Part of the Visa Intelligent Commerce portfolio, Intelligent Commerce Connect will enable more ways for agents to pay and merchants to accept agentic transactions in a single integration Currently in pilot with select partners including Aldar, AWS, Diddo, Highnote, Mesh, Payabli, Sumvin, and rolling out to more partners this year Amman, Jordan – Visa Inc. (NYSE: […]
Dubai Municipality launches the first-of-its-kind “Work from Park” initiative
In line with the Dubai 2040 Parks and Greenery Strategy The pioneering initiative transforms parks into integrated environments that support modern lifestyles and work patterns while enhancing economic productivity Memorandum of Cooperation with Group AMANA to design and develop the first “Work from Park” destination at Al Barsha Pond Park using modular construction solutions Collaboration […]
How to Raise a Child Who Thinks like an Investor?
Investor thinking rarely begins with markets. It begins with perspective. Most adults who eventually handle money calmly did not suddenly discover discipline at 25. They grew up around certain assumptions – that money has a job, that risk exists but can be managed, that ownership matters more than appearances, and that patience is often rewarded […]
ADX empowers entrepreneurs and investors at the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Group (ADX) has announced its collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Global Entrepreneurship Festival (ADGEF) as its “Capital Markets Partner” to advocate financial literacy, investment proficiency, and investment knowledge for the next generation of entrepreneurs and investors. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Nahyan bin […]
Singapore Gulf Bank launches Stablecoin Mint and Redeem Service
MANAMA, Bahrain: Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) today announced the launch of its stablecoin mint and redeem service. Corporate and high-net-worth clients can now convert between fiat and stablecoins directly from their SGB accounts, enabling instant, 24/7 settlement without relying on traditional correspondent banking flows. To support the launch, in a banking industry first, SGB will waive […]
Dubai-based Ray raises $1.2M to launch a powerbank-sharing service in Dubai and scale across the GCC
With millions of stations installed, markets like Asia Pacific are already saturated, making up an estimated 46.2% of the global market volume. The GCC remains at an early stage of development, creating an opportunity for new regional players. Dubai, the UAE – Ray, a powerbank-sharing service, announced its launch in Dubai and revealed it has raised […]
ruya unveils ‘Mastercard Cashback Credit Card’ redefining everyday rewards with fully Shariah compliant savings
Earn cashback on every purchase, including groceries, fuel, dining or online shopping, and redeem easily through ruya Mobile App. Terms and conditions apply Ajman, UAE: ruya, a digital-first Islamic bank that believes in empowering individuals, businesses and communities in the UAE to help achieve their goals in life, today announced the launch of the ruya Mastercard Cashback […]
Emirates NBD successfully executes $250mln Syndicated Term Loan facility for DAR Global
Dubai, UAE: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has announced the successful execution of a USD 250 million syndicated term loan facility (“Project Radium II”) for Dar Global plc, the London-listed luxury international real estate developer. Dar Global plc, which is majority owned by Dar Al […]
ADIB becomes UAE’s first bank licensed to operate as an open finance provider under the UAE’s Open Finance Altareq Initiative
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution, has become the first bank in the UAE to be licensed as a Third‑Party Provider (TPP) or Open Finance Provider under the UAE Central Bank Open Finance AlTareq initiative. This milestone marks a significant step in ADIB’s transformation journey and 2035 vision to […]
Barings opens office in Abu Dhabi to strengthen Middle East presence
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Barings, one of the world’s leading alternative investment managers, today announced the opening of its new office in Abu Dhabi. This strategic expansion underscores Barings’ commitment to the Middle East and its confidence in the region’s long-term growth, resilience, and investment opportunities. The Abu Dhabi office follows the successful launch of Barings’ […]