From banking charters and bank-fintech partnerships to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, here’s how Trump’s win will likely affect the fintech industry. On the banking regulation front, “We …
UAE central bank boosts reserves as global gold rush accelerates
The dramatic rise reflects not only higher gold prices but also a deliberate diversification strategy by the UAE’s monetary authority …
Sharjah Government processes 2.8mln digital transactions in 2025
SHARJAH: In the presence of Sheikh Saud bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Director-General of the Sharjah Digital Department, the department announced that Sharjah Government processed more than 2.8 million …
Around 90% of Dubai traffic caused by work, business travel, expert says
He added that roads are designed to handle a certain number of vehicles per hour. Once that limit is reached, traffic slows down quickly …
Saadiyat brings culture, atmosphere and noise to Abu Dhabi
Five enormous skeletons tower over the vaulting entrance hall: a brachiosaurus, a camarasaurus, two diplodocus and a barosaurus. This, apparently, is a herd of sauropods. Elsewhere, a video panorama …
Common import-export mistakes in Dubai, and how to avoid them
How businesses in Dubai can turn import export challenges into competitive advantages through structure, compliance and supply chain strategy …
Zelenskyy reveals topics discussed with Russians in Abu Dhabi
The latest round of talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi on 4-5 February focused on mechanisms for a ceasefire, but the parties failed to reach an agreement on the details. Source: Ukrainian …
Juspay eyes West India market, opens regional headquarter in Dubai
Payments unicorn Juspay expands into the Middle East, opens regional headquarters at DIFC in Dubai to serve enterprise merchants, banks and financial institutions …
Sharjah announces Ramadan working hours for public sector
The Sharjah Human Resources Department on Wednesday announced the official working hours during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447 AH for Sharjah …
Abu Dhabi’s MGX in talks to join Anthropic’s $20bn round
Abu Dhabi investment firm MGX is in talks to invest in generative AI company Anthropic. MGX could invest hundreds of millions in Anthropic’s latest round, which is expected to raise more than $20 …
Alpha Dhabi posts record 2025 results as revenue soars to Dh78.8 billion
Alpha Dhabi Holding reported its strongest financial performance to date, closing 2025 with record revenue, profit and Ebitda, underscoring the company’s rapid expansion across key sectors and its …
UAE banking outlook shifts to positive, despite low profitability – Moody’s
The ratings agency anticipates UAE banks will maintain robust funding as economic buoyancy, structural reforms continue …
Dubai shatters real estate records with $4.25bn of deals in just one day
Dubai posts record $4.25bn in single-day real estate transactions across 1,501 deals, reinforcing investor confidence …
Dubai South reports record private jet activity with 17% growth in 2025
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub logged more than 20,000 business aviation movements, highlighting rising demand and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global aviation centre …
Dubai South achieves 17% growth in business aviation movements in 2025
DUBAI, 11th February, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub at Dubai South has reached a historic milestone, reporting a record-breaking 20,289 business aviation movements in 2025. This …
Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in final stages: UAE envoy
LAHORE: Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates Hammad Obaid Ibrahim Salem Al-Zaabi revealed on Tuesday that Pakistan and the UAE are at the final stage of signing a Comprehensive Economic …
Dubai is more than a location, it’s a brand
In global branding, very few places carry the instant credibility, ambition, and aspiration of Dubai. Say the word anywhere in the world, and it signals scale, speed, innovation, safety, and …