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UAE announces public holiday for Islamic New Year, three-day weekend for employees

The United Arab Emirates has declared Monday, June 15, a public holiday for both government employees and private sector workers to mark the Hijri New Year 1448.

The Times of India

Bybit Becomes First Major Crypto Exchange to Integrate Western Union's USDPT Stablecoin, Bridging Two Financial Worlds Through One Stablecoin

DUBAI, UAE, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, and Western Union, the global money transfer network, today announced that its users can now access USDPT, a US dollar–denominated stablecoin issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, N.A. on the Solana blockchain, via Bybit's fiat…

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'Tadej watched the Giro and saw how good Jonas Vingegaard was' - UAE Team Emirates-XRG 'ready to race hard' in Tour de France

Manager Mauro Gianetti suggests Giro could have been a 'very different race' without the loss of João Almeida, Adam Yates and Jay Vine

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Vantage Markets Strengthens UAE and MENA Market Engagement with Trust Led Regional Strategy

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets today announced a strengthened UAE and MENA market engagement strategy, outlining a trust led regional direction focused on transparency, trader education, responsible market access and long-term participation in one of the world's fastest evolving financial hubs. "The UAE is one…

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Drone attack on UAE's Barakah more dangerous than Zaporizhzhia, IAEA chief tells Euronews

Rafael Grossi told Euronews the drone strike on the operating UAE nuclear plant posed greater risks than Zaporizhzhia because its reactors were live at the time of the attack, warning that tonnes of nuclear material could have triggered a radiological accident with "very, very serious consequences".

Euronews

Gulf expat reactions to Iran war show us how countries like UAE instil loyalty in western migrants

When the US and Israel launched their strikes on Iran on February 28 and Iran retaliated by targeting the Gulf Arab states, I was closely monitoring social media accounts from the region. I research Middle East politics, with a focus on the Gulf, and the social media platforms I use…

The Conversation

DAMAC Digital reaches 6,000MW planned IT capacity landbank across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East

CANNES, France and DUBAI, UAE, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DAMAC Digital, a global digital infrastructure provider owned by DAMAC Group, has announced that its planned IT capacity landbank has reached 6,000MW across 13 countries and a planned portfolio of 35+ sites. The company is on a trajectory of global…

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The U.S. and Europe feared the Iran conflict would curtail the Gulf's appetite for global investments. The opposite is true

The five biggest spenders–split across Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar–collectively spent almost $26 billion during March, April and May.

Fortune

Gulf states arrested over 1,000 for Iran war social media posts: Amnesty

More than 1,000 people have been arrested across Gulf states for sharing information or opinions related to the Iran-US-Israeli war, in what Amnesty International has described as a “widespread crackdown” on freedom of expression.

Radio France Internationale

Property prices are down in Dubai. Is it a war-induced blip, or something more serious?

Dubai’s real estate market has often defied expectations.

Fortune

Binance Launches U.S. Stocks Trading and Previews bStocks Tokenized Securities

ABU DHABI, UAE, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Binance today introduced U.S. equities trading, giving eligible users access to more than 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs. The launch reflects Binance's belief that financial inclusion grows meaningfully when access to opportunities becomes simpler and more integrated. Binance will also soon introduce…

AAP

The Iran conflict has disrupted oil supply. Gulf states are now looking to multi-billion-dollar investments in renewables

The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has triggered the largest oil supply disruption in history, accelerating Gulf diversification efforts and promoting major new investments.

Fortune

African EV platform Spiro raises $215M in equity to scale electric mobility and energy infrastructure across Africa

DUBAI, UAE, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Scaling Africa's next-generation mobility and energy ecosystem Spiro announces a $215M investment round to accelerate the deployment of its electric mobility and battery-swapping infrastructure across Africa. Building on the support of long-standing institutional partners such as FEDA, Spiro's latest equity round draws global…

AAP

Further & 3iQ Expand Alpha Digital Fund with New USD Class II, Combining BTC Exposure with Alpha

ABU DHABI, UAE and TORONTO, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Further Asset Management ("Further"), a UAE-based digital asset investment manager, in partnership with 3iQ Corp. ("3iQ"), a global pioneer in digital asset investment solutions, today announced the introduction of USD Class II, a new share class of the Further x…

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The Times of India

UAE announces June 2026 fuel prices as petrol jumps 8% to Dh3.95 per litre, highest level in nearly 4 years

UAE motorists are facing significantly higher petrol prices in June 2026, marking the fourth consecutive monthly increase. This surge, driven by international energy market volatility and Middle East shipping disruptions, pushes Super 98 to Dh3.95 per litre. While diesel prices have fallen, petrol users face continued pressure as summer travel…

The Economic Times

Crisis as credibility test: How the UAE’s response to the Iran-Israel conflict could shape its next decade as a global residency hub

The UAE's promise of a safe haven faces its biggest test amid the Iran conflict. Despite heightened tensions, daily life remains stable, showcasing robust security and a 'people first' approach. This resilience reassures global investors and Indian families, solidifying the UAE's position as a trusted, crisis-proof hub for wealth and…

Bangkok Post

US hits Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack

DUBAI, UAE - The US said it struck Iranian military sites at the weekend and Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Monday it had targeted a US base in response, the latest in a series of exchanges amid negotiations to end the three-month-old war.

The Guardian - UK

Sky ends controversial news joint venture in United Arab Emirates

Sky News Arabia to retain name in brand licensing deal after criticism of its coverage of atrocities in Sudan

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The Independent UK

A trip to the United Arab Emirates' darkest spot reveals a rare view of the Milky Way

The gleaming skyscrapers and brights lights of the United Arab Emirates draw the eyes of all who travel here

The Times of India

Gulf's other war: Inside UAE's hidden role behind strikes on Iran despite ceasefire — Report

The UAE's involvement in the Middle East conflict was deeper than previously known, with coordinated strikes on Iran, including energy facilities, even after an April ceasefire. These actions exposed divisions within the Gulf, as Saudi Arabia expressed concerns about escalating risks to regional energy supplies and global markets.

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How to watch Egypt vs Russia — it's *FREE*

Here’s how to watch the Egypt vs Russia for free from anywhere in the world as preparations begin for the World Cup.

The Conversation

Trump’s call to expand Abraham accords is destined to fail

As negotiations to end the Iran war continued on May 25, Donald Trump made a series of phone calls in which he pressed key leaders from the Middle East to join the Abraham accords. Announced in 2020, these accords established diplomatic relations between Israel and several Arab states, beginning with…

AAP

Bybit Announces Transition to Single-Counted Open Interest Reporting to Enhance Market Transparency

DUBAI, UAE, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, announced an update to its Open Interest (OI) calculation methodology, effective June 11, 2026. The exchange will transition from bilateral (dual-sided) OI counting to unilateral (single-counted) OI measurement. The move aligns Bybit's reporting framework…

International Business Times UK

Is Lee Andrews A Spy? Katie Price Gets Call From Husband Who Says He Is Detained In A Dubai Prison For Espionage

Katie Price's husband, Lee Andrews, has been located in Dubai's Al Awir prison, accused of espionage. The situation remains unclear, with no official charges confirmed by UAE authorities.

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'I am not thinking about Rome yet' – Jhonatan Narváez reclaims ciclamino jersey but 'great opportunity' for fourth stage win at Giro d'Italia slips away

UAE Team Emirates-XRG were in prime position on stage 17 with three in the break but Arrieta was top finisher from squad with sixth as Narváez came ninth

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