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UAE · READ · 1 JUN 2026

Invest in Sharjah (FDI Office) and PWC Boost Investment Amid Global Economic Shifts

Public and private sector leaders identify new growth opportunities as Sharjah records strong FDI, logistics, and real estate performance.

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What Every UAE Fintech Should Know About the UAE Stablecoin Framework

31 MAY 2026

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New Horizons Expands to 27 Global Markets – Strengthening Global Opportunities for Dubai Businesses

31 MAY 2026

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Mastercard Launches Lighthouse Programme in UAE for AI and Fintech Startups

The accelerator programme will connect emerging AI and fintech startups with financial institutions to drive innovation, commercialisation, and ecosystem growth.

31 MAY 2026

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UAE and Austria Explore New Trade and Investment Partnerships

New economic dialogue platform and investment initiatives aim to deepen bilateral trade, innovation, and private-sector collaboration.

30 MAY 2026

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Dubai Maritime City Inaugurates AED160 Million Maritime Business Centre 2

The new Grade A commercial tower expands office capacity within Dubai Maritime City, with 78% of space leased before opening.

30 MAY 2026

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Zand and DWTC Free Zone Partner to Expand Digital Banking Access

The partnership aims to streamline banking access and support digital transformation for companies operating within the DWTC Free Zone.

29 MAY 2026

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Qashio and NEXA AI Lab Launch Partnership to Automate Finance Workflows in the UAE

The partnership aims to accelerate AI adoption across UAE finance teams through AI-powered automation and smarter financial operations.

26 MAY 2026

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UAE Cyber Security Council Partners with QuantumGate to Launch Crypto Discovery Tool

The Abu Dhabi-developed platform will support the UAE’s transition toward quantum-safe cybersecurity and post-quantum cryptography readiness.

26 MAY 2026

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Cantor Receives ADGM Approval for Regulated Financial Activities in Abu Dhabi

The approval strengthens Cantor’s Middle East expansion strategy as global financial institutions deepen their presence in Abu Dhabi.

21 MAY 2026

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Visa Launches Agent Readiness Program in UAE to Advance AI Commerce

The initiative will help UAE financial institutions prepare for AI agent-led digital payments and next-generation commerce experiences.

21 MAY 2026

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Lianlian Secures DFSA License to Expand Cross-Border Payments from DIFC

Lianlian secures a DFSA payment services license to expand regulated cross-border payments and settlement services from DIFC across the Middle East.

21 MAY 2026

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ADGM Sees 57% AUM Growth as Active Licenses Exceed 13,350 in Q1 2026

ADGM reports 57% AUM growth in Q1 2026 as active licenses surpass 13,350, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s rise as a global financial hub.

21 MAY 2026

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Mal Secures CBUAE In-Principle Approval to Launch AI-Native Islamic Digital Bank in UAE

Mal secures CBUAE in-principle approval to launch an AI-native Islamic digital bank in the UAE, backed by a $230m seed funding round.

19 MAY 2026

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Deem Finance and Yusr Automotive BNPL UAE Partnership to Expand Embedded Finance

Deem Finance and Yusr partner to launch automotive BNPL in the UAE, combining regulated finance infrastructure with embedded fintech solutions.

19 MAY 2026