Author: Editorial team
ABU DHABI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) has achieved a 98% compliance rate for the disclosure of the audited annual financial statements for 2025, reinforcing its commitment to the highest standards of market integrity and transparency. As a leading financial marketplace driving opportunity and growth, this achievement underscores a market environment built on trust and engagement. This supportive operating environment helped listed companies extend their sustained growth, as total net profit increased 17% year on year to over AED 200 billion, demonstrating a clear link between rigorous governance and robust economic performance. A total…
DUBAI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has launched Majlis Al Mustaqbal, a new entrepreneurship programme designed to empower aspiring youth entrepreneurs and support the development of innovative, impact-driven ideas. The initiative offers a structured, hands-on environment where participants collaborate, form teams, access mentorship, and transform concepts into investor-ready pitches. The first edition of Majlis Al Mustaqbal will take place from 28-30 April 2026 at Dubai Founders HQ, bringing participants together with industry experts, mentors, and government professionals…
The UAE has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2029 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with the landmark gathering set to take place in Abu Dhabi. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, made the announcement on social media platform X. He described the decision as a strong global vote of confidence in the UAE’s financial standing, economic capabilities and the efficiency of its institutions. “These global meetings, which bring together central bank governors and finance ministers from 190 countries, represent a key platform…
A structured approach to safeguarding assets and ensuring long-term family security in the country Published: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 5:00 PM The Middle East is experiencing its most volatile period in years. Tensions between regional powers have escalated in ways that few anticipated, and for the millions of expatriates living and working in the UAE, one question has never felt more urgent: if something happened to you tomorrow, what would become of everything you have built here? Why uncertainty makes a UAE will urgent right now Most people postpone estate planning for the same reason. Life feels manageable, the future…
WASHINGTON, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — Google has launched a new update to its artificial intelligence chatbot “Gemini”, enabling the creation of 3D models and dynamic simulations. In a statement, the company said the new feature allows users to rotate generated models and adjust their elements via control sliders, or input different values to modify simulation behaviour in real time. Users can also zoom in and interact with models from multiple angles, enhancing understanding of complex scientific concepts. The update includes advanced live simulation features, allowing the AI to transform technical data and documents into visual interfaces and mini-applications, while…
DUBAI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Boxing Federation announced that boxer Moaaz Wael Mohamed will compete at the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026, becoming the first Emirati boxer to represent the country at an Olympic event. Moaaz will compete in the 70 kg category. Anas Nasser Al Otaiba, President of the UAE Boxing Federation, said that Moaaz’s selection marked a milestone for boxing in the UAE and reflected the development of the sport at the national level. He added that participation in Dakar 2026 reflects the progress of the national programme and its growing ability to produce athletes…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] Residents across the UAE have begun raising the national flag above villas, shopfronts and neighbourhood buildings, answering Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s call to let the banner fly “above every home and building” as a symbol of unity, loyalty and love for the country. The public response has played out both on the ground and online, with citizens and expatriates sharing photos and videos of fluttering UAE flags across residential communities and commercial areas. For many, the gesture has become a…
ABU DHABI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE chaired the 17th meeting of the Metrology Council (MC) of the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC). Held via videoconference, the meeting brought together representatives from 57 Member States, along with regional and international partner organisations. The meeting was chaired by Saeed Al Mehairi, Executive Director of the Emirates Metrology Institute (EMI) and Chairman of the SMIIC MC. Discussions focused on key strategic priorities shaping the future of metrology systems across Islamic countries. Major agenda items included the endorsement of the MC Strategy, monitoring progress on the current action…
The licenses represent a major milestone in XTB’s regional growth in the Middle East, strengthening its ability to support local investors under UAE regulations Published: Fri 10 Apr 2026, 1:30 PM XTB, a publicly listed global investment app, has received Category 1 and Category 2 licences from the UAE’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) for its UAE subsidiary. The licenses position XTB as a leading broker in the Middle East, allowing it to offer local investors not only the full brokerage range but also more advanced investment products in the future. The licenses represent a major milestone in XTB’s regional growth…
ABU DHABI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — The CEOs Advisory Council of the UAE Banks Federation (UBF) held its first quarterly meeting, chaired by Abdulaziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of UBF, to review the banking and financial sector’s performance, and discuss developments, initiatives, and plans of UBF to develop the financial and banking sector. The meeting commended the Comprehensive Financial Institution Resilience Package, approved by the Board of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE), chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the…