Author: Arabian Media staff

Key Takeaways Many states have introduced AI-related legislation in the mid-2020s. The companies most exposed include Meta Platforms Inc. (META), Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL), Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN), and Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)—all of which are facing multistate regulatory challenges that could impact their profits. Big Tech’s dreams of generating major profits from AI with minimal supervision were dealt a significant blow in 2025, after Republican efforts in Congress to halt individual states’ regulation of the sector for 10 years were defeated. States can now pursue their own AI restrictions, though a July 2025 “AI Action Plan” from the White House threatened federal…

Key Takeaways Making lasting summer memories doesn’t have to break the bank—with a little budgeting and creativity, you can keep costs low.Free or low-cost activities like biking, hiking, outdoor movies, and museum discounts offer plenty of entertainment options.Local theater productions and and movie chain discounts offer cheap, easy ways to have fun without going far. When summer rolls around, it’s easy to start splurging, spending money on cocktails at rooftop bars or buying flights for international travel. A recent analysis of Bank of America credit card cardholders found that, on average, they spent $150 a month on entertainment. But having…

Key Takeaways Jeffrey Epstein died with an estate worth about $600 million, but the exact source of his wealth remains murky, helping to fuel the many conspiracy theories around him. His largest reported clients—Leslie Wexner and Leon Black—paid him hundreds of millions of dollars for tax and estate planning services. A $40 million investment in Peter Thiel’s Valar Ventures later grew to nearly $170 million, becoming the largest asset in Epstein’s estate. When people hear the name Jeffrey Epstein, they usually think of scandal, crimes, and powerful connections. But one of the biggest mysteries surrounding the disgraced financier is how…

Key Takeaways Open and early conversations about money—covering income, debts, credit, and financial expectations—are crucial for avoiding misunderstandings in relationships, especially when there’s a big wealth gap.Prenuptial agreements aren’t just for the ultra-wealthy; they can protect both partners by clearly outlining how assets would be divided in case of divorce or death.Trusts, wills, and estate planning can help couples—celebrity or not—pass on wealth smoothly and avoid future legal or family disputes.Partners should align on how to manage debt, set spending expectations, and plan for big financial decisions like home ownership or property taxes.Insurance, investment goals, and family plans—including children and…

Considering the swank business-class service being rolled out on long-haul routes, airline travel gurus have suggested that splurging on a first-class seat may not always be necessary. The level of luxe depends on the airline and on the particular model of plane. Here, we look at business class on three Middle Eastern airlines—Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways—highlighting some of the perks they have put in place to lure business-class travelers. Before traveling, review the airline’s website for its travel guidelines and restrictions, as well as your destination country’s passport, visa, and health requirements. Key Takeaways All three Middle Eastern airlines—Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways—have tried to set…

Key Takeaways Emergency funds are crucial when you experience financial shocks like job losses or financial emergencies. Diversify your portfolio across asset classes, industries, economies, and maturity lengths. Top brokerage firms provide an excellent selection of financial instruments for portfolio diversification. Long-term investing helps you avoid panic selling as your investments grow through compounding. Max out your retirement savings plan contributions. A financial or robo-advisor can expose you to new financial strategies like dollar-cost averaging or tax-loss harvesting. To make sense of market ups and downs, you need to understand that market fluctuations are normal. Rather than panic, have a…

Image: Supplied Cities are more than concrete and steel — they are the environments where people live, work, and connect. The way we design shared spaces profoundly impacts social interaction, economic resilience, and long-term sustainability. In the UAE, where rapid urbanization intersects with cultural diversity, designing community spaces is not just an aesthetic exercise but a strategic necessity. Over the past several decades, the UAE has experienced significant urbanisation, with Abu Dhabi’s built-up area expanding from 0.5 square kilometres in 1955 to 758 square kilometres in 2018, and Dubai’s built-up area growing from 54 square kilometres in 1975 to 977…

Average 401(k) Balance by Age in 2024  Age  Average Balance  20-24  $7,300  25-29  $24,000  30-34  $45,700  35-39  $73,200  40-44  $109,100  45-49  $152,100  50-54  $199,900  55-59  $244,900  60-64  $246,500  65-69  $251,400 70 and older $250,000 According to Fidelity data as of Dec. 31, 2024 Savings Rate by Age According to Fidelity data from 2024, older investors tend to save a larger percentage of their income than younger investors. The larger contribution rate suggests that many workers are taking advantage of the catch-up provision for 401(k)s, which allows people ages 50 and older to deposit more (an extra $7,500 in 2023 and…

Image: Supplied Building a transformative startup takes more than a breakthrough idea or a compelling pitch. It demands the right conditions, a space where ambition can breathe, connections ignite and momentum takes root. Increasingly, it’s the surrounding environment – the networks, the narratives, and support systems, that defines the scale and speed of a founder’s journey.   Entrepreneurial success rarely stems from talent alone. Behind every bold idea lies a web of invisible forces – cultural cues, access to capital, proximity to mentors and openness to risk – all of which shape the founder’s path. Yet these forces are often overshadowed…

One of the chief characteristics of Bitcoin (BTC) is its limited coin supply. Bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto, the anonymous name used by the creator(s) of the Bitcoin cryptocurrency, designed the cryptocurrency with a cap to limit the supply. This increases its scarcity over time, which tends to increase demand and price. New Bitcoins are added to the Bitcoin supply approximately every 10 minutes, which is the average amount of time that it takes to create a new block on the Bitcoin blockchain. By design, the number of Bitcoins minted per block is reduced by 50% after every 210,000 blocks, or…