Author: Emirates Insight
DP World in Canada – a joint venture between Dubai’s DP World and Quebec-based global investment company La Caisse – has entered into a Joint Development Agreement with the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) for the design of the land-based works of the future container terminal as part of the Port of Montreal’s expansion project in Contrecœur. Selected for its international expertise in operational excellence, technological innovation, and sustainable development, DP World will make the future Contrecœur terminal its sixth port facility in Canada, joining Fraser Surrey, Nanaimo, Prince Rupert, Saint John, and Vancouver. Globally, DP World operates more than 60…
In Africa crypto news this week: South African finance firm Altvest Capital is set to raise $210 million to create a Bitcoin reserve treasury for its investors. Altvest is following global trends, set in motion by MicroStrategy and MetaPlanet, in adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet. In the same market, Binance has partnered with the payment platform Zapper to scale merchant payments in South Africa. Binance is a leading crypto exchange, and expanding its presence in Africa is key. From this week, over 30,000 more merchants began accepting Binance Pay through Zapper’s rail. Meanwhile, Luno Exchange has expanded its tokenized stock…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed its plans to construct 23 new pedestrian and cyclist bridges by the end of 2030. This was announced as the RTA completed two pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mina Street as part of Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. RTA also constructed six pedestrian and cyclist bridges across key streets in Dubai. Five of these bridges are scheduled to open before the end of this year, with the sixth set for completion in the first quarter of 2027. The number of pedestrian bridges and underpasses grew from 26 in 2006…
TL;DR Three of the most popular AI solutions share their take on whether Ripple’s native token has the legs for another mind-blowing rally this year that will take it above $5. Here are their answers, and some of them might be quite surprising. 2024/2025 Quick Recap 2025 will go down in history as one of the most eventful years in the relatively short period of cryptocurrency existence. Ripple’s native token is no exception, as it should receive a prime spot in that ranking (after all, it has become the third-largest digital asset by market cap). The asset did what many…
Dinner drinks and dancing all come together at Amelia in Downtown Dubai where the evening always takes flightInspired by aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart this glamorous lounge dining destination blends fine dining with striking interiors and a lively nightlife vibe. With sweeping views of the Burj Khalifa and a menu that combines Japanese precision with bold Peruvian flavours Amelia delivers an experience that feels every bit as iconic as its namesakeThe SpotLocated in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Amelia is no ordinary restaurant. Named after aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart, this glamorous lounge-dining concept marries fine dining with theatrical interiors. Step inside…
Bitcoin’s gradual price recovery over the past week or so saw some resistance at $116,000, and the asset has failed to reclaim that level decisively. Expectedly for a weekend trading, most altcoins are quite sluggish with little to no moves in either direction. However, there are a few exceptions. BTC Keeps Calm at $116K The aforementioned price recovery began at the start of the current month when bitcoin slumped to a multi-week low of just over $107,000. The asset tested that support on a couple of occasions in just a few days at the time. However, the bulls ultimately managed…
We are so excited to make Global Village a part of our plans again, and thankfully we don’t have to wait too longOne of Dubai’s top outdoor attraction Global Village is reopening on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. And this seasons is set to be bigger and better than ever before because the popular attraction is celebrating its 30th anniversary.That’s right, for those of us who have been in Dubai for decades, it will be a wonderful surprise to know that this popular attraction is turning 30 – a historic milestone year.The closing date is set for Sunday, May 10, 2026…
In response to this scale of opportunity, Jeddah Construct, the largest construction event in the Western Province, will return for its second edition from September 28–30 at the new Jeddah Superdome. The exhibition is set to be bigger than its 2024 debut, welcoming more than 13,000 industry professionals. Saudi Arabia construction growth outlook Saudi Arabia’s construction output value reached $141.5bn in 2023, a 4.3 per cent increase from the previous year, and is forecast to rise to $181.5bn by 2028, making it the largest construction market globally, Knight Frank reports. The Western region, led by Jeddah, is driving much of…
TL;DR Ripple’s native token has joined the rest of the market in posting a big price surge that drove it to almost $3.20, which became a monthly peak. This came despite the recent whale sell-off and the latest SEC setback on the ETF front. XRPUSD. Source: TradingView XRP’s Rise Ever since it failed at $3.35 in mid-August, XRP was in a downward trend that drove it to a multi-month low at $2.7 at the beginning of September. However, the asset reacted well to this decline and bounced toward $2.90 in the following days. It tried to challenge the coveted $3.00…
Marjan, the freehold property developer in Ras Al Khaimah, has finished infrastructure works at RAK Central, its mixed-use commercial development in the northern emirate. The company has appointed Middle East Construction Group ALEC as the main contractor for RAK Central HQ Office Complex, marking a milestone in the development of Ras Al Khaimah’s business hub, a ‘Work-Live-Play’ destination in alignment with RAK Vision 2030. The integrated destination for living and business spans 3.1 million sq.ft of land with 8.37 million sq. ft. of gross floor area and is now ready for activation by investors and sub-developers. RAK Central business hub…