Israel’s Cryptocurrency May Solve an Institutional Problem
Following in the footsteps of India, Russia, and Dubai, Israel is looking to launch its own national cryptocurrency. The…
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Wealthy 'take to the seas for unique experiences'
Wealthy Middle East travellers favour privacy, new experiences, and quality time with family above the offerings of traditional five-star resorts,…
It is Christmas in the Middle East and it looks spectacular
Though the majority of the countries are Muslim there are spectacular Christmas lights and celebrations as Jesus is a prophet…
Dubai has been named one of the world's top cities for luxury travel
The only place that topped it? Paris. Well, here’s one we could have told you ourselves. Dubai has been…
Turkey’s Islamic banks may need more capital to fund growth, says Fitch report
State-run Islamic banks in Turkey may need more capital support, according to a Fitch Ratings report. “Further capital injections…
Berlin sees ‘smart’ Brexit deal as model for Turkey
Sigmar Gabriel, Germany’s foreign minister, has said a “smart” Brexit deal between Britain and the EU could become a template…
Economic year in review: UAE weathers challenges
Lower oil prices once again were the dominant theme for the UAE’s economy in 2017, even as the country was…
Registered kuwaitis still not working statistics
Statistics issued by Manpower and Government Restructuring Program has revealed about 4,512 Kuwaiti holders of degree and diploma certificates who…
Qatar: Year in Review 2017
Qatar’s economy maintained steady growth throughout 2017, with forecasts of a stronger year to come as efforts to boost self-sufficiency…
Dubai Sheikh's Buyout Firm Is Said to Reach $1 Billion Debt Deal
Dubai International Capital LLC reached an agreement with banks to roll over a loan of about $1 billion, according to…
Maltese law firm confirms Erdoğan company offshore bank account
How do you set up an offshore bank account when your business is connected to the most powerful political figure…
Islamic finance is becoming so attractive that even non-Muslims want in
Islamic finance has traditionally been dominated by Muslim-majority countries in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Now much of the…