As Dubai’s skyline continues to evolve, the rules of the game are changing for investors and homeowners alike. In this episode of Morning Drive, presenter Tim Elliott sits down with Mario Volpe, Senior VP of Allegiance Real Estate and a 35-year industry veteran. From the shift toward end-user dominance to the impact of the Blue Line Metro extension, Volpe breaks down the critical trends shaping the 2025 market. Whether you’re looking to "flip" for profit or find long-term stability in the UAE's booming secondary market, this deep dive offers the "ground-truth" insights you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Tim Elliott talks to transport expert Martin Tillman (TMP Consult) about the UAE’s traffic "conundrum." As the population hits 10 million, why do more roads often lead to more cars? They explore why the solution to congestion isn't more asphalt, but "moving people" through the Metro Blue Line, Etihad Rail, and smarter urban design.

As the UAE enters its busiest travel window of the year—from Christmas getaways to New Year's staycations—the short-term rental market is facing unprecedented pressure to deliver seamless, five-star guest experiences. Katherine Read, founder of the Short Stay Circle, joins presenter Tim Elliott on Morning Drive to discuss how operators are juggling surging demand with the complexities of pricing, tech, and compliance. Katherine shares insights into why trust and collaboration have become the industry's most valuable currencies during peak season and how the market is evolving to cater to a new wave of "Dubai curious" summer travelers.

Luxe Vista CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to unpick the phenomenon of branded residences. Dubai is home to the highest number globally, but are buyers paying a premium for genuine luxury, an elevated lifestyle, or simply status? Menon explains how non-property brands, from car makers to global icons like Shah Rukh Khan, are adding unique appeal to the property market.

A new report confirms the UAE is number one in the MENA region and fifth globally for crypto adoption. In this special interview on Mira Business FM, XTrends Co-founder, Benjamin Notini, explores the strong regulatory clarity, zero taxes on crypto activity, and rising retail participation that are fueling the country's rapid ascent as a global blockchain hub.

Global Oil and Gas Expert Karan Gupta joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to analyse the energy dilemma. They discuss the necessity of investment in traditional fuels to maximise supply security, the political realities of the energy transition, and how geopolitics is shaping every policy decision. A vital listen on the future of energy security.

Psychologist Hiba Salem joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to analyse the hidden cost of the 'culture of busyness'—employee burnout. As companies review their books, they discuss staggering figures: burnout costs a typical 1,000-employee organisation $5 million annually in lost productivity and turnover. Globally, mental health losses top $1 trillion. Learn how to tackle this major drain on profit.

Dr Ramzi Ben Ouaghrem of the Mohammed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence speaks with Tim Elliott about the new Institute for Agriculture and AI (IAAI), launched in partnership with the Gates Foundation. The IAAI focuses on deploying open-access AI models and digital advisory tools at scale to support over 43 million smallholder farmers, tackling data relevance issues and boosting food security, sustainability, and global development in the Global South. This initiative brings AI out of the laboratory and into the field.