RIQ is the official name for IHC BlackRock and Lunate's reinsurance platform in ADGM Image ADGM

RIQ: IHC names new AI-native reinsurance platform

RIQ is supported by more than $1bn in initial equity commitments and is targeting over $10bn in liabilities

Trump reports more than $600m in income from crypto, golf, licensing fees

Trump reports over $600m in income from crypto, golf, licensing fees

According to reports, a meme coin released earlier this year by the president — $TRUMP — alone has earned an estimated $320m in fees

Dubai’s second tokenised property fully funded in under 2 minutes

The offering attracted 149 investors from 35 nationalities, pushing the waiting list to more than 10,700 individuals

Binance withdraws Abu Dhabi licence application

Binance launches in Syria: What users need to know

Binance, which holds 21 regulatory licenses worldwide, will enable Syrian users to access a full suite of crypto services

EU to remove UAE from AML/CFT 'high-risk' list, adds Algeria, Lebanon

EU to remove UAE from AML/CFT ‘high-risk’ list, adds Algeria, Lebanon

The UAE will be delisted alongside Barbados, Gibraltar, Jamaica, Panama, the Philippines, Senegal, and Uganda

Nettlestone Capital Advisors launches in DIFC

Nettlestone Capital Advisors launches in DIFC

Nettlestone is among the few firms in the DIFC offering fundraising services tailored to alternative and specialist managers targeting Gulf-based investors

Syed Muhammad Ali od MyZoi shares how tech is reshaping financial access in the GCC

Banking on inclusion: How tech is reshaping financial access in the GCC

Governments, regulators, fintech innovators, employers and civil society must work together to ensure that no one is left behind, says MyZoi’s CEO

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset by Saad Naja

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset

By offering scalable, adaptive tools that cater to all levels of traders, AI trader agents aim to bridge the gap between access and expertise — empowering users to trade smarter, not harder

Abu Dhabi: ADGM assets under management show 33% YoY rise in Q1

Abu Dhabi: ADGM assets under management show 33% YoY rise in Q1

The number of fund and asset managers at ADGM grew to 119 managing 184 funds in Q1

Bridging Dubai and Singapore: A private banking mission in a changing world

As wealth in the Gulf rises and client expectations shift, Bank of Singapore’s head of private banking for Europe and the Middle East, Ranjit Khanna, is further strengthening the financial institution’s operation in Dubai

UAE SMEs optinistic despite economic pressures show RAKBANK index image for illustrative purposes Getty Images

UAE SMEs remain optimistic amid economic pressures, reveals RAKBANK index

The findings of RAKBANK’s index are based on responses from over 1,200 SMEs across the UAE, surveyed between October and December 2024

Indonesia’s $2.35bn Sukuk listed on Nasdaq Dubai

Nasdaq Dubai welcomes Mashreq’s $500m Sukuk listing

Nasdaq Dubai welcomed Mashreq’s (“Mashreq” or “the Bank”) debut listing on the exchange with the…

Rising insurance premiums impact UAE consumer spending- Image courtesy WAM

Rising insurance premiums reshape UAE consumer spending, NIQ report shows

According to the report, over half of surveyed consumers reported an increase in insurance premiums, with more than 80 per cent expecting further hikes —particularly in the auto sector

PureHealth drives insurance business growth with Daman’s entry into Property and Casualty insurance market

PureHealth expands Daman into property and casualty insurance

As part of this evolution, Daman will adopt a new legal name: The National Insurance Company – Daman

ANAX Capital: Tabinda Sanpal's vision for transparent trading debuts in UAE

ANAX Capital: Tabinda Sanpal’s vision for transparent trading debuts in UAE

With a capital base of Dhs30m, the category 1 SCA-licenced firm aims to empower traders with reliable technology and a client-first approach

MENA M&A activity surges in Q1 2025 with $46bn in deals: EY

MENA M&A activity surges in Q1 2025 with $46bn in deals: EY

The MENA deal markets remained resilient despite lack of clarity on two fronts: the impact of monetary policy on cost of capital and the ongoing tariff and trade discussion, said EY

ADGM FSRA fines 23 entities for tax regualtion breach Image ADGM

ADGM’s FSRA fines 23 entities for international tax regulation breach

The CRS and FATCA frameworks are part of international efforts to enhance tax transparency and combat global tax evasion

Dubai issues new guidelines to ensure accountability in public finances

Dubai issues new guidelines to ensure accountability in public finances

The decision applies to all employees and senior officials — including CEOs and those in higher executive positions — within entities falling under the authority’s jurisdiction

The co-head of Investment Banking at EFG Hermes shares the outlook for IPOs and other key investment trends across the region

EFG Hermes’ Karim Meleka sees IPO, infrastructure momentum in MENA amid reforms

The co-head of Investment Banking at EFG Hermes shares the outlook for IPOs and other key investment trends across the region

EFG Holding posts resilient Q1 '25 results despite FX impact

EFG Holding posts resilient Q1 ’25 results despite FX impact

Adjusted for foreign exchange effects, revenues grew 31 per cent YoY, underscoring strong operational momentum across its core businesses

UAE's MoIAT inks deals with banks for Dhs40bn to boost industrial growth

UAE’s MoIAT inks deals with banks for over Dhs40bn to boost industrial growth

The participating banks include First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Emirates NBD, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), and Wio Bank

Emirates Development Bank launches Dhs1bn growth fund to boost UAE SMEs

Emirates Development Bank launches Dhs1bn growth fund to boost UAE SMEs

By supporting high-potential SMEs in line with the UAE’s diversification agenda, EGF aims to enhance industrial capacity, stimulate job creation, and contribute to the country’s economy

Finastra to sell treasury and capital markets unit to Apax Funds

Finastra to sell treasury and capital markets unit to Apax Funds

The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, pending customary closing conditions and employee consultations

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Dubai Holding increases Residential REIT IPO to 15% of issued unit capital

Based on revised offering size, it is seeking to raise up to Dh2.15bn ($585.45m), the company said

IPO news: United Carton Industries retail tranche oversubscribed 8.91 times

IPO news: United Carton Industries retail tranche oversubscribed 8.91 times

The final offer price was set at SAR 50 per share — the top of the previously announced price range — implying a market capitalisation of SAR2bn

Dubai Finance, DIFC sign MoU to advance cashless strategy

Dubai Finance, DIFC sign MoU to advance cashless strategy

The MoU supports innovation programmes and accelerators aimed at developing advanced, accessible, and efficient digital financial solutions

Masdar issues green bond its third issuance Image courtesy Masdar

Masdar issues $1bn green bond, brings total programme to $2.75bn

In 2024, Masdar also secured $6bn in non-recourse financing to develop more than 11 GW of clean energy capacity across 12 new projects in nine countries

China’s top investment bank CICC opens branch in Dubai’s DIFC

Chinese investment bank CICC opens branch in Dubai’s DIFC

CICC is positioning the new Dubai branch as a two-way investment banking gateway between China and the Gulf region

Building on data: How e&'s Dr Karim Bennis is powering its financial success story

Building on data: How e&’s Dr Karim Bennis is powering its financial success

e&’s group CFO shares how strategic monetisation, bold reinvestment, and financial discipline are accelerating its evolution and expansion globally

Hassana, Franklin Templeton ink $150m MoU to boost Saudi private credit market

Hassana, Franklin Templeton ink $150m MoU to boost Saudi private credit market

Hassana, which manages more than SAR1.2tn ($320bn in assets, is one of the region’s largest institutional investors