Initiative will last until March 30 next year …
Blue Owl opens office in Abu Dhabi
Private credit giant Blue Owl Capital is opening a regional headquarters — somewhat of a loaded term in the Gulf — in Abu Dhabi, an indicator that Wall Street firms are still …
Behind veneer of normalcy in Dubai, war fatigue and a sense of uncertainty
In the United Arab Emirates, there is a growing sense that the U.S.-Israeli war has taught Tehran how to menace its adversaries even without developing a nuclear bomb.
Boom Battle Bar in Dubai has closed it’s doors for good
Boom Battle Bar Dubai has announced the sad news of its closure Sad news for Dubai’s nightlife scene: Boom Battle Bar Dubai has officially shut its doors for good. The entertainment hotspot, located …
Coinbase CEO Armstrong Talks About Perpetual Approval: What Comes Next?
Coinbase wins CFTC approval to offer global perpetual futures to US traders. Brian Armstrong explains what comes next.
Binance Exchange Launches bStocks Tokenized Securities: 1:1 Backing and 24/7 Trading
Binance Exchange has announced the admission to trading of bStocks, fully-backed tokenized securities representing select U.S. stocks issued by …
UAE e-invoicing FAQs: Who must comply, how Peppol works and what penalties apply
The United Arab Emirates is introducing a mandatory nationwide electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) system. This initiative is designed to enhance transparency, improve tax compliance, and reduce the …
Dubai Investments PJSC renews liquidity provision agreement with xCube
This is intended to support the orderly trading of Dubai Investments’ shares and contribute to improved tradability on the Dubai Financial Market …
UAE and World Bank Group explore opportunities
Discussions focus on collaboration in AI, development, zero bureaucracy initiatives, and knowledge exchange Progress reviewed on the National Talent Development Programme with the World Bank Group …
Bank of Singapore names new heads for financial intermediaries and Dubai
Lim Leong Guan is expected to help accelerate the bank’s UHNW growth push. Bank of Singapore has announced new appointments, including a new helm its Dubai business and a global segment lead for the …
E-invoicing marks the next chapter in UAE’s digital journey
The UAE’s e-invoicing initiative is far more than a routine billing reform — it marks a watershed moment in the nation’s wider digital transformation journey and throws open the doors to real-time tax …
UAE-based Algebra AI raises US$7 million to close the GCC mid-market’s AI deployment gap
UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) transformation company Algebra AI has officially launched after securing US$7 million in funding from US-based venture builder and technology investment platform …
UAE corporate tax: How one company’s bonus could set a precedent
A recent bonus announcement by Emirates airline could set the bar for what constitutes reasonable pay …
UAE residents warned against Google Meet scam impersonating ICP officials
The warning comes after reports of scammers contacting residents through Google Meet invitations sent from free email accounts
UAE operator of MT Settebello junks US Navy’s claim, says American forces killed Indians without warning
The UAE-based operator of the attacked vessel challenged the US Navy to make public evidence supporting its claim that the vessel was given warning prior to the attack.
UAE delegation discusses ways to transform global climate commitments into concrete action, ahead of COP31
UAE delegation at Bonn Climate Meetings advances adaptation, finance and resilience efforts to turn global climate commitments into measurable action ahead of COP31 …
Sharjah launches community campaign to preserve family heritage
SHARJAH, 12th June, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Archives launched a national community campaign titled “Family Memory.. National Heritage” on Thursday at Souq Al Sharia in Al Dhaid. The initiative coincides …