Standard Chartered and OKX, have come together under the regulatory umbrella of Dubai’s VARA to offer a collateral mirroring program.
Rentify Secures US$500,000 To Scale In The UAE
Rentify, a UAE-based fintech and proptech startup, has secured US$500,000 in funding from a group of investors to accelerate the rollout of its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven rental platform.
Avaloq Opens Office in Dubai
The banking and financial software developer Avaloq has opened a new office in Dubai. Following recent client acquisitions in the region, the company is now strengthening its presence in the Persian …
Watch: K9 unit helps Dubai Customs seize 147.4kg of narcotics, psychotropic substances
Dubai: Dubai Customs, operating under the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, has thwarted a major smuggling attempt, intercepting 147.4kg of narcotics and psychotropic substances at a …
Sharjah Police seize 6,000 motorcycles for violations every month
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Marzouq Khalfan Al Naqbi, Head of the Traffic and Patrols Department at the Sharjah Police General Command, revealed that …
Full list: The UAE’s 27 CEPA agreements and counting
In 2025 alone, the UAE signed six new agreements — with Malaysia, New Zealand, Kenya, Ukraine, the Central African Republic, and the Republic of the Congo — expanding its global trade network and …
UAE, Ireland ink MoU to enhance economic, tech cooperation
The UAE and Ireland have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance economic and technical cooperation and establish a Joint Economic Commission, as part of wider efforts to deepen …
Fintech Special Edition: Telcos transforming digital finance
Fintech has become a game changer for telecoms companies looking to expand into digital banking and cross-border transaction business to take advantage of their vast customer base, data insights and …
UAE corporate tax: How a single decision creates a power imbalance
The child understands and ultimately, with a tear-drenched face, accepts the imbalance of power.We grow up with this inherent understanding, which is why we cry foul when someone, who we are …
Asian operator eyes 2027 start-up for promising Adnoc offshore asset: News report
Ahmed Hayat Lak, chief executive of OGDCL, told Reuters the company expects to start production in Abu Dhabi’s Offshore Block-5 by 2027, while also increasing domestic oil and gas output …
UAE: Investing in Abu Dhabi real estate? Hotspots, emerging opportunities in emirate
Yas Island, Al Raha Beach and Saadiyat Island have emerged as the top areas for luxury apartment investments here for Q1 2025. Nearby options for dining and entertainment, fuel this trend.
SA expats in the UAE: Why you may need two Wills
In our experience, a common challenge is dealing with clients who relocate to another country, sometimes permanently or indefinitely, and therefore require cross-border estate planning.Image source: …
Petronas advances offshore CCS project
Petronas and project partners UAE’s national oil company Adnoc and UK independent developer of CCS and hydrogen projects Storegga last August signed a Joint Study and Development Agreement (JSDA) to …
Discover the Wonders of Dubai: A Traveler’s Guide to Unforgettable Experiences
Dubai, a city of innovation and tradition, offers a myriad of experiences for every traveler. From futuristic museums to serene desert safaris, this vibrant metropolis promises unforgettable …
UAE and India sign 8 strategic agreements across key sectors
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence; and Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister …
Sharjah showcases its economic and investment opportunities
The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) have concluded their participation at ‘AIM Congress 2025’, showcasing a wide range of sustainable …
EU and UAE agree to launch free trade talks
The European Union and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to launch free trade talks, the EU and UAE said on Thursday, amid the upheaval and uncertainties created by U.S. President Donald Trump’s …