Author: Emirates Insight
Global Village, the region’s leading multicultural family destination for entertainment, shopping and dining,shared today the perfect guide for a plethora of thrilling attractions and experiences available during Season 30. From heart-pounding rides to immersive fantasy realms and adventures for the little ones, the destination’s exciting lineup brings a more wonderful world for guests of all ages. The Dragon Kingdom Embark on an epic quest through The Dragon Kingdom, a brand-new immersive experience, that takes guests to the mythical world of Blackstone Hollow, for 40 points using the Wonder Pass card. Spread across 11 unique rooms, each challenge blends mystery, fantasy,…
Was the ETF launch a classic sell-the-news event? In line with the rest of the cryptocurrency market, Ripple’s native token turned dark red today with a notable 9% drop that pushed it south to under $2.30 as of press time. Trading volumes have picked up to more than $7 billion on crypto exchanges, but the interest in the token seems to be growing due to the launch of the first US-based spot XRP ETF that has a 100% exposure to the asset. CryptoPotato reported yesterday that the last hurdle for Canary Capital’s XRPC fund had been resolved after the…
Australia’s startup sector has seen a huge week of dealmaking. Firmus came in clutch on Friday morning with a massive $500 million raise just two months after it raised $330 million, making it one of the largest tech rounds announced this year. In total, eight companies pulled in $572.12 million across AI infrastructure, biotech, renewable energy and more. This marks a sharp upswing in late-year activity, which we have seen become a bit of a trend in recent years. Firmus: $500 million Firmus founders Tim Rosenfield and Oliver Curtis (Image: supplied) Firmus has raised a further $500 million to accelerate…
Demand for wills and guardianship documents is rising in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as new residents and long-term expatriates move to formalise inheritance plans and name carers for children, according to a leading family lawyer. Samara Iqbal, founder of Aramas International Lawyers, told Arabian Business in an interview that her firm now fields daily instructions for wills and related documents. She links the shift to a larger pool of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) settling in the country after the pandemic, a growing cohort of young families, and simpler online processes at the Abu Dhabi civil family court and DIFC Wills…
At first, the idea of going overseas for Parkinson’s therapy seemed overwhelming. In essence, you’re wagering a significant amount of money and time on physicians you’ve never met in a nation where you may not even speak the language. It’s quite normal to worry about whether you’re making the proper decision, and to be honest, you wouldn’t be sane if you weren’t a little anxious about the entire situation. The difference between mediocre care and genuinely good treatment often comes down to specialization. Generic neurology departments that see Parkinson’s patients occasionally won’t have the depth of experience and resources that…
Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, affirmed during a panel session at the Dubai Business Forum – USA that US direct investment in Dubai reached AED14.3 billion in the first half of 2025. This figure is double the total US investment in the Emirate during 2024, reflecting a strategic indicator of Dubai’s growing appeal as a global investment hub for the American business community. He noted that Dubai serves as a vital centre for American companies seeking expansion into high-potential global markets, particularly in Africa. Dubai’s non-oil trade with African countries reached AED354.5 billion in 2024,…
The momentum was underscored at the Dubai Business Forum – USA in New York, where senior leaders highlighted record trade flows, rising investment in future sectors, and the expansion of Dubai Chambers’ global footprint with the opening of its first US office. The developments reflect deepening economic ties at a pivotal moment for both markets. US investment in Dubai Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, affirmed during a panel session at the Dubai Business Forum – USA that US direct investment in Dubai reached AED14.3bn ($3.9bn) in the first half of 2025. This figure is double…
Bitcoin eyes its next rally as stablecoin reserves on exchanges hit yearly highs and the U.S. dollar weakens. Bitcoin (BTC) is positioning for its next potential upward move, fueled by a weakening U.S. dollar and a quiet accumulation of stablecoin buying power on exchanges. According to new on-chain data, the market is building a substantial liquidity reservoir, which, historically, has been a signal for prices going up significantly. Market Mechanics Point to Accumulation A report from XWIN Research Japan revealed that the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the dollar against a basket of major currencies, has fallen nearly…
Victorian agtech startup Drone-Hand has raised $720,000 in a pre-Seed round for its autonomous livestock management platform. The raise was led by US VC Radius Capital, supported by three local agribusiness investors Gippsland-based Edward Barraclough founded Drone-Hand in 2023, having grown up in NSW on a mixed livestock property. The idea was inspired by an observation by his 80-year-old father. “He looked over my shoulder one day and said, ‘If that drone could check the stock for me, I could stay on the farm longer.’ That’s where it started,” Barraclough said. “Drone-Hand is about creating tools that make life easier…
Dubai Chambers has announced the opening of its first representative office in the United States, located in New York. The announcement was made during the Dubai Business Forum – USA, which was held in New York in the presence of 700 senior business leaders, investors, and officials. The event featured the participation of the largest-ever overseas business delegation led by Dubai Chambers, comprising more than 80 public and private sector leaders from Dubai. The new office further expands the global network of Dubai International Chamber, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers. This strategic step…