UAE and Saudi tax updates; Dubai viral chocolate maker interview, May petrol prices revealed, Trump Tower coming to Sheikh Zayed Road and more news stories …
Dubai draws Swiss family offices tired of tax and regulation
A confluence of factors from disclosure requirements to a potential 50 per cent wealth tax is weighing on the country …
DFSA Releases Innovation Testing Licence Guide Ahead of Dubai FinTech Summit
The Innovation Testing Licence offers firms the ability to test new products, services, and business models under controlled conditions with modified …
Trump’s Middle East Business Surge Prompts Conflict of Interest Attacks
A $2 billion UAE crypto deal using a Trump-branded stablecoin has intensified scrutiny over the president’s growing business ties to the Gulf state.
We Need to Talk About Emirates “New” Business Class
Join me on a journey with Emirates, flying on the Airbus A380-800 (Registration: A6-EOG) from Dubai to Hong Kong on flight EK380. **Chapters:** 00:00:00 – Changing my favorite Middle Eastern Airline …
Iraq and UAE strengthen economic ties at Dubai business forum
The second UAE-Iraq Business Forum, held on Thursday at Dubai’s Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel, marked a renewed push to boost commercial ties between the two nations. The […] …
Dubai real estate: Off-plan property sales surge 47% year-on-year in April
According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the total real estate transaction value in April reached AED46 billion …
You can now use Bitcoin to pay in this Dubai beach club
Crypto in the club, how times have changed, eh? Cryptocurrency, whether you understand it or not, is on the rise and you can now use it to pay for your visit to a popular beach club in Dubai. O Beach …
Sharjah explores cooperation with Guinean cities in higher education and civil aviation
The Sharjah Department of Government Relations (DGR) explored avenues for strengthening cooperation in higher education, civil aviation, and cultural exchange with a high-level Guinean delegation led …
Middle East travel industry responds to new US tariffs
Tourism industry stakeholders are cautiously assessing the long-term impact of the new tariffs announced by US president Trump on regional travel flows, corporate spending and outbound demand in the …
IHG brings Kimpton brand to UAE with 2026 Dubai debut
IHG Hotels & Resorts has entered into a management agreement with API Hotels & Resorts for the inaugural launch of a Kimpton brand hotel in the UAE. The opening of Kimpton Dubai is scheduled for the …
You can find the trending Dubai Bar at Hazel Hill Chocolate in Topeka
The pistachio filled, Dubai Bars have been trending since late last year. Topeka’s Hazel Hill owners said they don’t see the trend slowing down soon.
UAE-Africa trade surges as GCC eyes supply chain stability
With $53 billion in new Gulf investments in Africa and trade volumes soaring, the UAE is doubling down on economic diversification through regional partnerships. UAE-Africa trade surges as GCC eyes …
TOTO Tour 2025 is coming to Abu Dhabi next week
TOTO is bringing their highly anticipated TOTO Tour 2025 to Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on May 7. Whether you’ve had Africa on repeat for years or you’re just here for the legendary live show, …
Dubai startup taps VR to tackle global health crisis
A bold new Dubai startup is using VR to transform emotional healthcare at scale—blending tech, therapy, and innovation hub ambition in a bid to disrupt a $38 billion global crisis …
At a Dubai crypto conference, Trump’s conflicts take center stage
A deal for a state-backed Emirati firm to use a Trump-affiliated digital coin may generate hundreds of millions of dollars for the president and his family.
Dubai Financial Market achieves strong growth in Q1 of 2025 with net profit before tax of AED 134.9mln
DFM achieved the highest Average Daily Trading Value (ADTV) over a decade at AED 663 million, a 67% increase year-on-year …