Business Interviews

Gallabox is quietly powering a WhatsApp-led business revolution

Arnold Pinto 24/06/2025

Says Co-Founder Karthik Jagannathan As digital tools reshape how businesses connect with customers, companies offering solutions must navigate a fast-evolving technology landscape. In this exclusive interview on the sidelines of CX & Loyalty Summit 2025 in Dubai, Karthik Jagannathan,

Business Events Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia focuses on climate-resilient water infrastructure

News Desk 23/06/2025

At Jeddah conference The second Stormwater and Wastewater Conference opened in Jeddah on June 23, 2025, drawing attention to Saudi Arabia’s efforts to upgrade critical water infrastructure amid rising climate challenges and rapid urban expansion. Held at the Jeddah Hilton, the event brought together officials, engineers, and environmental experts to address how cities

BREAKING NEWS Business Real Estate

Imran Khan motivates real estate professionals at Norah Residence launch in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 23/06/2025

“We have struck the fire” In a powerful and poetic address, Imran Khan, Founder and CEO of PIXL Global – a premier off-plan real estate marketing agency based in Dubai – delivered a speech that left a lasting impression on real estate professionals at the by-invitation launch event of Norah Residence, a new residential development […]

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DHL to invest US$574 million in Arabian Gulf logistics expansion

News Editor 2 19/06/2025

Renewed focus on specific sectors DHL Group plans to invest US$574 million by 2030 to enhance its logistics infrastructure, service capacity, and delivery efficiency throughout the Arabian Gulf region, primarily encompassing the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia. The move is part of the logistics specialist’s Strategy 2030, which aims to respond to global […]

BREAKING NEWS Business Travel

Dubai Airports extends AED495m contract with Serco to 2030

Arnold Pinto 19/06/2025

For passenger services at 2 airports Dubai Airports has signed a five-year contract extension with Britain’s Serco, valued at AED495 million, to continue providing passenger services at the Dubai emirate’s two main airports through December 2030. The contract follows the completion of an initial five-year term and a one-year extension. According to a Sero statement, […]

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Toyota, Daimler to back merger of Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino

Arnold Pinto 14/06/2025

In commercial vehicle revamp Tokyo-based truck makers Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors have formally agreed to integrate under a new holding company, in a move backed equally by Toyota Motor Corporation and Daimler Truck AG. The merger, expected to take effect by April 2026, aims to consolidate operations across the development, procurement, and production of […]

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Fujifilm opens regional hub and training centre in Expo City Dubai

Arnold Pinto 14/06/2025

Firm eyes new growth in MEA region Fujifilm Middle East and Africa has opened new regional headquarters and a training facility at Expo City Dubai. The move strengthens the Japanese company’s presence in the MEA region and underscores Dubai’s role as a growing centre for technological development and healthcare innovation. The new site includes the […]

Business Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia to focus on water resilience

News Desk 10/06/2025

At Stormwater and Wastewater Conference The second edition of the Stormwater and Wastewater Conference will be held on June 23-24, 2025, at the Jeddah Hilton. The event is expected to bring together government officials, engineers and international experts as Saudi Arabia prepares to tackle mounting infrastructure pressures caused by rapid urbanisation and the growing

BREAKING NEWS Business Telecom

Cloudera joins AI-RAN Alliance to advance AI integration in telecom networks

Arnold Pinto 10/06/2025

As AI emerges as a key differentiator Data and artificial intelligence firm Cloudera has joined the AI-RAN Alliance, a global consortium focused on embedding AI into telecommunications infrastructure, as the industry pushes to modernise networks through intelligent automation and edge computing. The AI-RAN Alliance, which includes founding member Nvidia and other key

BREAKING NEWS Business Tech

Amazon to invest $20 billion in Pennsylvania AI and data centre expansion

Arnold Pinto 10/06/2025

Record investment for US state Amazon will invest at least $20 billion in Pennsylvania to expand its artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure, in what officials in the state have described as the largest private-sector investment in Pennsylvania’s history. The company confirmed that Salem Township and Falls Township will be the initial locations for new

Aviation BREAKING NEWS Business

SITA and Urban-Air Port to launch world’s first integrated vertiport for urban air mobility

