HyperPay, a digital payment solutions provider in the UAE, has launched a new payment solution called ‘HyperTap’. This innovative ‘Tap on Phone’ technology allows smartphones to function as contactless point-of-sale (POS) terminals without the need for additional hardware. The company asserts that HyperTap enhances transaction experiences for both customers and merchants by providing a seamless,...
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, announced that the total value of Dubai’s endowment assets has reached AED 11.1 billion. This significant increase reflects the ongoing commitment of Dubai to enhance its endowment sector and...
In a significant advancement for the UAE’s real estate market, Tern Rewards has introduced the country’s first digital rental payment and rewards platform. This innovative service allows tenants to pay their rent using credit cards while earning double the rewards, transforming how tenants and landlords interact. By combining financial flexibility with modern technology, Tern Rewards...
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development and Egyptian government partners have launched a project to establish a five-star hotel in Egypt, with investments totaling 440 million dirhams, equivalent to approximately $120 million. This announcement was made during a project launch event in Cairo, accompanied by a press release. This initiative reflects the expanding investments of...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has announced that it secured the top spot in the UAE across ten disciplines, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. Notably, the university’s petroleum engineering program rose to seventh place globally, maintaining its position among the world’s top ten universities in this field for three...
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has signed a significant agreement worth three billion dollars with NBC Universal. This deal grants NBC the broadcasting rights for the Olympic Games in the United States until 2036. According to the IOC, this contract extends the current agreement with NBC by four years and represents a substantial contribution to...
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the First Deputy Ruler of Dubai and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, recently met with Michael Miebach, the CEO of Mastercard. The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships aimed at enhancing the digital economy and payment solutions in the UAE....
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, oversaw the swearing-in ceremony for eight new judges at Dubai Courts. This event highlights the continuous efforts of the Dubai government to enhance the judicial system and ensure justice is upheld effectively. During the...
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has announced the launch of a new instalment service aimed at easing the financial burden of litigation fees, notary services, and lawyer expenses for residents in the Abu Dhabi emirate. This initiative is part of ADJD’s ongoing efforts to improve the payment mechanisms for judicial fees and is set...
In 2025, Miral is set to significantly transform Abu Dhabi’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E) sector through a series of strategic initiatives. Building on its collaboration in 2022 with the Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau (ADCEB), which created the Joint Business Event Fund aimed at attracting high-profile business events, Miral is enhancing Yas...