Global trade is expected to grow in 2025 despite threats by US President Donald Trump to impose new import tariffs, UAE’s minister of state for foreign trade Thani Al Zeyoudi has said. The momentum in …
How Dubai and Singapore compare for business and a luxury lifestyle, according to an entrepreneur
Alessandro Palombo told BI Dubai and Singapore are both great cities for doing business but a luxury lifestyle can look very different in each hub.
IMF projects UAE economic growth to remain around 4 pct in 2025
ABU DHABI, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to maintain an economic growth of around 4 percent in 2025.
The UAE Signals a Strategic Realignment as Trump Returns to Office
The UAE’s LNG expansion plans and recent deals with Germany suggest a potential realignment towards the US after a period of strained relations.
World Finance Council Announces WFC Fintech 2025 Dubai: Redefining The Future Of Finance And Technology
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, January 23, 2025 /EINPresswire / — The World Finance Council proudly unveils the highly anticipated WFC Fintech …
UAE strengthens its role as Africa’s leading investor Business Africa
The UAE has become Africa’s leading investor, pouring billions into renewable energy, infrastructure, and other critical sectors and despite regional challenges such as inflation and climate concerns, …
Dubai’s blockchain revolution in 2024: Growth and challenges explained
The UAE’s proactive approach to blockchain and crypto innovation drove record-breaking growth in 2024. Here is how Dubai has been innovating and spearheading growth in the sector.
Abu Dhabi’s MGX Helps Bankroll Trump’s $100 Billion AI Plan
A day after his inauguration as US President, Donald Trump unveiled a $100 billion venture to fund artificial intelligence infrastructure, backed by three of the biggest names in tech – OpenAI, …
Oraseya Capital Tops The List of Most Active UAE-Based Investors in 2024
Oraseya Capital invests in pre-seed stage to Series B investment-ready startups in high-potential sectors such as AI, proptech, fintech, and cleantech.
Open banking fuels GCC fintech boom as UAE, Saudi lead regional growth surge
The open banking payments volume in the GCC is projected to quadruple to over $930 billion by 2028 from $230 billion in 2023 amidst all the member countries running real-time payment programmes …
Deadline demanded in Telegraph sale after Abu Dhabi fund urges cuts
Lisa Nandy, Culture Secretary, must set a deadline for a sale of The Telegraph by an Abu Dhabi fund after it made a “very concerning” call for budget cuts, Sir Ed Davey has demanded.
Abu Dhabi Global Health Week to take place on April 15
Dr. Noura Khamis Al Ghaithi, Undersecretary of DoH, said, “Abu Dhabi Global Health Week demonstrates our commitment to driving impactful change in the global healthcare landscape. Together, we aim to …
Fintech Paymob Granted Retail Payment Services License by Central Bank of the UAE
Paymob, the financial services enabler in MENA-P, announces it has been granted the Retail Payment Services License by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) after meeting all regulatory conditions and …
Income tax ‘not on the table’ says UAE minister
The UAE has no plans to introduce income tax, economy minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri has said, dismissing speculation the country was in discussions to end its traditional tax-free status.
ICAEW and PwC Academy collaborate to launch a UAE-Specific Pathway for tax and finance professionals
This collaboration integrates two leading qualifications with a UAE focus and international recognition, accelerating career growth for the region’s finance professionals …
UAE’s NMDC Energy opens advanced fabrication yard in Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia
NMDC Energy, a provider of engineering, procurement and construction services for offshore and onshore energy clients, opened an advanced fabrication yard in Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia. The new …
Dubai Investment Fund to Launch Support Program for African Fintech Startups
The Dubai Investment Fund (DIF), one of the Middle East’s largest independent investment funds, is reportedly launching a new program to support African fintech startups.