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Gulf sovereign wealth funds drive $36bn+ mega-deal boom as UAE, Saudi buck global M&A slowdown
The Gulf region emerged as a dominant force in global mergers and acquisitions in 2024, with sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia and the UAE leading a surge in mega-deals across energy, …
DFCC Bank Honours Sri Lankan Expatriates in UAE for Building a Stronger Nation
The bank’s vision is to continue being a trusted partner for Sri Lankans worldwide by enhancing accessibility, leveraging technology, and expanding our global reach …
UAE and Germany strengthen economic ties with UAE-German Business Forum in Abu Dhabi
UAE-Germany non-oil trade reaches $13.8 billion in 2024, marking a 5.4% increase year-on-year.
Dubai Government announces Tabby’s integration into DubaiPay as digital payment option
Dubai Government, represented by Digital Dubai and the Department of Finance, has announced the integration of Tabby into DubaiPay – the unified hub for service providers and government entities.This …
Dubai Future District Fund’s results highlight stronger alignment with Dubai’s D33 Agenda
Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) Oversight Committee convened for its annual review, marking significant strides toward Dubai’s economic goals. The Oversight Committee reviewed DFDF’s 29 investments …
Dubai Government adds new Tabby payment option on DubaiPay
Tabby joins various other payment methods available on DubaiPay, such as credit cards, direct debit cards, smart wallets, online banking services, Apple Pay, and Google Pay …
Middle-class Britons join wealth exodus to UAE amid UK economic uncertainty
The migration wave comes as Britain grapples with multiple challenges, including the planned abolition of non-dom tax status and broader economic uncertainty …
Keyper partners with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Dubai First to transform rent payments
In an exciting partnership that sets a new benchmark in the UAE rental market, Keyper has joined forces with the First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest and …
How a shady hustler in Dubai turned celebrity meme coins into a crypto grift
Based on internet jokes, cutesy animals, and pop culture fads, meme coins have been in circulation for over a decade. While the tokens have no value as currency, their price can soar upon release, as …
UAE: Can banks close customers’ accounts after multiple bounced cheques?
All banks at the time of entering a contract are obliged to inform their customers in writing the consequences of returned cheques …
In two years, cryptocurrency could become part of everyday life in the UAE, says leading Crypto.com official
Eighth edition of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival hosted talks by renowned futurists and cryptocurrency leaders on the first day …
New UAE insurance rules: Direct payments, claim payouts start February 15
From February 15, insurance customers in the UAE will have to make direct payments to insurers instead of going through brokers as new industry .Under the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) regulations, …
UAE mega projects, sustainability boost bonds, sukuk issuances
The UAE is witnessing rapid growth in its mega projects, spanning vital sectors such as infrastructure, renewable energy, and real estate development, in line with a strategic vision that places …
World Bank cloud computing working group meeting reinforces Dubai’s ambition to drive digital innovation and strengthen cybersecurity
The working group’s meetings and workshops played a key role in shaping a global strategy for cloud computing applications over the next five years …
Indonesia, UAE seek to strengthen economic partnership
Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati and Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei …
Dubai Financial Market achieves total revenues of $172mln in 2024
DUBAI: Dubai Financial Market Company today announced its consolidated results for the fiscal year ending on 31st December 2024, highlighting a 24 percent increase in net profit (pre-tax) to AED409.3 …