UAE Central Bank clarifies Nafis support not stable enough income for loans Bank clarifies that the programme's incentives are “time-limited, conditional, and cannot be relied upon as a stable source of income in the medium or long term.”
How UAE banks can grow by focusing on underserved, niche segments Some experts said that technology helped smaller institutions compete with larger incumbents by automating compliance and scaling operations efficiently
UAE banks shift focus to long-term customer engagement, loyalty, says expert UAE banks are using AI and data insights to build deeper connections with customers, guiding them through life milestones and shaping the future of banking
UAE set to gain as Fed's two more cuts set to boost mortgages, property market This would ease pressure on buyers who had been holding back due to high borrowing costs, potentially broadening the base of demand beyond cash-rich investors who have dominated the market
Partner Content: Mashreq launches NEO PLUS Saver account for salary and non-salary customers with UAE's most rewarding savings interest rates The launch further strengthens Mashreq’s position as a digital banking pioneer and reinforces its role in shaping the future of personal finance in the UAE
How UAE residents can use UPI to transfer money without Indian phone number In February 2024, during a visit from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to UAE, an agreement was signed, allowing NRIs to make UPI transactions
UAE Central Bank penalises foreign bank with Dh5.9 million fine The financial sanction was imposed after CBUAE investigation, which revealed the bank’s failures to comply with its Anti-Money Laundering laws
UAE: No free remittances for Emirates NBD customers from September In an email sent to customers, the major bank said that starting September 1, 2025, customers will be charged for all international transfers
UAE: India's HDFC Bank under review for allegedly selling risky bonds to some clients The financial institute denied any wrongdoing and stated that it has a robust process to communicate product features and help clients understand risks
Triple extortion, AI phishing: UAE banks face evolving cyber threats Experts say attackers now exfiltrate and leak data before encrypting systems, then demand ransom; they then threaten to publish or sell the data if companies delay