UAE floated the idea of a currency swap line with officials from the Federal Reserve and the US treasury, including treasury secretary Scott Bessent.
UAE in talks with US about currency swap line if war drags on: report
Emirati officials fear long-term war could ‘inflict major damage on its economy’ and its reputation as global financial hub, reports Wall Street Journal | Anadolu …
Startale Expands to Abu Dhabi, Aligning With UAE’s State-Backed Crypto Push
Abu Dhabi, UAE, April 20th, 2026, ChainwireStartale Group, the global blockchain infrastructure company, is expanding into …
Building on bedrock: Why UAE regulation is the digital asset industry’s strongest foundation
Clear rules, early frameworks, and active oversight are positioning the UAE as a global hub where digital asset businesses can build, scale, and integrate with confidence …
Dubai off-plan buyers to access mortgages earlier under new deal
Dubai Holding Real Estate will integrate Emirates NBD’s mortgage solutions across its portfolio, offering buyers greater liquidity planning throughout the construction lifecycle …
Aldar to build 9,000 affordable units for leasing in Abu Dhabi
Aldar Properties will develop thousands of “affordable” residential units in Abu Dhabi to bolster its develop-to-hold pipeline. The 9,000 units will be part of two integrated communities in Mohamed …
Dubai rental contracts reach $8.8bln in Q1 2026 amid stable market
This performance reflects the UAE leadership’s proactive vision and renewed directives to enhance the readiness and resilience of economic sectors …
Dubai Slaps 5:1 Cap on Crypto Leverage as Four MEA Nations Push New Rules
Four countries across the Middle East and Africa rolled out major crypto regulatory moves in the first quarter of this year.
UAE in talks with US for possible financial lifeline, WSJ says
The United Arab Emirates has begun talks with the US about a financial backstop in case the Iran war plunges the country into further crisis, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing US officials it …
UAE asks US for a wartime financial lifeline
Emirati officials have spoken with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent about accessing dollars if the Middle East conflict drags on.
UAE seeks US financial backstop amid rising Iran tensions
UAE seeks US financial support amid rising tensions with Iran. Trump agreeing to Iranian oil sanction relief in April now at 37.5% YES.
UAE President meets Ruler of Fujairah and conducts inspection of Fujairah Port
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today met with His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah.
UAE cracks down on poultry cartel in price-fixing probe
UAE refers poultry cartel to prosecution for price-fixing and market manipulation, citing violations of consumer protection laws …
Daniel Kinahan lived like a king, owned $117 million empire: Then, police arrested him in Dubai; here’s how
Daniel Kinahan, a notorious drug trafficker, was arrested in Dubai after nearly a decade of living luxuriously. Known for his public persona as a boxing promoter, he had evaded authorities until …
Minor earthquake of 2 magnitude detected in Abu Dhabi
A magnitude 2.0 earthquake was recorded in Al Halah, Abu Dhabi, at 21:15 UAE time on 19 April 2026, according to the National Seismic Network operated by the National Centre of Meteorology. The tremor …
UAE records 2.0 magnitude earthquake in Abu Dhabi: NCM
UAE records a 2.0 magnitude earthquake in Al Halah at 9.15pm on April 19, according to the National Centre of Meteorology …
Abu Dhabi museums strengthen links between education, art
Abu Dhabi’s museums are reinforcing their roles as premier cultural beacons by integrating education with art through innovative interactive programmes designed to enrich the student learning …