Author: Emirates Insight

Bitpanda became the latest digital asset entity to get involved with the Premier League – the top-tier soccer league of England. Other crypto organizations that have previously done so include Tezos and Floki. Bitpanda Returns to the UK The British soccer giant Arsenal announced a multi-year partnership with Bitnapda, a renowned cryptocurrency broker that is headquartered in Austria.  As part of the deal, the company’s branding will be featured at Emirates Stadium (the home ground of the team), starting with the first game for the new season against Leeds United on August 23. “Together, Bitpanda and Arsenal will deliver immersive…

Ethereum’s latest attempt to push past its all-time high of $4.8K has faltered, leading to a painful correction. Despite this setback, the asset remains supported by multiple key levels, with heightened volatility likely as the market consolidates. Technical Analysis By ShayanMarkets The Daily Chart Ethereum buyers recently tested the $4.8K ATH but were met with strong selling pressure, likely stemming from profit-taking and distribution. This rejection triggered a 9% decline, pulling the price back into a corrective phase. Currently, ETH appears to be consolidating within the $4.2K–$4.8K range, which now serves as a critical decision zone. A breakout above the…

Dubai’s economy expanded to AED119.7bn ($32.6bn) in the first quarter of 2025, up 4 per cent compared to the same period in 2024, underscoring the emirate’s economic resilience and sectoral diversity. According to data from the emirate’s Data and Statistics Establishment, the surge was fuelled by standout performances across multiple industries. Human health and social work posted the fastest growth in Q1, rising 26 per cent year-on-year to AED1.9bn ($517m), driven by rising demand for healthcare services. Dubai GDP growth The booming real estate sector grew 7.8 per cent to AED9bn ($2.45bn), maintaining its role as a key economic pillar,…

Ethereum-focused digital asset treasuries are scaling at a fast pace. This corporate adoption is highlighting the altcoin’s “dual role” as a reserve asset and on-chain yield generator. While this trend is expected to improve liquidity and network engagement, CoinMetrics believes that it also introduces risks related to leverage, funding, and prudent capital allocation. Corporate ETH Holdings In the latest edition of ‘State of the Network,’ Coin Metrics said Ethereum corporate treasuries have accumulated 2.2 million ETH, which is about 1.8% of the crypto asset’s total supply, since July. Five major companies lead this trend, financing purchases through equity raises such…

Zand, an AI-powered fintech and financial services group based in the United Arab Emirates, has signed a strategic agreement with Mastercard to enhance its cross-border payment offerings. The partnership will leverage Mastercard Move, the company’s suite of money movement solutions to deliver secure, efficient, and seamless international transfers for Zand customers. In the first phase, Zand will introduce payment options including deposits into bank accounts and mobile wallets across multiple markets, along with cash pick-up services. The move reflects both companies’ commitment to advancing the digital economy and driving financial inclusion across the region. J.K. Khalil, Executive Vice President and…

Before Trump flexed the US air force to Putin yesterday, the crypto market began with huge optimism, with Bitcoin floating at the $120,000 area. Following it, crypto experienced mixed sentiments. Bitcoin recorded an all-time high(ATH)of $124k, with Ethereum flying just 3% shy of its ATH, which was then followed by 5-6% dips across the whole market. Underlying tensions from geopolitical talks and regulatory shifts have resurfaced, turning the narrative and sentiment upside down. Crypto-related dramas unfolded rapidly, starting with the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, which resulted in nothing for the Ukraine deal. The no-peace deal has stalled the potential of…

Ethereum’s rally stalled just 1.94% below its November 2021 all-time high of $4,878 before sellers forced a pullback. Now, ETH USD is trading near $4,450, retreating after a +29% climb in the past 30 days. The inability to break through resistance highlights the technical overhang that continues to cap upside momentum even as institutional flows remain a dominant driver of short-term performance. EthereumPriceMarket CapETH$537.94B24h7d30d1yAll time ETF Inflows Crushed After 8 Day $3.7Bn Streak – Are ETH USD Outflows Here to Stay? The rejection coincided with the first net outflow from U.S. spot Ether ETFs in nine trading sessions. According to…

The 2025 Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) has kicked off in Saudi Arabia with unprecedented global participation, receiving more than 10,000 project submissions from entrepreneurs across 169 countries — double last year’s total. The global finals will take place in Riyadh, hosted by Saudi Arabia’s Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at), in partnership with the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk) and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN). The event highlights the Kingdom’s growing reputation as an international hub for innovation and entrepreneurial ventures. 2025 Entrepreneurship World Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia The competition showcases a broad spectrum of solutions to global…

Girly days out in Dubai are the best days, here are some things to doSend this to the groupchat, we’ve gathered the cutest things to do in Dubai with the girlies this month.Try the new ladies night at ClapThe DIFC hotspot’s new ladies’ night has kicked off on Thursday nights and it’s in Ongaku, the hidden bar inside of Clap. Grab your gals and head down from 8pm til late. You’ll get three hours of free-flowing beverages and three dishes per person for Dhs240.@ongakubyclap“Mani-Pedi please?”Is there anything better than catching up with your bestie while you’re both getting your nails…

Andreessen Horowitz, better known as a16z, and the DeFi Education Fund are calling on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce a regulatory safe harbor for decentralized applications. They sent a detailed letter to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce asking for clearer rules that would stop certain dApps from being lumped in with broker-dealers. Drawing the Line Between Tools and Intermediaries Their main argument is simple: not all apps that touch crypto are trying to be financial middlemen. Some are just tools that let users interact with smart contracts. If a dApp doesn’t hold funds, provide investment advice, or interfere…