Dubai property prices market will continue to see steady growth over the next 8 years with an increase of up to 7 per cent year-on-year and the market is unlikely to see any ‘downturn’ in the near …
‘No brand drives income like Disney’: What Disneyland Abu Dhabi means for the UAE and Middle East
What happens when Disney targets not just a new city, but an entirely new region?This week, Disney announced its first new development in 15 years, with Disneyland Abu Dhabi set to become the …
UAE: Thunderstorms, heavy rains expected to hit parts of the country
Thunderstorms are expected to affect the central region of the UAE, with potential weather changes likely during the noon and afternoon hours. According to Sharjah Planetarium, cumulonimbus cloud …
RBI Tightens Digital Lending Norms To Safeguard Borrowers, Clean Up Fintech
In a move aimed at formalising and securing India’s fast-evolving digital lending ecosystem, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday issued its consolidated regulatory framework titled the Reserve …
UAE embraces Bitcoin, IBIT attracts $1B: A global BTC shift unfolding?
Notably, BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, continued to draw significant capital, recording $356.2 million in inflows on the 9th of May, per Farside Investors. The fund has now notched 19 straight …
The Vibes From Dubai: What Token2049 Chatter Reveals About the Future of Crypto
Is the Bitcoin bull run nearly over? Will crypto ever become simple enough for normies? Idle chatter at Token2049 revealed plenty about the current state of the space.
I tried two of Dubai’s best hotels — this is my honest review
Metro checks in to sister hotels in Dubai to see which is worth your money. The door to my personal transfer opens as I arrive at what can only be described as a palace. I’ve pulled up to the Four …
UAE Waives Visa Fines for Sudanese Until End of 2025
In a significant humanitarian gesture, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the waiver of all residency and visa fines for Sudanese nationals residing in the country.Read More: The UAE Extends …
Kerala Man Wins $1 Million Jackpot In Dubai, Calls It A “Lifesaver” After Betrayal
Venugopal Mullacheri, an IT support specialist and resident of Ajman, had been trying his luck at the draw for over 15 years.
‘What is Abu Dhabiness?’ Exhibition challenges AI’s stereotypical view of the UAE at Venice Biennale
At Zayed University, a student’s attempt to portray the UAE through AI animation repeatedly hit a wall. The software kept defaulting to deserts and opulent skylines, ignoring the diversity of the …
UAE waives visa, entry permit fines some residents
According to the UAE ICP, affected individuals can regularise their status and submit renewal applications through official digital platforms without incurring penalties …
Sharjah real estate market hits $1.09bn in April 2025 transactions
Sales occurred across 117 areas throughout Sharjah, involving residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties …
Kerala man says $1 million Dubai jackpot came as a lifesaver: ‘I was betrayed by someone’
Venugopal Mullacheri plans to use his $1 million winnings to pay off debts, take a vacation, and start a business.
Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 set to shape the future of finance
The Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 promises to be a landmark event, providing a platform for leaders, innovators, and investors to collaborate and drive the next wave of fintech transformation …
Emirates Islamic unveils exclusive Business Banking Diamond Account for high-value SME clients
Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, has announced the launch of its new Business Banking Diamond account. The account is a premium and bespoke offering …
Can the UAE pave the way to Israel-Syria dialogue?
The UAE is not the only country with interests in ending the Israel-Syria tensions. Turkey wants the bombing to stop and so does …
Trump to drum up major investments for US on Middle East trip: ‘Almost entirely about business deals’
President Trump’s trip to the Middle East next week — visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Arab Emirates — will be focused on obtaining investments for the US, White House …