Author: Emirates Insight
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…
Women are no longer on the sidelines of the UAE’s financial markets. Far from being cautious newcomers, women in the UAE are building diversified portfolios, aligning with growth sectors, and showing striking confidence in both the local economy and the long-term outlook of UAE companies. eToro’s latest survey reveals that among UAE investors, women are leading in savings and pensions, with higher participation rates than men in both areas. 81% have a savings account (vs. 74% of men), and 26% invest in pensions (vs. 12% of men). More than half (54%) also hold crypto, highlighting their openness to emerging asset…
This seafood delivery is the first of its kind in the UAEYou can get do about anything on an app in Dubai, whether it’s fuel delivery to your home with CAFU, a driver to drive your car after you’ve had a drink with Zofeur or even reporting an accident with the Dubai Police app. Well now you can get seafood delivered in 15 minutes too.noon is known for delivering just about anything to your door in a short amount of time, with noon Minutes specialising in deliveries under 15 minutes. Now noon Minutes has added a special kind of delivery…
Wondering if the crypto cycle is finally over? Today’s crypto market gives a mixed answer, especially with bulls vs bears in the news. BTC is back just above 117K, while ETH remained steady at nearly 4,541 against USD. Meanwhile, XRP caught some momentum, climbing to roughly 3.04 USD, mostly thanks to buzz around upcoming ETFs. It has been a strange mix, but the total crypto market cap is around $4.18 trillion, stablecoins are flowing in, and big players seem interested again. (source – CoinGecko) DeFi TVL is inching upward, too, sitting at $162 billion right now, which is up just…
iPhone: From Dh3,399 iPhone Air: From Dh4,299 iPhone Pro: From Dh4,699 iPhone Pro Max: From Dh5,099 Latest Apple drops Also read: All you need to know about Apple’s new devices in the UAE: iPhone 17, AirPods Pro 3 and Apple Watch Ultra 3 iPhone 17 line up There are four new models this year the iPhone, iPhone Air, iPhone Pro and iPhone Pro Max. All models start with 256GB of storage and for the first time the iPhone 17 Pro Max goes all the way up to 2TB. iPhone air the ultra thin model The new iPhone Air is Apple’s…
Win! Win! Win!Wake up in the heart of Downtown with the city at your feet. Together with Vida Hotels and Resorts, we’re giving away a one-night stay for two at Vida Dubai Mall. The design-led lifestyle hotel that blends warmth, creativity and easygoing cool, with direct access to The Dubai Mall for shopping sprees and late-night dessert runs.Created for the new generation of travellers, think entrepreneurs, creatives, weekend city-breakers, Vida is all about spaces that inspire and connect. Expect clean lines, clever comforts and a social vibe from lobby to room. Your prize? One night in a Deluxe Room with…
The dYdX Foundation, joined by 21Shares, held an analyst call on September 18 to present protocol updates, a new institutional channel, and product plans extending into 2026. The briefing covered market access, technology upgrades, and changes to token economics. For institutional investors, 21Shares launched a physically backed DYDX exchange-traded product in Europe. The ETP holds underlying tokens directly, cutting into the tradable supply while giving funds a regulated wrapper for exposure. On the product front, dYdX outlined several additions. Spot markets and Telegram-based trading are in the works, along with simplified logins for retail users. The team also flagged real-world asset…
PaySelect, the UAE’s first independent digital platform dedicated to simplifying the search for payment solutions, has officially launched with fifteen leading payment providers already on board. Designed for businesses of all sizes – from small startups to large enterprises – PaySelect introduces a new era of transparency and efficiency in an industry long dominated by provider-driven sales. At the heart of the platform is PaySelect’s innovative “Take the Test” tool, which enables merchants to quickly match with the most suitable payment gateways, POS providers, and cross-border partners based on their specific business type, transaction volume, and international needs. With a vision to disrupt the traditional…
The Dubai Comedy Festival is bringing even more laughs this year with a brand-new programme of family-friendly showsSeven acts from around the world will perform in October at the New Covent Garden venues inside Mall of the Emirates. The Dubai Comedy Festival line-up includes award-winning children’s theatre, musical comedy, sketch circus, and even a silent act that has wowed global audiences. The new shows mean that kids, teens and parents can all enjoy the festival together.The big names already confirmedThe festival has already announced a huge line-up of international stars including Tom Segura, NearlyParents, Zakir Khan, My Parents are Divorced,…
Artificial intelligence and automation were the name of the game when it came to startup funding deals this week, with four out of the five startups with new funding embracing AI in some form. Keep reading to find out more about the five local startups that collectively raised more than $340 million, including Firmus, which scored one of the biggest raises of 2025. Firmus Technologies: $330 million L-R: Firmus co-founder Tim Rosenfield, Tasmanian premier Jeremy Rockcliff and Firmus co-founder Oliver Curtis. Source: Firmus Leading this week’s funding round-up is artificial intelligence infrastructure company Firmus Technologies, thanks to a massive $330…