London promotes itself as Islamic Finance centre
Dubai announced in January that it would revise regulations to attract sukuk issuance and trading.
March 12, 2013 8:47
Do we need better Islamic Finance oversight?
The statement by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) appeared to be in response to concern about uneven self-regulation by the institutions.
February 12, 2013 6:00
Qatar Islamic Bank raises $750 million from Sukuk
Ernst & Young estimates global outstanding demand for sukuk to total about $300 billion
October 3, 2012 5:52
Islamic bank Kuveyt Turk plans launch in Germany
Hopes to apply for full banking licence in October; Will be headquartered in Frankfurt; To target non-Muslims as well as Muslims
September 11, 2012 9:59
Over 90% of passwords vulnerable to hacking
Passwords in the Middle East - even ones deemed to be "strong" - are actually susceptible to infiltration.
May 23, 2013 8:51
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24