The government of Dubai has announced that a so-called “Dubai Coin” digital token was not given the green light by “any official authority.” …
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VIDEO: Sharjah worker dies in AC unit explosion
The explosion happened when the workers were carrying out maintenance work on the air-conditioning unit in a residential building on Jamal Abdul Nasser Street, Sharjah.
Covid-19: More UAE schools bring back on-site exams
Many schools in the UAE are now starting to offer on-site exams after a year of online student assessments.Principals said that with the vaccines available to kids aged 12 and above, schools have put …
The Week In Payments: Deep Lake CEO Dives Into FinTech IPO Boom, Crypto Crackdown And Amazon And Mega Ecosystems
FinTechs are fueling the 700 percent IPO growth rate, the crypto industry faces volatile times, and Amazon and Google look to create bigger ecosystems.
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FOCP, UAE awards enhance global cachet
Few countries can match the UAE’s achievements. It has not only scored high in levels of comfortable living and safety, but also has increased its ranking in government development indices by a few …
3 investment companies in Dubai to watch out for in 2021
Dubai’s Wealth management companies and investment firms need to deliver a positive customer experience now more than ever.
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Abu Dhabi: Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine now available via walk-in at over 100 centres
Abu Dhabi has announced that . the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is now available via walk-in at more than 100 vaccination centres across Abu Dhabi emirate.A statement issued by the Abu Dhabi Media Office …
Boxing in UAE: Gloves off for Iker Casillas as he relaxes ringside in Dubai for boxing event
Dubai: Iker Casillas, the Spanish World Cup-winning goalkeeper and hero of Real Madrid, let the other guys in gloves do the hard work on Friday as he was a guest of honour at a boxing event in Dubai …
Boxing in UAE: Man mountain Thor Bjornsson admits he is climbing his own mountain after Dubai bout
World’s strongest man and Game of Thrones star takes on Vallily ahead of clash with Hall There was a giant show in town as Thor Bjornsson took to the ring in Dubai on Friday to face 2010 Commonwealth …
Covid-19: Dubai fines 4 stores during super sale for breaking rules; 49 eateries also penalised
Dubai has fined 49 restaurants and cafes for allowing dine-in beyond permitted hours while also penalising four stores for violating precautionary measures during the 3-day super sale, according to a …
UAE beach tragedy: Mum dies, 3 of a family survive drowning incident
A 32-year-old Indian woman drowned in Umm Al Quwain after she and her family went for a swim off Al Beit Al Mutwahid Beach on Friday morning, the police said. Her four-year-old daughter nearly drowned …
Two drivers jailed, fined Dhs21,000 for misusing company’s taxi in Dubai
The case dates back to the time, when an RTA inspector spotted a traffic violation by a Dubai Taxi Corporation vehicle. The vehicle was driven by a driver other than the driver assigned by the company …
Dubai market shows signs of recovery
Dubai’s construction sector is showing tentative signs of a long-awaited recovery. Real estate developers are planning new projects in response to rising property prices buoyed by the emirate’s recove …
Covid-19: Dubai fines 4 stores during super sale for breaking rules; 49 eateries penalised
Dubai has fined 49 restaurants and cafes for allowing dine-in beyond permitted hours while also penalising four stores for violating precautionary measures during the 3-day super sale, according to a …
Watch: Why this Indian expat in Dubai is making sanitary napkins amid COVID-19
Dubai: When an Indian expatriate in Dubai experienced some niggling gynaecological problems that she traced to her chemically coated sanitary napkins, she did not suffer silently …
DubaiCoin plunges after 1000% gain as Dubai authorities deny any official link with the cryptocurrency
A cryptocurrency called Dubaicoin that surged 1000% in the 24 hours since its launch today crashed 50% after the government of the Emirate warned investors it was not approved by the authorities there …
Dubaicoin jumps 1000% in 24 hours after claims of official Dubai’s crypto. What’s the truth?
ArabianChain Technology, the company behind Dubaicoin, claims to be the first public blockchain in the region, allowing users to mine the currency, and maintain the blockchain ledgers.