A viral social media thread by Alessandro Palombo compares Dubai and Singapore’s unique lifestyles, business perks, and residency challenges for aspiring expatriates and entrepreneurs.
Some UAE expats lose savings, get travel ban after falling for immigration scams
Sam Bayat, a seasoned attorney and founder of the Dubai-based Bayat Group, a law firm established in 1993, shared a case where an immigration consultant in Karama printed fake bank statements for …
Sharjah real estate boom sees transactions hit $7.6bn and volume up 47% in 9 months
The volume of real estate transactions in Sharjah has increased by 47 per cent during the first nine months of 2024, compared to the same period last year. The value of these transactions reached …
How a high debt-burden ratio in the UAE can land you in financial trouble
People in the UAE take on debt for different reasons, such as investments, property acquisition, school fees, or even to fund lifestyle purchases. However, the affordability checks put in place by …
5 lazy things to do in Dubai when you’ve had a big night out
If you live in or around JLT, (slowly) make your way to 1762 Deli and start your day with the special all-you-can-eat weekend brunch for Dhs69 per person. You can literally spend all day feasting on a …
“Billionaire Hub vs Tax-Free Oasis”: X User’s Thread Comparing Singapore And Dubai Goes Viral
Alessandro Palombo, who has lived in Dubai for four years and launched two businesses in Singapore, shared insights from his journey to help entrepreneurs and expatriates choose between the two cities …
UAE to provide subsidised bread to Gazans under ‘Chivalrous Knight 3’ op
The continuous relief initiatives and campaigns implemented by the UAE aim to support displaced Palestinian families …
Top global fintech companies to invest in
They are all doing a fantastic job, but if you’re looking for a fintech business to amaze, I’d suggest that two names stand out. Both are already listed on the public markets, in the US …
What’s Going On With China-Based Up Fintech Stock?
Up Fintech shares gain nearly 100% over the past five sessions and are climbing on heavy trading volume Wednesday. China’s central bank will set up a swap facility that would give non-bank …
Kraken Names Dapper’s Stephanie Lemmerman CFO Amid Shakeup
Kraken named Stephanie Lemmerman as chief financial officer, the latest executive suite reshuffling by the US crypto exchange as part of wide-ranging restructuring announced this week.
UAE attends Global Alliance for implementation of two-state solution meeting in Riyadh
The United Arab Emirates participated in a High-Level meeting of the Global Alliance for the implementation of the two-state solution, which was hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Ninety-four …
UAE wins ‘Best Pavilion Award’ at 13th Erfoud International Date Fair
The UAE has won the Best Pavilion Award at the 13th edition of the International Date Fair, SIDATTES, currently being held in the Moroccan city of Erfoud and continuing until November 3. Sheikh Nahyan …
“No Guy Friends Ever”: Dubai Woman Shares Millionaire Husband’s “Strict Rules”
A woman from Dubai, who often flaunts her extravagant lifestyle online, has shared a new video on Instagram, prompting people to share mixed reactions.
Photo essay: Abu Dhabi street art project paints a picture of the city’s identity and ambition
A street art project aiming to transform Abu Dhabi’s public spaces into stunning canvasses has been expanded to feature more Emirati artists. Called Abu Dhabi Canvas, the initiative by the Department …
Celebrate 40 Years of the UAE and China’s Diplomatic Relations at the Upcoming ‘Building bridges for the future UAE & China’ Event in Abu Dhabi
Taking place on Abu Dhabi’s Corniche from November 1st to 3rd, ‘Building bridges for the future UAE & China’ will host a series of interactive workshops, live performances, cultural displays, and …
‘I have to keep Dh200 more’: Dubai residents worry about budget as Salik adds 2 toll gates
Soon after hearing about the activation of this month, Dubai motorists raised concerns about rising travel expenses. Many have started recalculating their budgets to take the extra costs into account.
Incredibly slim Dubai skyscraper will be just one apartment wide
Work is currently underway on an extremely slim new skyscraper in Dubai. Despite its supertall height of 380 m (1,246 ft), the tower will be just one apartment wide – or 22.5 m (73 ft).