Author: Emirates Insight

Dubai has set out one of its most ambitious long-term sector plans to date, unveiling a strategy to double the sports sector’s economic contribution to AED18.3bn ($5bn) annually by 2033. The Dubai Sports Sector Strategic Plan 2033 targets expanding the number of residents actively engaged in sport from 1.6m to 2.6m, while increasing annual attendance at major sporting events to 4.1 million, more than doubling current levels. The plan forms a major pillar of Dubai’s long-term agenda to elevate quality of life, community wellbeing and global competitiveness. Dubai 2033 Sports Sector Strategic Plan Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al…

Carluccio’s is giving Dubai’s dining scene a Roman twist with the launch of Pinsa Romana, an ancient Italian recipe reinvented for modern tastes. Light, crisp, and delicately airy, this limited-time menu celebrates the beauty of Italian simplicity with a contemporary flair, with prices starting from AED 84. Rooted in recipes that date back to Imperial Rome, the Pinsa Romana is crafted with a unique blend of flours and a slow 72-hour fermentation, creating the perfect balance of crunch and softness. Each rectangular Pinsa is topped with seasonal, vibrant ingredients that showcase the flavours of Italy, all under the direction of…

[PRESS RELEASE – BELIZE City, Belize, November 13th, 2025] Global crypto entertainment brand BC.GAME has been named Best Crypto Casino 2025 at the SiGMA Central Europe B2C Awards, held in Rome as part of the SiGMA Central Europe 2025 event. The result places BC.GAME among this year’s recognised operators in the dedicated crypto casino category. The SiGMA Central Europe B2C Awards highlight brands that, over the past year, have stood out in areas such as product quality, customer experience and innovation across online casino and sports betting. The Best Crypto Casino category focuses specifically on operators that build their offering…

Australian entrepreneur Ned Dwyer has reason to celebrate, after Great Question, the San Francisco-based startup he co-founded in 2020, raised $20 million (US$13 million) in venture capital investment. And the Series A round has also prompted Dwyer to reflect on his experiences as an expat in Silicon Valley, and what has changed since for fellow Aussies making the leap to the US. The funding represents the largest investment round to date for Great Question, a platform that helps companies run, analyse, and share customer research. The round was led by Canada’s Inovia Capital, with Y Combinator, January Capital and Character…

UAE banks saw loan growth accelerate in the third quarter of 2025, supported by a resilient domestic economy, ample liquidity and rising overseas lending, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings. Aggregate loans increased by AED150 billion, or 6 per cent, during the quarter. Non-annualised loan growth for the first nine months of the year reached 15 per cent, equivalent to AED330 billion, surpassing the 11 per cent full-year rise in 2024. Much of this growth was driven by overseas activity, with combined international lending at First Abu Dhabi Bank, Emirates NBD and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank up by…

In a bold step that embodies innovation, ambition, and global confidence, EDITH AI, the visionary force redefining the future of artificial intelligence has chosen Dubai, the Pearl of the World, as the home of its regional headquarters. This milestone decision reflects the company’s deep belief in Dubai’s status as a global hub for technology, creativity, and limitless possibilities. Yasir Al-Bayati, Founder of EDITH AI, shared that Dubai’s exceptional international reputation and its unique ability to attract investors, visionaries, and entrepreneurs made it the natural choice for the company’s new base. “Dubai has always been, and continues to be, a true…

flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has taken a significant step towards further strengthening its safety culture by signing the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Safety Leadership Charter. The charter, signed by flydubai’s Chief Executive Officer, Ghaith Al Ghaith, underscores the leadership’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety across the organisation. Joining a growing list of more than 150 global airlines, this milestone reflects flydubai’s dedication to safety excellence and its ongoing efforts to foster a robust safety culture that prioritises the wellbeing of its passengers and workforce. The IATA Safety Leadership Charter is a pioneering global initiative, developed…

The GCC has approved a new “one-stop” travel process to simplify international movement of citizens of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain. The new system was announced by GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi following the 42nd meeting of the Ministers of Interior of GCC countries, held in Kuwait on Wednesday, November 12. The “one-stop” travel system will allow citizens of the six GCC countries to complete all travel requirements – including immigration, security checks and customs – at a single checkpoint when  travelling around the bloc. GCC one-stop travel system It will reduce the number of travel…

Deaton barely mentioned crypto in his new campaign, unlike his crypto-focused approach during the race against Warren last year. Barely a year after losing to the anti-crypto Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, Republican pro-crypto attorney John Deaton has entered the Senate race again. Deaton is making another bid to become a senator in Massachusetts by running in the mid-term elections next year. The circumstances surrounding his loss to Warren last year have changed significantly. While he had a shot at winning previously due to the state of crypto policy in the U.S., it is believed that his chances have become…

dnata is providing extensive on-ground support for the Dubai Airshow 2025, deploying more than 100 ground support vehicles to ensure aircraft move safely and efficiently across the event’s static and flying displays at Dubai World Central (DWC). The company has mobilised around 111 motorised assets, including aircraft pushback tractors, ground power units, passenger steps and air conditioning units among others to maintain seamless operations throughout the week-long show. “There’s an entire choreography behind every aircraft movement at the Dubai Airshow,” said Jaffar Dawood, Divisional Senior Vice President – UAE Airport Operations at dnata. “Our teams have supported this event for…