Middle East
The United Arab Emirates is rapidly emerging as a global hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. This article explores the UAE cryptocurrency landscape in 2025, offering insights into trends, regulations, and opportunities for residents and investors.
The UAE sits at the centre of one of the most complex and fascinating regions in the world. Its neighbours range from Saudi Arabia, in the middle of its own dramatic transformation, to Oman, with its quiet dignity and spectacular landscapes, to the broader Middle East with all its history, tension, and extraordinary cultural depth. For anyone living in the UAE, the region is not a distant abstraction — it is the weekend road trip to Muscat, the business flight to Riyadh, the news that shapes the mood of the office on a Monday morning. This section covers the Middle East as it matters to UAE residents: regional developments, travel, business across borders, cultural connections, and the stories that help make sense of the neighbourhood.
GCC Unified Tourist Visa: A New Era in Regional Travel
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is set to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming regional tourism: the Unified Tourist Visa. This single-entry visa will allow travelers to visit all six GCC member countries with one single permit.
Good Behavior Tips for Expats During Eid Al Adha in the Gulf Region
Eid Al Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. Below are practical tips to ensure good behavior during Eid Al Adha.
The Future of Smart Cities in the GCC
The Gulf Region is undergoing a remarkable transformation — not just in skyline and size of its cities, but also in how they function, grow, and interact with people who live or visit them. These aren’t just high-tech dreams; they’re real projects already shaping the future of life in the Middle East.
The United Arab Emirates is rapidly emerging as a global hub for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. This article explores the UAE cryptocurrency landscape in 2025, offering insights into trends, regulations, and opportunities for residents and investors.
Global financial advisory and asset management firm Lazard Ltd has announced the official opening of its new office in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the company’s regional expansion strategy.
Once treasured by royalty and traded along the Silk Road, pistachio has found a new home in the heart of Dubai’s confectionery revolution. In 2025, pistachio is more than just a flavor — it’s a culinary movement.
