Revenue in the sector is growing four times as fast as in banks, according to a recent report by Boston Consulting Group and FT Partners.
Coinbase victims speak out as breach, brazen hackers and a culture of silence collide
Coinbase is the largest crypto exchange in the United States. On May 15, Coinbase filed a notice with the Maine attorney general, disclsoing 70,000 customers had been affected by a breach. The breach …
UAE announces Islamic New Year holiday for public and private sectors
The United Arab Emirates has officially announced a public holiday for both government and private sector employees on Monday, June 15, to commemorate the start of the Islamic New Year.Read More: Duba …
Katie Price’s husband Lee Andrews ‘won’t be released from Dubai prison soon’
Lee is still locked up in Dubai.
Major Dubai free zone expands premium flexible office space
Sweid & Sweid has signed The Executive Centre (TEC) to operate 54,896 sq ft of premium flexible workspace across two floors at Sweid One in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), adding a serviced office …
Dubai Financial Services Authority names top executive
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent banking, financial services, and markets regulator of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has appointed Armin Peter as its new …
UAE’s e& and Microsoft expand tech partnership to integrate 5G networks
e&’s 5G networks will be closely integrated with Microsoft Cloud on a range of services The widening of the partnership with Microsoft is e&’s first major tech deal since its transition from Etisalat.
Rising transport costs squeeze UAE small businesses as fuel, tolls and parking fees climb
Ride Skipper, a Dubai-based chauffeur service, said recent increases in fuel prices have significantly impacted its operating expenses …
Abu Dhabi rent hike halt sends relief to residents, Indian expats amid US-Iran war; experts weigh in
Abu Dhabi halts rent hikes temporarily, maintaining current rental amounts in contracts. It provides financial predictability for households and businesses, benefiting expatriates. The decision aligns …
UAE and Qatar condemn Iranian strikes on Kuwait, warn of threat to regional stability
The UAE and Qatar condemned Iran’s attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain, calling them violations of international law. Kuwait Airport resumed operations after damage assessments following strikes that killed …
WTW receives DFSA licence approval to operate investment business in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
Regulatory milestone enables WTW to provide regulated investment advisory services and arrange access to fund solutions in and from the DIFC, as the firm accelerates its regional growth strategyDUBAI, …
UAE rises to #2 in global Islamic economy ranking, driven by investment, trade, and digital finance
The UAE ranked 2nd overall in the Global Islamic Economy Indicator (GIEI), moving up from 4th place. The UAE ranked within the top 3 across all GIEI sectors and placed 1st in medi …
5 Fintech Stocks To Buy
Fascinated by fintech? You’re not the only one. Despite a tough 2022, the future is bright for fintech—as consumers and businesses increasingly adopt technology that saves them time and money. Read on …
The 50 Hottest Fintech Startups In 2026
Even as AI took center stage in 2025, many fintechs–especially those with a business-to-business focus–thrived. AI companies continue to monopolize venture capitalists’ attention–they sucked up $226 …
Dubai to introduce easier medical visas under new health tourism plan
Dubai is making it easier for international patients to get medical visas. A new agreement between immigration and health authorities aims to streamline the entire process. This includes visa …
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and FINTECH.TV Launch MENA Region’s First Global Financial News Studio Inside a Stock Exchange
FINTECH.TV becomes the first international financial media company with a daily live broadcast presence at the Abu …
Dubai summer sale to offer discounts of up to 90%
Dubai’s dining programme will follow a fixed timetable. Summer Restaurant Week will run from 13 July to 2 August …