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Yas Island Announces World’s First Ferrari Esports Arena

Opening on August 29th, the Ferrari World Esports Arena looks set to be the ultimate haven for F1 enthusiasts, car fans, and adrenaline junkies.

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6 months ago

August 6, 2024

Nour Nasir

yas island announces world's first ferrari esports arena

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Abu Dhabi’s famous Yas Island will soon be home to an exciting new Ferrari-inspired Esports arena, which will open its doors to F1 fans and car enthusiasts alike on August 29th.

The new attraction is part of the already popular Ferrari World Yas Island theme park. Its opening marks a significant milestone for the venue and solidifies the global car brand’s commitment to delivering an unparalleled entertainment experience close to the famous Yas Marina Circuit.

Faisal Al Nuaimi, General Manager of Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, was excited about the arena’s opening, explaining: “We are thrilled to introduce our latest innovation. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to immerse visitors in the exhilarating world of virtual racing like never before. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a first-time visitor, we strive to deliver an unparalleled mix of technology, realism and thrilling competitions”.

The new Esports arena will feature 20 Grand Turismo simulators (17 for adults and 3 specially tailored to younger guests). Additionally, visitors can experience three F1 simulators that “transport participants into the driver’s seat of a Ferrari race car across various picturesque F1 Grand Prix circuits such as Yas Marina Circuit and more, for the ultimate F1 adventure”.

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Ferrari World’s new attraction not only offers unparalleled realism but will also cater to people with special needs, ensuring everyone can experience seamless and immersive driving experiences. The arena itself features a smart black and red floor-to-ceiling aesthetic, along with top-tier gaming stations that use the latest high-performance PCs, professional-grade peripherals, and game consoles.

The Ferrari World Esports Arena will welcome visitors daily between 10 am and 6 pm. The GT simulators are included in the entry ticket price, while access to the dedicated F1 simulators will incur an additional fee.

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Daleel Expands To UAE, Tapping Into $44B Finance Market

The Bahrain-based company offers a personalized financial marketplace with regional expansion supported by investors Flat6Labs and Salica.

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12 hours ago

January 20, 2025

Nour Nasir

daleel expands to uae tapping into $44 billion finance market

Daleel, a personalized financial marketplace originally founded in Bahrain, has officially entered the UAE market supported by notable investors, including Flat6Labs and Salica. Known for its ability to connect customers with tailored financial products, Daleel has gained significant traction in its home country, and the company is now eying the wider Middle East’s massive personal finance market, valued at an estimated $44.4 billion.

The platform’s UAE debut was hosted at Visa’s CEMEA Market Support Center in Dubai, marking another milestone for Daleel. The company gained regional attention when it clinched first place and $40,000 in funding at the 2023 Visa Everywhere Initiative finals in Saudi Arabia.

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Daleel’s expansion is supported by notable investors, including Flat6Labs and Salica. At the launch event, several key figures in the fintech and financial sectors were present, including Daleel’s co-founders, CEO PK Shrivastava and COO Ridaa Shah.

Reflecting on the launch, PK Shrivastava said, “Launching in the UAE is a landmark moment for the company, and we are pleased to do so alongside Visa, who have championed us from the start. There is a real demand across the region for personalized finance, and we believe this is the right time to expand our marketplace to connect more customers with the best financial solutions”.

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Daleel’s team combines expertise in open banking, finance, and technology, which has enabled the company to refine its platform for the regional market. Their data-driven system is designed to quickly match customers with financial products, ranging from credit cards and mortgages to savings accounts, offering personalized options in seconds. This transparency and efficiency benefit consumers while providing financial institutions with more cost-effective ways to acquire customers and create data-informed products.

Looking ahead, Daleel plans to secure an open finance license in 2025, which will allow even deeper integration with financial institutions. The company’s ultimate goal is to build a financial ecosystem where decisions that used to take weeks can now be made in minutes, empowering users to achieve better financial outcomes.