Abu Dhabi Targets Cross-Border Capital Flows in Push to Deepen Italy Ties
Abu Dhabi Seeks to Expand Cross-Border Capital Flows in Italy Push A high-level Abu Dhabi delegation led by ADGM has completed a series of meetings in Milan as part of efforts to strengthen financial and economic ties with Italy. The discussions brought together banks, asset managers, private equity firms and family offices, with a focus […]
Read MoreSahm Secures DFSA License, Expands Regulated Footprint into UAE
Sahm Secures DFSA License, Expands Regulated Footprint into the UAE Sahm, an investment services provider under Hong Kong-based Valuable Capital Group Limited (VCGL), has received a license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) for its UAE entity, Sahm Financial Limited. The approval allows the firm to establish regulated operations in the Dubai International Financial […]
Read MoreUAE Central Bank Enforces WhatsApp Banking Ban Over Security Risks
UAE Central Bank Bans WhatsApp for Banking Services Over Security Concerns The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has instructed banks and licensed financial institutions across the country to stop using WhatsApp and other instant messaging platforms for delivering financial services or collecting customer information. According to reporting cited by Khaleej Times, the regulator’s directive […]
Read MoreStake and ACE & Company Launch UAE Real Estate Liquidity Push
Stake and ACE & Company Partner to Expand UAE Real Estate Liquidity Options Stake, a MENA digital real estate investment platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with Switzerland-based investment group ACE & Company to develop liquidity solutions for investors in Stake products. ACE & Company manages more than US$2 billion in assets and brings […]
Read MoreSpeedinvest Launches First MEA Growth Fund to Back Early-Stage Startups
Speedinvest Launches First MEA Growth Fund to Support Early-Stage Startups European venture capital firm Speedinvest has launched its first flagship growth fund dedicated to early-stage companies across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), marking a broader push to deepen its presence in the region. The new fund will deploy capital alongside local teams and long-term […]
Read MoreDubai South Partners with Emirates NBD to Ease SME Access to Banking
Dubai South Partners with Emirates NBD to Improve SME Banking Access Dubai South has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Emirates NBD to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and improve access to banking services across the development. According to the announcement, the agreement is designed to make it easier for businesses operating in […]
Read MoreBurjX Adds Multi-Chain Stablecoin Rails Across Major Global Blockchains
BurjX Expands Multi-Chain Stablecoin Support Across Major Blockchains BurjX, a UAE-based digital asset brokerage and custodian licensed by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has expanded its platform to support stablecoin transfers across multiple blockchain networks within a regulated framework. The move adds broader connectivity for USDT and USDC […]
Read MoreDIFC to Embed AI Across Regulation and Operations as First AI-Native Hub
DIFC to Embed AI Across Regulation and Operations as First AI-Native Hub The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has announced plans to become the world’s first AI-native financial centre, with artificial intelligence set to be integrated across its legal, regulatory, operational and physical infrastructure. Rather than using AI as a standalone tool, DIFC said the […]
Read MoreAbu Dhabi and Shenzhen Sign New ADGM Agreement to Strengthen Collaboration
ADGM and Shenzhen’s Futian District Sign MoU to Expand Cross-Border Cooperation Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and the Futian District People’s Government of Shenzhen have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cross-border economic and financial collaboration. The agreement creates a framework for closer cooperation across a range of priority areas, including financial […]
Read MoreTabby Secures UAE Wallet License to Expand Financial Services
Tabby Secures UAE Wallet License to Broaden Financial Services Offering UAE-based fintech Tabby has obtained a Stored Value Facilities (SVF) license from the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), marking a significant step in its effort to expand beyond buy now, pay later (BNPL) services. The approval allows the company to hold customer funds and […]
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