Author: Emirates Insight
The UAE and South Africa are looking to boost $8.5bn trade ties and develop closer economic ties. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, met with the South African Business Council in the UAE to explore strategies to expand trade, investment, and private sector collaboration between the two nations. The meeting underscored the UAE’s commitment to strengthening economic partnerships with African countries, recognising the continent’s rising importance in global trade. UAE-South Africa trade Al Zeyoudi highlighted the strong performance of bilateral trade, noting that the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade with South Africa reached $8.5bn in 2024, a…
Make the most of the long weekend with food and drinks across Abu DhabiAbu Dhabi is serving up a long weekend, and we are not wasting it. Whether you are in the mood for rooftop belly dancing, Greek cocktails, a Moroccan couscous feast, or just coffee and cake, the city has lined up something for every appetite. Think of it as your cheat sheet to eating, drinking, and living your best life before Monday comes knocking.Marmoura – Beirut Mornings Marmoura breakfastStart your day the Lebanese way at Marmoura. For Dhs65, the table fills with warm bread, dips, eggs, olives and fresh…
India will adopt the Organization for Economic Cooperation’s (OECD) Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) by 1 April 2027. This will not only enable automatic cross-border sharing of crypto transaction data but also tighten tax oversight on offshore holdings. Indian crypto exchanges and service providers will now collect and report customer and transaction data to local tax authorities. Data flows are expected to reveal crypto assets and activity on foreign exchanges and wallets held by Indian residents, hashing out compliance and transparency issues. India is known for its high crypto adoption, but it is struggling to put together an effective regulatory framework.…
New menus, brunch offers and fun workshops for the long weekend in Dubai, it’s all hereIf you’re here in Dubai this long weekend, there are lots of restaurants to choose from. Here are your foodie things to do in Dubai over the long holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday.Friday, September 5A speakeasy brunch offerGABA, Dubai Marina’s hidden speakeasy, tucked behind an Asian tea lounge, has a new brunch and it’s worth trying. It pairs Japanese-inspired dining with soulful beats, curated cocktails, and a warm, retro-luxe atmosphere. It’s unlimited dining and unlimited drinks so you can eat and drink until your…
Unwind this long weekend with Abu Dhabi’s beaches, pools, spas and luxury staycationsNot every long weekend needs big plans. Sometimes all you want is a stretch of sand, a cool swim, or a few hours where the world feels quieter. Abu Dhabi has plenty of places to do just that. From beaches where the water barely ripples to hotel pools with music in the background, and from spa treatments to lazy staycations, here are a few ways to spend the days off without overthinking it.Morning bliss and beach vibes at Kai Beach Kai Beach on Saadiyat Island is exactly what it…
Majid Al Futtaim reported continued profitable growth in the first half of 2025, alongside major strategic investments and advances in digital retail. For the six months ending June 30, 2025, the Group posted consolidated revenue of AED17.3bn ($4.7bn), up 3 per cent year-on-year, while EBITDA rose 9 per cent to AED2.3bn ($626m). Net profit reached AED1.5bn ($408m), with net profit excluding valuation and tax climbing 23 per cent to AED1.3bn ($354m). Majid Al Futtaim results Free cash flow stood at AED1.1bn ($299m), while net debt was reduced to AED13.4bn ($3.6bn). Total assets reached AED70.4bn ($19.2bn), with net debt to equity…
Gemini Space Station Inc., the crypto exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has filed for a $316.7M initial public offering (IPO) in New York. Social media is dubbing it the “Gemini IPO” and the company plans to sell 16.7 million shares priced between $17–$19 each, which would give Gemini a market cap of about $2.2Bn at the top of the range. Gemini controls more than $18Bn in assets and crypto assets, according to its filing. But the company is still losing money, reporting a $282.5M net loss on $68.6M revenue in the first six months of 2025. “We believe…
Abu Dhabi’s Corniche Beach opens for night swimming with family zones, sports facilities, and boardwalk viewsThe Corniche has always been the city’s favourite stretch of sand and sea, but now there’s a new reason to grab your towel. The Abu Dhabi City Municipality has given the green light for night swimming at Corniche Beach, turning sunset into the start of something special.On weekdays you can dive in until 10pm, and on weekends the gates stay open until midnight, giving families, friends, and night owls a safe spot to cool off long after the sun goes down. افتتحت دائرة البلديات والنقل،…
The duo return after a sellout show in Dubai back in 2024Adriatique are coming back to Dubai and they are set to rock Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on Saturday, November 15, for what we predict will be another sold-out show like their debut.The pair are returning with an even more ambitious show this year that will transform Dubai’s skyline into the stage for one of the most electrifying nights of the year.If you missed them back in November 2024 when they held their first show in Dubai, don’t lose out on the chance to see them perform this time. All…
A brand new USDC cloud mining experience: Sign up and receive $12 USD, with steady daily income. USDC has long been widely used as a stablecoin for payments and settlements, but investors have lacked a way to achieve long-term appreciation of their USDC holdings. Now, ALR Miner’s innovative dual model is changing this landscape. As the world’s leading blockchain cloud mining platform, ALR Miner now officially supports launching BTC mining contracts with USDC, allowing USDC holders to receive clear and traceable daily mining rewards, just like Bitcoin miners, transitioning from a static, stable asset to a dynamic income tool. Why…