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GCC businesses urged to adapt to changing employee expectations

News Desk 2 23/10/2024 0

Personalisation, empowerment, well-being seen as key In a rapidly evolving workforce landscape, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) businesses urgently need to adapt to changing employee expectations. A white paper by Zurich International Life highlights three critical pillars—personalisation,

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Braze further strengthens Middle East operations

News Desk 1 18/10/2024 0

Braze (Nasdaq: BRZE), the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™, announced the appointment of Sharif Kotb as Area Vice President for GCC. This appointment builds on the company’s planned expansion of its footprint into the region, including plans to open an office in Dubai. Kotb, who previously held a leadership […]

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Hong Kong Tourism Board Concludes Successful GCC Travel Missions

News Desk 1 15/10/2024 0

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) successfully concluded its first GCC 2024 Travel Mission to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), engaging the travel partners from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) which took place between 7th to 9th October 2024  in Riyadh and Dubai. This year’s mission showcased Hong Kong’s […]

Thought leadership

Rail projects are transforming urban development within the GCC region

News Desk 2 15/10/2024 0

By David Franks, Managing Director, Keolis MHI As the Managing Director of Keolis MHI, the GCC region’s leading rail management company, I have had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how rail systems can transform not just cities but entire regions. Across the globe, robust public transportation networks have become the backbone of modern urban development, […]

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2024 Outlook: GCC Venture Capital Funding Soars 30% Amid Global Downturn

News Desk 2 11/10/2024 0

Pulsar, a global leader in venture capital and startup acceleration, has released its latest research on the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) venture ecosystem. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the 30% growth in venture capital (VC) funding across the region in 2023, a year marked by a global decline in startup funding. Pulsar’s research […]

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Arab Housing and Community Development Forum Focuses on Community-Centric Planning and Innovation in Housing

News Desk 1 02/10/2024

The Arab Housing and Community Development Forum started today with insightful discussions on advancing housing in the GCC through community-centric planning. The forum’s opening panel, featuring key industry leaders emphasized the importance of involving local residents, community leaders, and stakeholders in fostering inclusive, sustainable housing

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Neuraxpharm expands operations into the Middle East

News Desk 1 01/10/2024

Neuraxpharm Group (Neuraxpharm), a leading European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, announces the launch of Neuraxpharm Middle East to cover the six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) – United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar – as the […]

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Hamdan Educational Awards 2024 Arbitration Process Begins

News Desk 1 30/09/2024

Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences has announced the launch of the arbitration process for the 2024 edition of its educational awards. Aimed at recognizing the outstanding achievements of students, teachers, educators, schools, and supporting institutions, the awards span both national and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) levels. Dr.

Business Gitex

Store this fact: Lexar records 200% revenue growth in GCC

News Desk 2 26/09/2024 0

Amidst massive retail expansion Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory solutions, has recorded a 200% revenue growth milestone in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region over the past two years, driven by increasing demand for high-performance data storage across various industries. This growth has been complemented by a marked increase in market share […]

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Gulf Capital joins Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration to support the UAE’s Green Economy for Sustainable Development initiative

News Desk 1 23/09/2024

Gulf Capital, one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has formally joined the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Declaration (ADSFD), formalising its commitment to a sustainable finance and investment industry in line with the UAE’s Green Economy for Sustainable Development initiative. The Abu […]

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TechBridge MEA Appointed as Channel Value Added Distributor

News Desk 1 23/09/2024

Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading cyber security platform provider of AI-powered, cloud delivered solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of TechBridge MEA as its authorized Channel Value Added Distributor for the GCC region. This strategic partnership is set to enhance Check Point’s regional presence and expand TechBridge’s

Automotive

Lotus Technology receives GCC homologation for Eletre and Emeya EVs

Arnold Pinto 22/09/2024 0

Region is key market for the brand Lotus Technology, a global leader in intelligent luxury mobility, has obtained local homologation certification for its Eletre (hyper-SUV) and Emeya (hyper-GT sedan) electric vehicle models in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The certification comes as Lotus Technology expands its footprint in a region celebrated for

Thought leadership

Building personalised career journeys with AI in the UAE and GCC region

News Desk 2 18/09/2024 0

By Sean Hinton, Founder of SkyHive Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionising how we work and, just as critically, how people navigate their careers. This transformation holds particular relevance for the fast-evolving labour markets of the UAE and the wider GCC region, where AI’s impact is poised to reshape the workforce in meaningful ways. AI and […]

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MEA paper & pulp industry poised to cross over USD 20 billion on the back of big packaging push

News Desk 1 17/09/2024

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) paper and pulp industry is on a growth surge, poised to cross over USD 20 billion in the next six to seven years, with GCC countries led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE at the forefront of a demand upswing for paper packaging products fuelling the rise, industry experts […]

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Mazagan Resort Celebrates a Successful Summer Season Welcoming Guests

News Desk 1 13/09/2024

Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, announced the successful conclusion of an exceptional summer season, marked by a significant increase in visitors from the UAE and the broader GCC region. With guests enjoying the resort’s diverse array of activities, luxurious accommodations, and world-class amenities, Mazagan has solidified its reputation as a premier destination for

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GCC can have big role in bitcoin mining’sgreen energy-driven future

News Desk 1 29/08/2024

As bitcoin mining undergoes major changes, the GCC region can have an important role in the transformation, which is being driven by a focus on renewable energy and new technology. Abdumalik Mirakhmedov, Executive President of GDA, one of the world’s largest bitcoin mining companies in terms of hash rate, says strong government support, an abundance […]

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FESPA Middle East expo returns to Dubai in 2025 after successful inaugural event

News Desk 1 27/08/2024

FESPA Middle East, which connects senior decision-makers and trade professionals with leading OEM suppliers and distributors from the print, textile and signage industry, will return to the Dubai Exhibition Centre on 20-22 January 2025 after a hugely successful inaugural event earlier this year. According to international market research company Mordor Intelligence, the

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UAE’s latest home-grown brand Flava Coffee Co.

News Desk 1 26/08/2024

Flava Coffee, a Dubai-based producer of specialty roasted coffee, unique for its signature blends and coffee brewing equipment, has forayed into the UAE at a time when the food and beverage (F&B) market is experiencing robust growth. The combined coffee sales revenue in the GCC is expected to reach US$6.84 billion in 2024. Revenue generated […]

Corporate

Transworld Business Advisors expands GCC operations

Arnold Pinto 20/08/2024 0

Reinforcing growth and advisory services Transworld Business Advisors (Transworld), the world’s largest business brokerage franchise, has extended its operations in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The move sees West Palm Beach, Florida-headquartered Transworld, extending its services beyond the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to include Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain,

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GCC investors expected to spend more than $4bn in UK commercial property market annually: Bank of London and The Middle East report

News Desk 1 01/08/2024

Investment into UK commercial property by Gulf investors is expected to grow to more than $4bn (£3.1bn) annually, according to new research from Bank of London and The Middle East (BLME), a Sharia’a compliant bank based in London. The research finds that the UK market is heading for a once-in-a-decade economic alignment, with cuts to […]