New Shariah-compliant business account enables small businesses to put surplus cash to work automatically, without locking it away, as Pemo cements its position as the leading all-in-one spend …
Dubai crypto exchange Bitby hires ex-regulator legal head as CLO
Loo was most recently chief operating officer at blockchain business MANTRA. At Bybit he will be responsible for the exchange’s global legal, regulatory and compliance strategy and strengthening …
Sharjah strengthens global medical research partnership
Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) and President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), has formally …
7-day impoundment: Abu Dhabi Police warn drivers against overcrowding vehicles
The violation of transporting passengers beyond the permitted number will also result in a fine of Dh500 and 4 traffic points …
UAE economy grows 3% in first quarter on strong non-oil sector performance
Emirates’ non-oil GDP grew by 4.8 per cent during January-March period …
UAE economy grows 3% in Q1 2026 as non-oil sector contribution rises to 79.4%
UAE GDP grows 3% in Q1 2026 as non-oil sector reaches 79.4%, led by strong gains in finance, construction and technology, highlighting diversification and rising trade momentum …
UAE economy grows by 3% in Q1 2026 driven by strong non-oil sector performance
The figures reflect the continued strength of non-oil economic activities and the resilience of the national economy …
UAE GDP hits $132 billion in 2026 as 3% growth confirmed
The UAE’s real gross domestic product grew by 3% in the first quarter of 2026 to reach AED 485 billion at constant prices, while non-oil GDP grew by 4.8%, raising its contribution to 79.4% of the …
Dubai Police shut down 103 fake social media accounts in anti-fraud drive
Authorities say the takedowns were part of broader efforts to combat online scams, strengthen cybercrime prevention and improve public awareness.
Dubai Police Shut Down 103 Fake Social Media Accounts Used in Online Scam Operations
Dubai Police has dismantled 103 fraudulent social media accounts involved in online scam activities during the second quarter of the year as part …
Dubai Abu Dhabi highlights: UAE airlines revise travel rules for Iran citizens; Indian national injured by drone debris
The live updates to the blog are closed. Iran’s semi-official Mehr news agency reports that 400 ships are held at the Strait of Hormuz, waiting for permission from Iran to cross. It includes both …
L&T secures ultra-mega ADNOC Offshore order worth over ₹15,000 crore
The company’s offshore hydrocarbon arm will lead a consortium executing the project to develop and upgrade multiple facilities in West Asia …
Mintoak acquires Middle East-headquartered fintech ICC Loyalty
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mintoak, the payments and engagement OS for acquirers, today announced the acquisition of ICC Loyalty, expanding its footprint across the Middle East, …
Dubai startups offered $2,700 in savings under new founder scheme
Dubai startups and SMEs can access more than AED10,000 ($2,723) in first-year savings and benefits through a new founder finance initiative …
Tenants at Abu Dhabi’s famous centre for second-hand goods say high rents forcing them away
Al Yousuf Centre is a ‘home from home’ for Filipinos and people looking for bargains …
UAE salary increases to average 3.4% in 2026, says new survey
Recruitment consultants in the UAE say that organisations in the country are leaning more heavily on performance-based incentives and variable pay schemes …
Raj Thackeray vs Dubai dream: If India is booming, what’s pulling its rich to the Gulf?
An estimated 4.3 million to 4.4 million Indians live in the UAE, making up roughly 35% to 38% of its population.