Business UAE

The 2nd World Cold Chain Expo heads to Dubai this September

News Desk 22/07/2025

As regional market grows A growing demand for temperature-sensitive goods and expanding healthcare needs are fuelling rapid growth in the cold chain logistics sector across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), with Dubai set to host one of the industry’s largest regional gatherings in September

Business Tech

Google launches AI-driven deep search and business calling tools

Arnold Pinto 22/07/2025

Eyes global expansion Google has begun rolling out a new set of advanced artificial intelligence features for its Search platform, introducing deeper research capabilities and AI-powered calling tools for local services. The updates are currently available to premium subscribers in the United States, with broader global access expected in the coming months, potentially

Aviation Business

Gulf Air strikes deal for 18 Boeing 787s

Arnold Pinto 20/07/2025

In major fleet expansion Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has agreed to purchase up to 18 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft in a significant expansion of its long-haul fleet. The deal includes 12 firm orders with options for six additional jets. The announcement was made on July 18, 2025, during an official signing ceremony […]

Business Energy Oil & Gas

Do you know that these 8 countries control the world’s energy supply?

Arnold Pinto 20/07/2025

As oil superpowers Global oil production remains dominated by a handful of countries, each with significant influence over energy markets, pricing, and international policy. As geopolitical tensions and energy transitions unfold, these nations remain critical to the global energy supply chain. Middle Eastern producers, particularly Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Iraq, remain

Business Interviews

How Cloudera is enabling Middle East telcos to lead in the AI age

Arnold Pinto 18/07/2025

In a well-curated push In an exclusive interview, Anthony Behan, Global Managing Director for Communications, Media & Entertainment at Cloudera, shares insights on how the company is enabling telecom and media firms—especially across the Middle East—to transition into digital-first enterprises. Speaking about hybrid data platforms, AI deployment, and region-specific

Business Corporate UAE

Endava study: 79% of business leaders in the UAE trust AI

Arnold Pinto 17/07/2025

In high-stakes decision-making Business leaders in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are displaying an unprecedented level of trust in artificial intelligence (AI), with the majority confident that AI systems can make crucial decisions that impact their professional lives, according to a new study. The report also reveals that employees are increasingly willing to let AI […]

Aviation Business Travel

Wizz Air pulls out of Abu Dhabi amid geopolitical strains and mounting losses

Arnold Pinto 16/07/2025

From September 1, 2025 Budget airline Wizz Air will shut down its Abu Dhabi operations from September 1, 2025, ending a five-year venture that struggled to gain ground amid growing regional tensions and financial headwinds. The Hungarian carrier confirmed the closure of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, a joint venture with the UAE’s ADQ, after persistent […]

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Business Crypto

Metaplanet is the title sponsor of Bitcoin Asia 2025

Arnold Pinto 14/07/2025

In Hong Kong this August Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has been announced as the title sponsor for Bitcoin Asia 2025, one of the largest digital asset conferences in the region. The event is scheduled to take place in Hong Kong from August 28 to 29, drawing attention from across Asia, the Middle East, and global […]

Business Logistics Tech

DHL Supply Chain to invest $742 million in strategic UK automation drive

Arnold Pinto 14/07/2025

Deploying 1,000+ robots DHL Supply Chain is investing $742 million to accelerate the deployment of automation across its logistics operations in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The funding will support a large-scale rollout of over 1,000 robots, aimed at meeting rising demand in e-commerce and life sciences, two sectors identified as key growth areas until […]

Business Logistics Tech

Amazon launches 7 robotics innovations for its logistics hubs

Arnold Pinto 13/07/2025

Beginning with its German facility Amazon has launched a new wave of automation at its logistics hubs, introducing seven robotics systems designed to increase speed, safety and efficiency in parcel handling. The technologies, unveiled at the company’s new Last Mile Innovation Center in Dortmund, Germany, provide a glimpse into the future of delivery stations. The […]

