The New York Post reports that Mia O’Brien was arrested in an apartment in Dubai, where authorities found 50 grams of cocaine. In addition to being handed a life sentence—for which she has to serve 25 …
A Rising Tide for Fintech in the UAE: What Revolut’s Entry Really Means
When Revolut announced it had secured an in-principle licence in the UAE, headlines rightly focused on the arrival of one of the world’s largest fintechs in the Gulf. With over 60 million customers …
XRP loses 2% even as Ripple secures Dubai license – FXStreet
XRP loses 2% on Tuesday, trading at $0.6219. Ripple (XRP) receives in-principle approval from Dubai’s Financial Services Authority.
Planning to live and work in UAE? Here’s everything you need to know about the 4 main visa options
The UAE offers four key work visa options: the Standard Work Visa for employer-sponsored roles, the Remote Work Visa for foreign-based remote workers, the Green Visa for skilled professionals and …
ADA News; Cardano Buyers Shift to Based Eggman Presale, $GGs Overtakes ADA Cardano As Top Crypto to Buy Now
The crypto market in 2025 is full of opportunities, but it’s also full of questions. Cardano (ADA) and Ripple (XRP) are among the most discussed altcoins this …
British Student Gets Life Sentence for “Very Stupid Mistake” in Dubai
The Liverpool University student was convicted by a judge after a day-long hearing on July 25, with her devastated mother claiming the “trial was all in Arabic”. On top of her shock incarceration, Mia …
UAE internet slowdown: Red Sea cables could take months to fix, says expert
As several UAE residents struggled with internet disruptions for a third day after cables under the Red Sea were cut, experts say the incident could take several weeks, if not months to be fixed.
Tech Voices: Apple’s product launch, UAE’s new AI model, Gemini IPO
Seeking Alpha’s roundup of statements, announcements and remarks that could impact the technology sector. Read more here.
Sharkup Launches UAE’s First Fully Digital Business Setup Platform for Entrepreneurs in Dubai
About SHARKUP Sharkup is the UAE’s first online business setup platform, making it simple for entrepreneurs to launch and grow their companies in Dubai. From choosing the right license to applying 100 …
Wynn, UAE partners secure land for possible second casino resort in Ras Al Khaimah
Wynn Resorts and its partners in the United Arab Emirates have secured land rights for a potential second integrated resort (IR) with a casino in Ras Al Khaimah, alongside provisions that could allow …
Inside the ‘horrendous’ Dubai prison where 23-year-old Liverpool student faces life for drugs
A 23-year-old former University of Liverpool student has been served a life sentence in the United Arab Emirates following Class A drug charges. Mia O’Brien, of Huyton in Liverpool, has been jailed in …
Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market 2025: Top Areas to Watch
Explore Saadiyat, Yas, Al Reem, Al Maryah, and Masdar City—key Abu Dhabi districts in 2025 with insights on pricing, rental yields, and investment demand.
Blackstone, Permira invest in Dubai listing service, further fueling hot Middle East real estate market
Dubai-based listing service Property Finder has some new owners after Blackstone and Permira bought a hefty stake in the company.
e& tops UAE 5G performance charts, says report – Gulf Business
Taking innovation to new heights, e& UAE set a world record by reaching 600Mbps uplink speed on a live 5G network …
UAE leads Middle East 5G, ranks 4th globally, in connectivity survey – CIO
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranks fourth globally in the launch and usage of 5G networks and leads the Middle East, followed by, in order, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman, according to …
Sharjah to develop Industrial Zone 6 in next two years at a total cost of Dhs283m
Abdullah Sultan Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), told Al Khaleej that the infrastructure development project …
UAE Residents Might Have To Deal With Slow Internet For 6 More Weeks
Multiple internet cables were damaged in the Red Sea, causing Slow Internet across the Middle-East, and right here in the UAE.