Author: Emirates Insight
This summer, food lovers are in for a treat with exclusive dining offers at two of Dubai’s most iconic lifestyle destinations: City Walk and The Beach JBR. Whether you’re looking to escape the heat, cool off with something refreshing, or discover a new favourite spot, talabat’s DineOut Deals offer up to 30% off at a curated selection of top restaurants across both destinations till 30 September. With more than 40 participating restaurants, City Walk and The Beach JBR offer a dynamic mix of dining experiences to suit every taste. At City Walk, guests can enjoy bold flavours in stylish surroundings,…
Every small business owner who cares about profit should care just as much about their employees. High staff morale is vital for fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation, boosting productivity and job satisfaction, and discouraging burnout, absenteeism, and turnover. These nine critical workplace amenities will help keep your employees happy. #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; false;clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; width: px;} /* Add your own Mailchimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. */ Sign Up for The Start Newsletter * indicates required Email…
Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 46 million guests in the first six months of 2025, marking its busiest first half on record. The 2.3% year-on-year growth underscores DXB’s resilience, the continued strength of Dubai’s aviation sector and the airport’s ability to maintain high performance despite temporary regional airspace disruptions in May and June. This achievement reinforces DXB’s vital role in connecting Dubai to the world and supporting the city’s broader economic progress. In the second quarter alone, DXB served 22.5 million guests, an increase of 3.1% over the same period last year. April emerged as the busiest month of the quarter…
It’s 5 AM on a weekend in Dubai. Your Instagram feed tells a familiar story. Yet another acquaintance has posted from their ice bath session – steam rising off red, shocked skin as they emerge from water that would make a polar bear shiver. The ritual has become so commonplace that Arabian Business journalists Nicole Abigael and Tala Michel Issa barely registered it anymore – until they started looking at the numbers behind the trend. “I think discomfort sells, and people are buying in,” Abigael says on the latest episode of the AB Majlis podcast, ‘No pain, no gain? Ice…
CoinDCX Acquisition by Coinbase is reportedly in advanced discussions, coming just a few weeks after the exchange was targeted in a $44 million crypto heist. A local publication, citing unknown sources, published an article on 29 July 2025, revealing that the deal would value CoinDCX below $900 million, a steep decline from its $2.2 billion valuation peak in 2021. Industry insiders have chalked up the CoinDCX Acquisition by Coinbase as its broader strategy to gain a strategic foothold in India’s evolving crypto landscape. #Update US crypto giant Coinbase is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire Indian exchange CoinDCX at a…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the second phase of the project to upgrade waiting areas at marine transport stations in Dubai. This phase covers five key stations: Al Fahidi, Baniyas, Al Seef, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Bluewaters. The project aims to enhance customer service by providing a comfortable and modern environment that enriches the marine transport experience. It also supports RTA’s strategy to promote customer happiness through innovative services that foster sustainability, convenience, and a higher quality of life for all. The development includes the installation of advanced air-conditioning systems, designated waiting areas for customers and People…
Ultra-luxury iconic car marque Rolls-Royce is now available as a new Platinum Class option from the global chauffeur service Blacklane. Initially in Dubai, the introduction of Rolls-Royce models to Blacklane is part of ongoing investment and expansion across the Middle East for the fast-growth business. The development follows the addition of Business Class – Blacklane’s entry level vehicle option – in Dubai as operations in the UAE continue to expand. A fleet of all-electric Mercedes Benz EQEs were added to the Blacklane platform in March this year, boosting the already popular First Class service established in the city since 2023.…
South Korea’s two largest political parties have taken center stage, unveiling rival stablecoin bills in the country. The prohibition of interest payments on stablecoins has become the most contentious issue in the stablecoin bills. Lawmakers from both the ruling Democratic Party (DP) and the opposition People Power Party (PPP) introduced legislation in late July 2025 that could pave the way for won-backed stablecoins. According to local news report published on 28 July 2025, “the ruling party believes that interest payments should be banned to prevent market disruption, while the opposition party believes that it is necessary to increase the competitiveness…
Running a business, like waging a war, goes exactly as planned right until the moment you start. I mean that literally. When I started my first business in my early twenties, for example, I hedged my bets by informing my boss at the time that I’d work part-time for him but do my own thing on my days off and the weekend. That way, I’d enjoy at least one guaranteed source of income as a buffer as I experimented with small business ownership. My position was complicated by the fact that my side-hustle – manufacturing and repairing commercial signs –…
In a city saturated with short-term rental providers, Homevy has become the name on everyone’s lips, from property owners looking to scale to guests who refuse to settle. Here’s why…What Makes Homevy Dubai’s Best Short Let Management Company?When people search for short let management in Dubai, they’re usually looking for two things: more profit and less stress.Homevy delivers both, but goes a step further.Instead of focusing solely on occupancy rates, they focus on actual revenue, guest experience and quality. From the way each apartment is styled, to the custom welcome guidebooks given to guests, Homevy has turned short stays into moments…