Echoing A Broader Global Sentiment Consumer behaviour, a dynamic interplay of economic conditions, societal values, and individual priorities, is profoundly transforming in Saudi Arabia. This shift, revealed in NielsenIQ’s Consumer Outlook 2024 report, reveals a new consumer landscape in
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Investment Holds The Promise Of A Brighter Future IBM has announced plans to invest $200 million in a new software lab in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. This strategic move underscores IBM’s commitment to expanding its investments in the Middle East region and supporting the goals outlined in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The state-of-the-art […]
Move Aligns With Saudi Vision 2030 Objectives Informatica, a global leader in enterprise cloud data management, has unveiled its AI-powered Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) platform in the Arabian Gulf nation. The launch, announced on April 2, 2024, includes establishing a new Point of Delivery (PoD) in Riyadh. The initiative, which reflects the California-based
Al Jouf And Red Sea International From April 18, 2024 Flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has expanded its operational footprint within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) by introducing services to two new destinations in Saudi Arabia. Commencing on April 18, 2024, the carrier will operate flights twice weekly from Dubai to Al Jouf and Red Sea […]
A Celebration of Unity And Gratitude Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, is celebrated with great enthusiasm by Muslims around the globe. This joyous occasion, also known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast,’ is a time for communal prayers and feasting and embodies Islam’s profound spiritual […]
UTurn Entertainment Produces The Ramadan Content TikTok has launched ‘Daily Fawazeer for Brands,’ a novel collaboration with UTurn Entertainment for Ramadan this year. Based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, UTurn Entertainment produces premium Arabic content for global consumption. The company’s new alliance with TikTok aims to deliver Saudi-produced entertainment to
Launches At Address Jabal Omar Makkah U By Emaar, Emaar’s loyalty programme, has expanded to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The programme’s debut at the luxurious Address Jabal Omar Makkah marks a significant milestone, broadening the Dubai-based entity’s reach to an international clientele. Renowned for revolutionising the concept of loyalty rewards in the Arabian Gulf
Hospitality and tourism sectors targeted The upcoming Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) in Riyadh, slated from April 29 to May 1, 2024, will underscore a significant theme: the growing role of women in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality and tourism sectors. With a strong emphasis on female empowerment, the event aims to propel more women into careers within […]
Profound issues affecting women discussed Renowned American artist, songwriter, and activist Alicia Keys was in Jeddah on March 8, 2024, as she spearheaded the third edition of her ‘Women to Women’ initiative. The event witnessed an unforgettable impromptu collaboration between Keys and Jeddah’s music sensation Yasmin AlBitar. They performed a soul-stirring rendition
Profit falls from $161.1 billion in 2022 Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco) revealed its full-year 2023 financial results on March 10, 2024. The company’s robust net income of $121.3 billion marked its second-highest-ever net income. The stellar financial performance, attributed to Aramco’s operational flexibility, reliability, and cost-effective production
Celebration of faith, fasting, and compassion begins As the crescent moon graces the night sky, marking the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, millions of Muslims around the globe will embark on a spiritual journey of self-reflection, prayer, and fasting beginning this week. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a […]
Saudi EV drivers to benefit from the partnership Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIQ) has established an electric vehicle (EV) charging partnership with Tawal, the largest ICT infrastructure company in Saudi Arabia. Mohammad Bakr Gazzaz, CEO of EVIQ, and Mohammed Alhakbani, CEO of Tawal, signed the partnership at Leap 2024 in Riyadh. This strategic alliance marks
Company reiterates support for regional tech community Cloudera, the Santa Clara, California-headquartered data company for enterprise AI, is exhibiting at the third annual edition of LEAP, Saudi Arabia’s premier technology expo, in Riyadh from March 4-7, 2024. The company’s upcoming participation in the largest tech event in the MENA region underscores its
Saudi German Health (SGH), a leading healthcare group in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, reaffirms its leadership in healthcare excellence with five of its hospitals ranking prominently in Newsweek’s Best Hospitals 2024 list, marking the highest number of top-ranked facilities in the region. SGH has showcased remarkable progress, emphasising the Group’s
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is not only witnessing significant changes but also setting stage for a transformation journey. Currently, the nation strides firmly, guided by the ambitious Vision 2030. This development is a testament to the resounding success of the initiatives Saudi Arabia implemented during 2023 as well as the nation’s resolute commitment to […]
UAE leads regional growth with a 57% increase Ford Middle East is celebrating a stellar year of sales in 2023, marking a remarkable 63% rise across the Middle East region over the previous year. This achievement is attributed to the exceptional performance of key vehicles, including the Ford Territory, Ford Taurus, Ford F-150, and Ford […]
Surgeons at Saudi German Hospital Dammam successfully removed the thyroid gland of a 28-year-old woman, which had extended into her neck and upper chest. This intricate procedure, conducted with precision and care, marks a significant milestone in the hospital’s commitment to providing advanced medical care to the community. This tumor obstructed her blood flow causing
The Global Champions Arabians Tour has today announced the addition of Riyadh as a new host city for the 2024 season in association with the Saudi Equestrian Federation. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the prestigious tour in its inaugural year, further solidifying its global presence and commitment to showcasing the unparalleled beauty of […]
Competition coincides with Saudi Arabia’s Year of the Camel Arts AlUla has announced the launch of the AlAjilah Special Edition – a new award category – of the AlUla Design Award, timed to honour the Year of the Camel in Saudi Arabia. This unique competition invites talented designers worldwide to reimagine a cultural symbol of […]
Tejoury, a pioneering Saudi company specializing in records management, digital transformation, and business process outsourcing, unveils new regional hub in Dubai Investments Park (DIP) as it expands its reach to serve government and private entities across the entire Middle East Region. With a new facility spanning over 5000 square meters, Tejoury’s headquarters in





























