SHARJAH / WAM The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has opened submissions for the highly anticipated Sharjah International Book Fair Awards 2025, with entries accepted until 15th September. The awards recognise authors and publishers who have contributed to the Arab and international cultural landscape through literary and academic works. The annual awards reflect SBA’s and the Sharjah International Book Fair’s (SIBF) ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The Bitcoin MENA Conference will return to the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi for its second edition from 8th to 9th December, bringing together global leaders in Bitcoin and digital finance. Co-organised by ADNEC Group and BTC Media, the event will feature keynote sessions, workshops and exhibitions showcasing the latest in cryptocurrency adoption and innovation. Michael Saylor, ...

ABU DHABI / WAM The value of transfers executed in the country’s banking sector through the UAE Funds Transfer System (UAEFTS) reached AED9.528 trillion during the first five months of this year. According to Banking Operations Statistics issued on Tuesday by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), the value of transfers carried out by banks amounted to AED5.963 trillion, ...