Two years ago, the chief executive of an Asia-based crypto derivatives platform told our team that he was moving his licensing application from Hong Kong to Dubai. “The SFC process would have burned a …
UAE e-invoicing study shows national readiness stands at 57.5 per cent
The index has found that UAE businesses have built strong awareness on the e-invoicing mandate ahead of mandatory implementation on 1 January 2027.
Arab Bank Switzerland strengthens Middle East footprint with Dubai office opening, in DIFC, and CEO appointment
Limited builds on six decades serving Middle Eastern entrepreneurs, family offices and high-net-worth individuals …
STARTRADER Launches Pre-IPO Trading Products for OpenAI and Anthropic
The new CFD instruments give traders early exposure to two of the world’s most prominent artificial intelligence companies ahead of anticipated public listings. STARTRADER STARTRADER Launches Pre-IPO …
Arab Bank Switzerland bets on Dubai with new DIFC office – EXCLUSIVE
The move reflects growing demand from wealthy Middle Eastern clients who increasingly want access to Swiss private banking expertise closer to home …
Inside the UAE’s tax boom: Revenues hit $12.5bn, Corporate Tax registrations surge and AI expands
The UAE’s tax system recorded strong growth in 2025 as revenues climbed to AED46bn ($12.5bn), Corporate Tax registrations accelerated and the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) expanded its use of artificial …
Dubai Stocks Set for Best Quarter in a Year as War Premium Ebbs
Dubai’s stocks index is set for its best quarter in a year after a truce in the Middle East conflict drew investors back to a market they fled when Iranian missile attacks shattered the city-state’s …
UAE businesses enter next phase of e-invoicing readiness as voluntary adoption begins, new ClearTax study finds
National readiness reaches 57.5% as finance leaders move from awareness to implementation ahead of January 2027 mandate …
Expo City Dubai partners with Emirates NBD to offer tailored home financing solutions
Dubai: Expo City Dubai has partnered with Emirates NBD to introduce tailored mortgage and home financing solutions, supporting buyers across its expanding residential portfolio. The agreement reflects …
UAE Central Bank licenses Adyen for expanded operational capabilities
Adyen obtains a Retail Payment Services Category II license with the CBUAE, enabling full control of its value chain …
Dubai Financial Audit Authority joins the elite group of NASBA-accredited continuing professional education providers
Institutional milestone strengthens the professional development ecosystem and enables the awarding of globally recognised Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits to holders of professional ce …
UAE approves another retail payment provider as fintech revolution continues
Adyen has secured a Retail Payment Services Category II licence from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), giving the payments company direct control over local settlement flows as it deepens UAE …
Azizi Developments and Dubai Islamic Bank sign sustainable real estate financing agreement
The agreement was signed at DIB’s inaugural real estate sustainability roundtable, marking a significant step in green finance for the UAE real estate sector …
Expo City Dubai makes home buying easier with Emirates NBD
The partnership is designed to simplify the property purchasing process while providing greater payment assurance throughout development and delivery phases …
Expo City Dubai partners with Emirates NBD to introduce tailored home financing solutions for its residential properties
The partnership reflects strong long-term momentum in Dubai’s residential real estate sector, with increasing demand for structured financing solutions …
Sending money from the UAE? See what your dirhams are worth this month
See how much AED1,000, AED3,000, AED5,000 and AED10,000 from the UAE are worth in India, Pakistan, Philippines, UK, Europe, Bangladesh, Egypt, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Australia this month …
UAE Central Bank develops new framework for dormant accounts and unclaimed funds
UAE Central Bank introduces expanded framework for dormant accounts and unclaimed funds, requiring financial institutions to document contact efforts and transfer unclaimed balances to a central regis …