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Jaywan Card launched as the UAE's national domestic payment card.

UAE Formally Launches National Domestic Payment Card ‘Jaywan’

Banks, licensed financial institutions, and exchange houses across the United Arab Emirates have officially begun issuing Jaywan cards, marking the…
July 22, 2026
Intellectual Property and FIFA World Cup legal protections with football, gavel, trademarks, and licensing agreement.

Intellectual Property and the FIFA World Cup: A Legal Overview

Every four years, the FIFA World Cup transforms into one of the most closely guarded intellectual property portfolios in global…
July 21, 2026
Cargo vessel under Abu Dhabi Maritime waterway safety regulations

Abu Dhabi Maritime Issues Warning Over Waterway Violations

Abu Dhabi Maritime, the primary regulator for the emirate's maritime sector operating under AD Ports Group and the Department of…
July 20, 2026
UAE officials signing documents under the Unified National Licensing Framework for higher education institutions

UAE Approves Unified National Licensing Framework for Higher Education Institutions

The United Arab Emirates has officially introduced a comprehensive unified national framework to regulate the licensing of universities and colleges…
July 19, 2026
Business leaders discussing Non-Profit Companies during a corporate board meeting in the UAE.

Non-Profit Companies Recognised Under the UAE Commercial Companies Law

For the first time in the UAE's federal legislative history, the law formally recognises the "non-profit company" as a distinct…
July 17, 2026
UAE PDPL digital data protection interface with cybersecurity and privacy dashboard.

UAE PDPL: Ensuring Strict Data Protection Compliance for Businesses

Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (“PDPL”) came into force on 2 January 2022,…
July 13, 2026
Licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers regulated by Dubai VARA in the UAE digital asset market

Dubai’s VARA Reaches Milestone of 50 Licensed Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs)

The Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has officially achieved a significant milestone in its regulatory journey, issuing its 50th…
July 13, 2026
UAE joins the Locarno Agreement on Industrial Designs to strengthen IP protection.

UAE Strengthens Global IP Position by Joining the Locarno Agreement on Industrial Designs

In a major step toward standardizing its intellectual property (IP) framework and promoting global design protection, the United Arab Emirates…
July 9, 2026
Abu Dhabi Specialised Court handling human trafficking cases under Resolution No. 40/2026

Abu Dhabi Establishes Specialised Human Trafficking Court Under Resolution No. 40/2026

In a decisive move to bolster the Emirate’s judicial framework and protect human rights, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed…
July 9, 2026
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UAE Cabinet Establishes 15 as Minimum Age for Social Media Platforms

The UAE Cabinet has formally approved a landmark federal resolution regulating children’s access to social media platforms. The announcement, released…
June 22, 2026
Sharjah DED Implements Fee Reductions and - Stunning night view of Sharjah's modern skyline reflected in calm water.

Sharjah DED Implements Fee Reductions and Financial Exemptions for Businesses

The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has officially begun executing a comprehensive package of economic incentives and financial reliefs aimed…
June 22, 2026
DIFC Proposes Major Overhaul to Arbitration - Enchanting night shot of Emirates Financial Towers in Dubai, UAE, illuminated b

DIFC Proposes Major Overhaul to Arbitration Law, Introducing New Mediation Framework

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has launched a public consultation on sweeping proposed amendments to its dispute resolution framework.…
June 17, 2026