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Emirates partners with Crypto.com to integrate crypto payments into air travel

The agreement aims to uphold the highest security and compliance standards for digital transactions 

M&A in MENA hits $115.5 billion in H1 2025, up 149 percent YoY

The UAE emerged as the top target nation, with deals totaling $39.8 billion in value

Kuwait strengthens ties with India, Iraq with new MoUs to combat financial crime 

Deals aim to promote an environment of transparency and security in financial systems 

UAE refutes claims of lifetime Golden Visa for certain nationalities

Categories and conditions for the Golden Visa are clearly defined according to official regulations 

Saudi Arabia’s construction output hits $148 billion in 2024, forecasted to reach $191 billion by 2029

Vision 2030 drives $215.4 billion in construction contracts across the Kingdom

Oman’s real GDP expands 2.5 percent to $24.52 billion in Q1 2025

The growth is driven by a robust performance in non-oil sectors

EFG Hermes secures $190 million investment for Alameda Healthcare in landmark M&A deal

This transaction marks Egypt’s largest private equity healthcare investment to date

World Bank sees growth on the horizon in the GCC

The report highlights Oman’s fiscal consolidation as a noteworthy example despite it having one of the lowest projected growth rates in the region

U.S. Independence Day: History, traditions, key events, openings and closures, and more

In 2025, the U.S. celebrates 249 years of independence with nationwide parades and community events

Financial sector sees robust growth in Bahrain as 16 new institutions approved, 52 licenses in review

The unified regulatory model streamlines compliance and enhances oversight for licensed institutions 

Saudi Arabia’s e-commerce sales hit $18.5 billion in Q1 2025, up 56 percent YoY

The number of transactions via Mada cards exceeded 370 million during the quarter