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Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains its Stable Outlook for the Insurance Markets of the Gulf Cooperation Council

PR News Desk 25/04/2025 0

AM Best is maintaining its outlook for the insurance markets of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) at stable. In its new Best’s Market Segment Report, “Market Segment Outlook: Gulf Cooperation Council Insurance,” AM Best notes current economic conditions remain resilient to regional

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Al-Futtaim White Paper: Skills Gap, Data Hurdles, and Ethics Key to Unlocking AI in GCC Retail

PR News Desk 23/04/2025 0

A new white paper, released by Al-Futtaim during Dubai AI Week in collaboration with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), reveals that a lack of skilled AI professionals is the biggest obstacle to unlocking the potential of AI-driven personalisation in the GCC retail sector. Titled “Artificial Intelligence in GCC Retail,” the

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Huspy Launches the GCC’s first AI-Powered Mortgage Chatbot to Transform Home Financing, Huspy.Ai

PR News Desk 22/04/2025 0

Huspy (www.huspy.com), the UAE’s leading homebuying technology platform headquartered in Dubai, has launched the GCC’s first AI-powered mortgage chatbot on WhatsApp at the Dubai AI Retreat, as part of Dubai AI Week 2025. Huspy’s AI-powered chatbot was unveiled by Founder & CEO, Jad Antoun, in the presence of UAE government leaders and business executives.

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Jacky’s Business Solutions Unveils Agentic AI Offering to Accelerate GCC’s Autonomous Business Future 

PR News Desk 21/04/2025 0

Jacky’s Business Solutions LLC, one of the leading providers of innovative B2B technology solutions, has announced the launch of its Agentic AI Solutions—a forward-looking offering designed to help organisations in the GCC embrace a new era of intelligent, autonomous systems. This launch comes at a time when businesses in the UAE and across the Gulf are

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Aspen Medical enhances healthcare delivery and training across GCC with Leader Healthcare partnership

PR News Desk 21/04/2025 0

Aspen Medical, a global leader in healthcare solutions, has agreed with Leader Healthcare, a major provider of healthcare logistics and distribution services in the Middle East, to collaborate on various healthcare delivery and training initiatives across the Middle East and Africa, especially in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The parties signed a memorandum of

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Al Ansari Financial Services Completes Acquisition of BFC Group, Becoming the Largest Non-Banking Financial Services Provider in the GCC

PR News Desk 10/04/2025 0

Al Ansari Financial Services PJSC (“AAFS” or “the Group”), one of the leading integrated financial services groups in the UAE and the parent of Al Ansari Exchange, today announces the successful completion of its acquisition of BFC Group Holdings (“BFC”), after receiving all the required regulatory approvals, solidifying its position as the largest non-banking financial

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Thomas Deng Mahmoud Schumann: A Visionary Leader Redefining Water Security Through Innovation, Impact and Investment in GCC

PR News Desk 07/04/2025 0

In a world increasingly threatened by water scarcity, Thomas Deng Mahmoud Schumann stands as a visionary leader integrating finance with environmental stewardship. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Thomas Schumann Capital, Schumann has redefined the role of capital markets in addressing global water challenges, with a clear focus on achieving United Nations

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Potential Impact of New Tariffs being Imposed by Donald Trump on the UAE and GCC – Saxo Bank

PR News Desk 02/04/2025 0

Hamza Dweik, Head of Trading and Pricing (MENA), Saxo Bank“The imposition of tariffs has the potential to significantly impact the UAE and GCC countries, even if they’re not directly targeted. Given their reliance on oil exports, any global economic slowdown triggered by these tariffs could lead to a drop in oil prices, straining their economies.

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The Green Blueprint: How the GCC’s Construction Industry is Shaping a Low-Carbon Future

PR News Desk 20/03/2025 0

In the rapidly evolving metropolitan centres of the GCC, the construction industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Towering skyscrapers and large-scale infrastructure projects continue to redefine the region’s landscape, but alongside this rapid expansion comes an urgent need for more sustainable and resilient building practices. Governments across the region are

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SelfDrive Mobility Projects 30% Growth as GCC and Western Expats Drive Demand for Car Rentals in UAE During Eid

PR News Desk 17/03/2025 0

SelfDrive Mobility, a leading mobility tech company and market pioneer in car rental and subscription services across the Middle East, anticipates a significant surge in demand as GCC nationals and Western expats make up a major share of inbound travelers to the UAE. With projections indicating that over 75% of visitors will be from the […]

