Sharjah Asset Management Company, the investment arm of the Sharjah Government, has launched a pilot service for the first digital taxi booking service for the emirate, through Yango application, in …
Hawala Racket Busted: Three Students Deported From Dubai With Smuggled Foreign Currency, Two Arrested In India
A major hawala racket smuggling foreign currencies to the UAE was busted following the deportation of three students from Dubai. The unsuspecting flyers were found carrying undeclared USD 400,100 in …
Emirati minister says UAE can be gateway to global success for Indian entrepreneurs
A leading Emirati minister has called on Indian entrepreneurs and business leaders to continue to embrace the UAE as a “gateway to new opportunities around the world” at a major gathering celebrating …
UAE small businesses reap benefits as Muwafaq package supports SME tax compliance
The package seeks to create a significant step forward in fostering innovation within the tax system and delivering comprehensive solutions that align with market needs …
Intesa Sanpaolo and UAE Masdar strengthen M&A cooperation
Intesa Sanpaolo and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance their cooperation in mergers and acquisitions, the bank announced on February 24. The …
UAE fuel prices: Will they rise or fall for March 2025?
The UAE announced the retail fuel prices for February 2025, raising the rates by as much as 0.13 fils per litre compared to the month of January 2025.
MTN taps Dubai company for fintech across Africa
MTN has chosen a company from Dubai to be its fintech partner, facilitating payments across the telecom’s Africa markets.
Dubai Cracks Down on Telemarketing Violations: 159 Companies Fined AED 50,000 Each Under New Regulations
New regulations concerning telemarketing practices introduced in 2024 contribute to providing a world-leading, sustainable business environment, in line with the goals of the D33 Agenda174 companies …
Dubai: Dh50,000 fines imposed on 159 companies for violating telemarketing rules
Dubai imposes Dh50,000 fines on 159 companies for breaching telemarketing rules, aiming to protect consumer rights and enhance business standards.
Dubai now offers driving licence online for boat, vessel; how to apply, costs explained
Get your boat or vessel driving license in Dubai without attending classes. Learn how to apply, the associated costs, and the types of marine licenses available, including pleasure and commercial …
Sharjah Government Sets Official Working Hours for Ramadan
The Sharjah Human Resources Department has announced the official working hours for government departments, authorities, and institutions during the holy month of Ramadan 1446 Hijri. Official working …
UAE travellers face stress when booking holidays, says new YouGov report
The study found that more than two-thirds of UAE travellers experience at least one stress point during the process …
Egypt-Based MNT-Halan’s Expansion Into the UAE Marks a New Phase of Growth for the Unicorn
I n the plethora of entrepreneurial success stories that have come out of the MENA in the past decade, few have demonstrated the power of pivoting efficiently the way Egypt-based …
Cathie Wood Loves Bitcoin – But She’s Also Loading Up on These 2 Fintech Stocks
It’s not a mystery why high-tech innovation investor Cathie Wood is such a big fan of Bitcoin. She’s all about up-and-coming disruptive technologies. And with its potential to keep making waves across …
Wood Group reveals fresh takeover approach from Dubai-based Sidara
Wood Group reveals fresh takeover approach from Dubai-based Sidara – The latest bid interest from Sidara comes after it walked away from a deal last August, blaming global market turmoil and …
Dubai: Flydubai posts record profit before tax, driven by lower fuel costs, higher passenger numbers
Flydubai reports record pre-tax profit of Dh2.5 billion in 2024, driven by lower fuel costs and network expansion. The airline added over 6,000 employees and expanded its network to 131 destinations.
Dubai: Flydubai adds over 6,000 employees, posts record pre-tax profit of Dh2.5 billion in 2024
Flydubai on Monday announced that it added over 6,000 new workers last year as it posted record profit before tax in its 15-year history on the back of lower fuel costs and network expansion. The …