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'Hands, legs were shaking': Rs 78,00,00,000 lottery win for Nepali Security Guard in UAE, he plans to build a house and own Mahindra Thar

A Nepali security guard in Abu Dhabi has won a Dh30 million lottery jackpot. Tayab Khan and four friends pooled money for the winning ticket. Each friend receives Dh6 million. Khan dreams of buying a Mahindra Thar and a new house for his family. The win offers collective relief and…

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Binance Stock Trading Sees Strong First-Week Demand, With One in Four Users Under 25

ABU DHABI, UAE, June 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's leading blockchain infrastructure provider Binance today released first-week data from its newly launched stock trading offering. The data shows substantial early momentum and signs that lower investment thresholds are helping bring a broader population into equity markets for the first…

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The Gulf states are betting big on AI: who’s investing where?

Gulf states are now frontrunners in the AI race but competition will only intensify.

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Bybit TradFi Doubles Down on Zero-Fee Stock CFD Trading: 0 Commission + 0 Swap Fee

DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is making stock CFD trading completely free via Bybit TradFi from now until July 10, 2026. For a limited time, users can access over 380 global stock CFDs with zero commissions and zero swap…

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Bybit Launches Football Season 2026 Campaign With Up To $1 Million Prize Pool

DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of its Football Season 2026 campaign, a multi-stage trading and prediction event centered on the theme "The Pitch is Everywhere," where users can trade, predict and share a prize pool…

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Mantle Posts 27% RWA Growth in Q1 2026, Reaching $247.5M, According to Messari

DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mantle, the distribution layer for real-world assets connecting traditional finance and on-chain liquidity, today released its Q1 2026 ecosystem performance report. The quarter marked simultaneous advances on two strategic fronts: RWA TVL grew 27.4% quarter-over-quarter to $247.5M through integrations with Aave, Maple Finance…

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Byreal Launches Byreal Predict: An Onchain Prediction Market

DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Byreal, a decentralized exchange (DEX) incubated by Bybit and built for the Solana ecosystem, today announced the launch of Byreal Predict, an onchain prediction market that allows users to trade the outcomes of real-world sports events. Byreal Predict launches on June 9, 2026,…

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Bybit's Latest Proof-of-Reserves Shows More Than $16.5 Billion in Mainstream Assets

DUBAI, UAE, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has released its 36th Proof-of-Reserves (PoR) report, reflecting asset balances as of May 27, 2026, as mainstream asset value tops $16.5B. Independently verified by Hacken, the latest disclosure shows reserve ratios for key assets…

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UAE-based Nepali security guard wins Dh30m lottery jackpot with 4 friends; Plans new home for family

A Nepali security guard living in Abu Dhabi has become the first winner of The UAE Lottery's Lucky Day grand prize under its current jackpot format, turning a routine email check into a Dh30 million windfall.

The Times of India

Space42 Expands Earth Observation Capabilities as Three Foresight Satellites Enter Full Operation

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, June 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Space42, the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, today announced that the Foresight-3, Foresight-4, and Foresight-5 satellites are fully operational. This milestone advances the Foresight Earth Observation (EO) constellation, now comprising five Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites, enabling…

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‘We don’t know what we signed’: British father arrested and thrown into UAE jail, even after months of alleged torture, he doesn’t know why

Ryan’s case is being supported by Activist group and Law firm, Detained in Dubai.

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‘Senior lieutenant’ in Kinahan criminal cartel jailed for 24 years by Dublin court

Sean McGovern pleaded guilty to two charges relating to a deadly feud after being extradited from the UAE

The Guardian - UK

From selling vegetables in Mumbai to studying 18 hours a day: An inspiring journey from struggles to owning a ₹1 crore home at 21

Abhishek Vaishya's inspiring journey began at a Mumbai vegetable cart. He overcame humble beginnings in a small chawl to become a chartered accountant. Vaishya now leads a successful practice in Oman and the UAE. His early life involved waking up early to help his father sell vegetables. This dedication continued…

The Economic Times

UAE grants 3-day weekend to students, private sector and government employees for Islamic New Year

UAE residents will enjoy a public holiday on Monday, June 15, 2026, for the Islamic New Year. This official break, announced by FAHR and MoHRE, grants both public and private sector employees a three-day weekend. Schools and educational institutions will also observe the holiday, with normal operations resuming Tuesday.

The Times of India

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Desert-bred wheat from Sharjah outperforms global standards as demand grows for climate-resilient crops

SHARJAH, UAE, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharjah has achieved a breakthrough in desert wheat cultivation, producing plants with protein levels nearly twice the global soft-wheat average and yields above international benchmarks, a result that researchers say marks significant progress in crop breeding for arid regions. Second-generation plants from Sharjah's…

The Economic Times

UAE simplifies work permit system, expands categories to 13

The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has introduced new work permit reforms. These changes aim to accelerate hiring and simplify access to labour services. The ministry has expanded permit categories and reduced paperwork significantly. All services are now available digitally. This initiative supports faster transactions and enhances the…

Bangkok Post

Middle East conflict hits hard disk drive shipments

Thailand's hard disk drive (HDD) exports to the Middle East are expected to contract by 18% to US$79 million this year as the Iran conflict disrupts maritime shipping and weighs on regional trade, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).

The Times of India

Odisha single mother returns to India, reunites with daughters after years of being stranded in UAE

For nearly five years, three young girls in Odisha waited for their mother to return home. Their wait finally ended after a Facebook video, a legal intervention by the Odisha High Court, and a painstaking search by Indian officials in the UAE helped bring back Hasta Mahananda, a single mother…

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Bybit Launches IPO Express, Becoming One of First Centralized Crypto Exchanges to Offer Tokenized IPO Access, Starting With SpaceX

DUBAI, UAE, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the launch of Bybit IPO Express, becoming one of the first centralized crypto exchanges globally to offer tokenized IPO (initial public offerings) at the offering price. Powered by Payward Services' xStocks, eligible…

The Times of India

UAE suspends visas and bars entry for nationals of three countries amid Ebola precautions

The UAE has announced a temporary suspension of new visas for nationals of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan as authorities step up measures to prevent the spread of Ebola.

The Times of India

UAE's MoEI partners with 42 Abu Dhabi for AI hackathon to transform government services

The UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has partnered with 42 Abu Dhabi to launch a specialised Artificial Intelligence Hackathon aimed at creating technology-driven solutions to improve government services across key sectors.

The Economic Times

UAE nuclear plant attack 'serious compromise of nuclear safety': IAEA

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency has declared a recent drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant in the UAE a serious compromise of nuclear safety. The United Arab Emirates has blamed pro-Iran militants for the incident. The attack targeted an electricity facility, raising concerns about potential shutdowns.

International Business Times UK

TikTok Feud Turns Fatal: Indian Expat Killed in Sharjah After Digital War Spills Into The Streets

An Indian expatriate in the UAE was killed following a TikTok dispute that escalated into a violent confrontation. Authorities have arrested multiple suspects as investigations continue.

AAP

Bybit Deepens Regulatory Engagement with Vietnam Following High-Level Meeting with Deputy Prime Minister

DUBAI, UAE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam's responsible digital asset development following a high-level meeting between Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit, and Deputy Prime Minister Nguyễn Văn Thắng at the Government Headquarters in…

The Times of India

UAE makes history with launch of first ever licensed sports betting and iGaming platform

The United Arab Emirates has launched its first licensed online gaming platform, Play971. This marks a significant step in the country's regulated gaming industry. The platform offers sports wagering and internet gaming options. Users must be 21 and present in the UAE. This development signals a new era for regulated…

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