Author: Emirates Insight

Bitcoin’s gradual price ascent continued in the past several hours as the asset slowly climbed to a 10-day peak of over $118,000. A few altcoins have doubled down on their recent gains, including LINK, which has rocketed by almost 7% to trade above $22. BTC Sees August Peak The current month didn’t start all that well for the primary cryptocurrency as it dipped to a multi-week low of $112,000 just three days in. This came amid ongoing political tension between some of the Great Powers, which included the movement of nuclear submarines. However, the asset reacted well to that dip…

Dubai real estate investors are looking for off-plan properties, high rental yields, and long-term lifestyle investments, according to analysis by brokerage and development firm Asico. Asico has identified key trends shaping GCC buyer preferences for the second half of 2025 based on detailed market analysis and direct client feedback. Wail Abualhamail, Director of Real Estate at Asico, said: “We’ve seen a significant increase in enquiries from GCC clients, especially those seeking a blend of capital appreciation and lifestyle value. Our clients are not just looking for property, they’re making long-term decisions tied to family life, income generation, and future stability…

Moving or visiting? Here’s everything you need to know about the best time to visit DubaiPlanning a trip or move to the city? The best time to visit Dubai depends on what you’re coming for; sun, shopping, cooler weather, or a quiet escape. The city’s sunshine is a big part of the draw, but it’s not all beach days and breezy evenings. The weather shifts more than you’d expect, and so do the crowds, hotel prices, and what the city feels like. Here’s what to expect throughout the year so you can pick the perfect moment to dive in.For the…

Maestro, a leading Bitcoin Finance (BitcoinFi) infrastructure provider, has published the “State of BitcoinFi” report, which brings forward an ecosystem-wide analysis on its financial applications, infrastructure, and ongoing development from a store of value to empowering traditional finance’s (TradFi) on-chain transition. Maestro anticipates volumes to keep surging as enterprises continue to stack BTC in their treasuries and more idle coins are activated for yield and further uses. “We’re witnessing the convergence of TradFi and DeFi into a Bitcoin‑denominated capital market,” said Marvin Bertin, Co‑Founder and CEO of Maestro.“For the first time since 2009, the critical pieces for on‑chain financial apps…

The Syrian government has signed a $4bn memorandum of understanding with an international consortium led by Qatar’s UCC Holding to redevelop Damascus International Airport into one of the region’s most advanced aviation hubs. The agreement, signed under the patronage of President Ahmad Al Sharaa and with the support of the Qatari government, represents one of the largest foreign investments in Syria in decades and a cornerstone of the country’s post-conflict reconstruction and economic recovery strategy. The international consortium includes UCC Concessions Investments (Qatar), Assets Investments USA (USA), and Turkish giants Cengiz İnşaat, Kalyon İnşaat, and TAV Tepe Akfen. Qatar-backed consortium…

Ethereum (ETH) has surged past the $4,200 mark for the first time since December 2024. The latest milestone comes with a retail optimism, which is overshadowing bearish views. Bullish Hashtags Dominate Social Media Ether is currently trading above $4,200, and this surge has sparked optimism among traders. In fact, social media sentiment shows a strong bullish tilt, with hashtags like #buying, #bought, #bullish, and #higher trending alongside ETH. On the other hand, bearish commentary, including #selling, #sold, #bearish, and #lower, is appearing at roughly half the rate. Crypto analytics platform, Santiment highlighted the growing retail-driven enthusiasm but warned that excessive…

Across any commercial landscape, the biggest brands often have one thing in common. From Apple to Nike, from Slack to Zoom, one-word names dominate, and they pack the ultimate marketing punch. These names are simple, memorable, and meaningful; they generate the most curiosity in consumers and, when converted into digital real estate, they play a major role in securing funding for your startup.So why don’t all businesses launch with a truly elite name? One problem for new brands is that exact-match domains are almost impossible to come by with single-word domains, often costing six to seven figures. The thing is,…

Ripple has recently rallied to test the key $3.6 resistance zone. Should buying pressure continue and price secure a breakout above this level, the move could pave the way for an extended advance toward the $4 region. By Shayan The Daily Chart XRP has recently bounced from the critical $2.8 support zone, which aligns with the 0.5 Fibonacci retracement of the prior rally. This confluence attracted notable buying interest, triggering a sharp upswing toward the $3.4–$3.6 resistance range. This zone represents a prior swing high and a likely area of concentrated supply, making it a significant hurdle for buyers to…

The UAE and Russia have signed a Trade in Services and Investment Agreement (TISIA), marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral economic ties and expanding foreign direct investment (FDI) flows between the two nations. The signing took place in Moscow during the visit of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ways of deepening cooperation across areas of mutual interest. The agreement was signed by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, and Maxim Reshetnikov, Russian Minister of Economic Development. UAE-Russia trade While the…

A violent attack in central Paris has left a man without a hard drive containing €2 million worth of Bitcoin. The incident, which took place on Tuesday evening, August 5, is the latest in a growing pattern of crypto-related crimes in France. Details Of The Attack According to local media reports, the incident began at around 7:15 p.m. at the Peninsula Hotel, a luxury establishment located on Avenue Kléber in Paris’s 16th arrondissement. Hotel staff alerted the police after witnessing five unknown men approach one of their guests and demand, “Give us 400,000 euros, and it’s over.” The victim was…