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Going from making some extra money in your spare time to having a full-out business is such a rewarding feeling, especially as a new entrepreneur.  But, formalizing your new incorporated business requires some extra elbow grease. (You’re graduating to the big leagues, after all.) You need the right legal framework, business systems, and, ideally, a team to help support you.  Let’s take a closer look at some of the best strategies you can implement to transition your side hustle idea into a full-time incorporated business to gain financial independence and attract potential clients. Get ready to save this article! #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff;…

Jerome Powell is going to be stepping up at Jackson Hole today, delivering a speech that the market been waiting for weeks. He will lay out the Fed’s view on the economy, a shifts in policy and cooling inflation for a softening job market. As his term comes to an end, this talk will carry weight, especially under political heat. Crypto players are especially locked in, as Powell’s words often ripple through the market like a domino effect. As we know, for months before today’s speech, the Federal Reserve chair has ignored demands from Donald Trump to cut interest rates…

Spinneys has announced its entry into Kuwait through a strategic joint venture with Alshaya Group. The partnership marks Spinneys’ expansion into its fourth GCC market, underlining the company’s long-term regional growth ambitions. Under the agreement, Spinneys will hold a 51 per cent majority stake and lead the operation and management of all stores in Kuwait. The rollout plan includes ten stores, with the first opening scheduled for 2026. Spinneys in Kuwait Sunil Kumar, CEO at Spinneys, said: “We are delighted to announce our entry into Kuwait, as a part of the strategic Middle East expansion plan, a significant milestone in…

Sponsored: BohoX has an all-day breakfast, now with a Turkish-Korean twistBohoX, your go‑to spot for laid‑back all‑day breakfast, has just gotten more exciting. Normally known for eggs‑any‑time‑of‑day classics, they’ve teamed up with AI Chef Aiman for a new collaboration, bringing two brand‑new mains to the table. Think familiar comfort meets something subtly unexpected, and if you love the cozy charm of BohoX, these new dishes are worth a visit.The new dishesImages: SuppliedThe two new additions, Korean-Turkish Chicken with bulgur and Korean-Middle Eastern Lamb Shank with freekeh rice, bring together bold flavours, gentle spices, and familiar comfort. They slot right in…

There has been significant progress on the renovation of the Dubai FountainThe Dubai Fountain is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Dubai, with thousands of people flocking from all over the world to watch the incredible displays of water dancing to music directly in front of the Burj Khalifa.In February, property developer Emaar announced that the fountains will be closed for a few months starting from May 2025. But in March we received an update with the Dubai Fountain show closing earlier than previously announced. The last performance will took place on Saturday, April 19, 2025. It was then…

BlackRock is one of the four horsemen of the US economy, along with investment giants Vanguard, Fidelity and State Street. And now there’s a Moody’s recession prediction terrifying all of these institutions. All of these investment institutions are lugubrious on the US economy - here’s why. Moody’s Recession Prediction: Two More Weeks Recession risks are rising, according to Moody’s Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi. In a recent post on X, he warned that U.S. growth is faltering under mounting policy pressures. Zandi later clarified that he doesn’t believe the economy is in a formal recession yet, but said certain sectors have already…

Season 30 of Global Village Dubai is around the cornerGlobal Village Dubai might’ve only just wrapped up for the summer, but if you’re already craving stacked fries, late-night fireworks and a full lap around all the pavilions, here’s the good news: you won’t be waiting too long. Global Village Dubai is expected to reopen around late October, and this time, it’s celebrating its 30th season. That means bigger crowds, new food stalls, big performances, and even more spots to spend your winter weekends.So, when is Global Village reopening in 2025?While the official date hasn’t dropped yet, based on the last…

Abu Dhabi will host the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week from 10–15 November 2025. The week underscores the emirate’s commitment to shaping the future of autonomous mobility and its status as a leading global hub for smart systems and advanced mobility technologies. The event will be held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs and is organised by the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council (SASC). Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week The event will convene decision-makers, industry leaders, researchers and experts to explore the latest technologies that enhance…

Diners will go on a sensorial journey that blends fine dining with immersive storytelling at OsturaIf you’re looking for new restaurants in Dubai, one to add to your must-visit list is Ostura Dubai, a fine dining destination in DIFC inspired by the magic of 1001 Arabian NightsThe restaurant is inspired by 1001 Arabian Nights, so diners will get to enjoy a unique Dubai dining experience complete with live entertainment and food theatrics in a contemporary-designed restaurant. It is located at Emirates Financial Towers in DIFC.It’s not just about the dining at Ostura. Guests will go on a journey that blends…

State Street has stepped into tokenized finance with a $100 million digital debt issuance using JPMorgan’s private blockchain. It’s not a headline-grabbing crypto stunt. It’s a serious step toward modernizing how traditional financial instruments move behind the scenes. First Third-Party Custodian on JPMorgan’s Platform What makes this different is that State Street is the first outside custodian to join JPMorgan’s Digital Debt Service. This isn’t a pilot with training wheels. It’s a working example of two established players teaming up to bring blockchain into the day-to-day reality of institutional finance. BREAKINGState Street is JPMorgan Digital Debt’s first third‑party custodian.$100M OCBC…