Iran’s retaliatory attacks challenged a cultivated image of safety and stability as defence systems repelled missiles and drones over Dubai’s famous skyscrapers.
ALEC Holdings prices $381m Dubai IPO at top of range, raises Dhs1.4bn
ALEC Holdings, the Dubai-based engineering and construction group, priced its initial public offering (IPO) at the top of the indicated range, raising Dhs1.4bn ($381m) in the UAE’ largest construction …
UAE makes history: Central Bank launches world’s first sovereign financial cloud with AI for secure digital finance
The Central Bank of the UAE has launched the world’s first sovereign financial cloud services infrastructure, a secure, AI-powered digital backbone for its financial sector. Developed with Core42, …
Indian-origin expat in Dubai wins Dh5 million, but plans to continue to work – Here’s why
Tamil Nadu expat Murugananth Govinthan wins Dh5 million in UAE Lottery, plans to use prize for family stability, building a home, and securing their future.
UAE banking rule change: How this will change the way you shop
Banks in the United Arab Emirates are phasing out one-time passwords (OTP) sent via texts and email as early as this week.
Islamic finance growth to remain firm as GCC anchors global sukuk market
Moody’s expects issuance to stabilise in 2026 after record volumes, with Saudi Arabia narrowing the gap with Malaysia …
Dubai Property Latest Guide: What to Know Before You Buy an Apartment
Dubai keeps changing. New towers go up, neighborhoods expand, and prices shift quietly in the background. If you have been looking at apartments for sale in Dubai, you probably already feel that mix …
Tensions slow Pakistani investment in Dubai real estate
Pakistanis have long been among the largest investors in Dubai real estate, with the emirate also regarded as a safe haven for illicit funds. In 2023, Pakistan ranked as the second-largest investor in …
How UAE is Leading Financial Inclusion with AI and Alternative Data
Overview: The UAE is transforming financial inclusion by leveraging AI-powered analytics and alternative data to expand access to credit and digital banking ser …
AI12 names Jamie Eaton as Head of Financial Lines
AI12 Limited, a specialist insurance and reinsurance broker headquartered in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), has appointed Jamie Eaton as …
Dubai signs deal to speed up investor bank account opening across free zones
Economic Security Centre of Dubai, Dubai Free Zones Council and Emirates NBD sign MoU to fast-track investor bank accounts …
Dubai draws 46.9 per cent of new MNCs from Asia in 2025, chamber data shows
Dubai International Chamber says 46.9 per cent of MNCs and 49.8 per cent of SMEs attracted to Dubai in 2025 came from Asia …
Economic Security Centre of Dubai, Dubai Free Zones Council and Emirates NBD signs MoU
The Economic Security Centre of Dubai, Dubai Free Zones Council, and Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, announced the signing of a …
CBUAE announces world-first sovereign financial cloud initiative
Landmark partnership with Core42 positions the UAE at the forefront of secure, AI-enabled banking infrastructure …
Nasdaq Dubai welcomes Mashreq’s $500mln additional Tier 1 bond offering
First UAE bank capital transaction in 2026, the issuance attracted a robust orderbook that peaked at USD 2.1 billion …
A $272 Billion UAE Bank Just Called Bitcoin ‘Digital Gold’
CIO of Emirates NBD, the second-largest bank in the United Arab Emirates by assets, described Bitcoin as “digital gold.” …
UAE Central Bank debuts world’s 1st dedicated financial cloud service
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has partnered with Core42, a G42 company and full-spectrum AI enablement solutions provider, to build a sovereign …