Author: Emirates Insight
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has activated the e-scooter riding permit application service across all official channels, following its earlier availability exclusively through the RTA website (www.rta.ae). The service has now been integrated into the RTA Dubai application and the Dubai Now application, eliminating the need to visit service centres. This step forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to keep pace with Dubai’s ambition to become the world’s smartest city, accelerate digital transformation, and enhance access to services, thereby saving customers time and effort. Applying for the e-scooter riding permit through RTA app is now available to customers via…
Held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the three-day summit is organised by the UAE Government Media Office and will take place across Emirates Towers, DIFC and the Museum of the Future under the theme Content for Good. Saeed Al Eter, Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Projects and Chairman of the UAE Government Media Office, said the summit has grown rapidly since its launch, evolving into what he described as “the world’s largest gathering for content creators.” 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 He…
Moscow plans criminal penalties for unregistered crypto mining, a year after legalizing the sector across the country. The Russian Ministry of Justice has proposed introducing criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for illegal cryptocurrency mining, according to draft amendments published on December 30 on the government’s portal of regulatory legal acts. The proposals would amend the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code of the Russian Federation. The latest move aims to formalize liability for mining digital currency outside the legal framework introduced last year. Under the draft, illegal mining could be punishable by a fine of up to 1.5 million…
Tributes are pouring in from Dubai following the tragic deaths of two close team members of heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, who was involved in a car crash in Nigeria earlier this week. Want instant updates? Follow Lovin on WhatsApp, and never miss a beat! What happened? According to reports, the accident took place on Monday in Ogun State, Nigeria, at around 11am local time. Anthony Joshua was travelling in a Lexus SUV as part of a two-vehicle convoy when the car collided with a truck on a busy highway. Joshua, 36, was seated in the rear of the vehicle and…
Universities and research labs have long been Europe’s deep tech treasure trove. Now, academic spinouts have consolidated into a solid startup funnel worth $398 billion — and VC money is following. According to Dealroom’s European Spinout Report 2025, 76 of these deep tech and life sciences companies have either reached $1 billion valuations, $100 million in revenue, or both. These include unicorns like Iceye, IQM, Isar Aerospace, Synthesia, and Tekever, which are now inspiring more funds to back university spinouts. Just this month, two new funds emerged that will bring more funding to talent emerging out of European tech universities,…
Saudi Arabia’s capital markets regulator has opened a public consultation on proposed rules governing real estate ownership by listed companies, investment funds and special purpose entities, including properties located in the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah. The Capital Market Authority invited relevant and interested participants in the capital market to submit feedback on the Draft Controls. The consultation will run for 15 calendar days, ending on January 14, 2026. Saudi real estate consultation The draft aims to regulate the mechanism for real estate ownership by listed companies established under the Companies Law, as well as licensed investment funds and…
As part of the #HattaWinter initiative, Dubai Municipality has announced the return of the Hatta Honey Festival, one of the area’s most anticipated community- and agri-tourism events, celebrating local honey production and Hatta’s distinctive natural and rural heritage. The Festival, being held until 31st December 2025 at Hatta Hall, brings together beekeepers, producers, and honey enthusiasts. Entry to the Festival is free and open to the public. The Festival forms part of Dubai Municipality’s ongoing efforts to position Hatta as a leading eco- and agri- tourism destination, while creating direct economic opportunities for national producers and small businesses. By bringing…
CC and ZEC have gained the most value today. In what appears to be a painful loop for bitcoin, the asset attempted yet another surge to and past $90,000, where it was stopped only to drop toward $87,000. Most altcoins are in a similar state, with ADA, XMR, MNT, and XLM deep in the red, while CC and ZEC continue their respective run. BTC’s Loop Continues The end of the year has been quite underwhelming for the primary cryptocurrency. The asset was halted at $94,000 at the start of the month, and each attempt to overcome that level was…
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, attended key stages of the opening race of the 10th edition of the Al Salam Cycling Championship organised by the Private Office of H.H. the Ruler of Dubai. The Championship, being held under the patronage and directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed, kicked off on Sunday, with the Emirati Men’s Amateur Race held under the theme ‘Safety and Security’ marking the commencement of a diverse schedule of events and community activities. The opening race spotlighted Dubai Police’s unstinting efforts to safeguard the community, with the…
Keeta, the international on-demand food delivery platform backed by global technology leader Meituan, has successfully completed its nationwide UAE launch across all seven emirates, marking a major milestone in its regional growth journey. Since entering the UAE, Keeta has focused on building a reliable, customer-centric platform designed around everyday needs, serving restaurants across local, regional, and international brands. Through transparent partnerships, consistent operations, and technology-led efficiency, thousands of restaurant partners have chosen to deepen and expand their presence on the platform, reflecting growing trust in Keeta’s model. The nationwide rollout underscores Keeta’s commitment to long-term value creation within the UAE’s evolving food…