Author: Emirates Insight

MENA Live Events in association with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism announced this morning the highly anticipated return of Taste of Dubai, the city’s ultimate celebration of food, drink and music, set to take place in February 2025 at the iconic Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. From Friday 6th – Sunday 8th February, Dubai’s favourite food festival will bring together 25,000 foodies, families, and friends for three days of mouth-watering cuisine, celebrity chef workshops, live entertainment, and unforgettable festival vibes. The BitesShowcasing 16 of Dubai’s best restaurants, each pop-up will design a menu of three to five ‘taster’ size dishes,…

Abu Dhabi will host more than 20 leading AI researchers and senior Big Tech executives at Machines Can Think 2026, the UAE capital’s flagship AI Adopters event, taking place on January 26–27, 2026 at Park Hyatt Saadiyat. The summit marks the latest step in the UAE’s push to accelerate advanced AI adoption as part of its national 2031 AI strategy and growing global influence in the sector. The two-day summit will feature more than 50 keynotes, multiple partners including Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), hands-on workshops, and immersive demo zones showcasing breakthrough AI technologies. Machines Can Think…

Although Japan only has 20k–40k active BTC addresses daily, its huge household wealth could flow in via ETFs and regulated funds. Japan has officially finalized amendments to its crypto regulatory framework that have the potential to increase global Bitcoin demand. The reforms aim to clarify custodial liability, stimulate institutional participation, and position the country as a safe haven for digital assets. Reform Could Boost Bitcoin Demand According to crypto research and education institution XWIN Research Japan, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) has completed its 2025 Working Group on crypto-asset reform, outlining a redesign of the country’s rules. Central to…

Ten years ago, raising €1 million in Copenhagen was enough to make waves in the region’s tech scene. Today, the Nordics are turning out billion-dollar companies like Lovable — which hit $200M in revenue just 12 months after launching.  Dennis Green-Lieber, founder of AI-powered customer intelligence platform Propane, has had a front-row seat to that shift over the last 15 years. His take? The region’s social safety net gives founders room to take real swings without putting their personal lives on the line, and they’re accelerating faster than Silicon Valley as a result.  Today on TechCrunch’s Equity podcast, Dominic-Madori Davis caught up with Green-Lieber to talk about the…

Dubai Health organised a specialised training programme, Essential Skills in Organ Donation, to enhance the capabilities of healthcare professionals involved in organ donation and transplantation, ensuring alignment with global medical standards. Endorsed by the Ministry of Health and Prevention, the Department of Health Abu Dhabi, and Dubai Health Authority, participants earned a professional certificate from Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), the learning and discovery arm of Dubai Health, in addition to 35.5 credit hours in continuing medical education (CME) accredited by the Dubai Health Authority. A total of 55 physicians, nurses, technicians, and organ donation coordinators from…

Over 2,500 innovators & leaders gather at Dubai Silicon Oasis for the Doers Summit, Middle East edition Dubai, UAE. The opening day of Doers Summit 2025 at Dubai Silicon Oasis marked a strong debut for the event in the Middle East. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum inaugurated the Summit in the presence of senior UAE officials and international delegates. The first day brought together more than 2,500 participants and over 150 speakers from Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Sessions focused on AI, fintech, climate tech, digital infrastructure and mobility. Officials highlighted the UAE’s progress in…

The Dubai ultra-luxury villa market has moved beyond its post-COVID surge to become a stable global asset class, with record-breaking sales of AED40m+ ($10.9m+) homes and rising demand for elite ‘trophy’ properties, according to new analysis from fäm Properties. The consultancy reports sharp growth in AED 70m–AED 100m ($19m–$27m) deals, resales overtaking new sales, and the emergence of a “Golden Triangle of Wealth” spanning Palm Jumeirah, Emirates Hills and MBR City. Analysis from fäm Properties highlights rapid expansion in Dubai’s ultra-prime segment, with AED 70m–AED 100m ($19m–$27m) transactions climbing sharply and resales now forming the majority of AED 40m+ ($10.9m+)…

Inject Medispa, located on Jumeirah Beach Road, is redefining the aesthetics experience in the UAE by merging medical expertise with the serenity of a spa. Founded in 2024by Dr Sarah Coughlan, a UK-trained ENT surgeon with nearly a decade of NHS experience, the clinic was born from a vision to offer non-surgical treatments that prioritise safety, education, are results-driven, and are fully personalised while offering a truly elevated client journey. From the moment clients step inside, they are welcomed into a calming, beautifully designed space that blends clinical excellence with spa-like tranquillity. Guests can unwind at the first of it’s kind, complimentary…

“A robust enhancement seems to be looming for the Pi ecosystem,” one X account claimed. The native token of the controversial (yet very popular) crypto project Pi Network continued its solid performance over the past week by recording fresh gains in the last 24 hours. The primary catalyst of the most recent surge seems to be a rumor of a significant update scheduled for November 28. PI in Green Territory Again According to CoinGecko’s data, the asset’s price briefly surpassed $0.25, whereas it currently trades just south of that level. This represents a 6% increase on a daily scale…

Italian company Bending Spoons flew largely under the radar — until last month. In a span of 48 hours, the company announced the acquisition of AOL and a massive $270 million raise, quadrupling its valuation to $11 billion, up from $2.55 billion set in early 2024. Bending Spoons has grown rapidly by acquiring stagnating tech brands like Evernote, Meetup, and Vimeo, then turning them profitable through aggressive cost-cutting and price increases. While the company’s approach is similar to private equity, there is one key difference: Bending Spoons has no plans to sell these businesses. Andrew Dumont, the founder and CEO…