Author: Victoria Dickinson
Victoria Dickinson
Victoria Dickinson is a seasoned journalist at Dubai.News, specializing in real estate and business news. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Victoria has a keen eye for market trends and an in-depth understanding of the economic factors influencing the real estate sector. Based in Dubai, she provides insightful analysis and comprehensive coverage of the region's dynamic property market, from luxury developments to emerging business hubs. Victoria's background in economics and finance, coupled with her passion for storytelling, allows her to deliver news that is both informative and engaging. Her articles not only inform but also help readers make well-informed decisions in the competitive real estate landscape. Outside of her professional work, Victoria enjoys exploring Dubai’s diverse neighborhoods and attending industry events to stay ahead of the latest developments.
The new note, worth AED 100, bears an illustration on the front side with images of the Union Square and the Abu Dhabi Central Business District on the back side with the announcement of ‘Islamic Solidarity and Prosperity’. A new updated note has made its way into the circulation and is fitted with exceptional security features. The physical changes in the tastable features of the new Dhs100 note include the hologram, the security thread, the see-though region on the back of the note and various other features as discussed below: 🔹 Front Design: The new note depicts Um Al Quwain…
One thing is for certain: Frankie Zulferino is here to own the limelight and take over. While the industry has long favored female artists when it comes to delivering powerhouse performances with dance, costumes, and theatricality, Frankie refuses to accept the idea that men can’t do the same. To him, artistry should not be dictated by gender or any other societal perceptions. “I study a lot of male artists, and for what I do, there really isn’t another male artist right now putting out this type of product,” he says, and he makes a lot of sense. As experts observe,…
Rebiha Helimi has victoriously turned RH Luxury Properties into a force to reckon with in real estate. Remarkably, she has managed to break through barriers without thinking of the limitations usually imposed upon women. Never, not even once has she backed down, nor has she gotten intimidated. To her, she has armed herself with focus, determination, and bravado to foray into a field that is dominated by men. Rebiha’s journey is one steeped in ambition that has yielded results, not letting anything or anyone stand in her way. She has forged relationships with billionaire magnates, the Who’s Who, and the…
Dubai has initiated a modernizing program for real estate transactions through its new real estate tokenization pilot venture. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) uses blockchain technology through its platform to enhance real estate title deeds processes and make property investments more open and efficient. A Landmark Move for Dubai’s Real Estate The pioneering blockchain-powered project has emerged from the partnership among VARA with DFF along with DLD for development purposes. Real estate sector developments in Dubai are following the 2033 real estate strategy to establish a global position of leadership in technology-driven property markets. By 2033 tokenized real estate is…
The luxury tourist destination Maldives experiences a substantial market evolution from tourism to second-home opportunities because of more than $3 billion in UAE investments until 2030. The transformation occurs because of recent property ownership rules and infrastructure growth and the expanding desire for high-end residential islands. Through its investment programs UAE plays an essential role in driving the real estate market expansion throughout the Maldives. The development of the Maldives real estate market is led by United Arab Emirates developers especially Dubai-based companies which direct multi-billion-dollar projects. All indications point to the UAE taking command of real estate sales within…
Talabat acquired the entire InstaShop business from Delivery Hero SE through a $32 million purchase for greater grocery and retail service operation in the MENA region. The purchase of this deal through Talabat internal cash reserves finished on February 25 2025. Talabat keeps InstaShop as an autonomous entity within its grocery and retail verticals after the acquisition. Through the partnership both platforms can improve technology integration and create logistical synergies for their delivery fleets and seize business prospects for their partner companies. Talabat and InstaShop team up to optimize delivery service and improve user experience and build new business connections…
The residential real estate sector in Dubai experienced exceptional growth during 2024 when sales reached 169,000 which constituted a 42% increase from 2023 figures. The subject of residential properties remained on an upward trend in 2024 based on Cavendish Maxwell’s findings that prices increased 0.9% during December compared to the last month and 3.1% above Q4 numbers from the previous year. Property prices increased by 16.5% across the year while the square foot price rose to AED 1,493 which equals $407. As many as 145,000 new off-plan units became available to buyers during the entire year while staying four times…
The real estate market of Dubai maintains its unprecedented expansion as analysts point out specific developers who will generate outstanding investment yields until 2025. The developers Emaar and Ellington along with Meraas Select and Omniyat drive Dubai’s skyline evolution through the development of luxury real estate projects for modern investors. As noted by Paul Sharland from haus & haus who works as Off-Plan & Investment Associate Director “Emaar provides world-class infrastructure through master-planned communities alongside Ellington builds European-style boutique structures and Meraas develops luxury lifestyle concepts that combine innovation with luxury design.” The real estate market looks up to Select…
The real estate market in Dubai experienced substantial growth during Ramadan as market expectations for a decrease proved wrong. The new report published by Betterhomes shows that Holy Month real estate trade and market value activities increased in 2023 and 2024 before projecting strong data for 2025. The sacred month of Ramadan generates substantial impacts on real estate activity within Dubai. Transaction activity in Ramadan 2024 experienced a 39% increase leading to 12,313 deals while the previous year had only 8,846. The rise in total sales value during the year exceeded expectations by 55% and reached AED32.6 billion while sales…
According to Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) the UAE together with Saudi Arabia and Kuwait show strong prospects for real estate market expansion throughout 2025 because of economic growth and decreasing interest rates coupled with state backing. These three Gulf nations will maintain their H1 2025 market expansion predict analysts who expect investors to benefit from the opportunities. UAE: Booming Property Market The UAE’s real estate market generated AED 457 billion ($124.4 billion) worth of transactions through the first half of November 2024 which marked an 11% gain above previous year levels. Dubai continues attracting international investors through Golden Visas along…