Author: Emirates Insight

It’s not just a card in your wallet. Your Emirates ID chip is like a mini hard drive holding way more about you than you thinkWe all carry it around in our wallets, but do you know what’s really inside your Emirates ID? The small chip at the back of the card actually holds 20 different pieces of information about you, most of which you can’t even see printed on the card.The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) introduced the new Emirates ID in 2021. It comes with more storage space and stronger security, making it…

South Korea will implement the Organization for Economic Cooperation’s (OECD) Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) starting next year. The country’s Ministry of Strategy and Finance officially launched the Information Exchange Agreement on 2 September 2025.  What does this mean for crypto investors? Data on foreign investors using Korean exchanges will be shared with their home tax authorities, and records of Koreans trading overseas platforms will be reported to Korea’s National Tax Service. According to local media, a Ministry official said, “This is a separate matter from taxation.” The official added, “The purpose is to establish detailed regulations for implementing the Virtual…

The September issue of the What’s On Dubai magazine is here, and it’s free to read nowBack to school, back to work? Or just moved to Dubai? Not to worry. The What’s On Dubai September issue has landed, and it’s packed with everything you need to get to know the city, whether you are brand new to Dubai, or been here for 10 years. Even better? You can read it online for free.This month, we’re going into detail about the different places around the city, we’ve rounded up the most romantic date night spots, and top places for a glass…

The off-plan segment dominated activity with 12,917 transactions worth AED28.3bn ($7.7bn), marking a 22.1 per cent rise in volumes as investor appetite for new launches surged across Dubai’s master-planned communities. The secondary market contributed 4,076 transactions, with sales value up 5.8 per cent year-on-year to AED11.7bn ($3.2bn). This stability in established districts highlighted the market’s maturity and steady end-user demand. Dubai real estate August 2025 Farooq Syed, CEO of Springfield Properties, said: “Dubai’s real estate market continues to demonstrate balance. Off-plan sales highlight investor appetite for the city’s future, while steady activity in the secondary segment reflects the trust end-users…

Abu Dhabi welcomes Ash & Oak, a moody new lounge offering cigars, cocktails, and live jazzAsh & Oak has opened inside the Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, cloaked in cigar smoke, low light, and the sultry pull of jazz. It feels like a secret rendezvous where the night unfolds with the glamour of a spy thriller.At the launch, a singer in a white and silver sequin dress glided through the crowd, her voice echoing across the lounge as she delivered acoustic versions of Dancing Queen, Yellow, and I Will Survive. Moving between tables, she sang close enough to catch the expressions…

The recent Productivity Roundtable in Canberra focused on how to increase productivity and resilience with technology, but one niche sector was overlooked, as it often is: agtech. Yet agriculture is where some of the most urgent innovation is taking place, particularly in adapting to climate change, increasing yields and productivity. Beanstalk’s Drought Venture Studio, backed by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund, is supporting innovators working at the intersection of agriculture and climate resilience. The program helps commercialise research and backs early-stage founders building solutions to help prepare farmers for the next dry spell. Here are at the seven ventures…

Once again, 2D crypto investigator ZachXBT shook the crypto Twitter space by revealing that more than 200 influencers had not disclosed their paid promotions. A spreadsheet with how much they charge and links to wallets where they have received the funds makes it even spicier. ZachXBT claims that at max, only five out of those 200 paid promoters disclosed their posts as ads. BitcoinPriceMarket CapBTC$2.17T24h7d30d1yAll time DISCOVER: Best Meme Coin ICOs to Invest in 2025 Who is ZachXBT? Why is Crypto Twitter in Turmoil? ZachXBT started his journey in 2017. He started as a regular crypto trader, and not long…

Public service announcement for the girls: get cheap blow dries in DubaiGirls, we all know the struggle of washing and drying our hair. It makes getting a blow-dry from a salon such a treat, just because someone else does it for you. And nothing beats walking out of the salon with freshly washed and styled hair. But sadly, it often can come at a price, and the price often isn’t cheap. Thankfully, though, this salon in Dubai is here to help, and the prices will blow your mind (and your hair).For the month of September, La Beauté, a beauty salon…

Nicotine pouches, newly legal in the United Arab Emirates, are drawing interest from smokers looking for a “smoke-free” alternative, but experts warn that while the products bypass the lungs and may reduce cancer risks, they remain addictive and carry their own set of health concerns. The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) authorised the sale of tobacco-free nicotine pouches from late July, provided they meet Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS) certification. The move aligns with the UAE’s wider tobacco harm-reduction strategy, which has previously included strict regulation of e-cigarettes and shisha. Doctors say the legalisation has triggered a noticeable…

Bohemia Presents returns with big names, big beats and beachfront vibesThe legendary Bohemia Presents is back at FIVE Palm Jumeirah this October with another season of world class house music and some of the biggest names in electronic music.The ultimate Dubai beach partyBohemia Beach Club is already known as one of Dubai’s most glamorous party spots. Think luxury loungers, a glass infinity pool overlooking Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and Ain Dubai, plus cocktails, shisha, and a famously high energy crowd. It’s more than just a party, it’s a full day to night experience that mixes luxury with music.Last season saw…