Author: Emirates Insight

When the Victorian government announced plans to disband LaunchVic, and distribute some of its roles to other agencies, like Breakthrough Victoria, there’s a temptation to treat it as an administrative change: a reshuffle of functions, a rebadging of programs, a matter for insiders. That temptation is comforting – and profoundly wrong. I don’t want to relitigate the arguments already made. The policy mechanics, institutional history, and performance record of LaunchVic have been set out in detail in my earlier essay, and I would strongly encourage readers to begin there to understand the immediate decision and why it matters on its…

Gold (GC=F) futures opened at $4,529.10 per troy ounce on Monday, up 0.6% from Friday’s closing price of $4,500.90. The price of gold rose above $4,600, a record high, after the open. Gold surged to a new high after Fed Chair Jerome Powell announced the Justice Department had subpoenaed the central bank and threatened criminal charges. The move stems from Powell’s testimony before the Senate Banking Committee on renovations to the Fed’s office building. U.S. President Trump denied involvement in the investigation. Public tensions between Trump and Powell erupted in 2025 as the president openly pressured the Fed chair to…

For many years, having a website was considered enough to be digital. Today, that definition has completely changed. Artificial intelligence (AI), Metaverse, Web3, and datadriven marketing solutions are fundamentally transforming how brands communicate with their target audiences. Keeping up with technology is no longer a choice but a necessity. In thistransformation process, Cyber Gear stands out with its innovative strategies that guide brands through their digital evolution. In this article, we will discuss how we can grow our brand in the age of AI. Let’s take a closer look together. For more details, you can visit Cyber Gear’s official website…

Dubai remains one of the most competitive exhibition destinations in the world. From large international trade shows to highly specialized industry expos, companies invest significant budgets to secure visibility, attract leads, and strengthen market presence. However, despite strong visual concepts and impressive stand designs, many exhibitors struggle to achieve measurable results. The difference between a visually striking stand and a high-performing one lies in exhibition strategy. Why exhibition success is no longer about design alone For many years, exhibition stand design was evaluated primarily by appearance. A bold structure, large screens, and strong branding were often seen as indicators of…

The big question: will BlackRock launch a spot XRP ETF in 2026? Let’s see what the biggest AIs have to say. Back in November last year, I wrote an article on what ChatGPT thinks about BlackRock launching a spot XRP ETF. In it, the model argued that, although there was no current confirmation at the time, companies like BlackRock are increasingly showing interest in various digital assets. So, what changed? Spot XRP ETF Outlook in 2026 Spot XRP ETFs launched officially on November 13th, with the first one called XRPC by Canary Capital. Since then, four more companies have…

The nuclear industry is in the mist of a renaissance. Old plants are being refurbished, and investors are showering startups with cash. In the last several weeks of 2025 alone, nuclear startups raised $1.1 billion, largely on investor optimism that smaller nuclear reactors will succeed where the broader industry has recently stumbled. Traditional nuclear reactors are massive pieces of infrastructure. The newest reactors built in the U.S. — Vogtle 3 and 4 in Georgia — contain tens of thousands of tons of concrete, are powered by fuel assemblies 14 feet tall, and generate over 1 gigawatt of electricity each. But…

Jérémy Boissinot, entrepreneur, founding partner and CEO of AI marketing platform Favikon, revealed that 9 out of 10 people do not believe what they see online, according to a randomised survey conducted by the platform. Boissinot was speaking at a session titled ‘How to Find Creators In an AI Slop World’ during the 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026. Jérémy Boissinot added there are fake news is now broadcast that look like the real thing. He underscored this point by citing survey results which reveal that only 38% of users were able to successfully differentiate between genuine and fake content. Consequently,…

Dubai Chambers has welcomed Louise Araneta-Marcos, First Lady of the Republic of the Philippines, to its headquarters, as both sides explored ways to strengthen bilateral ties and deepen cooperation between the the emirate and Philippine business communities. The visit comes as trade and investment ties between Dubai and the Philippines continue to expand. Non-oil bilateral trade reached AED3.1bn ($844m) in 2024. During the first nine months of 2025, a total of 653 Philippine companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce, bringing the total number of active members from the Philippines to 2,508 by the end of September last year. Dubai trade…

Dubai has launched a new initiative, ‘Sitr’, committing AED 10 million to support families struggling with rent. The move comes as rental costs continue to rise across the city. Want instant updates? Follow Lovin on WhatsApp, and never miss a beat! What’s Sitr and who’s behind it? ‘Sitr’ has been introduced by the Rental Disputes Center (RDC) in partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment. The initiative backs the UAE’s Year of the Family 2026, helping families stay stable and communities stay strong across Dubai. The RDC works with key stakeholders to make sure support reaches those who…

Despite falling meme coin volumes in 2025, Solana revealed Pump.fun and launchpads generated massive revenue. Solana-based meme coin launchpad, Pump.fun, emerged as one of the ecosystem’s top revenue-generating applications. Pump.fun was listed among seven Solana apps that generated more than $100 million in revenue during the year, as meme coin issuance and speculative trading remained a major activity driver on the network. Pump.fun Stole the Spotlight According to the latest findings by Solana, alongside Pump.fun, five other launchpads each recorded over $1 billion in volume in 2025. They collectively contributed to launchpad revenues doubling year-over-year to $762 million. Pump.fun…