The UAE’s ‘finfluencer’ licensing system combats social media investment scams, with groundbreaking rules requiring anyone with just 1,000 followers who gives financial advice to register with regulat …
United Arab Bank Partners with Emirates Face Recognition to Launch Facial Authentication for Mobile Banking
United Arab Bank (UAB) has entered into a strategic partnership with Emirates Face Recognition (EFR) to integrate facial recognition technology into its mobile banking platform. The agreement, signed …
IndusInd Bank gets promoter backing amid financial recovery
The lender reported a profit of $309.5 million for the fiscal year 2025, a 70% decline from the previous year’s $1.07 billion, primarily due to a $235 million hit from accounting irregularities …
How this Chinese expat found financial freedom after moving to UAE
Sarah Dong shares her divine relationship with money, emphasizing respect and growth in Dubai’s thriving economy. Chinese expat Sarah Dong on why her relationship with money …
CODE81 and Commercial Bank of Dubai sign strategic MoU to accelerate digital transformation through advanced data analytics
The collaboration addresses one of the most pressing challenges faced by large financial institutions: managing and leveraging complex data assets effectively. Under the MoU, CODE81 will support CBD …
The UAE has shown me the power of financial stability, says Chinese expat Sarah Dong
Sarah Dong, managing partner of CEO Clubs UAE, has called Dubai home for nearly 18 years. For the Chinese expatriate, money isn’t just a means to an end — it’s “divine”, a relationship she likens to a …
Dubai completes first tokenized real estate DAMAC property round in 24 hours
Dubai’s Prypco Mint reported that it fully funded the first tokenized property in less than 24 hours with 224 investors from over 40 nationalities in less than 24 hours. The announcement came after …
Sharjah Islamic Bank strengthens global standing with successful pricing of $500mln perpetual sukuk
With a reset spread of 195.6 bps, the issuance also marks a reduction in the Spread achieved in 2019 by 125.7 bps …
UAE central bank slaps $27.8mn fine on exchange house
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed a financial sanction of AED100 million on an exchange house following failures in anti-money laundering controls.
XBTO secures a UAE license for digital asset services
The license enables XBTO to cater to institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and regional financial institutions as a regulated counterparty.
Tourmaline Partners expands global footprint with Dubai International Financial Centre office
Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Tourmaline Partners, a leading global provider of outsourced trading solutions, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest office in Dubai International …
Dubai Residential REIT rises 13.6% on debut: IFR
Dubai Residential REIT provided a positive data point for UAE IPOs with shares closing up 13.6% on debut on Wednesday. The Dh2.15bn (US$584m) deal is the first IPO on the DFM this year and the second …
Dubai Residential Reit Gains 13.64% On Market Debut
Dubai Residential Reit on Wednesday rose 13.64 per cent at the close of trade after its listing on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM).
Arthur D. Little survey of 24 UAE banks highlights omnichannel banking trends, opportunities
A new survey by Arthur D. Little (ADL) with 24 UAE banks, revealed that customers are increasingly demanding seamless, omnichannel banking experiences, with mobile banking apps and online platforms …
UAE Central Bank fines two foreign bank branches Dh18.1m for breaching anti-money laundering rules
The UAE Central Bank has fined two branches of foreign banks operating in the country a total of Dh18.1 million ($4.9 million) for breaching anti-money laundering regulations. The regulator imposed a …
UAE: Comera Finance secures NBFC licence from UAE Central Bank
Built on scalable cloud architecture, the platform leverages real-time processing, advanced security, AI-driven fraud detection, and instant payment notifications …
Comera receives UAE central bank approval to launch finance company
Once operational, Comera Finance will offer a full suite of financial products and services, spanning retail, SME, and corporate lending …