OCTA’s $3.5m round takes Gulf finance automation into accounting firms

OCTA raises $3.5m as it expands into AI accounting workflows, with US growth plans and accountants retaining final review.

Ooredoo Qatar Enlists McKinsey Expertise to Scale AI and Digital Transformation

Ooredoo Qatar signed a strategic agreement with McKinsey & Company on October 7, 2026 to advance its digital and artificial…

Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Rings Bell and Signs University Deal for World Investor Week

The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange marked World Investor Week on October 7, 2026, by hosting a ceremonial opening bell and…

Ajman Chamber Joins UAE Delegation to Forge Economic Links with Belgium

The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry took part in a UAE trade mission to Belgium on October 5 and…

Brent Crude Climbs Above $101 as Middle East Conflict Amplifies Supply Threats

Brent crude futures topped $101 a barrel on September 9, 2026, as markets weighed supply risks from escalating tanker attacks…

GCC Commerce Ministers Convene Consultative Meeting to Advance Regional Economic Integration

The GCC Secretary-General said on October 6 2026 that the 15th consultative meeting of commerce ministers and chamber presidents in…

Qatar Central Bank Mandates Greater Accessibility in Financial Services for Disabled and Elderly

The Qatar Central Bank on Monday issued instructions requiring banks and financial institutions to enhance physical, digital and procedural access…

UAE Minister Positions Investopia as Key Connector of Capital and Growth Opportunities

Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri said on October 7, 2026 that Investopia builds bridges between capital and opportunities as its…

Global Leaders Convene in Abu Dhabi for Investopia Bridge 2026 Forum on Resilient Economies

Investopia Bridge 2026 kicked off in Abu Dhabi on October 7, 2026, bringing together ministers, policymakers, investors and business leaders…

German Factory Orders Plunge 10.6 Percent in August on Transport Equipment Slump

German factory orders dropped 10.6 percent in August 2026 from the prior month, the Federal Statistical Office reported on October…

Ajman Real Estate Trading Volume Reaches AED 1.9 Billion in September on Strong Demand

The Ajman Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation reported in October 2025 that total real estate transactions hit AED…

UAE Nuclear Authority Board Approves 2027-2029 Strategy and Regulatory Reforms

The Board of Management of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation approved the authority's strategy for 2027-2029 and reviewed regulatory…