Bahrain-based fintech Flooss raises US$22 million credit facility from the UAE’s Shorooq
Bahrain-based Shariah-compliant fintech platform Flooss has bagged a US$22 million credit facility arranged by UAE-based investment firm Shorooq. Founded by Fawaz Ghazal and Tariq Al Saffar in Bahrain …
Lean Technologies and Ziina launch UAE’s first live Open Finance payments
Lean Technologies and Ziina have executed the UAE’s first live customer-initiated Open Finance payment. The launch marks a major milestone for the Central Bank’s fintech framework.
Binance announces changes in how it offers its services globally
Binance announces new processes to its global users after it received its three new licenses in Abu Dhabi UAE within ADGM.
How UAE residents and visitors can track visa status and expiry online
UAE residents and visitors can now easily check their visa status and expiry dates online. Dubai-issued visas are verified through the GDRFA Dubai website, while visas from other emirates can be …
Trading Development in the UAE: Turning Fintech Ideas into Live Platforms
Many teams design around open finance APIs in the UAE to connect with banks, account aggregators, and identity providers. At this point, a second focus on custom trading platform development often …
11 must-visit Dubai spots you can reach by metro or public transport
You’ll need a Nol card, which costs Dhs2 for a one-day red card, or Dhs25 for silver and gold that can be used both in the metro and in the buses. Travelling within one zone will cost you Dhs3, but …
Dubai hotel occupancy rate broke records in December 2025: report
Millions traditionally flock to Dubai’s hotels to marvel at New Year’s Eve fireworks displays. Dubai hotel occupancy rate broke records in December 2025: report. dubai hotel occupancy, dubai …
Dubai-Based Fashion Designer To Take Over Dubai Mall Festival Of Fashion
Dubai-Based Fashion Designer To Take Over Dubai Mall Festival Of Fashion . Up-and-coming Dubai fashion designer Sara Charif is more than geared up to take over Dubai, as she was selected to be one of …
We had just 24 hours in Abu Dhabi – here’s what happened
Abu Dhabi is built for scale, luxury, and distance — which makes exploring it in just 24 hours a serious challenge. From iconic landmarks to cultural stops and unexpected downtime lost in transit, …
USA Signed Pax Silica Declaration with UAE, India will join as a signatory next month
The UAE joins the United States and global partners in the Pax Silica Declaration, a strategic coalition focused on AI, 6G, and secure supply chains for the silicon age.
UAE joins US-led coalition for artificial intelligence
The United Arab Emirates followed Qatar in joining Pax Silica, a month-old US-led coalition that aims to secure cross-border infrastructure and supply chains for the artificial intelligence-era. The …
Woman told to pay Dhs7,000 for insulting school principal in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ordered a woman to pay Dhs7,000 as compensation to the principal of a private school, who was attending …
Is it safe to travel to Dubai? What you need to know after Foreign Office update UAE advice
As the FCDO has not warned against non-essential travel to the UAE, there will be no special circumstances in place to be able to cancel a trip for a full refund. The conditions for cancelling your …
Mashreq launches instant digital home loan pre-approval to transform the UAE mortgage experience
The new verified, fully digital pre-approval experience gives homebuyers enhanced clarity, stronger confidence, and greater control of their property search from the outset …
Abu Al-Naga Development: Dubai real estate sales set to breach AED 700bln mark by end-2026
Naga, Chairman of Abu Al-Naga Development: “Dubai Scripts Historic Real Estate Milestone… Proud of Our Successes, Bullish on 2026” Dubai Delivers Record-Breaking Property Sales Surge in 2025 with …
Abu Dhabi’s IHC seals major US partnership to drive global investment
Abu Dhabi investment group International Holding Company (IHC) has signed a strategic framework agreement with the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to mobilise private-sector …