Business Saudi Arabia

Cloudera to unveil GenAI and data innovations at LEAP 2024

PR News Desk 02/03/2024

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

Business

BlueZoo revolutionises retail media networks

PR News Desk 02/03/2024

BrightSign Series-5 media players roped in BlueZoo, a pioneer in audience measurement for out-of-home advertising and Retail Media Networks, has unveiled a groundbreaking development by delivering its impressions measurement software for global deployment on BrightSign’s latest Series-5 digital media players. This integration propels in-store digital signage to new

Business Defence & Security UAE

NIMR unveils next-gen armoured vehicle

PR News Desk 01/03/2024

Jais MK2 makes debut at World Defence Show 2024 In a significant development signalling technological advancement in military vehicle manufacturing, the EDGE Group’s subsidiary, NIMR, a renowned producer of combat-proven wheeled military vehicles, has officially launched the Jais Mark 2 (MK2). The unveiling came on the heels of the World Defence Show (WDS) 2024, held

Business Tech

Google rakes in $237.8 billion ad revenue in 2023

Arnold Pinto 01/03/2024

Second-smallest growth in 2 decades, trails behind rivals In a digital landscape where brands and marketers have poured a staggering $3 trillion into digital advertising over the last five years, industry titan Google has faced a notable decline in ad revenue growth. According to data from AltIndex.com, Google’s advertising revenue experienced a modest 5.9%

Business Tech

IBM grapples with unprecedented patent decline

Arnold Pinto 29/02/2024

The shifting tech landscape is seen as the prime reason In a surprising turn, IBM, a longstanding leader in patent acquisition for the past 29 years, is facing a significant setback as its patent filings witnessed a sharp decline of 60% over the past two years, as reported by Stocklytics.com. This decline coincides with a […]

Business GCC UAE

UAE emerges as a global hub for start-ups

PR News Desk 29/02/2024

Flat6Labs study sees rise in female-founded units Flat6Labs, a Cairo-based seed and early-stage venture capital firm has reported a substantial increase in international start-ups seeking to establish their global hub in the UAE. The data, derived from an analysis of over 4,000 applications spanning five cycles of its Ignite seed funding and incubator programme from […]

Aviation Business Logistics

Cathay Cargo expands its digital integration programme

PR News Desk 28/02/2024

Carrier enhances its freight booking experience Cathay Cargo, a global leader in cargo services, has taken a significant step in its digitalisation journey by unveiling a groundbreaking Application Programming Interface (API) connection for DB Schenker’s agents. This API provides seamless access to Cathay Cargo’s Click & Ship booking platform, allowing DB

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Ford Middle East posts 63% surge in sales for 2023

Arnold Pinto 28/02/2024

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 […]

Business Food & Beverage Interviews

Here’s why the Middle East relishes the taste of ATI

Arnold Pinto 27/02/2024

American brands, quality, and unique flavours are a sell-out Established in 1995 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, American Trading International (ATI) is a premier food & beverage company specialising in facilitating seamless import and export transactions for American and international companies. Exporting from the US to 81+ countries – including 14 in

Business Events GCC UAE

WEF hosts TradeTech Forum 2024 in Abu Dhabi this week

Arnold Pinto 26/02/2024

Forum to discuss advanced technologies in global trade The World Economic Forum (WEF) is bringing together 300 ministers, business leaders, trade experts, and representatives from civil society to explore the utilisation of cutting-edge technologies in global trade. Being held on February 27, 2024, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre – TradeTech Forum 2024

Business

Spanish ceramic tile sector banks on Middle East demand

Arnold Pinto 26/02/2024

The region stands out as a beacon of opportunity and growth Since the start of 2024, the Spanish ceramic tile industry has been increasingly focussing on the Middle East market as other legacy global markets shrink due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Red Sea shipping attacks, and growing competition from a handful of Asian nations. Over […]

Business Interviews

Orkla IMEA set for taste of double-digit growth in ME

Arnold Pinto 25/02/2024

New entity capitalises on MTR and Eastern brands Orkla India, which owns the food, spices and curry powder brands MTR and Eastern, has newly launched Orkla IMEA (India, Middle East and Africa) as a regional subsidiary based in Dubai to capitalise on a best-selling product range and forge strong partnerships in the region. Orkla India […]

Business Tech

GenAI technology is gaining traction among enterprises

PR News Desk 25/02/2024

80% of GenAI investors engage in proof-of-concept applications Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is establishing itself as a groundbreaking technology according to the ‘Reimagining Industry Futures Study’ conducted by EY. Released ahead of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona (February 26-29, 2024), the research, encompassing 1,405 enterprises, indicates a

Business Finance GCC UAE

Aquanow secures VASP licence from Dubai’s VARA

PR News Desk 22/02/2024

Canadian company accelerates global expansion plans Vancouver-based crypto infrastructure provider Aquanow has achieved a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy by acquiring the Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) licence from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). While currently non-operational, the licence sets the stage for Aquanow to

Business Space UAE

NWTN becomes the official mobility partner of MBRSC

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024

Dubai-based space entity to use Rabdan One electric vehicles NWTN, a Dubai-based green energy company, has been contracted to supply its Rabdan One electric vehicles to the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). An announcement confirming NWTN as the official mobility partner of MBRSC was made on February 19, 2024, when Salem Humaid Al […]

Aviation Business Events GCC UAE

Dubai to host the world’s largest Airport Show in May 2024

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2024

Global airport projects to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030 The 23rd edition of Airport Show – the world’s largest annual event dedicated to the global airports industry – will be held at Dubai World Trade Centre from May 14-16, 2024. With 150 exhibitors hailing from 20 countries and an anticipated attendance of 7,500 visitors from […]

Business Logistics UAE

DP World’s Bharat Mart to facilitate Indian exports

Arnold Pinto 21/02/2024

New marketplace is located in Jebel Ali Free Zone Bharat Mart, a cutting-edge Dubai marketplace slated to open its doors in 2026, is poised to provide a world-class trading platform for Indian manufacturers and exporters to access global markets via Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of […]

Business Events Real Estate

CEVISAMA 2024 set to be cast in ceramic in Valencia

Arnold Pinto 19/02/2024

Event will showcase the future of design, sustainability, and innovation Feria Valencia will host the 40th edition of CEVISAMA – the leading international tradeshow for ceramics, bathroom equipment, natural stone, and related sectors – from February 26 to March 1, 2024, in Valencia, Spain. The 2024 edition of the fair will showcase innovation, technology, trends, […]

Business UAE

American Trading International expands Middle East reach

PR News Desk 19/02/2024

Bragg products are being showcased at Gulfood 2024 American Trading International (ATI), a full-service US exporter and a premier source of American food and beverages since 1995, has announced its strategic expansion into the Middle East markets, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for health-oriented products in the region. Headquartered in

Business GCC UAE

How to navigate the job market in Dubai in 8 ways

PR News Desk 18/02/2024

Check out this comprehensive job-hunting guide Dubai, known for its towering skyline, vibrant culture, and thriving economy, has become a magnet for job seekers from around the globe. As the city grows and diversifies its industries, the demand for skilled professionals remains high. Navigating the job market in Dubai can be rewarding if approached strategically. […]