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UAE and GCC Crypto Regulation 2026: VARA Rules, Stablecoins, and the Race to Lead Digital Assets

UAE crypto regulation in 2026 under VARA is the most developed in the GCC, with stablecoin adoption accelerating across the banking system, MGX's $2 billion Binance investment cementing Abu Dhabi's digital asset ambitions, and Saudi Arabia and Bahrain building competing frameworks.

Dubai Free Zones 2026: DMCC, DIFC, JAFZA — Setup Costs, Timelines and Which Zone Fits Your Business

Dubai free zones in 2026 offer 0% corporate tax on qualifying income, 100% foreign ownership, and setup costs ranging from AED 5,750 at budget zones to AED 120,000 at DMCC and AED 80,000-plus at DIFC — here is how to choose the right zone for your business type and budget.

Abu Dhabi Real Estate 2026: Four Reasons the Capital Is Now Outperforming Dubai Property

Abu Dhabi real estate in 2026 is outperforming Dubai's property market on four key metrics: transaction volume growth of 39 per cent year-on-year, lower supply overhang, government-backed mega-development projects, and rising population supported by new visa categories driving sustained demand.

UAE Corporate Tax 2026: Free Zone Rules, 9% Rate, September Filing Deadline Explained

UAE corporate tax 2026 brings critical new filing obligations, free zone qualifying income rules, and a September 30 deadline — here is everything businesses and free zone companies need to know to stay compliant and protect the 0% tax rate.

Gulf Residents Embrace Staycations as Five-Star UAE Hotels Drop Rates to Unprecedented Lows

Gulf residents are turning to staycations in record numbers as regional geopolitical tensions and rising international travel costs make domestic options more attractive, while UAE five-star hotels offer summer packages at prices that would have been unimaginable a year ago.

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Kuwait’s Police Certificate Lives in an App, and Closes When You Leave

Kuwait issues its police clearance as a Criminal Status Certificate through the Sahel app, and only to current residents aged 18 and over. The verified process.

Oman’s Police Certificate: Almost Every English Guide Names the Wrong One

The Royal Oman Police issues two certificates, not one, and expatriates cannot get the Good Conduct one. The real process, the real fees, and where guides go wrong.

Qatar Abolished the Exit Permit. The Internet Has Not Noticed

Qatar removed the exit permit for private-sector workers in 2018 and for almost everyone else in January 2020. Who still needs approval, and the ILO numbers.

Rica Hernandez: A Salon Built on One Promise

Rica Presentacion Hernandez built Blink Lash from a home beauty service into a licensed Abu Dhabi studio. The founder, in her own words.

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