Author: Emirates Insight
January sets new record as Dubai Airport welcomes 46 million travellers in six monthsDubai International Airport (DXB) has just reported its busiest first half on record, welcoming a staggering 46 million passengers in the first six months of 2025, despite disruptions caused by regional geopolitical tensions.The world’s busiest international airport saw a 2.3% year-on-year growth from January to June, cementing Dubai’s place as one of the globe’s most important travel hubs. January took the crown as the busiest month ever, with 8.5 million travellers passing through the airport. This set a new monthly record.In a statement released Tuesday, Dubai Airports…
In this era of digital interactions, maintaining authenticity in brand messaging is critical to business success. The content available online can be overwhelming for customers. Hence, they tend to ignore or disengage with marketing messages that aren’t relevant to their journey. A recent global survey of 3,300 consumers revealed the growing demand for relevant content: 96% of respondents shared that personalized messaging can convince them to choose the brand. Simply put一customers want brands to share content that feels relatable, real, and human. With artificial intelligence, businesses, especially startups, have been able to scale their content production cost-effectively. However, the output…
Where to eat, where to stay and what to expect as Jennifer Lopez brings her blockbuster tour to Etihad ArenaGet ready, Abu Dhabi, the queen of sparkle, sass and all-out showstoppers is about to take the stage. Jennifer Lopez brings her Up All Night: Live in 2025 tour to Etihad Arena tonight, and whether you’re there for the dance-floor anthems, the high-octane choreography or that viral skirt toss, you’re in for a night of pure spectacle.From bedazzled bodysuits to beats that shake the arena, this is no ordinary concert – it’s a full-scale JLo production, and it’s going to be…
Chinese authorities uncovered a Bitcoin laundering operation that ran out of a major tech company. The scheme, worth nearly $20 million, was uncovered inside Kuaishou, one of China’s largest short-video platforms. The investigation was led by officials in Beijing’s Haidian District and has quickly become one of the country’s biggest corporate crypto scandals in years. The $20 million Bitcoin case is one of the biggest corporate crypto busts in China in recent years. China Busts $20 Million Bitcoin Laundering Ring Tied to TikTok-Style App — Bradicoin (@Bradicoin10) July 28, 2025 Inside Job Fueled by Manipulated Bonuses At the center of…
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s biggest international hub,is setting the stage for an unforgettable finale to Dubai Airshow 2025 (DAS), promising a gala dinner experience that will bring together 3,300 VIP guests for a night of exceptional entertainment, dining and immersive storytelling. Taking place on 20 November and aligned with DAS’ ‘The Future Is Here’ theme, the Dubai Airshow Gala Dinner will feature headline performances from award-winning artists Teddy Swims andMark Ronson, during an evening that celebrates the people, ideas, and partnerships shaping the next era of aviation. Multi-platinum powerhouse, Teddy Swims, will headline the evening with his genre-blurring…
Abu Dhabi-headquartered Investcorp Capital, an alternative investment company in private markets, has announced Sana Khater as its new Chief Executive Officer. Khater’s appointment will take effect on 1 September. She succeeds Mohamed Aamer, who has served as Interim CEO since March 2025. Aamer will continue to lead the company and ensure a smooth leadership transition process. Investcorp Capital names new CEO Khater brings over 35 years of financial and strategic leadership experience with top management positions across both listed and private companies, including Aldar, Waha Capital, NBK Capital, and National Bank of Kuwait. She brings deep understanding of a complementary…
The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced the launch of the first comprehensive directory of family business advisors in Dubai. The initiative seeks to empower family-owned businesses to effectively and efficiently access specialised consultancy services across a wide range of administrative and operational areas. The directory serves as an effective tool for connecting family businesses with 56 trusted advisors. The curated listfeatures a diverse group of experienced family business advisors, categorised into two groups: those with extensive practical expertise in advising family enterprises, and certified consultants who have completed the Certified…
Metaplanet, Asia’s most aggressive Corporate Bitcoin holder, has added more Bitcoins (BTC) to its kitty. The company filed its purchase on 28 July 2025, stating that it had purchased 780 more BTCs, bringing its total holdings to 17,132. Metapleanet launched its Bitcoin Treasury Operations in December 2024 and has since been hard at work acquiring BTCs using proceeds from capital market activities and operating income. Case in point, just a month ago, Metaplanet had 13,350 BTCs, as opposed to its 17,000-plus today. Incredibly, in the past three months alone, the company’s holdings of BTC have increased by 13000. According to…
People of Determination represents 10–15% of any given population, and currently totals 1.3 billion globally. This number is projected to rise to two billion by 2050, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), due to factors such as aging, illness, wars, and illiteracy. In the Middle East region alone, more than 50 million People of Determination are seeking access to the latest technologies and rehabilitation innovations to help them live more independently and improve their quality of life. The UAE continues to pursue its goal of becoming the world’s best country in caring for and empowering People of Determination. This…
Summer is the perfect time to tackle those business projects you’ve been putting off. While your competitors are checking out early for vacation, you can quietly build one of the most powerful marketing assets any business can have: a steady stream of authentic customer reviews. Here’s the thing about online reviews: they’re not just nice to have. When 98% of consumers read online reviews for local businesses before making a purchase, your review strategy isn’t marketing, it’s survival. In this article, we’ll walk you through a simple four-step approach that you can implement quickly to start collecting authentic reviews consistently…