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Hisense Launches ‘Together Means More This Ramadan’ Campaign with Exclusive Offers Across the GCC

PR News Desk 12/03/2025 0

Hisense, a leading global consumer electronics and home appliances brand, has launched its highly anticipated Ramadan campaign, offering customers across the GCC incredible savings on a wide range of products. As the holy month brings families and loved ones together, Hisense is making the occasion even more special with exclusive discounts and extended warranties on […]

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Kia Expands “Cycle of Life: Seeds of Change” Project from GCC to Africa

PR News Desk 10/03/2025 0

As part of its global commitment to sustainability, Kia Middle East and Africa is launching the second chapter of its “Cycle of Life: Seeds of Change” initiative, furthering its vision of delivering sustainable solutions beyond mobility. Following the success of chapter one in the GCC, Kia is expanding this partnership with chapter two to Africa […]

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GCC hospitality boom drives modular construction surge

News Desk 28/02/2025 0

Linq scales capacity to serve demand The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is poised to nearly double its hotel room inventory by 2030, driving a surge in demand for faster, more cost-effective construction methods. Seizing this opportunity, Linq, a Dubai-based sustainable modular solutions provider, has expanded its production capabilities, delivering nearly 1,900

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7awi Media Group Unveils a Whitepaper on Consumer Behavior During Ramadan in the GCC

PR News Desk 27/02/2025 0

7awi Media Group, a leading digital publishing powerhouse in the MENA region, has released an in-depth whitepaper titled “Consumer Behavior in Ramadan: A Deep Dive into Food, Sustainability, and Appliances.” The report explores the shifting consumption habits during Ramadan, focusing on food choices, sustainability awareness, and the increasing demand for kitchen

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Qme Closes $3 Million Seed Round Led by AHOY

PR News Desk 17/02/2025 0

Qme, an emerging B2B SaaS startup based in Egypt, has raised $3 million in a seed funding round led by AHOY, a multisector technology company, along with a group of angel investors from the GCC. Qme is an AI-driven platform addressing a critical issue in MENA, where inefficient queuing systems and outdated appointment booking methods […]

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Appknox to Reinforce Mobile Application Security with AI-Powered Innovations in the GCC

PR News Desk 04/02/2025 0

Appknox, a global leader in mobile application security, has launched new AI-driven features designed to address the growing challenges of Generative AI and enhance mobile ecosystem protection. These advanced capabilities provide businesses with real-time visibility, automated threat detection, and proactive defense mechanisms, empowering modern CISOs and security teams to

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GBM to Deliver Comprehensive IT Services for Landmark Hospitality Group Across GCC

PR News Desk 03/02/2025 0

Gulf Business Machines (GBM), a leading end-to-end digital solutions provider, has been selected by Landmark Hospitality to deliver comprehensive IT managed services for the hospitality business operations across the GCC over the next three years. The strategic partnership will see GBM oversee the complete IT infrastructure and end-user managed services for Landmark

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Unified health data framework for GCC citizens discussed at Arab Health  

PR News Desk 29/01/2025 0

The opportunities for pioneering a unified health data framework in the GCC were discussed this week at the Digital Health & AI Forum at Arab Health. Advancements in technology have brought healthcare data to the forefront, with a session led by Sheikh Khalid bin Hamad Ahmed Al-Khalifa, Project Director of the Supreme Council of Health, […]

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GCC-Based Marketing & PR Firm By Miret Padovani Opens Miami Office

PR News Desk 29/01/2025 0

GCC-based marketing & PR FirmBy Miret Padovani is delighted to announce the opening of its new office in Miami, Florida. This expansion brings the company’s marketing, PR, and sales representation services to the US market, with a special spotlight on the travel and hospitality sectors through its Hotel Marketing Space division. The office in Miami’s […]

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Innovation in Action: DVCOM’s GCC Roadshow – Dubai Brings AI-Powered Business Solutions

PR News Desk 27/01/2025 0

DVCOM Technology successfully concluded the GCC Roadshow – Dubai, held on January 22, 2025, at DoubleTree by Hilton, marking another milestone in its mission to drive technological innovation and foster strategic collaboration across the Gulf region. The event brought together industry powerhouses Microsoft, Yealink, and ViewSonic, along with a distinguished audience of