Technology & AI
UAE Central Bank shuts down Omda Exchange, slaps $2.7m penalty
The Central Bank of the UAE has revoked the licence of Omda Exchange operating in the UAE, struck…
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Technology & AI
UAE to apply reverse VAT charge on scrap-metal trading from January 2026
The UAE will introduce a reverse charge mechanism for value-added tax (VAT) on scrap-metal trading between registered businesses…
Government & Policy
M&A in the Middle East surges 260% to $53bn as dealmakers drive energy and tech expansion
Middle Eastern mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity surged sharply in 2025, underlining the region’s growing strategic confidence and…
Government & Policy
EXCLUSIVE: Consistent crypto discipline beats hype – Alex Reinhardt
Crypto entrepreneur Alex Reinhardt has urged market participants to focus on long-term discipline rather than short-term hype, arguing…
Technology & AI
DFSA updates crypto token rules for firms operating in DIFC
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has issued updated rules governing the regulation of crypto tokens in the…
Technology & AI
UAE approves budget, outlines financial strategy for 2026
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has outlined priorities for the next phase of development…
Real Estate
Beyond Oil: Decoding the ‘Multiplier Effect’ of Dubai’s D33 Agenda on Global Private Capita
As the UAE shifts from a hydrocarbon economy to a global trade nexus, the AED 32 Trillion roadmap…
Government & Policy
E Point Zero completes 100% acquisition of Egypt’s Maseera Holding
E Point Zero Holding Limited, a subsidiary of 2PointZero Group, has informed the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)…
Government & Policy
DIFC joins global privacy forum to strengthen cross-border data governance
Dubai International Financial Centre has announced its membership of the Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules Forum, marking a significant…
Technology & AI
UAE announces updated Excise Tax rules
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Resolution No. (198) of 2025, amending certain…