The UAE’s reported suspension of trade and financial ties with Iran could disrupt a vital economic corridor for Tehran, threatening supply chains, financial flows and the wider stability of Gulf trade …
Naran raises $10m for fleet FinTech growth
IBS Intelligence (IBSi) is the world’s only pure-play Financial Technology focused research, advisory, and fintech news analysis firm, with a 30-year track record and clients globally. We take pride …
UAE-Uganda business forum targets trade, investment deals
All is set for the fifth edition of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)-Uganda Business Forum, with organisers seeking to turn growing bilateral trade and investment ties into concrete business deals. The …
Dubai drivers warned to expect more paid parking zones
Dubai drivers should expect paid parking coverage to widen as Parkin adds public and developer-managed spaces across the city. Parkin operates 268,300 paid spaces, 27 per cent above the 211,500 …
Ballistic missiles target UAE, trade ties snap: How Abu Dhabi responded to Iran’s latest escalation
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran after accusing Tehran of launching two ballistic missiles towards the Gulf state, marking a …
UAE halts all trade with Iran until further notice
The UAE says all trade, commercial exchanges and financial transactions with Iran have been suspended until further notice amid escalating regional tensions …
UAE firms’ AI spending up, but execution gaps emerge: study
Despite a 105% year-on-year increase in AI spending, UAE organisations achieved an AI maturity score of 48 out of 100 …
Dubai-it: His first job was as a waiter. Today he owns 10 restaurants in Dubai
Sandeep Shetty’s Dubai journey turning a passion for Mangalorean seafood into 10 restaurants, driven by hard work, great service, and Dubai’s fast business approvals …
UAE to expand Jaywan, Esaad, Fazaa and Saada perks for staycationers
The UAE’s Emirates Tourism Council eyes joint deals with hotels and attractions across the country to achieve Dh450 billion tourism GDP target by 2031 …
Tax Star closes $1.75 million Seed round to expand across GCC
UAE-based taxtech startup Tax Star has raised $1.75 million in a Seed round, primarily backed by angel investors. Founded in 2023 …
UAE AI spending doubles but execution gap threatens maturity gains
UAE organisations increased AI spending by 105% year on year, but a new ServiceNow report found weak governance, siloed data and limited automation are slowing enterprise-wide adoption …
UAE digital bank ruya deploys agentic AI, targets AI-native future
UAE digital-first Islamic bank rolls out agentic AI in production through a partnership with Magure, aiming to embed artificial intelligence across operations, risk management and customer service …
10 upcoming Abu Dhabi concerts to get excited for
Hans Zimmer, the Academy Award and Grammy award-winning composer, is returning to Abu Dhabi on Friday November 13 at Etihad Arena as part of the 23rd edition of the Abu Dhabi Festival. There’s various …
What comes after AI adoption for SMEs in the UAE?
The UAE now leads the world in AI adoption. Now comes the harder challenge: ensuring its SMEs can turn widespread AI use into lasting business value …
UAE banks post record $24.7bn profit as assets surge 17% to $1.44tn
UAE banks recorded $24.7bn in net profit in 2025 as total assets rose 17.1 per cent to $1.44tn, according to the Central Bank …
Dubai free zones hit 96% occupancy as company numbers rise 13% and workforce jumps 24%
Dubai economic zones recorded 96% occupancy in H1 2026 as company numbers rose 13% and the workforce grew 24%, while DIEZ increased startup investment …
Who’s Winning AI Search in Fintech? Avenue Z’s 2026 AIVx Reports Show Leaders Pulling Ahead Across Five Categories
Avenue Z, a digital marketing and PR agency specializing in AI search visibility and AEO, today released its latest AI Visibility Index Report findings across five fintech categories: Digital Banks, …