Ripple received regulatory approval from Dubai’s Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to offer cross-border crypto payments.
Abu Dhabi real estate thriving as rents jump 20% and sales prices climb 11% and one area sees 31% returns
Abu Dhabi real estate market witnessed massive growth in residential and office sectors last year, and more growth expected
UAE introduces first drone regulation for unmanned air navigation companies
UAE introduces its first national regulation for unmanned air navigation companies, setting operational standards for certification, safety, and integration with commercial aviation.
RAKEZ roadshow to Brazil highlights expanding business opportunities in UAE
This growing economic relationship is driving more Brazilian companies to explore expansion opportunities in the UAE, looking for competitive business environments and strong global connectivity.
UAE, other MENA stock markets poised for major uptick fuelled by Western capital flows amid regional economic boom
The UAE’s banking sector, comprising 40% of its stock market, offers a buffer against tariff volatility, experts say …
This iconic store is coming to Dubai for the first time ever
For the first time ever, Dubai will have its own standalone Disney Store and it’s opening (very) soon. Shoppers have clearly been wishing on a star for this one, because the new store will open at …
Marine autonomy companies unveil plans for UAE’s first uncrewed vessel center for industry
The Quarterdeck will enable startups and scale ups to innovate unmanned surface vessel (USVs) and unmanned underwater vessel (UUVs) technology for both the commercial offshore and defense sectors …
UAE’s Al Ansari Exchange, BILRS partner to expand global bill payment services
The facility will be made available through Al Ansari Exchange’s extensive branch network across India, Pakistan, Philippines, Egypt, and more …
UAE cinema revenues reach AED 800mln in 2024
375 video games were classified according to the UAE’s approved age rating system.
Ranya Rao case: Actor could be part of ‘coordinated gold smuggling syndicate’ operating from Dubai, says DRI
Kannada actress Ranya Rao has been arrested for her alleged involvement in a coordinated gold smuggling operation from Dubai. The DRI’s investigation unveils her extensive travels and illegal …
$128mln in cinema revenue in UAE in 2024
Simultaneously, the e-gaming sector experienced significant growth, generating over AED1.5 billion in revenue in 2024, driven by surging demand for video games. To ensure age-appropriate content, 375 …
UAE corporate tax: The role of external financial audit
From the college law lectures I attended as a student, I particularly remember the Latin phrase non est factum. While this translation is not strictly accurate, as students we were taught to remember …
Crypto exchange Binance gets $2 bln investment from Abu Dhabi’s MGX
Abu Dhabi investment group MGX has invested $2 billion worth of cryptocurrency into Binance, in what the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange said on Wednesday was its first institutional …
UAE’s new $65.4bn investment strategy a ‘significant milestone’: Minister
Mohamed Hassan Alsuwaidi, Minister of Investment, said that the UAE’s approval of the National Investment Strategy (NIS) 2031, under the leadership of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice …
If you get a salary of 20 thousand in Dubai, then you will be surprised to know how much it will be in India
How much would a salary of 20,000 dirhams in Dubai be worth in India? Find out what the actual value of this salary could be in India based on currency conversion, expenses and differences in standard …
UAE coffee business gets $8.2m investment shot, eyes Saudi and Europe expansion
A coffee business in the UAE has announced a AED30m ($8.2m) investment as it looks to expand throughout the Middle East and Europe. ROR Coffee Solutions, an Emirati-owned specialty coffee provider, …
GEMS Education signs UAE’s largest school-based solar energy agreement
The deal covers the design, engineering, installation, and maintenance of solar energy systems across 23 GEMS schools in Dubai …