Dubai Holding Real Estate and ADIB launch Sharia-compliant dual-track home financing for Nakheel, Meraas and Dubai Properties, covering off-plan and completed homes across Dubai …
Dubai issues over 167,000 golden visas to families of skilled professionals
Dubai has issued over 167,000 Golden Visas to families of specialized professionals since 2021, underscoring its commitment to attracting global talent and long-term residents. The emirate is …
Sheikh Mohammed visits Dubai cafe founded by Emirati entrepreneur
Cherry House described the visit from the Dubai Ruler as “the beginning of something special” after sharing photos online …
Crypto.com secures UAE license for government crypto payments
Regulatory milestone: Crypto.com received a Stored Value Facilities license from the UAE Central Bank, allowing crypto payments for Dubai government fees. Exclusive service: It becomes the only VASP …
Sharjah and Oman to open logistics route
In response to ongoing disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz, Sharjah and Oman have officially launched a new logistics corridor to facilitate smoother movement of goods by sea and land. The initiative …
Dubai eases real-estate visa norms: should investors buy amid West Asia conflict?
The new visa rules improve accessibility but investment decisions should not be driven solely by residency benefits, say experts. Investors should evaluate projects based on developer credibility, …
UAE blames Iran for drone strike that caused fire at nuclear plant in Abu Dhabi
A drone strike near the Barakah nuclear plant in Abu Dhabi sparked a fire on Sunday, which UAE officials called a “dangerous escalation.” …
Abu Dhabi-based fintech Mal secures in-principle approval for banking license from Central Bank of the UAE
Abu Dhabi-headquartered Mal.ai has received in-principle approval from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) to establish a licensed bank.The approval, granted following a rigorous and highly selective …
Dubai real estate resilient as buyer and agent activity remain strong, top areas revealed
Bayut and dubizzle data shows Dubai property activity recovering strongly, with buyer demand, agent engagement and enquiries rebounding …
Drone strikes UAE nuclear plant highlighting risk of renewed war
A drone strike sparked a fire on the edge of the United Arab Emirates’ sole nuclear power plant on Sunday in what authorities called an “unprovoked terrorist attack.” …
UAE’s Mal secures central bank approval to launch AI-native Islamic digital bank targeting $7tn market
It comes months after Mal raised $230m (AED844m) in a seed funding round, which the company said was the largest fintech seed raise in Middle East and Africa history.
Sharjah’s SEWA advances 29-km water network extension project
SHARJAH: As part of efforts to complete major water projects in record time across Sharjah, Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is intensifying work on a major water network extension …
Sharjah’s SEWA advances 29-km water network extension project
SHARJAH: As part of efforts to complete major water projects in record time across Sharjah, Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) is intensifying work on a major water network extension …
Iran, US-Israel war LIVE updates: India condemns strike near UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant; Abu Dhabi warns Tehran of retaliation over ‘unprovoked attacks’
Tensions in the Middle East remain high as Donald Trump warns Iran to “move fast” towards a deal while Tehran says it still distrusts the US. Israel has intensified strikes in Lebanon and Gaza, the …
‘Dangerous escalation’: India condemns drone strike near UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant, urges restraint
In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs urged all sides to exercise restraint and return to dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further tensions.
Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant
By Florence Tan SINGAPORE, May 18 (Reuters) – Oil prices extended gains on Monday as efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appeared to have stalled, after a nuclear power plant in the United …
Dubai set for slower Eid al Adha airport traffic
Passenger traffic through Dubai International Airport (DXB) could fall as much as a quarter during this year’s Eid Al Adha holiday compared with 2025, as the Iran conflict weighs on regional aviation.