The airport is now ramping up flight movements following the full reopening of UAE airspace, with airlines progressively restoring schedules in line with regional capacity …
Dubai property sales hit $13bn in April, transactions near 14,000
Dubai’s real estate market recorded AED48 billion ($13.07 billion) in sales in April, with transaction volumes rising to 13,977 deals, underscoring continued demand despite geopolitical uncertainty.
UAE’s planned e-invoicing system to strengthen digital economy
More than 23.78 million physical cheques valued at Dh1.5 trillion were processed through the UAE Central Bank’s Image Cheque Clearing System in 2025 …
UAE FinTech boom sees country dubbed ‘Silicon Valley’ as digital finance transforms services
UAE strengthens position as global FinTech hub with advanced infrastructure, flexible regulation and rapid innovation transforming financial services …
UAE consolidates leadership in FinTech with integrated ecosystem supporting innovation, growth
The UAE continues to strengthen its position as a leading global hub in the financial technology (FinTech) sector, leveraging a fully integrated ecosystem that combines advanced digital infrastructure …
VaultsPay, Mastercard Tie-Up Points to Growing Competition in UAE Digital Payments
UAE-based Fintech VaultsPay has entered into a strategic collaboration with Mastercard, in a move that could strengthen its card issuance and merchant …
Enterprise Blockchain Firm Ripple Focuses on Middle East with Expanded Presence in the UAE
Fintech firm Ripple, a key player in blockchain-enabled solutions for finance, has announced a major step forward in its regional strategy with the launch of …
SA asks: How will the UAE’s exit from OPEC impact the energy sector?
Earlier this week, the United Arab Emirates announced it was leaving OPEC after nearly 60 years, a move that could weaken the oil cartel’s influence over pricing. We asked SA analysts Long Player, …
UAE exit from OPEC+ signals structural shift, analysts warn of weaker oil prices ahead
The United Arab Emirates’ recent exit from OPEC signals a significant shift in global energy dynamics, potentially weakening the cartel’s influence on oil prices and prompting a move towards …
Abu Dhabi property sales hit AED13bn in April as transactions climb above 3,200
Abu Dhabi real estate sees April home sales exceed $3.5bn with 3,200 transactions, as ADREC reports steady demand and leasing growth …
UAE launches national programme to strengthen supply chain resilience
The move strengthens the UAE’s proactive efforts to address risks facing global supply chains by building a system that guarantees sustainable access to vital commodities …
Dubai Customs leads global digital innovation, earns 3 top accreditations
DUBAI, 3rd May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Customs has continued its excellence in service innovation by obtaining three prestigious international accreditations from the Global Innovation Institute in the …
Etihad sacks 15 Pakistanis in Abu Dhabi with 48-hour exit order
Etihad Airways has abruptly terminated 15 Pakistani employees in Abu Dhabi, ordering them to leave the UAE within 48 hours. The dismissals bypassed standard HR processes, with staff reportedly …
Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi kicks off immersive family workshops this May
As part of the UAE Year of the Family, the lineup includes Families in Nature, which uses a discovery guide to link elements like dinosaurs and …
Abu Dhabi to activate new ‘Darb’ toll gates from tomorrow
Abu Dhabi activates two new 24/7 Darb toll gates from May 4 in Ghantoot and Wahat Al Karama to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and apply AED 4 per crossing with exemptions for eligible groups …
Passenger arriving from Sharjah opens emergency exit door; held
Passenger opens emergency door on flight from Sharjah, leading to diversion of another plane at Chennai airport.
Dubai’s digital ecosystem drives resilience and record growth for tech leaders
Dubai’s integrated digital ecosystem, public-private alignment and world-class infrastructure drive resilience and record growth for tech leaders, positioning the emirate as a global launchpad for dig …