The blockchain industry is on track to become the UAE’s second-biggest economic sector, behind energy, according to DeFi Technologies board member Chase Ergen.
Zand, Mastercard Partner on UAE Cross-Border Payments
Zand, a FinTech and financial services company powered by artificial intelligence and headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, is collaborating …
UAE expands taxes to target vaping and more sugary drinks – Yahoo
The UAE has long lured foreigners with the promise of a tax-free lifestyle, but after oil prices fell sharply in mid-2014 the government introduced a sweeping 5% value-added tax last year on most …
A win-win model for Hong Kong and Dubai
Submissions should not exceed 400 words, and must include your full name and address, plus a phone number for verification Hong Kong and Dubai share more than a global orientation – both are built on …
Road between Mleiha Road and Sharjah Ring Road to be closed from Friday
Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) announced that the roads connecting Mleiha Road and Sharjah Ring Road near the University Bridge, would be …
Sharjah Book Authority lays groundwork for SAC 2026 with strategic visit to Japan
A delegation from the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), led by Khoula Al Mujaini, Executive Director of SAC, has concluded a visit to Japan.The trip is part of SBA’s strategy to strengthen the Sharjah …
79th Indian Independence Day celebrated in Abu Dhabi, UAE
India’s 79th Independence Day was celebrated with great significance at the premises of the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. Indian ambassador Sanjay Sudhir hoisted the national …
MoHRE processes record 18m smart transactions as UAE pushes digital transformation
The UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) processed more than 18m smart transactions in the first half of 2025, underscoring its leadership in digital government services and its …
Dubai construction inspections surge 36% in 2025 as sustainability efforts hit new milestone
Dubai Municipality conducted 25,000 construction inspections in H1 2025, boosting safety, compliance, and green building across the emirate …
Dubai Customs Seize Over 6 Million Fake Cigarettes In 35-Tonne Bust
Dubai Customs has seized over 35 tonnes of counterfeit, smuggled, and non-compliant goods over the course of three months since the star …
The Decisive Path: A Chairman’s Blueprint for UAE Business Setup
The United Arab Emirates is still adding new companies at a brisk pace, but consultants who work in the sector say the difference between a smooth start and …
UAE corporate tax: Businesses will need to adapt for future legislative changes
In the world of tax, it is vital to be aware of contradictions that could occur. What starts out looking like an advantage could change with future legislation. When patching for shortfalls, it is the …
Dust, Clouds, and Rising Temperatures Expected: UAE Weather, August 15
The UAE will experience dusty and partly cloudy weather today, with a chance of convective clouds forming eastward by the afternoon. By night, cloud cover is expected to increase over eastern and …
DMDC announces Abu Dhabi expansion with luxury project at Four Seasons Residences
DMDC breaks new ground in the UAE’s capital, marking its evolution from a Dubai-focused firm to a regional powerhouse …
7 top things to do in Abu Dhabi when it’s foggy outside
Abu Dhabi kicked off the day in a blanket of thick fog, with the National Centre of Meteorology rolling out an early-morning alert for parts of Al Dhafra – including Ghiyathi, Bad Dafas and stretches …
Executive reshuffle to strengthen UAE-based Emrill’s service delivery
UAE-based integrated facilities management provider, Emrill, has promoted Thomas Friswell to support services director, appointing him to the company’s executive leadership team.
India and UAE forging a future built on shared vision and mutual growth
Despite the above differences, it is safe to state that the UAE and India may hold contrasting intrinsic differences, yet both nations exude a synergy of shared values and a vision for a bold future.