Navigating a Challenging Landscape As the Gulf region navigates a period of uncertainty hoping to emerge soon from this instability, businesses across the Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC) continue to manage a complex mix of operational pressures and financial challenges. Supply chains that were
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Across the GCC, national growth strategies, with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the UAE’s National AI Strategy 2031, and Qatar’s national roadmap, place AI at the centre of economic diversification. McKinsey estimates AI adoption at roughly 84% across GCC organisations, with a potential $320 billion economic impact for the Middle East by 2030. As deployment accelerates, […]
The GCC Menopause Hub has announced the launch of its first Abu Dhabi summit, taking place on Saturday, 11th April 2026. After its second sell-out Dubai summit last October, the capital’s debut event will bring a range of Abu Dhabi-based medical experts to a 200-strong audience. In addition to two main keynotes, the format will focus […]
Omnix International, a leader in digital transformation and innovative technology solutions in the Middle East, today announced a partnership with Dataiku. This partnership will help organizations adopt artificial intelligence at scale, with a strong focus on security, governance, and real-world business outcomes. With this partnership, Omnix will be able to combine its
Al Sharqi, a premier logistics and freight provider with a 36-year track record in the Middle East, today announced an expanded suite of multi-modal solutions designed to bypass ongoing regional shipping delays. By leveraging strategic hubs in Khor Fakkan and a robust cross-border road network, the company is ensuring cargo fluidity for businesses facing unprecedented […]
Axis Communications, the leading manufacturer of network security and surveillance solutions, has released its first annual Axis Perspectives Report. The publication brings together global research, expert input and real-world examples to explore how intelligent IP cameras are evolving beyond traditional surveillance into an increasingly embedded component of operational
At Human Mobile Devices (HMD), technology is designed to be human first. Purposeful by design. Accessible by default. Built for the realities of everyday life. As HMD sets out its global ambitions for 2026 at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the company is also reinforcing its long-term commitment to the UAE and wider GCC markets […]
Khaleej Times Events is set to host the 8th edition of the New Age Finance & Accounting (NAFA) Summit 2026 on 13th May 2026 at Address Sky View, Dubai, bringing together the UAE and GCC’s senior finance leaders for a full-day, in-person forum on enterprise finance and transformation. A major highlight of this year’s summit […]
Theory 11 Entertainment (T11), the Abu Dhabi-based live music and experiential events organiser, has announced the appointment of Rob Hallett as its new President of Global Music and Festivals, reinforcing the company’s ambition to deliver world-class entertainment experiences across the GCC. A British music executive with more than 40 years’ experience at the highest
Jacky’s Business Solutions, a leading provider of innovative B2B technology solutions, has announced the launch of its Robot Rentals service, introducing a flexible, subscription-based model that enables organisations across the region to adopt robotics without significant upfront capital investment. As businesses across the region continue their digital evolution
Global markets are once again tilting toward caution. From oil and gold to the U.S. dollar, defensive positioning has resurfaced as investors grapple with geopolitical tension, AI-sector volatility, and uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s next move. Nowhere is this shift more visible than across energy and haven assets. Crude oil has rebounded above the […]
Ramadan marks one of the busiest periods of the year for retailers across the UAE and the wider GCC. However, there is good news for consumers: several staple ingredients for the holy month, such as wheat, sugar, coffee, and cocoa, are entering the season at relatively soft prices as global supply conditions improve. While consumer […]
Every year, Ramadan reshapes consumer behavior across the GCC, inspiring generosity, reflection, and deeper community engagement, while also accelerating spending, loyalty participation, and the adoption of innovative incentive strategies, During Ramadan, loyalty programs across the Middle East capitalize on seasonal spending, with retail, travel, and banking poised for
Dubai based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, released its first-ever GCC Real Estate Industry Report, outlining prospects for what has become one of the most appealing investment categories in the region over the past decade. Alpen Capital’s report points to continued steady growth, as both supply and demand factors mature supported by ambitious economic
Photo Credit: Gulf News Royal Oman Police has announced the opening of the Al Rawdah border crossing for commercial goods, a step aimed at strengthening trade and logistical connectivity with the United Arab Emirates. The Directorate General of Customs, operating under the Royal Oman Police, confirmed that the new commercial gateway is located in Al […]
Quadria Capital, Asia’s pre-eminent healthcare-focused PE firm, is strengthening its GCC presence as it looks to build scaled healthcare platforms across the region. Managing more than $4.2 billion in assets and investing exclusively in healthcare, the firm sees the region offering a rare combination of long-term demand visibility, structural supply gaps, rapid adoption of
RELY, a new brand under Chery Commercial Vehicle UAE, has officially made its GCC debut with the latest RELY R8 mid-size pickup model, reinforcing its commitment to delivering intelligent, application-driven commercial mobility solutions in the UAE. This launch marks a strategic expansion of the company’s footprint in the region. As part of this expansion, Al […]
Following its strategic collaboration agreement with Marriott International, ATARA Development has officially launched The Residences at Sheraton Al Marjan Island Resort. The development represents the GCC’s first Sheraton-branded residences, featuring 159 branded apartments scheduled for completion in Q3 2028. Located on Al Marjan Island, the project blends a refined
EC-Council , creator of the world-renowned Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) credential and a global leader in applied cybersecurity education and training, today launched its Enterprise AI Credential Suite, with four new role-based AI certifications debuting alongside Certified CISO v4, an overhauled executive cyber leadership program. The dual launch is the largest single
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre on 4-7 May, is projecting a significant increase in exhibitors from Asia-Pacific countries, underpinned by a strong 13.95% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in participation from Asian exhibitors over the 2024–2026 period. The burgeoning participation from Asian destinations runs in




























