United Arab Emirates property firm Arada Developments is seeking up to $500 million from an Islamic bond, or sukuk, two sources familiar with the matter said, as it joins other property firms tapping …
Can online comments be considered crime in UAE? Woman fined AED 30,000 for offensive messages
A woman in the UAE has been fined AED 30,000 for offensive messages on social media, highlighting the country’s strict stance on online defamation. The article discusses the legal ramifications of …
UAE: ChatGPT is driving some people to psychosis — this is why
Discover how excessive ChatGPT use is linked to psychotic episodes, raising concerns about AI’s impact on mental health. It risks reinforcing our delusions instead of challenging them …
FDA Issues Highest Risk Warning For Dubai Chocolate Recall
The Food and Drug Administration has updated their recall of a batch of Dubai chocolate spread to Class I, their highest level, due to risk of salmonella contamination.
Lindt Released A $15 Dubai Chocolate Bar & The Internet Has Mixed Opinions
The newest spin on the Dubai chocolate trend might not be worth the price tag. The post Lindt Released A $15 Dubai Chocolate Bar & The Internet Has Mixed Opinions first appeared on Spoon University.
UAE issues new decision on depreciation rules for investment properties under corporate tax law
The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued a new ministerial decision outlining how depreciation adjustments will apply to investment properties held at fair value, under the framework of the country’s …
UAE central bank fines foreign bank branch $164,000 for regulatory violations
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed a financial sanction of AED 600,000 on a branch of a foreign bank operating in the UAE for failing to comply with regulatory requirements.
Dubai: Japanese eatery Umi Kei is a tribute to tradition
I have found the chicest restaurant in Dubai. Umi Kei engulfed me in an instant sense of muted harmony, with soft lighting encased in gentle cedar and bamboo panels. The venue is centred on the …
Block: Rally Isn’t Finished Yet – Don’t Bail Now
Block has rebounded strongly, with lowered 2025 guidance and a resilient economy setting the stage for further upside into 2026. Learn why XYZ stock is a buy.
Sharjah clears 167 titles under publishing, translation support programmes in 2025
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has announced the approval of 167 new titles under its specialised publishing and translation support programmes in 2025.
UAE: Sugar levels may now decide the cost of your drinks with new tax rules on sugar-based beverages
The UAE will shift to a tiered excise tax on sugary drinks from 2026, linking tax rates to sugar content per 100ml. Replacing the current flat 50% rate, the move aims to reduce sugar intake, promote …
UAE’s perfume industry to hit $1.7 billion by 2033
Projected to soar to $1.7 billion by 2033, driven by oriental fragrances, digital innovation, and luxury tourism. Craftsmanship and an unmatched sense of what works are factors …
PRYPCO Mint hits Dhs9m in tokenised property sales in first month
PRYPCO Mint, the MENA region’s first real estate tokenisation platform, has crossed Dhs9m in tokenised property investments within a month of launch, marking a major milestone in digital real estate …
Holo unveils services to make buying property in the UAE a seamless process
Holo, a homegrown digital mortgage platform, has introduced a suite of services aimed at easing the property purchase process in the UAE. The company’s new offering focuses on helping both residents …
Satellite Images Show New Trump Resort Emerge in Middle East
Gulf countries are close to President Donald Trump on both business and political levels as they pursue megaprojects to diversify economies …
Gulf’s next big crisis: As economies diversify, water shortages loom
As Gulf economies diversify beyond oil, water scarcity poses a significant challenge. Discover how climate change and growing consumption threaten growth, and what GCC nations are doing to ensure …
‘UAE WiFi by Etisalat’: High-speed public WiFi launched … – ZAWYA
UAE WiFi by Etisalat benefits from fibre backhauling, using Etisalat’s extensive fibre-optic network enabling speeds of up to 300Mbps. “It is an efficient, more competitive solution in the market”, …