Dubai, UAE: Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) has set a new benchmark for the UAE banking sector by becoming the first bank in the country to fully activate Open Finance into live operational use under …
UAE Central Bank shuts down Omda Exchange, slaps $2.7m penalty
The UAE Central Bank has revoked Omda Exchange’s licence, removed it from the register and imposed a $2.7m penalty …
UAE to apply reverse VAT charge on scrap-metal trading from January 2026
New Cabinet decision shifts VAT accounting to buyers in a move aimed at curbing fraud and strengthening tax compliance in the metal-scrap sector …
Deem Finance and airpay announce strategic partnership
Dubai, UAE — Deem Finance LLC, a purpose-led financial services provider committed to enabling the progress of underserved segments in the UAE, today announced a strategic partnership with airpay …
Nisus Finance invests AED 220mln in acquiring Lootah Avenue in Motor City
Nisus Finance brings large-scale private investment into Dubai’s real estate that has seen Dh624 billion in the first 11 months of 2025, as residential property sector fuels the UAE economic growth …
UAE investment outlook: Sectors, risks, and opportunities to look out for
As we head into 2026, the macro picture in the UAE remains supportive, as most sectors are expected to perform strongly, analysts say. The country has steadily shifted from an oil-dependent model into …
Can you get a mortgage in Dubai on a AED 15,000 salary? Experts say yes
Experts suggest focusing on affordable communities like Dubai South and JVC, while also considering down payments and manageable debt levels to secure a home loan …
The UAE enters 2026 with one of the region’s strongest investment backdrops – sectors, risks, and opportunities to look out for
As we head into 2026, the macro picture in the UAE remains supportive. The country has steadily shifted from an oil-dependent model into a diversified g …
Biggest 2025 Crypto Presale Collab: IPO Genie Sponsors Andrew Tate’s Misfits Boxing Headliner in Dubai
IPO Genie sponsors Andrew Tate’s Misfits Boxing headliner in Dubai, signaling how real-world execution is shaping top crypto presales in 2025.
UAE announces updated Excise Tax rules
UAE issues Cabinet Resolution No. 198 of 2025 amending Excise Tax rules to improve compliance and enhance procedures …
Citadel plans Dubai office in boost for city’s hedge fund hopes
Ken Griffin’s Citadel is establishing an office in Dubai, becoming one of the last major hedge fund holdouts to set up shop in the United Arab Emirates and marking a significant win for the city’s …
UAE Sustainable Finance Working Group publishes Fourth Statement during Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025
Statement highlights progress across four key pillars: corporate governance, disclosures, UAE sustainable finance taxonomy, and climate transition planning …
Ajman Bank launches digital extension to expand smart, customer-centric banking services
Supporting greater efficiency and convenience while maintaining the highest standards of service quality and Shariah compliance …
Dubai’s DIFC removes red tape for crypto registration in its financial center
Dubai’s financial center regulator, the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has changed its tune when it comes to crypto assets, from having to approve crypto tokens to be used at the Dubai …
UAE targets $599bn foreign investment stock as economy ranks among world’s fastest-growing
UAE boosts position as growth hub in 2025, driven by non-oil trade, rising investment, banking expansion and pro-business reforms …
UAE approves budget, outlines financial strategy for 2026
Board meeting chaired by Mansour bin Zayed focused on digital transformation, payment systems and regulatory development …
UAE banks show stability as lending accelerates
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