Dubai financial regulator appoints new chief executive
Dubai Financial Services Authority, the emirate’s financial services regulator, appointed a new chief executive to replace Ian Johnston who will…
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Egypt seeks sovereign wealth fund boss
Egypt is looking to hire a chief executive for its new sovereign wealth fund as it seeks to attract more…
Andersen Global Continues Expansion in Middle East
Zalloum & Laswi, a prominent law firm with a presence in Amman, Jordan, has signed a Collaboration Agreement with Andersen…
Mashreq Bank implements solutions that use AI and machine learning
UAE-based private bank Mashreq Bank has partnered with Virtusa to implement Blue Prism’s Digital Workforce to drive innovation, increase productivity,…
UAE to begin VAT refund scheme for tourists from November
The UAE will begin implementing a new VAT refund system for millions of tourists from November, according to local media…
Corporate governance in the UAE
While levels of sophistication vary, there has been a real focus on implementation and the enforcement of laws and requirements…
Abu Dhabi Ports, Kizad in China to woo investors
A high-level delegation from Abu Dhabi Ports and Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD) recently visited Nanjing, China, to discuss…
Saudi group seeks to stop banks claiming assets after default
Ahmad Hamad Algosaibi & Brothers Co will seek to prevent Arab National Bank and another lender from claiming assets of…
BBK signs financing deal with Eagle Hills
BBK has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Eagle Hills Diyar, under which the bank will provide mortgage financing to…
UK and Israel forge closer links to foster fintech and cyber security innovation
TheCityUK and City TLV of Israel have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding to bolster FinTech and cyber security cooperation…
Saudi Wealth Fund to Sign $11 Billion Loan
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund will sign an $11 billion loan this week, marking its first-ever borrowing, according to people…
U.A.E. Market Regulator Launches Fintech Controls Targeting Cryptocurrencies
Earlier this year, the U.A.E.’s market regulator issued a warning to investors about initial coin offerings, or ICOs, a new…