The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced Dh7.2 billion in investments across 52 groundbreaking projects and experiences, transforming over 60 million square feet …
Live updates: Trump to arrive in Middle East on visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE
The four-day trip, President Donald Trump’s first major overseas tour since his re-election, is expected to focus on business deals and new investments from the region.
NRI Talk: Why NRIs in Dubai and Singapore pay zero tax on mutual fund gains, Nitin Aggarwal explains
India is one of the most preferred markets for the long-term investments for NRIs. Several clients have increased exposure to India in recent years as there is no country other than India with strong …
Wilo and Masdar Sign Strategic Energy Partnership
Wilo, the multinational technology group, and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE’s leader in clean energy, have signed a cooperation agreement to advance efficiency technology and …
Fintech 2.0: What Makes a Startup Appealing to Investors in 2025?
The fintechs securing capital in 2025 are those that combine product clarity with scalable infrastructure. This doesn’t require the flashiest interface or the widest feature set—it requires solving a …
Dubai FinTech Summit 2025 kicks off with record attendance
With over 9,000 attendees from more than 120 countries, the 2025 Dubai FinTech Summit opens with bold announcements, global leaders, and a renewed push for inclusive, AI-driven financial innovation.
Trump is visiting 3 countries on his Middle East trip. The Trump Organization recently made business deals with all of them.
Donald Trump’s trip to the Middle East brings attention to the Trump Organization’s growing business ventures in UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
Trump’s personal diplomacy and family business intersect in Gulf tour
Trump is again diverging from U.S. presidential habit by choosing the Middle East, not Canada or Mexico, for the first foreign trip of his second term.
Dubai RTA releases 116 tenders for private sector by end of 2025
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invited firms and the wider business community, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the UAE, to participate in 116 tenders and auctions …
33-year-old says he’s ‘set for life’ on a $240,000 salary in Dubai: ‘I just fell in love with the energy’
Fares Ksebati was passionate about swimming at a young age, but the Detroit-native never thought it would help him build a successful company.
Botim becomes UAE’s first fintech to roll out Jaywan cards
In a significant advancement for the UAE’s digital economy, Astra Tech’s flagship platform, Botim, has partnered with Mbank, a leading digital bank in the UAE, to introduce the nation’s first …
Expo Centre Sharjah to host Hive Furniture Show
The 5th Hive Furniture Show 2025, the ultimate destination for cutting-edge furniture, is set to throw its doors wide open in Sharjah.Offering insights into the region’s rising demand and latest …
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy supports establishment, expansion of 127 digital startups in Dubai during Q1 2025
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that it supported the establishment and expansion of 127 digital startups in …
Trump to visit Gulf region, where diplomacy collides with his family business
As President Trump heads to the Persian Gulf, some ethics experts say his investments there could represent a conflict of interest as he meets with the region’s leaders.
NymCard Launches Open Finance Services Under CBUAE Open Finance Regulation
NymCard, the MENA region’s leading embedded finance platform, today announced that it is now officially licensed to provide Open Finance services under the Central Bank of the UAE’s Open Finance …
Telr Payment Gateway sponsors Seamless Middle East 2025
Telr steps into Seamless Middle East 2025 with fresh momentum and a powerful vision for the future of cashless commerce …
Botim Becomes UAE’s First Fintech To Roll Out Jaywan Cards In Strategic Partnership With Mbank
In a significant advancement for the UAE’s digital economy, Astra Tech’s flagship platform, Botim, has partnered with Mbank, a leading digital bank …