When Dubai resident Muhammed K. needed a visit visa urgently for his son, he approached a company that advertised on social media about quick visit visas at a premium cost. However, the minute he …
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan promoted to General in the UAE Armed Forces
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, has now been appointed General of the UAE Armed Forces. The promotion comes …
TELUS Digital Expands into the Middle East with Opening of Dubai Office
TELUS Digital Experience (TELUS Digital) (NYSE and TSX: TIXT), a leading global technology company specializing in digital customer experiences (CX), today …
Ajman Bank and MENSA Technologies announce strategic alliance to transform WPS services in the UAE
This collaboration combines Ajman Bank’s robust banking infrastructure with MENSA Technologies’ agile digital payroll solutions …
ADNOC Drilling posts $2.37 billion in revenues for H1
ADNOC Drilling Company announced today its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2025, delivering record-breaking performance across revenue, EBITDA and net profit while …
UAE launches Advertiser Permit: New rules every brand should know
The permit is designed to protect the rights of both content creators and the public by introducing clear guidelines for digital advertising …
UAE launches ‘advertiser permit’ for social media users
Anyone displaying promotional content on their social media channels is to be required to apply for a licence, the UAE Media Council has announced.The advertiser permit will be needed if the content …
UAE calls on citizens in Japan to take safety precautions due to earthquake
The UAE Mission in Tokyo has urged Emirati citizens in Japan to exercise caution and vigilance following the earthquake which struck the Kamchatka region in Russia, resulting in tsunami waves …
UAE firms must register for corporate tax by July 31 to avoid Dhs10,000 penalty
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has reiterated its call for companies and certain exempt persons subject to Corporate Tax in the UAE to complete their registration and file their first tax returns by …
UAE and Saudi Arabia break into global top 20 for AI talent, surpassing Italy and Russia
The UAE and Saudi Arabia rank among the top 20 countries for AI talent, outpacing Italy and Russia, with significant investments and strategic initiatives aimed at boosting their AI ecosystems.
UAE announces ‘advertiser permit’ for social media influencers to regulate online ads
The UAE Media Council on Wednesday announced the launch of the ‘Advertiser Permit’ to regulate advertisements published by individuals on social media platforms, whether paid or unpaid.
Dubai teen calls for tighter e-scooter rules after losing friend in tragic accident
A Dubai teenager is calling on tighter rules for e-scooter users in the country as he continues to grapple with the loss of one of his closest friends. Fifteen-year-old Abdulla has been actively …
Sharjah study shows devastating impact of plastic pollution on marine life, says expert
The amount of discarded plastic found in dead seabirds in the UAE has been described as “very alarming” by a senior Greenpeace campaigner. Farah Al Hattab, lead plastics campaigner at Greenpeace Mena, …
Commitbiz introduces accounting and tax services for MSMEs, startups in the UAE
By using advanced accounting software and tools, the firm ensures that businesses can rely on accurate and efficient services …
Satish Sanpal Sets the Standard for Purpose-Driven Leadership in Dubai
Satish Sanpal heads ANAX Holding, a fast-growing group of companies that’s made its mark in Dubai’s real estate and hospitality space.
Sharjah: Model of social integration, sustainable development
Hosting the World Congress 2025 “We Are Inclusion” in the Emirate of Sharjah is a culmination of a longstanding humanitarian and developmental journey that has solidified its position as a global …
Remote workers can move to UAE without local sponsor under Virtual Work Visa: Here’s how
The UAE offers a one-year, renewable Virtual Work Visa, attracting digital nomads with its high-speed internet and infrastructure. Foreign professionals employed outside the UAE can live and work …