Riyadh – Arabian Drilling has signed an agreement with a GCC-based company, marking its first offshore operation outside Saudi Arabia, according to a press release. The Saudi firm aims to expand its …
Dubai’s commercial property boom: Areas you should be investing in
The upward trajectory signals Dubai’s continuing emergence as a dynamic hub for commercial property investment in the region …
Sharjah developer Arada tightens price on $450mln sukuk offering
Arada Developments, rated B1 by Moody’s and B+ by Fitch, has launched its $450 million sukuk with a coupon of 7.150%, tightening from the initial price guidance of 7.625%-7.750% for a spread of 317.3 …
Sharjah: A global standard for inclusion and a model of social integration and sustainable development
Through this World Congress, Sharjah is calling out to the global community that building communities cannot be complete without everyone’s contribution. Inclusion is not only a humanitarian principle …
RAKBANK becomes the first UAE bank to offer crypto trading for retail
RAKBANK launches crypto trading for retail customers via its mobile app, partnering with Bitpanda to offer direct dirham-based access to digital assets.
UAE to increase card fees for foreign transactions: Here’s how expats can avoid extra charges
Starting September 22, UAE banks will increase fees on foreign transactions to 3.14%. Discover strategies for expats to minimize these costs amid the hike.
UAE: Body of second Indian woman who died by suicide to be repatriated tonight
The mortal remains of Athulya Shekar, a 30-year-old Indian woman who was found dead in her Sharjah apartment on July 19, will be repatriated to her country tonight. The body will be flown to Kerala on …
DMDC launches property investment arm with Dhs100m commitment
DMDC has allocated Dhs70m to kickstart a portfolio of premium residential projects, with flagship developments already underway in Arabian Ranches, Jumeirah Golf Estates, and Emerald Hills …
DEWA powers more than 7.2 million digital transactions in just six months
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) enabled customers to seamlessly complete more than 7.2 million transactions across several digital platforms during the first half of 2025 …
DEWA wins Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024 award for Hassyan desalination plant project
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received the ‘Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024’ award from Project Finance International (PFI), a leading publication specialising in …
Dubai’s DEWA processes 7.2 million digital transactions in first half of 2025
DEWA operates a comprehensive ecosystem of digital channels, including its website, smart app and customer care centre systems …
UAE Corporate Income Tax | Hogan Lovells – JDSupra
On 9 December 2022, the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance (“MoF”) released UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on taxation of corporations and businesses (the “Corporate Tax Law …
7 ways Dubai’s new AI playbook helps founders build smarter businesses
Developed under the Create Apps in Dubai initiative by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the guide aligns with Dubai’s broader digital vision—to triple the number of app …
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy Launches The Entrepreneur’s AI Playbook
The playbook offers valuable guidance on the artificial intelligence tools available to support every stage of developing entrepreneurial projects.
Starting a business in Dubai? This new passport helps
A major boost to the international trade in Dubai, One Freezone Passport will grant companies access to over 30 free zones.
UAE RAKBANK now offers direct crypto trading to its clients
UAE-based RAKBANK launched its crypto brokerage service via its mobile app for retail customers, thus enabling crypto trading for its customers.
30,000 visit Sharjah date fest as it concludes on a high note
The 9th edition of the Al Dhaid Date Festival concluded on Sunday at Expo Al Dhaid with exceptional success, drawing thousands of visitors throughout …