Author: Emirates Insight

Abu Dhabi has completed a successful drone delivery trial with ITC and LODD Autonomous, while unveiling plans for a heavy cargo VTOL aircraft that could transform logistics, boost supply chain efficiency, and cement the emirate’s smart mobility ambitions. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, completed a parcel delivery trial using unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with LODD Autonomous, a company specialising in smart delivery and autonomous aerial logistics technologies. During the trial, a drone equipped with a robotic arm transported a parcel from Al Samha to KIZAD, guided…

Tether is rolling out USAT, a US-compliant stablecoin built to meet the rules of the new GENIUS Act. Unlike USDT, where only about 80% of reserves meet compliance standards, USAT will keep assets with Anchorage Digital. JPMorgan analysts led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou said the launch, alongside Hyperliquid’s USDH and other fintech coins, will pressure Circle. This shift could lift margins and avoid missteps like Circle’s exposure to Silicon Valley Bank in 2023. JPMorgan noted that the fight for market share is zero-sum mainly unless the overall crypto market grows. So, who will win the stablecoin wars? Can Hyperliquid and Fintech…

It’s time to stop and smell the roses, literallyDubai Miracle Garden, one of the city’s most beloved outdoor attractions and world’s largest flower themed garden, has officially announced its reopening date for the new season. Set to welcome visitors once again from Monday, September 29, the garden returns just in time for cooler weather, promising another year of jaw-dropping floral displays, Insta-worthy backdrops, and family-friendly fun.Located in Al Barsha South, the Dubai Miracle Garden is the world’s largest natural flower garden, spread across an impressive 72,000 square metres. With over 50 million blooming flowers across 120 different varieties, the park…

The British comedian Rob Beckett will land into Dubai Opera in JanuaryIf you’re looking for some good laughs this January, especially as you recover from the festive season being fully over then all roads lead to Rob Beckett at Dubai Opera. The British funnyman is bringing his new show Giraffe worldwide and Dubai is one of his stops on Thursday, January 22, 2026.Well known in comedy circles all over the world, you may recognise him from shows such as 8 Out of 10 Cats, or from co-hosting I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! NOW! for a few years.…

As an eventful week ends, Bitcoin and some of the best cryptos to buy are steady. BTC USD is firm above $116,000 while the Ethereum price is wavy around the $4,500 level. Meanwhile, PENGU USD is defying gravity, adding a decent +15%, shaking off the weakness of early this week. While PENGU crypto is down in the meme coin rankings across the board, it still has an active community and decent trading volume. According to Coingecko, PENGU is the top Solana meme coin with a market cap exceeding $2.2Bn. Nonetheless, like other meme coins, including TRUMP, PENGU USD is under…

Flash Facial is a brand new concept to facials in Dubai, made especially for the busy beesWe all know how Dubai life gets, it’s fast paced and people are busy so most of the time taking care of ourselves can be forgotten. This new salon that just opened in Dubai is specially geared to the busy bee. Flash Facials Dubai are offering 15-minute facials so you can take care of your skin while on the go, showing you that beauty doesn’t need to take all day. The salon is located in Dubai Hills Mall so you can pop in while…

Flydubai has launched direct flights to Iași, becoming the first UAE carrier to serve the Romanian city. The new twice-weekly service expands the airline’s Romania network to two destinations, alongside Bucharest. In addition to the new route, flydubai will ramp up its Bucharest flights to a triple daily service, bringing its total weekly frequency to Romania to 21 flights. Flydubai launches direct Dubai–Iași flights The inaugural flight to Iași International Airport (IAS) was welcomed with a traditional water cannon salute and a ceremony attended by local officials, airport representatives and media. Speaking at the event, Jeyhun Efendi, Divisional Senior Vice…

MMI’s The Big Taste is back and better than ever, grab this deal quick while it lastsWine lovers, this one’s for you… MMI’s The Big Taste is back on September 24 and 25, taking over the stunning Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai. For two unforgettable days, you’ll swirl, sip, and savour wines from across the globe — but here’s the real treat as for the next 24 hours only, you can unlock a buy one, get one free ticket deal. That means double the glasses, double the discoveries, and double the fun — all for half the price. It’s the perfect…

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes US crypto legislation finally has a shot at passing. After several days of meeting with lawmakers in Washington, Armstrong said the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act has “a good chance of getting done.” In recent years, Coinbase is where BlackRock stores its BTC while other US exchanges like Gemini or Kraken are a literal who. The bill seeks to clarify how digital assets are regulated, splitting oversight between the SEC, CFTC, and other agencies. It focuses particularly on non-stablecoins like tokenized equities. “This is how we ensure the crypto industry can be built here in…

Things to do on a solo day in Dubai when your ideal company is… youYou don’t need a +1 to make the most of Dubai. Maybe you’ve just landed here on a stopover. Maybe everyone is busy. Or maybe, you just need… space. Fair. Whether you’re in full “do not disturb” mode or just craving a day without conversations, this is your sign to plan the kind of solo day in Dubai that’s 100% yours. Here’s what to do (alone, and proud) this weekend.Ease into the weekend with a quiet hour at Talise SpaImage: SuppliedIf you’re in the mood to…