Travellers can download the Mashreq NEO app, complete passport-based eKYC verification, activate a virtual account within minutes …
Flying to the UAE? Mashreq now offers a digital banking account for visitors
Mashreq said the service was developed in collaboration with UAE regulators, the Central Bank of the UAE, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), Emirates Fac …
India, UAE central banks said to hold talks on FX deposit issues
India and the UAE central banks have discussed regulatory hurdles affecting India’s drive to attract foreign-currency deposits from NRIs in the Gulf. The talks come as Indian banks seek up to $50 …
Dubai’s Emirates NBD becomes first regional bank for real-time blockchain dollar payments
Lender launches instant US dollar settlement through Partior’s blockchain network, with J.P. Morgan acting as settlement bank in the first phase of a wider global rollout.
Dubai’s property boom slows into a ‘more selective phase’ after Iran conflict
Residential prices declined 4-7% during February-April conflict. Dubai recorded residential transactions worth AED 225.7 billion in the first six months of 2026, a 16% decline from the year-ago period …
India tops global online interest in Dubai property, says new report
New data by fäm Properties shows India accounted for more than one in five international online property searches over the past three months, ahead of the UK and Egypt …
Dubai rental market enters a new phase of sustainable growth as monthly contracts hit all-time high, says W Capital
More than 40,000 rental contracts in a single month confirm Dubai has become a destination for living, working, and investing …
India, UK and Egypt dominate Dubai property search rankings
The findings provide an early indication of where buyer demand may be building, although the company stressed that online search activity should not be interpreted as a direct measure of future transa …
After renting in Dubai for 15 years, is buying now finally cheaper? The five numbers every tenant should calculate
Owning a home in Dubai is a dream for many residents. With rents continuing to rise and long-term residency becoming more common, many long-term tenants in Dubai are considering buying a home.
Dubai rolls out free Wi-Fi across public bus stations
Your commute just got a major upgrade. Free Wi-Fi is now live across Dubai’s bus and marine stations, so whether you’re catching up on your group chat, planning …
Sharjah real estate transactions reach Dhs29.5b in first half of year
The total value of real estate sector transactions in Sharjah reached approximately Dhs29.5 billion during the first half of 2026, marking a 9.3 per …
Emaar Hospitality Group opening its first 5-star hotel in Sharjah
Sharjah, UAE – July 2026 – Emaar Hospitality Group is set to introduce Vida Aljada later this year, bringing a fresh lifestyle hospitality experience to Aljada.Vida Aljada marks a significant …
Fifa World Cup final in Abu Dhabi: 10 places to watch the biggest match on July 19
From fan zones and sports bars to luxury hotels and cinemas, here are the best places to catch football’s biggest night in the capital …
Abu Dhabi court orders truck driver to pay company Dh89,080 for red-light accident
An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a truck driver to pay Dh89,080 in compensation to his employer for damages resulting from a traffic accident he caused when he ran a red light. The court rejected the …
Revolut wins preliminary approval for UAE crypto licence
Revolut has 75 million customers globally, and it is set to become a major player in the UAE crypto space after receiving in-principle approval from VARA.
Revolut lands initial Dubai crypto licence approval
Fintech giant receives in-principle approval from Dubai’s VARA to provide regulated virtual asset services, marking another step in its expansion in the UAE …
Revolut receives in-principle approval to provide crypto services in UAE
Revolut has secured in-principle approval for its Virtual Assets Service Provider (VASP) Licence from the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai …