Author: Emirates Insight

Dubai Design Week will celebrate its 11th edition from 4-9 November 2025 under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and member of Dubai Council. As the region’s leading design festival, this annual celebration of creativity and culture is held in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District (d3), a member of TECOM Group PJSC, and supported by Dubai Culture. Dubai Design Week 2025 coincides with the UAE’s ‘Year of Community’. This year’s programme reflects this theme through a focus on social cohesion, participation and shared…

Emirates has once again claimed the top spot as the “Best Long Haul Airline” at The Telegraph Travel Awards 2025. The airline was voted the best long-haul carrier in the world by 20,000 Telegraph Travel readers. The award ceremony, held recently in London, saw Helen Breen, Emirates’ Leisure Sales Manager in the UK, accept the award on behalf of the airline. Emirates continues to be the airline of choice for customers worldwide and was recognised this month as the “2025’s Most Recommended Global Brand” by YouGov. It was also the only airline to be featured on the top 10 global…

Wealthy individuals in the UK have seen their tax burden increase by nearly 40 per cent over the past four years, according to new analysis from investment migration advisory firm Astons. The findings come amid a growing trend of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) exiting the country, spurred by tighter non-domicile tax rules and increasingly unfavourable fiscal policy. In its latest analysis of HMRC tax receipt data, Astons reports that wealthy UK residents — defined by HMRC as individuals earning over GBP 200,000 annually or holding assets exceeding GBP 2 million — paid GBP 190 billion in tax during the 2023–24 fiscal…

If you want to remove AI from Google Search, here’s how. Google is a million ads in a trench coat. You may not have noticed, but your brain did. Google has pulled the wool over our eyes: the platform is a swamp of ads, SEO, and articles written by robots. Thankfully, with the rise of Web3 and other alternatives, it has never been easier to escape AI. Here are the best ones out now: Reddit: The Easiest Option Now, don’t get us wrong, the internal Reddit search function is horrendous. However, you can find some fantastic content if you use…

GenAI is making storytelling wilder and more accessible than ever. According to Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear, The company that launched RatedG.ai, “We are seeing an exponential growth in the number of AI-Generated films and videos being published on our platform. We will soon be launching the ‘Pay-Per-View’ channel in July 2025.” During our research on Grok to partner with, we found these filmmakers who are recognized for their innovative use of AI tools in storytelling, visual effects, and production. We will be inviting these creative developers to join our Creators Community at https://www.CreatorsCommunity.ai. Notable AI Filmmakers Caleb Ward – Known for the…

The Fez Smart Factory Competitions, launched as part of the FSF Ecosystem and led by the EuroMed University of Fes (UEMF), Morocco, is a competition for companies to become part of an all-in-one support zone for innovative activities. This competition is launched to improve industrial productivity and other KPIs or develop new factories for innovative products, by implementing the principles, methods, and technologies of Industry 4.0. This year, the competition benefits from the support and sponsorship of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) as part of a broader effort to support FSF and the whole Industry 4.0 ecosystem in…

Dialling up the excitement surrounding the #DubaiDestinations summer campaign, Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has partnered with the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai to highlight the very best of Dubai’s summertime experiences for visitors. As part of the initiative, people approaching the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs will be greeted with souvenir ‘passports’ introducing them to the city’s myriad summer experiences in an engaging and fun format. Using a QR code provided in the passport, visitors can tap into the Dubai Destinations website to access interactive guides…

Dragonfly Capital could be in serious trouble. A federal prosecutor told a New York court that the Department of Justice is weighing criminal charges against one of the firm’s general partners in connection with their investment in Tornado Cash. It’s a surprising twist in the trial of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm and raises a bigger question: can investors be held legally responsible for what their portfolio projects do? Legal Spotlight Shines on Tom Schmidt Tom Schmidt, a partner at Dragonfly, found himself mentioned in court when the prosecutor casually noted that charges against him were still on the table.…

Gaming: A Popular Form of EntertainmentWith a tech-savvy population and widespread internet access, it’s no surprise that many Dubai residents turn to their favorite gaming platforms to relax. From console and PC gaming to mobile apps, there’s something for everyone. Popular online casinos are also gaining traction, offering everything from card games to slot machines. For instance, players can enjoy Royal Vegas slots, which provide an exciting experience with a wide variety of games, perfect for those looking for a fun and potentially rewarding way to spend their time.Streaming Services: Binge-Watching and BeyondAnother way that Dubai residents unwind online is…

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and Mercury have announced the formation of a joint venture, Unitey Business Services, to support the Financial Infrastructure Transformation programme (FIT) launched by the CBUAE. The joint venture will enhance the operations of the UAE’s national financial market infrastructure and meet standards and practices in terms of efficiency, resiliency and business continuity of the systems and platforms, the Emirates News Agency (WAM) said in a statement. UAE central bank forms technology partnership The venture aligns CBUAE’s vision with Mercury’s expertise in payments infrastructure technology and services, representing a public-private partnership that…