Author: Emirates Insight
If you were frantically refreshing your apps last night wondering, “HELLOOO… what’s wrong with the servers!?”, you were not alone. A bunch of major websites went down yesterday, and people across the UAE were also hit with error messages left, right, and centre A Cloudflare outage caused widespread internet issues that led social media platforms of X, Canva, ChatGPT and Spotify, among others to have gone down temporarily The apps started acting up or refused to load at all. In a WhatsApp Poll shared on the Lovin’ Dubai channel, more than 70% users said that they were facing internet issues…
A tragic incident unfolded at the Dubai Airshow 2025 on Friday when an Indian Air Force (IAF) Tejas fighter jet crashed during an aerial display at Al Maktoum International Airport. The aircraft went down in front of thousands of spectators, catching fire moments after impact. The incident resulted in the death of the pilot, both Dubai Media Office and Indian Air Force have confirmed. The UAE Ministry of Defence confirmed that a court of inquiry has been established to determine what caused the crash. What Happened The Indian HAL Tejas, a combat aircraft used in the Indian Air Force, was…
The UAE and Canada are looking to boost trade ties as investment passes $70bn and the countries look to commence launch Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations. The Canada-UAE Investment Summit in Abu Dhabi has reinforced the rapidly expanding economic partnership between the two countries, with senior ministers and global industry leaders unveiling new agreements and developing relations. Hosted by the Canada-UAE Business Council (CUBC) in partnership with ADNOC and XRG, the forum brought together government officials, institutional investors and private-sector executives to accelerate cooperation across priority sectors including energy, technology, infrastructure and artificial intelligence. UAE and Canada investments The…
Investigators found drug traffickers, Southeast Asian scam gangs, and North Korean hackers frequently using major crypto platforms to quietly move their funds. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists’ (ICIJ) Coin Laundry investigation found illicit funds were funneled through major cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, OKX, Coinbase, Kraken, Bybit, and Kucoin, as part of a global shadow economy benefiting from criminal proceeds. The 10-month cross-border project, which was conducted with 37 media partners in 35 countries, gathered hundreds of wallet addresses connected to scams, theft, sanctions violations, and other illicit activity, and traced tens of thousands of transactions across public blockchains.…
Byju Raveendran, the embattled founder of Indian ed-tech giant Byju’s, has blasted a U.S. bankruptcy court’s order directing him to pay more than $1.07 billion. He is denying wrongdoing, accusing lenders of misleading the court, and vowing to appeal a ruling that marks a dramatic fall for a onetime poster boy of India’s startup boom. The Delaware bankruptcy judge issued a default judgment after finding that Raveendran had repeatedly ignored court orders and provided “evasive, incomplete” responses regarding about $533 million that Byju’s U.S. unit allegedly transferred in 2022 and never recovered. The judge also cited issues with a separate…
Dubai is set to come alive with spectacular citywide celebrations for the 54th Eid Al Etihad, commemorating the UAE’s union with a sensational showcase of national pride, unity, and community. Taking place from 1 to 3 December 2025, this year’s celebrations promise a refreshed programme that blends culture, heritage, hospitality, gastronomy, family entertainment, and more. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the festivities feature dazzling fireworks, live concerts, picture-perfect parades, exclusive staycation offers, retail promotions, and diverse dining, alongside brand-new experiences introduced for the first time ever. With its dynamic mix of returning favourites and exciting debuts, the…
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Dubai Land Department (DLD) have launched a new partnership to accelerate innovation in property technology (PropTech) through Sandbox Dubai, a programme designed to develop next-generation regulatory frameworks in support of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). The initiative aims to create a regulatory environment that fast-tracks emerging technologies, enhances real estate efficiency and sustainability, and strengthens Dubai’s position as a global hub for PropTech. The PropTech Sandbox will test and scale cutting-edge real estate technologies within a safe and structured environment. Dubai real estate partnership The programme will facilitate knowledge exchange and capacity building while bringing…
Emirates SkyCargo and LODD Autonomous signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 2025 Dubai Airshow, to explore the development and deployment of next generation air cargo solutions. The agreement was signed by Badr Abbas, Emirates SkyCargo’s Divisional Senior Vice President and Rashid Al Manai, Chief Executive Officer of LODD Autonomous. Under the terms of the MoU, Emirates SkyCargo and LODD Autonomous will collaborate to validate the use of VTOL (Vertical Take Off and Landing) aircraft across the airline’s vast global network, through feasibility studies, regulatory engagement and live demonstrations. Leveraging over four decades’ expertise in the global movement of…
Although the day ended in the green, BlackRock’s IBIT extended its negative streak. The spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States set a new record in terms of trading volume on Friday, which was categorized as “wild but normal” by experts. This came amid turbulent times for the underlying asset, which experienced a substantial price volatility that included a drop toward $80,000 and a subsequent recovery of almost five grand. BTC ETFs See New Record Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas described the events that took place on the spot Bitcoin ETF front as an “eruption” in the trading…
Only a few years ago, funding decisions relied on manual spreadsheets, phone calls, and gut instinct. Today, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing how capital moves, providing investors and banks with real-time insights, predictive power, and swifter decision-making for small business funding. Advanced AI Analytics Powers Faster, Smarter Investment Decisions Investors now depend on advanced analytics to stay ahead in the market. Modern platforms scan vast amounts of financial data and public sentiment in real time, quickly identifying trends and uncovering new opportunities. For small and mid-sized businesses, there are companies like Affiniti offering AI-powered CFO agents tailored to their needs. These…