Author: Emirates Insight
Students at Dwight School Dubai have raised AED 24,000 for charity through their annual Winter Fayre, a fully student-run social enterprise initiative that empowers young learners to apply real-world skills while supporting families and communities in need. Organised as part of Dwight’s Spark Enterprise Project, the initiative placed Grade 7 and 8 students in charge of the entire process, from product development and stall design to budgeting, marketing, and sales. Every dirham raised will be donated directly to charity, reinforcing the school’s commitment to service, compassion, and meaningful community engagement. Over the weeks leading up to the Fayre, students worked…
The new Decree-Law enables the use of industrial hemp across several industries, including textiles, construction, paper and packaging, as well as in the manufacture of legally authorised medical products, while imposing strict controls and prohibitions to prevent misuse. The Decree-Law explicitly prohibits the personal or recreational use of industrial hemp. UAE hemp laws This includes the import, manufacture, or use of industrial hemp products related to food products, dietary supplements, veterinary products, smoking products, or any other products specified by Cabinet decision. It also prohibits the import, manufacture, or use of cosmetic products containing industrial hemp, except for those containing…
Base’s new tokenized app blends social content, crypto trading, and payments, with stocks and prediction markets coming. Coinbase’s ‘Everything app’ has officially launched, bringing social features, trading, payments, and earning tools into a single platform. The cryptocurrency exchange has also confirmed plans to introduce stock trading and prediction markets on the platform. Tokenized Social and Trading Platform First announced in July, the Base app was positioned as a rebrand of Coinbase Wallet, marking what the company described as a new chapter in its ecosystem. The beta version of the ‘Everything app’ had initially only been available to waitlisted users…
Global Village is turning up the flavour with its spectacular line-up of over 250 dining options, inviting guests to eat their way around the world. Food lovers seeking a taste of Thailand and the wider Asian region can drift into the ever-popular Floating Market, while fans of bold spices and vibrant Indian street food will find themselves right at home at the irresistible Indian Chaat Bazaar. Whether exploring solo, with friends, or families, both hotspots are designed to whisk guests straight to the heart of each country’s culinary traditions and treasured flavours. At the Floating Market, guests can quite literally…
Founders Gabriel Sanchez (Enspectra Health) and Tom Harries (Earth Funeral) share what it takes to build in heavily regulated industries where “move fast and break things” simply won’t work. In this episode of Build Mode, they reveal the realities of navigating FDA approval processes, state-by-state regulations, and cultural taboos while building products that are literally matters of life and death. Gabriel walks through Enspectra’s nearly decade-long journey to FDA clearance for its skin imaging device, while Tom discusses building a human composting service as an alternative to cremation and burial. They offer tactical advice on iterating while waiting for regulatory…
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Cabinet Resolution No. (198) of 2025, amending certain provisions of Cabinet Resolution No. (37) of 2017 concerning the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (7) of 2017 on Excise Tax. The amendments are based on recent changes introduced under Federal Decree-Law No. (7) of 2025, which amended several provisions of the Excise Tax regime. The updates form part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to modernise its tax legislative framework and align the legal provisions of the Decree-Law with its Executive Regulation. UAE Excise Tax law updated According to the Ministry…
Expo City Dubai’s Real Estate and Development division has launched the Exposure programme – a wide-ranging, two-year, tailored programme for fresh Emirati graduates that will equip them with the knowledge, skills and experience to lead the future of real estate and sustainable urban development in the UAE. As master developer, Expo City is committed to driving progress in sustainable urban living, and the new programme will cultivate future leaders capable of managing the full real estate value chain – a strategic pipeline that will bridge the gap between academic theory and professional leadership. The initiative supports Expo City’s development as…
Bitcoin trades near $86.9K after rejecting a key trendline, with a possible 3D death cross and support tests near $83K and $80K. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading near $87,000 after a brief spike above $90,000. The move was short-lived, and the asset has since returned to its earlier range. Over the past week, BTC has dropped by 4%, while 24-hour trading volume stands at $50 billion. Several market indicators are pointing to a possible shift in trend direction. Long-Term Trendline Continues to Hold Since 2018, Bitcoin has repeatedly touched and rejected a specific diagonal resistance line. This trendline has been…
This holiday season, Dubai Holding Entertainment invites residents and visitors to celebrate across Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, The Green Planet™ Dubai and Wild Wadi Waterpark™, where each destination delivers its own festive atmosphere through sparkling décor, themed shows, cheerful parades and holiday activities for the whole family. Dubai Parks™ and Resorts From Wednesday, 10 December to Sunday, 11 January, Dubai Parks™ and Resorts will transform into a festive wonderland, complete with shimmering lights, themed décor, and a full lineup of holiday entertainment for guests of all ages. Until Saturday, 27 December, the park will also light up with fireworks every…
When Jen Clark launched Heartful, the online accommodation marketplace for sustainable and inclusive travel, just over 12 months ago, the last thing she predicted as a founder was that AI bot attacks could lead to its potential demise. It wasn’t even an attack on Heartful, which has more than 550 high-quality property listings nationally. They came after 47-year-old LGBTIQ+ founder’s funding source, her design business. The Ai bot attack, spanning October and November 2025, originating from China and Singapore, overwhelmed the Jen Clark Design website, despite having robust security measures in place. She’d normally receive around 20-25 client enquiries a month, which…