Author: Emirates Insight

Dubai International Chamber has announced record results for the first half of 2025, underscoring the emirate’s growing appeal to global businesses. The Chamber attracted 143 companies to the emirate in H1 2025, representing a 138 per cent increase compared to the 60 companies that entered the market in the same period last year. These included 31 multinational companies (MNCs), also a 138 per cent jump from the 13 attracted in H1 2024, alongside 112 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), up from 47 in H1 2024. Dubai International Chamber Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of Dubai International Chamber, said: “We are…

A world first at Dubai Airport: Travel through passport control in seconds with no documents neededDubai International Airport, the busiest hub for international travel, has launched what it’s calling the world’s first AI-powered passenger corridor. The new system is designed to make travel faster and easier, letting passengers skip traditional passport control.This comes as no surprise, as Dubai is always ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation and smart travel.Over 3.6 million passengers are expected to arrive at Dubai Airport between August 13 and 25 due to the back-to-school rush. That’s around 280,000 travellers a day, so the timing…

Gemini is moving ahead with plans to go public. The Winklevoss-owned crypto exchange just filed for a Nasdaq listing under the ticker GEMI. The filing gives a rare look at Gemini’s finances and strategy as it tries to reestablish itself in a maturing market. Massive Losses Underscore a Tough Year The numbers are rough. Gemini posted a net loss of $282.5 million in the first half of 2025, compared to a $41.4 million loss in the same period last year. Revenue also dropped to $68.6 million, down from $74.3 million. These figures show just how difficult the past year has…

Leaving less than a safe braking distance behind the car ahead now comes with serious consequences, here’s how to drive smart and stay penalty-freeTailgating isn’t just reckless, it’s now costly. According to Dubai Police, drivers who follow too closely could face a Dhs400 fine, receive four black points, and even risk having their vehicle impounded for up to 30 days.Tailgating specifically refers to following another vehicle so closely that there’s insufficient space to stop safely if the front car brakes suddenly. This way-too-close behaviour raises the risk of abrupt collisions and chain-reaction accidents, especially on high-speed roads. Did you know…

Chainlink recently launched its LINK reserves feature that allows it to channel its on-chain and enterprise fees into it. Data compiled on its website shows that it now has 109,663 LINK tokens in its reserves. Chainlink is quickly becoming the best altcoin to buy in 2025. With LINK currently trading for $24.6, the reserves are valued at over $2.8 million, and this number is expected to continue rising. Thus far, the strategy has been profitable, with the LINK cost basis being $19.65. ChainlinkPriceMarket CapLINK$17.25B24h7d30d1yAll time Chainlink Reserve Launched On August 7: Has Everything Changed For LINK Price? Launched on August…

The MENA region recorded 425 merger and acquisition (M&A) deals in the first half of 2025, marking a 31 per cent increase in volume and a 19 per cent rise in value to $58.7bn (AED215.6bn) compared with the same period in 2024, according to the latest EY MENA M&A Insights report. This performance builds on momentum from 2024, supported by regulatory reforms, policy shifts, and a resilient macroeconomic outlook. While activity slowed slightly in Q2 due to shifting global trade policies and regional conflicts, dealmaking remained robust, with diversification strategies and high-potential sectors fuelling growth. UAE leads MENA M&A activity…

du Pay, the advanced digital financial services subsidiary of du launches the ‘Salary in the Digital Wallet’ (SITW) feature, a cutting-edge service that allows UAE workforce to receive their salaries directly into their digital du Pay wallets. This feature will enhance the lives of the workforce in the UAE through access to simple, secure, and digital financial services. The newly added functionality enables customers to get a unique IBAN when registering with du Pay, making it easy to receive salaries into the digital wallets. The initiative is set to transform the way the workforce manages their earnings, empowering them with…

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again kicked key crypto ETF applications into the long grass, delaying a slate of high-profile filings until October – in a deja vu moment for SEC crypto timelines. In notices filed August 18, the regulator extended review deadlines for NYSE Arca’s Truth Social Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF to October 8, for 21Shares’ and Bitwise’s Solana funds to October 16, and for the 21Shares Core XRP Trust to October 19. Are Political Fears Holding Back Trump’s Crypto ETF? The Truth Social ETF, submitted in June and backed by Trump Media’s platform, is structured as…

Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced its key achievements for the first half of 2025. The impressive results reflect the chamber’s growing contributions to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and reinforcing Dubai’s position as a leading global investment destination. Dubai International Chamber successfully attracted 143 companies to Dubai during H1 2025, representing a 138% increase compared to the 60 companies attracted in H1 2024. These included 31 multinational companies (MNCs), marking a 138% increase over the 13 attracted in H1 2024. Meanwhile, 112 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were…

The Dubai real estate sector recorded AED16.29bn ($4.4bn) of transactions last week, according to data from the Land Department. Sales transactions dominated the figures, with AED10.96bn ($3bn), according to Land Department data. In total there were 4,695 sales transactions recorded between August 11 and August 15. Dubai real estate last week Among the most expensive sales transactions listed on the Land Department website were: An apartment in Selicon Star 2 in Silicon Oasis sold for AED100m ($27.2m) An apartment in Bugatti Residences by Binghatti in Business Bay sold for AED57m ($15.5m) An apartment in One Casa at Dubai Water Canal…