Author: Emirates Insight
The August issue of the What’s On Abu Dhabi magazine is here, and it’s free to read nowSummer in the capital is sizzling, but we’ve got your ultimate cool-down companion. The What’s On Abu Dhabi August issue has landed, and it’s packed with everything you need to beat the heat, keep busy, and stay ahead of the city’s hottest happenings. Even better? You can read it online for free.This month, we’re embracing the season with a seriously refreshing line-up. We’ve got your icy bucket list of adventures to keep you chilled, the most exciting ways to spend time with your besties, and all…
“I wanted to put a name. So, I put my wife’s name – it has also worked very well in terms of branding,” Menon says with characteristic simplicity, sitting in his Dubai home. “She is the big boss, even though she does not get involved in the business.” That name – Sobha – would go on to grace palaces, mosques, luxury developments worth billions, and eventually become synonymous with what Harvard Business School now teaches as the world’s most successful example of backward integration in real estate. Today, as the 76-year-old founder officially hands over the chairmanship to his son…
This new version, Chat GPT 5, is due to be the best one yetOne of the worlds most popular AI tools has just got an upgrade and you can now use it for free in the UAE. Chat GPT 5 is said to be the smartest, fastest and most useful model so far according to creators. The new version of the tool has built-in computer thinking so you can benefit from expert-level intelligence.Creators have said that this version is a “significant leap in intelligence” and features state-of-the-art performance across various categories such as writing, health, coding, visual perception, math and…
In the end, Trump finally said something that made the market surge. The rally came after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order allowing 401(k) retirement funds to invest in digital assets — a move that could unlock up to $9 trillion in long-term capital for the crypto market. Could this be the spark for the next bull run? Now might be the time to find the next crypto ready to explode. BlackRock applauds Trump's move to let 401(k)s be invested in crypto, private equity, and real estate. pic.twitter.com/UQXBvIv3vA — More Perfect Union (@MorePerfectUS) August 7, 2025 While Trump’s…
The August issue of the What’s On Dubai magazine is here, and it’s free to read nowSummer in Dubai is sizzling, but we’ve got your ultimate cool-down companion. The What’s On Dubai August issue has landed, and it’s packed with everything you need to beat the heat, keep busy, and stay ahead of the city’s hottest happenings. Even better? You can read it online for free.This month, we’re embracing the season with a seriously refreshing line-up. We’ve got your icy bucket list of adventures to keep you chilled, the most exciting ways to spend time with your besties, and a…
Sponsored: Blue Door is a slice of Turkey right on BluewatersIf you’re craving Turkish food that’s rich in flavour and true to tradition, Blue Door on Bluewaters Dubai is a must-visit. Tucked inside the stylish Delano Hotel, it’s a space that keeps things relaxed but big on flavour. Think hearty dishes, rich flavours, and that homemade-style generosity Turkish cuisine is known for, all wrapped in a vibe that’s about good company. Here’s what you can expect from this latest addition to Dubai’s dining scene.The vibeBlue Door offers a warm, inviting atmosphere where every visit feels like a laid-back dinner with…
SharpLink Gaming has secured $200 million in fresh capital through a direct share sale to four institutional investors. Each share was priced at $19.50. The company plans to use the full amount to expand its Ethereum holdings. If all goes as planned, SharpLink expects its ETH treasury to grow beyond $2 billion. Institutions Double Down on Ethereum This level of investment signals something bigger than just one company making a move. Large players are treating Ethereum less like a speculative token and more like a core balance sheet asset. For SharpLink, this isn’t a one-off play. It’s a treasury strategy…
The World Trade Organization’s latest annual report underscores the Middle East’s growing role in global trade governance, with high-profile ministerial diplomacy, renewed accession bids and regional leadership in dispute settlement talks set against a backdrop of slowing global trade growth. The report, published on Thursday, reviewed WTO activities in 2024 and early 2025 and situates the Gulf’s engagement against a backdrop of slowing global trade growth, rising tariff tensions and mounting geopolitical uncertainty. Abu Dhabi sets stage for ministerial breakthroughs The WTO’s 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi in February drew nearly 4,000 ministers, senior officials, business leaders and…
UAE weather today is bringing extreme heat, with temperatures soaring up to 45ºC across the country, along with dust and strong winds in some areasThe hot weather in the UAE today is showing no signs of letting up just yet as blazing sunshine and soaring temperatures continue.According to the latest forecast from AccuWeather, Abu Dhabi is set to sizzle with highs of 44ºC and plenty of sun throughout the day. Come evening, temperatures will drop slightly, but it’ll still be a warm 34ºC.Over in Dubai, it’s a similarly sweltering scene, with hazy sunshine and a high of 42ºC. The mercury…
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) might be back. It may not be stealing headlines, but BCH ▲1.90% but it has picked up speed trading at $564 with volume spiking 73% overnight. Market cap: $11.2 billion. Status: rising from the dead. While a small niche of BCH proponents still believe it will become the largest cryptocurrency in the world, many experts, investors, journalists and members of the crypto community either completely ignore it or openly ridicule it. So, what is Bitcoin Cash really, and is it still relevant in 2025 Bitcoin CashPriceMarket CapBCH$11.61B24h7d30d1yAll time Bitcoin Cash is One of The Only Major Alts…