Author: Emirates Insight

Nearly 90 per cent of Chinese firms plan to expand in the Middle East, PwC reports, with Saudi Arabia and the UAE emerging as top destinations. Rising profitability and diversification into tech, renewables and AI are reshaping the region’s investment landscape. The PwC survey of 136 Chinese firms reports, enterprises are expanding steadily into the Middle East market with heightened confidence, amid rising profitability, stronger financial performance, and more sophisticated strategies that are reshaping the regional investment landscape. Chinese firms eyes Middle East expansion Findings show that 44 per cent have formalised business plans, a sharp rise since 2022. Profitability…

The UK-born FinTech company has received initial approvals from the UAE’s Central BankRevolut is a digital bank popular for international money transfers and budgeting, with some 60 million customers across its established markets in the UK, Europe, US and India. And it looks like it’s set to launch in the UAE. On September 9, the UK-born FinTech company announced that it had received in-principle approvals from the Central Bank of the UAE for its stored value facilities and retail payment services, paving the way for its regional launch.While Revolut, first founded in 2015, began life as a money exchange platform, it’s…

Crypto markets are starting the day strongly. Bitcoin is jumping above $113,000, and Ethereum isn’t far behind, slowly working its way toward $4,400. Everyone is feeling bullish once again today, as crypto is making a lot of news. A whale bought $86,840,000 in $ETH today and staked it all. Ethereum staking demand is heating up. pic.twitter.com/969LPqxRdc — Ted (@TedPillows) September 9, 2025 Tokens like MYX Finance and HYPE by Hyperliquid drew a lot of attention. With traders feeling more optimistic, many shifted into these high-momentum projects. The overall market cap nudged up to around $3.96 trillion—about a 1% jump in…

If your UAE internet has felt slower than usual, you are not aloneOver the past long weekend, users across the UAE noticed delays with browsing, streaming and even video calls. As per The National, the issue comes down to damaged undersea cables in the Red Sea, which could take weeks to repair.Reported over the long weekendThe slowdown began on Saturday, September 6, after what The National described as “a series of cable outages in the Red Sea”. The disruption has not only impacted the Emirates but also affected connections across the wider Middle East, as well as India and Pakistan.…

The UAE has announced new senior government officials with the appointment of two Ministers of State. Under the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, announced the ministerial appointments in the UAE Government. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announced the appointment of: Lana Zaki Nusseibeh as Minister of State Saeed Mubarak Rashed Al Hajeri as Minister of State UAE Minister of State Sheikh Mohammed said: “Following consultations with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, we announce today the appointment of Lana Nusseibeh and…

Sponsored: There are so many offers to tempt youLooking to elevate your September plans? Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates has rolled out a line-up of luxe experiences blending staycations, stylish dining, and poolside indulgence. Whether it’s a weekend escape or a midweek treat, there’s plenty to tempt you.First up, check into the Aspen Ski Chalet, where alpine-inspired interiors and a view overlooking snow lies in heart of Dubai. Guests booking a corner suite or above can enjoy exclusive perks under the UAE Residents Getaway offer, making it the perfect excuse for a chic city staycation. You’ll get 30% off…

There is movement in Solana crypto, and it is the refreshing type of price action because yesterday, on September 8, SOL USD pushed higher versus the greenback, closing solidly above $210. As it is, the Solana price is within a bullish formation, and there are hints of buyers stepping in, shaking off the weakness of the second half of August. Zooming in and checking Coingecko, it appears that SOL crypto buyers are positioning for possible major moves. So far, SOL/USDT is up +69% year-to-date. At the same time, Solana buyers are building momentum, looking at the performance in the last…

Butterfly Carnival is back in Dubai for 2025! Expect music, dance, food and cultureDubai festival season is back and we couldn’t be more happy. Butterfly Carnival is returning to Dubai on November 8 and 9, 2025 for the biggest carnival weekend in the city. Prepare to experience a mix of music, dance, food, culture and more fun than you could imagine.The carnival returns to Duba Media City Amphitheatre with over 30 international artists and DJs across two mega stages. There will also be immersive carnival activations and mouth-watering food from all around the world. Get ready for music types such…

Jazeera returns to Abu Dhabi and Al Ain this October with direct Kuwait flightsJazeera Airways is adding two UAE cities back to its map, with direct flights from Kuwait to Abu Dhabi and Al Ain restarting from Thursday October 2, 2025. The move expands the Kuwaiti low-cost carrier’s UAE footprint to three destinations alongside its existing Dubai service, and gives travellers on both sides of the Gulf more choice for quick business trips, family visits, and weekend breaks.Fares are pitched to tempt. The airline says one-way tickets start from KD9 (about Dhs103) to Al Ain and KD14 (about Dhs541) to…

Iberdrola is a world leader in clean energy, operating over 5,000 MW of installed photovoltaic capacity in Spain. Maintaining this vast network requires rigorous inspections to ensure reliability and safety. Currently, these inspections are performed manually – teams walk through sprawling, remote solar fields with handheld thermal cameras, often covering tens of kilometers over several days or weeks. To optimize efficiency, safety, and scalability, Iberdrola, through its Photovoltaic Plant Inspection Startup Challenge 2025, seeks innovative solutions that bring autonomous or remotely operated systems into its solar infrastructure management. This Challenge offers startups a chance to co-create impactful technology while addressing…