Driven by record-breaking funding rounds and strategic investments, artificial intelligence startups are transforming neighborhoods from Beşiktaş to Levent into Europe's emerging AI hub.
As multinational firms relocate regional headquarters to Turkey's gateway city, a new class of commercial property players is positioning itself to dominate the next decade.
By Istanbul Business Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Master the city's transport networks and discover how to move confidently between the neighbourhoods, cafés and cultural gems that make Istanbul unforgettable.
By Istanbul Lifestyle Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
As urban stress peaks, a network of dedicated meditation and stress-management facilities across the city offers affordable, culturally rooted alternatives to pharmacy counters.
By Istanbul Wellness Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From waterfront jazz clubs on the Golden Horn to underground electronic venues in Beyoğlu, here's what touring music lovers need to know before hitting Istanbul's thriving concert circuit.
By Istanbul Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From Vodafone Park to cutting-edge training facilities across Anatolian and European sides, Istanbul's investment in sports infrastructure reflects its ambitions as a global sporting hub.
By Istanbul Sport Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Shop owners and commuters in the historic neighbourhood are taking safety into their own hands as frustration grows over inadequate emergency response times.
As the city faces mounting pressure to reduce emissions and manage rapid urban sprawl, municipal leaders must now choose between competing visions for sustainable transport, waste management, and waterfront development.
As the municipality faces budget constraints and competing priorities, city planners must choose between expanding metro lines, revitalising historic districts, and managing rapid suburban growth.
Decades of speculative development, population surges, and fragmented governance have transformed the city into a cautionary tale of unchecked urban expansion.
As the mega-clubs dominate headlines, smaller neighbourhood teams across Istanbul are quietly transforming their districts through football, one pitch at a time.
By Istanbul Sport Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From contemporary installations in Beyoğlu to Ottoman treasures across the Golden Horn, here's where to experience the city's most vital cultural spaces this summer.
By Istanbul Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
Rising rents and shrinking availability in Fatih and Beyoğlu are forcing vulnerable populations to seek shelter further afield, straining support networks across the city.
The city's restaurant and bar culture has evolved from traditional establishments into a world-class destination, driven by young entrepreneurs and a rediscovered appetite for culinary innovation.
By Istanbul Culture Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
From blood pressure checks in Fatih to preventive care at neighbourhood clinics, here's how to access essential health services without breaking the bank.
By Istanbul Wellness Desk · 30 June 2026 · 2 min read
