UAE companies now officially hold ‘citizenship’ status, recognizing them as Emirati entities under a new Commercial Companies Law. This move, applicable to mainland and free-zone businesses, enhances …
UAE’s dirham stablecoin race widens as RAKBank nets in-principle approval
RAKBank is preparing to join the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE’s) fast-evolving stablecoin ecosystem after receiving in-principle approval on Wednesday from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates …
UAE RAK BANK receives in principle approval to launch AED stablecoin
Rak Bank has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to issue an AED-backed stablecoin.
Fate of Yemen separatist leader deepens southern crisis as Saudi-UAE tensions linger
The leader of Yemen’s southern separatists, Aidarous al-Zubaidi, was in the port city of Aden on Wednesday, the group said, after he skipped a flight to Riyadh for talks on a crisis that caused a …
Baidu’s Apollo Go gets Dubai’s very first driverless testing permit
Apollo Go secured Dubai’s first permit for fully driverless testing, enabling operations without a human safety driver on designated public roads. These development positions Apollo Go for potential …
Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games sets new benchmark
More than 1,000 athletes competed in Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games, which took place from 10-14 December 2025 …
UAE visa reforms 2026: New categories, sponsorship rules, easier entry for tourists
The UAE has implemented significant visa reforms for 2026, introducing new categories for tech, culture and cruise tourism. These changes also include updated sponsorship rules for residents, expanded …
B2BROKER’s Report Is Live: 63% Brokers Launch with Integrated Stack in Just 10 Days
DUBAI, The United Arab Emirates, Jan. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — …
Tarik Erk is appointed as the new regional head of Binance MENAT and Senior Executive Officer, Abu Dhabi
His background closely aligns with Binance’s mission to build a secure, compliant, and globally trusted digital finance ecosystem while accelerating growth across MENAT …
Binance Announces Global Service Changes Following New Licenses in Abu Dhabi
In a significant move towards regulatory compliance, Binance has announced changes to its service offerings for global users, following the acquisition of three new licenses in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This …
26 exciting new restaurants set to open in Dubai in 2026
Where: Jumeirah 1 Cuisine: Japanese What we know so far: One of the top restaurants in the city, Zuma Dubai, has announced plans to open a new beachside restaurant in Dubai in 2025. Zuma Dubai …
5 completely free events happening in Dubai this week
From laser shows to free fireworks, the free events are around for a limited time, so don’t skip on your chance to see them before things wrap up.
Four deceased in Abu Dhabi crash laid to rest in Dubai
A sombre and emotional scene unfolded on Tuesday afternoon as four young Indian expatriate brothers, who were tragically killed in a car crash in Abu Dhabi, were laid to rest side by side at Al Qusais …
Baidu’s Apollo Go Secures Dubai’s First Fully Driverless Testing Permit, Launches Local Operations Hub
Baidu Inc. (NASDAQ: BIDU and HKEX: 9888) today announced that Apollo Go, its autonomous ride‑hailing platform, has received Dubai’s first driverless vehicle trial permit from the Roads and Transport …
Ziina launches Violet, a lifestyle membership built for everyday spending in the UAE
UAE residents live fast, global, and digitally connected lives. They shop online across currencies, commute daily, dine out, stay active, and rely on brands that seamlessly fit into their routines.
Sharjah Institute for Heritage enriches literature festival
The Sharjah Institute for Heritage contributes knowledge and valuable publications to the second edition of the Sharjah Literature Festival.The institute’s pavilion features over 1,100 specialised …
UAE Real Estate Heads into 2026 After AED 680B Year of Transactions
As the UAE heads into 2026, its real estate sector is entering the year on the back of robust growth, underpinned by strong population inflows, sustaine …