Business Markets Watches

Swiss watch exports drop 2.8% in 2024 amid China slump

Arnold Pinto 12/07/2025

And shifting global demand Swiss watch exports declined by 2.8% in 2024 compared to the previous year, reaching 26.0 billion Swiss francs (CHF), as weak demand in Asia, particularly in China and Hong Kong, impacted the global market. The decline marks a notable shift for an industry that had previously demonstrated steady recovery since the […]

Business Real Estate UAE

New Dubai housing project draws strong demand before sales launch

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2025

Arlington Park is in DLRC Majid Developments has unveiled a new affordable luxury residential project in Dubai, amid strong investor interest and a fast-growing demand for housing in the Gulf emirate. Arlington Park, a 140-unit apartment project strategically situated in the Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC), expands the footprint of the Dubai-based, family-owned

Business Tech

OpenAI set to launch AI-powered browser to disrupt Google Chrome’s global dominance

Arnold Pinto 10/07/2025

Web browsing dynamics to change OpenAI is preparing to roll out its own artificial intelligence-powered web browser in the coming weeks. This development could challenge Google Chrome’s dominance in the global browser market and reshape how users interact with the internet. Three people familiar with the plans told Reuters the browser would integrate AI at […]

Business Tech

The essential SEO glossary for beginners

News Desk 08/07/2025

A simplified guide Starting your journey in SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) can feel overwhelming, especially with the abundance of technical jargon surrounding it. It is not just about improving rankings on Google and other search engines; it is about understanding a complex system of content, code, and connections. That is why we have created this […]

Automotive Business Interviews

UK’s Keyloop races to digitise the automotive market in the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 08/07/2025

As Chinese brands sweep in In this exclusive interview, Monzer Tohme, Managing Director (Sales) of Keyloop for the Middle East and Africa, shares insights into how the largest automotive technology company in the world maintains its dominance in the Middle East region’s dealership management market. With its headquarters in Reading, UK, Keyloop is a global […]

Business Crypto Events

Bitcoin Asia 2025 opens free general access pass for Hong Kong event

News Desk 07/07/2025

To widen regional participation Organisers of Bitcoin Asia 2025 have announced that all general admission passes to this year’s conference will be offered free of charge, in a move aimed at expanding access and engagement with digital asset technologies across Asia and beyond. The event will take place on August 28 and 29 at the […]

Business Finance Markets

Global public debt burden reached $102 trillion in 2024

Arnold Pinto 07/07/2025

UNCTAD: Time for reform The global public debt burden reached an all-time high of $102 trillion in 2024, according to a new United Nations report titled ‘A world of debt’. With developing countries carrying a disproportionate share of the financial strain, the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has warned that unsustainable debt levels […]

Business Lifestyle Tech

Do you know? Facebook launches passkey login for mobile devices

Arnold Pinto 04/07/2025

In a security overhaul Facebook users across the Middle East and beyond will soon be able to log into their accounts using passkeys, a digital authentication system designed to replace traditional passwords with a more secure and convenient login method. According to Meta, Facebook’s parent company, the new feature is expected to roll out on […]

Business Tech

WhatsApp launches paid subscriptions and ads in app update

Arnold Pinto 01/07/2025

In phased rollout WhatsApp is introducing paid subscriptions, promoted channels, and advertising within its Updates tab, marking a significant expansion of the platform’s business model while keeping private messaging untouched. The new features will appear only in the Updates tab, which houses both Status posts and Channels. The company stated that the changes are

Business Cybersecurity Interviews

Rail cybersecurity faces new threats in the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 01/07/2025

Says industry expert With the Middle East Rail 2025 trade show held in Dubai from June 24 to 25, gathering industry leaders from across the region, the urgency of cybersecurity in transport infrastructure, particularly in the rail sector, is becoming increasingly apparent. Serhii Salii, Head of Sales at Germany-based CyberShield, shared his insights on the […]