Tax Star, the UAE’s first AI-powered corporate tax software platform, has announced that it has closed a $1.75 million seed funding round. The raise comes as Tax Star positions itself around one of …
Telr and Jet Application Join Forces to Redefine Quick-Commerce Payments in Jordan
The partnership is designed to support Jet’s continued expansion while delivering a fast, frictionless payment experience that matches the speed and …
FCA appoints new UAE attaché as UK deepens financial ties with Gulf
Darine Obeid will be based at the British Embassy in Abu Dhabi as regulator targets greater cooperation on fintech, sustainable finance and investment …
Motorist sentenced to 6 months, fined Dhs100,000 for driving against traffic rules in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Criminal Court sentenced a driver to six months in jail and fined him Dhs100,000 for recklessly driving a vehicle against the direction of traffic …
UAE customs competitiveness improves as trade reaches $707bln
Dubai Customs’ direct impact appears in seven competitiveness indicators tied to the core of customs work and the efficiency of trade movement …
Disneyworld Abu Dhabi plans are still on track: here’s how to get a sneak peek
Many of Abu Dhabi’s exceptional theme parks are exclusively indoors: Ferrari World, CLYMB and SeaWorld are all housed in air-conditioned buildings. But, a new image released by Aldar further fuels …
UAE businesses face growing legal fallout from Hormuz disruption
Contracts agreed before the regional conflict are being tested by rerouted trade and delayed payments, while DIFC Courts recorded AED10.02 billion in claims during the first half of 2026 …
Dubai Airport Express Line draws bids from six groups
Dubai has received proposals from six consultant groups for the planned 55km Airport Express Line. Road and Transport Authority(RTA) is seeking study and design services for a rail corridor linking …
Disney Reveals Middle East Research For Abu Dhabi Theme Park
Disney has revealed that its Imagineering team visited two historic landmarks in the United Arab Emirates during the development of its upcoming theme park in Abu Dhabi.
Powering UAE’s edge: Dubai Customs turns operations into competitive advantage
The 2025 performance results tracked by the 2026 Competitiveness Report reflect the growing reach of customs work in supporting UAE competitiveness, given the direct link between the efficiency of …
The Real Fintech Revolution Could Be Green, Inclusive and Regulated
Fintech, Green Finance, and Inclusive Growth in Emerging Economy,” by Ali Matar of Jadara University, was published in the Journal of Risk and Financial Management. It examines how fintech adoption, …
Sharjah Police honour resident for reporting suspicious activity, assisting authorities
Sharjah Police urge residents not to confront or intervene in suspicious situations themselves and instead leave it to the authorities to handle …
Independence Day celebrations bring Pakistanis together in Sharjah
Pakistani community gathers for cultural performances, national songs and celebrations Independence Day celebrations bring Pakistanis together in Sharjah Pakistani community gathers at Pakistan Social …
ICAP UAE Chapter hosts e-Invoicing Boot Camp 2026
KARACHI: As the UAE accelerates the digital transformation of its tax ecosystem, e-invoicing and its impact on businesses took centre stage at the UAE e-Invoicing Boot Camp 2026, hosted by the UAE …
UAE expands its global network of economic, trade partnerships
The UAE is continuing to expand its network of economic and trade partnerships with global markets, as part of efforts to strengthen the openness of …
Dubai Customs foil attempt to smuggle more than 70 million cigarettes to Europe
Officials seize 360,500 cartons of cigarettes across nine shipments …
Abu Dhabi expands habitat protection for native species beyond nature reserves
Move announced by Environment Agency Abu Dhabi to enhance protection of biodiversity …