The UAE is giving its VAT system a 2026 refresh, and yes, it’s all about making things smoother, clearer, and more efficient for everyone dealing with taxes. The Ministry of Finance has officially …
Dubai property buyers should not worry about high mortgage rates – Here’s why
Dubai: Want to buy a property in Dubai or the UAE? But worried that interest rates – and mortgages – are not dropping fast enough? Property buyers needn’t be – because banks in the UAE are offering …
Bybit Institutional to Host Gala in Abu Dhabi, Marking “The New Era of Institutional Digital Finance”
Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, will host the Bybit Institutional Gala on December 5, 2025 in Abu Dhabi. The exclusive, invite-only event will convene …
UAE homebuyers see faster mortgage approvals as AI automates paperwork
AI is transforming the UAE mortgage journey as Holo automates document checks, income verification and lender formatting …
AI is accelerating mortgage approvals for UAE homebuyers
As AI adoption accelerates, the UAE’s mortgage journey will continue to evolve into a faster, cleaner, and more transparent and seamless process, one that reflects the nation’s ambition to build one …
Family businesses in Dubai: DIFC and Emirates NBD sign strategic partnership to support UHNWIs
DIFC and Emirates NBD sign deal to enhance governance, succession planning and wealth preservation for Dubai UHNWIs …
The UAE Advantage: Why Dubai Continues to Attract Asia’s Wealth
With UHNW families now living increasingly global lives, advisers must understand not only local structures and opportunities, but also the international jurisdictions shaping client decisions. In …
Dubai real estate sector booms with AED23.8bn of transactions in the last week of November 2025, Jumeirah apartments give big boost
Dubai’s real estate sector experienced a robust week, with transactions totalling AED 23.8 billion (USD 6 billion) from November 24 to 28. Sales transactions dominated the figures, reaching AED 19.49 …
This consumer stock has tripled since its IPO in October
Ambitions Enterprise Management Co. (AHMA) was the leading gainer in the consumer sector in morning trading on Monday after it popped more than 200%. There were not any corporate announcements or SEC …
UAE Ministry of Finance to Enforce Updated Tax Procedures Law in Early 2026
The amendments aim to establish a clearer and more structured legal framework for tax obligations and procedures.
Big relief for 1,435 emiratis as UAE clears over AED 475 million in debt
The UAE has waived over AED 475 million in debts for 1,435 Emirati citizens through the Defaulted Debts Settlement Fund, in collaboration with 19 banks. Targeting low-income earners, retirees, senior …
Finance sector makes most ‘spam phone calls’ in UAE
UAE has one of the region’s lowest rates of unsolicited phone calls, but the finance sector is the biggest offender says Truecaller …
Expo City Dubai partners with Emirates NBD to enhance business banking services
Collaboration aims to streamline financial operations for Expo City licence holders and support the growth of local and international businesses …
Huru’s Quick Cash Lets UAE Workers Access up to AED 10K in Minutes
Huru has launched Quick Cash, an instant microfinance feature built for unbanked and underbanked workers in the UAE, offering up to AED 10,000 with regulated, transparent repayments.
UAE puts crypto and DeFi under central bank rule
The UAE’s new central bank law requires all crypto and DeFi platforms to be licensed, with fines of up to $272 million for unlicensed operations.
DFSA, Hong Kong Monetary Authority co-host second Joint Climate Finance Conference
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the independent regulator of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) today hosted the second edition …
Dubai’s Tenant Mindset Flips, Betterhomes Reports 55% Now Plan Purchases Within 13 Years
Dubai’s Tenant Mindset Flips, Betterhomes Reports 55% Now Plan Purchases Within 13 Years. betterhomes has released its Future Living Report 2025, based on a survey of 1,439 Dubai residents, revealing …