DUBAI, 19th June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Finance (DOF) announced the successful conclusion of the ‘Dubai Innovation and Financial Foresight Forum’, which brought together government leaders, industry …
Indian man opens bank account in UAE on an app, two months later, wins Rs 5 crore reward
UAE Lottery: An Indian-origin man, Shajeer Venga, has won 2 million AED in Sharjah Islamic Bank’s ‘Millionaire’ campaign after opening a savings account. The prize fulfills his long-held dream and …
UAE to accept digital currencies for federal service fees under new government plan
The UAE Ministry of Finance’s new Strategic Plan 2027–2029 includes digital currency payments for federal service fees and a major expansion of AI-powered services The UAE will introduce digital …
Dubai exchange to launch same-day gold contract next week
Local dealers get another channel for cash management, hedging and delivery planning inside Dubai’s own market infrastructure …
DIFC Future of Finance Report: Digital native, AI driven challenger banks redefining banking models, signalling industry’s biggest shift since 2008
DUBAI, UAE, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, launched the second report in its …
UAE launches new framework for public financial management
A key pillar of the strategy is the acceleration of digital transformation and artificial intelligence across government financial services …
UAE launches next-generation finance strategy to boost efficiency
The UAE has launched its latest finance strategy designed to enhance efficiency, cut waste and reinforce the country’s position as a global economic leader. The vision was described as one that …
Maktoum bin Mohammed launches the Ministry of Finance’s strategic plan 2027-2029
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, has launched the Min …
Got Dhs1,000? UAE opens government-backed investing to the public
The Shariah-compliant investment instrument will be offered through an IPO-style subscription framework similar to those used by Dubai Financial Market and Nasdaq Dubai …
UAE debuts IPO-style sovereign retail sukuk scheme
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has launched its first sovereign retail sukuk programme, offering individual investors access to government-backed Islamic investment instruments through a public …
UAE residents can now invest in government-backed sukuk from Dh1,000
The investment instrument will be offered through an IPO-style subscription framework similar to that adopted by the Dubai Financial Market and Nasdaq Dubai …
Ministry of Finance unveils UAE’s First Sovereign Retail T- Sukuk investment opportunities for citizens and residents
Key milestone to drive financial inclusion and expand public participation in government investment instruments …
UAE launches Shariah-compliant bonds open to all residents
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance has launched its first sovereign retail T-Sukuk programme, allowing citizens and residents to invest directly in government-backed securities. Similar to a conventional …
UAE: Banks, Not Oil, Drive This Middle East ETF
Shares MSCI UAE ETF trades at a low P/E under 10x with a 16% long-term EPS growth rate but lacks momentum and growth exposure. See why UAE is a Hold.
Revolut receives UAE central bank payment licences as it prepares market entry
Once live, Revolut will be able to offer customers in the UAE access to its global financial platform, enabling them to hold and manage multiple currencies, make payments using physical and virtual …
Revolut secures UAE payment licences paving the way for local launch
It allows the global fintech firm to offer digital payment services and stored-value products in one of the world’s fastest-growing fintech markets …
UAE Central Bank marks financial innovation milestone with ‘Aperta’ project
The project demonstrated how domestic open finance networks can be connected through a neutral interoperability layer without altering national frameworks …