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How Britain Never Missed a Chance to Miss a Chance
Britain had every advantage a nation could ask for — geography, resources, institutions, and technology. This is the story of how, across a century and a half, it consistently found ways to squander them

Real Estate as an Asset: Inside the 2026 Shift in Rental Markets
The property market is undergoing a significant transformation — with tightening short-term rental regulations across Europe, intensifying competition, rising operating costs, and a new generation of investor strategies spanning flexible leasing, niche properties, and the growing popularity of REITs.

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U.S. Sanctions: How Businesses Can Minimize Risks and Build Effective Compliance Programs
Who must comply with U.S. sanctions, how secondary sanctions work, and how companies can reduce sanctions exposure in cross-border business

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Inheriting Assets in the UAE: Why Expats Are Turning to DIFC Wills
Accredited specialists at Emirald Legal Consultants explain how inheritance works in the Emirates and why a will registered with the DIFC Courts has become the standard for foreign residents.


Próspera: How a Libertarian Techno-Utopia on the Paradise Island of Roatán Turned into a $10.8 Billion Lawsuit
The story of a collision between Silicon Valley’s utopian ideas and the political reality of Latin America, questions of sovereignty, and local protests.

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Mirages in the Desert: Stories of the UAE’s Most Ambitious Construction Projects
Mega-projects that never materialised: from reclaimed islands to Dubai’s grandest skyscrapers.

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Mobility as a Strategic Asset for Investors and Entrepreneurs in 2026
A conversation with a chairman of a bar association and owner of Status Group AE, an international consulting firm specializing in relocation, legal status, and business formation in Europe and the UAE.


Free Economic Zones in the UAE: How to Choose the Right Jurisdiction for Your Business and Avoid Systemic Mistakes
Free economic zones in the UAE are not simply a quick way to register a company — they represent a complex legal and tax environment. In this article, we show how to choose the right jurisdiction and avoid critical mistakes when structuring your business.

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Investing in Health: How to Avoid Overpaying for Medical Services Abroad
Drawing on real-life examples from practice, we explore the differences between various types of insurance policies, the problems they solve and the risks they don’t cover, and discuss common client mistakes — in a conversation with a London-based insurance broker.

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