The Arab world is currently experiencing the end of the spring season where temperatures typically breach the 40°C-mark
Will UAE Residents Get 4 or 5 Days Off for Eid Al Adha 2024?
UAE residents are set to enjoy a long weekend for the Islamic festival of Eid Al Adha, which falls in mid-June. The exact duration of the holiday will be determined by the moon-sighting process on Thursday,
Cloud seeding did not cause Dubai floods: scientists
“Due to the excessive use of silver iodide to create artificial rain, Dubai saw its heaviest rainfall in a single day since meteorological records began in 1949,” read a simplified Chinese post on Weibo on April 18, 2024. Artificial rainmaking usually …
Dubai Airport intercepts over 350 counterfeit passports in first quarter of 2024
The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs of Dubai reported that DXB Airport intercepted 366 fake passports in the 1st quarter of 2024
Eanan, Jetoptera Begin UAS Test Flights In UAE
Dubai-based uncrewed aircraft developer Eanan Al Samma and U.S. startup Jetoptera have begun flight testing in Abu Dhabi aimed at development of a vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) cargo aircraft …
‘Invest in Sharjah’ organises business roundtable to attract Chinese industrial investors
The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) recently organised a business roundtable to convene industry leaders and prominent business owners from the People’s Republic of China. The event, attended …
UFC adds Azat Maksum vs. CJ Vergara to Abu Dhabi fight card
This time, it’s Kazakhstan vs. the United States, as flyweights Azat Maksum and CJ Vergara are set to collide at UFC on ABC 7, which takes place Aug. 3 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
An oasis of culture and creativity; the Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi
Beyond its architectural grandeur, the Saadiyat Cultural District pulsates with artistic energy, hosting an array of world-class exhibitions, performances, and cultural events.
Department of Health – Abu Dhabi and AstraZeneca Expand Partnership During BIO 2024 to Establish New Rare Diseases Centre of Excellence
Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AstraZeneca during BIO International Convention 2024 to establish a world-class …
Wynn Resorts and MGM Resorts have big plans for the United Arab Emirates
Wynn Resorts (NASDAQ:WYNN) continues to move forward with its plan to open a hotel in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. Notably, the location could be the site of the first …
Dubai opens new Dh2-million station in Jebel Ali to monitor air pollution
D ubai now has an air quality monitoring station that can measure 101 types of air pollutants. Equipped with 11 sensors, the Dh2-million facility was lauched in Jebel Ali on Wednesday to mark World …
Paxos Debuts Yield-Bearing Stablecoin Issued by UAE Affiliate
Paxos, the company behind PayPal Holdings Inc.’s stablecoin, introduced a similar token that will pay a roughly 5% yield, as crypto firms rush to take advantage of elevated interest rates.
Invest in Sharjah organises meet to attract investors from China
The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) recently organised a business roundtable to convene industry leaders and prominent business owners from the People’s Republic of China. The event, attended …
Fintech startup secures $5 million funding to begin expansion
Elevate, a Y-combinator-backed fintech startup headquartered in London and Dubai, has secured US $5 million in funding. This investment will fuel the expansion of its operations in the Philippines, …
Avenix Fzco Launches Litepips: Redefining Automated XAUUSD Trading Strategies
Forex trading is on the verge of a revolution, thanks to a groundbreaking move by Dubai-based fintech giant Avenix Fzco, which has just introduced its newest forex robot, Litepips. Standing out as a …
Blockchain has the Potential to Restore Trust Among People, says KryptoGranny
Henzelene Healley talked to KryptoGranny, also known as Anita Kalergis, at the DIFC Fintech Summit. Anita is a crypto pioneer, enthusiast and influencer who has made significant contributions to the …
Qatar’s fintech ambitions: Driving transformation and innovation
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), and Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) offer well-regulated, enabling environments for fintechs in the form of sandboxes, fintech …