Arnold Pinto 04/06/2025

As AAM sector develops International air transport IT provider SITA has entered a strategic partnership with Urban-Air Port Ltd (UAP) to jointly develop a fully integrated vertiport solution, designed to support the next generation of electric air travel in cities worldwide. The collaboration comes as air travel in urban centres is on the verge of […]

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Toyota Industries set for ¥180 billion restructuring push towards mobility transformation

Arnold Pinto 03/06/2025

Backed by Akio Toyoda Toyota Group has begun a strategic move to privatise Toyota Industries Corporation, in a sweeping set of transactions that signal the group’s broader ambition to transform into a global mobility powerhouse. The multi-billion yen restructuring effort aims to deepen collaboration across the Toyota ecosystem and accelerate the group’s pivot towards

Business Cybersecurity

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy partners with ID Quantique to enhance maritime cybersecurity

Arnold Pinto 02/06/2025

Syncs with UAE’s national objectives Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), a leading maritime training institution within the AD Ports Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ID Quantique (IDQ), a global leader in quantum-safe cybersecurity solutions. The partnership aims to explore the deployment of quantum-safe technologies to secure maritime

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Future Banks Summit in Dubai to examine digital transformation in MENA finance

News Desk 01/06/2025

From June 17-18, 2025 Senior executives from across the banking and financial technology sectors will convene in the UAE for the 4th Annual Future Banks Summit, scheduled to take place on June 17-18, 2025, at the Conrad Dubai. The two-day event, organised by Verve Management, will focus on the growing influence of artificial intelligence, open […]

Business Real Estate

Dubai Islands’ exceptional investment potential comes under scrutiny

Arnold Pinto 01/06/2025

At AYS Developments event in Dubai A compelling panel discussion explored the burgeoning Dubai Islands mega-project from a real estate investment perspective during an event held in Dubai on May 31, 2025, by AYS Developers. The half-day event, endorsed by the Dubai Land Department, brought together UAE-based real estate professionals and investors. The primary purpose […]

Business

Eureka! GCC 2025 showcases innovation in regional entrepreneurship

News Desk 31/05/2025

$100,000 prize money awarded The fourth edition of Eureka! GCC, a premier business model competition, was held in Dubai from May 28 to 29, 2025, fostering entrepreneurship across the oil-rich Arabian Gulf region. Since its inception, Eureka! GCC has evolved into a transformative platform for early-stage businesses, providing them with the resources and mentorship needed

Automotive Business Oman

Exeed drives into the Oman automotive market with Al Mana Holding as exclusive distributor

Arnold Pinto 30/05/2025

4th GCC market for the Chinese automaker Al Mana Holding, a prominent Qatari conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, and entertainment, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Exeed vehicles in the Sultanate of Oman. A strategic partnership in this regard was formalised during an official signing ceremony held at […]

Business

Salesforce unveils AI-Powered Agentforce at World Tour Dubai

News Desk 30/05/2025

Accelerating digital transformation Salesforce showcased its cutting-edge AI-driven digital labour platform, Agentforce, at the Agentforce World Tour held in Dubai on May 28, 2025. The event was attended by Salesforce customers, partners, and associates, underscoring the increasing interest in AI solutions in the GCC region. Keynote speakers, including Marco Hernansanz,

Business Real Estate

Monaco tops the 20 most expensive global luxury real estate markets listing

Arnold Pinto 28/05/2025

No Middle East destination makes the cut Monaco is the most expensive real estate market globally in a world where location determines more than just the view from your window. As of December 2024, data from New World Wealth and Henley & Partners reveal that the tiny Mediterranean principality commands an astounding $38,800 per square […]

Business Telecom

SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 focuses on AI, 5 G-Advanced, and sustainable smart infrastructure

Arnold Pinto 26/05/2025

On May 26, 2025, in Dubai City The SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 is taking centre stage in Dubai City on May 26, 2025, having drawn together high-profile policymakers, regulators, and ICT industry leaders from the SA-ME-NA (South Asia, Middle East, and North Africa) region and beyond. This year’s Summit is framed around the […]