George Pachantouris/Getty Images The UAE’s venture market bounced back in the first half of this year, reclaiming its position as MENA’s top funding hub from Saudi Arabia. Funding for startups in the …
UAE central bank and Vermeg choose Delta Capita’s MACH DLT for digital asset securities depository
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) and Vermeg, a financial technology infrastructure provider, have chosen Delta Capita’s MACH distributed ledger technology (DLT) to support its integrated digital …
Dubai and Hong Kong launch financial alliance to connect Gulf issuers with Asian capital
The new working group could help access a broader pool of institutional investors and encourage greater cooperation in areas including listing frameworks, fintech and green finance …
UAE deepens its engagement in financial cooperation, development finance
The UAE’s participation reflects its commitment to strengthening multilateral financial and economic cooperation …
Hong Kong, Dubai launch working group to boost financial connectivity
Sept 10 (Reuters) – Hong Kong’s stock exchange said on Thursday it will work with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and Nasdaq Dubai to boost …
UAE deepens its engagement in financial cooperation at BRICS
The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, participated in the second meeting of BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors …
UAE deepens its engagement in financial cooperation and development finance at BRICS and New Development Bank meetings in India
BRICS is a vital platform for strengthening economic and financial coordination and supporting the interests of emerging and developing economies” “The UAE supports the New Development Bank’s …
HKMA, HKEX, DFSA and Nasdaq Dubai establish Strategic Working Group to deepen cooperation between the financial markets
The Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited (HKMC) announced today (Wednesday) the launch of the Policy Reverse Mortgage Programme (PRMP) as a new product to its “HKMC Retirement Solutions”, …
HKEX, HKMA, DFSA and Nasdaq Dubai Form Strategic Working Group to Strengthen Hong Kong-Dubai Financial Market Connectivity
HKEX, HKMA, DFSA and Nasdaq Dubai Form Strategic Working Group to Strengthen Hong Kong-Dubai Financial Market Connectivity …
UAE banking assets hit record AED5.67 trillion as credit, deposits and transfers surge
The UAE banking sector continued its strong growth momentum during July 2026, recording record levels across assets, credit, deposits and domestic li …
How to recharge your Salik account in Dubai: 9 ways to top up in 2026
Discover 9 instant ways to recharge your Salik account in Dubai in 2026, including Smart Salik, DubaiNow, Careem, TAMM, Dubai Drive, petrol station recharge cards, kiosks, CDMs, and online banking wit …
PhonePe to foray into UAE in maiden foreign outing
PhonePe, a leading Indian fintech company, is set to launch operations in the UAE after receiving a license from the Central Bank of UAE. This marks PhonePe’s first international expansion, enabling …
Dubai Chambers signs MoU with Emirates Islamic to provide members with Shariah-compliant banking solutions and products
Under the MoU, the two parties will work together to facilitate access to the banking and financing solutions offered by Emirates Islamic …
Dubai Chambers signs MoU with Emirates Islamic to provide members with Shariah-compliant banking solutions, products
Dubai Chambers has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, to provide businesses with streamlined access to …
Rakbank unveils new brand identity, reinforcing commitment to rehumanising Rakbank and banking
Through this evolution, the Bank is reaffirming its role as a trusted financial partner for individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses …
UAE-based XSquare wraps up pre-seed round to launch Saudi operations
UAE-based fintech startup XSquare has closed an undisclosed pre-seed funding round to begin operations in Saudi Arabia, expand its payment rail and banking partnerships, and grow its engineering and …
Ministry of Finance announces amendments to VAT Executive Regulation
ABU DHABI, 8th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Decision No. (149) of 2026 amending certain provisions of the Executive Regulation of the Federal …