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Checkout.com’s 4th annual MENA report finds cash on delivery usage halved, amongst maturing digital economy

News Desk 14/05/2024

Amidst an era marked by swift digital transformation, the digital economy in the MENA region demonstrates robust growth, soaring by an impressive 78% year-on-year in digital payment volumes since 2020. These revelations and more are unveiled in Checkout.com’s 4th annual MENA e-commerce report,

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New Amazon Payment Services Report Highlights Trends and Opportunities in Online Payment Strategies for Businesses in MENA

News Desk 13/05/2024

Amazon Payment Services, a regional leader in digital payments operating across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), shares its latest research on recent and upcoming changes shaping the payments industry. The report, titled “Leading Trends in Digital Payments: Driving the Real-Time Economy in MENA,” identifies key trends and shows why they matter to businesses […]

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THE BICESTER COLLECTION CELEBRATES WOMEN’S SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN MENA

News Desk 07/05/2024

One year following the announcement of the winners of the inaugural Unlock Her Future Prize, The Bicester Collection hosted a celebration in Dubai on Tuesday 30th April 2024 to honour the achievements of the four women founders who received the 2023 Prize. The event involved an in conversation with the outstanding winners, moderated by

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New MENA Study Reveals Positive Transformation in Next-Gen Philanthropy

News Desk 26/04/2024

A report titled “Grounded in Tradition, Looking to the Future: Understanding Next-Generation Philanthropy in the Middle East” was recently launched during an exclusive event in the UAE, which revealed that an individual-driven approach to philanthropy, centred on non-traditional giving methods, is gaining traction among next-generation philanthropists in the Middle East.

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CABSAT marks its 30th anniversary with return of prestigious MENA Co-Production Salon

News Desk 24/04/2024

CABSAT, the flagship event for broadcast, media, satellite, and entertainment industries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, celebrates its 30th anniversary by continuing its partnership with HConsult, a leading content market specialist in the Arabic-speaking MENA region, to host MENA Co-Production Salon. The exclusive gathering, scheduled from May 21 to 23

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Gaming Matters Dubai: Elevating Gaming Discourse in MENA

News Desk 23/04/2024

The inaugural Gaming Matters Dubai, a forum and networking event in which businesses will explore the transformative power of gaming, is coming to The Museum of the Future on 29 – 30 April 2024. Hosted by Branded, the award-winning event and multimedia content producers, alongside Dubai Esports & Games Festival, which is organised by Dubai […]

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amplifAI Health and Healthspan Digital Unveil AI-powered Vascular Age Analysis for Advancing Precision Health and Longevity Care in MENA

PR News Desk 25/03/2024

amplifAI Health, a health technology company headquartered in Saudi Arabia, and Healthspan Digital Inc., a Toronto-based data-driven healthtech company, announce a strategic partnership that combines amplifAI Health’s AI-powered, rapid, and cost-effective thermal hyperspectral technology with Healthspan Digital’s advanced longevity clinical protocols. This

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Key Reflections from the 2nd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference

PR News Desk 04/03/2024

The 2nd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference concluded with insights and strategic discussions devoted to navigating systemic challenges and discussed future trends that will shape MENA’s corporate restructuring landscape. On the second day, engaging presentations and lively panel discussions created a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange with invaluable

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Fine Hygienic Holding Makes Significant Sustainable Savings

PR News Desk 04/03/2024

Fine Hygienic Holding (FHH), the leading provider of hygienic products in the MENA region, has been awarded CHEP’s Sustainability Certificate, recognising its incredible environmental achievements. This long-standing partnership between the companies has yielded remarkable results, underscoring the commitment of both companies to promote a greener future. Over the

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Keolis Showcased Innovative Mobility Solutions at MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition 2024

PR News Desk 01/03/2024

Keolis, a global leader in shared mobility solutions, is proud to participate as an exhibitor at the MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition (MTCE), scheduled from February 28th to March 1st, 2024 in Dubai. Organised by the RTA in collaboration with UITP, The MTCE 2024 promised a dynamic platform for discussing the future of sustainable urban […]

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Dubai Esports & Games Festival to showcase city’s unbeatable appeal

PR News Desk 16/02/2024

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced that the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024) will be held from 19 April to 5 May, featuring an […]

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IWG TARGETS OVER 500 LOCATIONS IN MENA TO MEET GROWING DEMAND FOR HYBRID WORKING SOLUTIONS

PR News Desk 16/02/2024

IWG, the largest and fastest growing flex and office space provider, with brands including Spaces, Regus, Signature, and HQ, has announced plans to rapidly scale up its network of locations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to meet the growing demand for innovative hybrid working solutions in the region. Having signed 68 new […]

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Hisense Retains No.2 Ranking Globally for TV Shipment in 2023

PR News Desk 15/02/2024

Global home appliance corporation Hisense retained its No. 2 global ranking for TV shipment in 2023, hitting a 25.9 million shipment volume for 2023 in global markets according to the ‘2023 Monthly Report of Global TV Shipment Volume of TV Brands’ from leading market research institute AVC Revo. Hisense has been the only brand that […]

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STARZPLAY to stream the 2024 Six Nations

PR News Desk 02/02/2024

Following its exclusive coverage of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, STARZPLAY, one of the leading video-on-demand subscription (SVOD) services in the region, is bringing rugby fans exclusive coverage of the 2024 Six Nations Championship starting this Friday, 2nd February. STARZPLAY Sports, the new home of international rugby, will show all 15 matches from the Six […]

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Wego Unveils WegoPro to Revolutionize Business Travel and Expense Management

PR News Desk 24/01/2024

Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the MENA region, announces the launch of WegoPro, a modern platform that simplifies business travel and expense management for companies globally. Formerly known as Travelstop, WegoPro will debut today in 7 key markets in the MENA region, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Egypt. The […]

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Network International appoints Jamal Al Nassai as Group Managing Director for Merchant Services, MENA

PR News Desk 19/01/2024

Network International (Network), the leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has strengthened its senior management profile with the appointment of Jamal Al Nassai as Group Managing Director for Merchant Services – Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In this role he will be responsible for strategic planning and […]

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Gulf Capital Closes Strategic Sale of AmCan

PR News Desk 09/01/2024

Gulf Capital (“GC”), one of the largest private equity firms investing from the GCC to the rest of Asia, announced today that it has successfully completed the sale of 100% of AmCan, the exclusive distributor of many of the top global sports nutrition brands across the MENA region, to a leading regional FMCG distributor operating […]

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Global leather producers home in on MENA

PR News Desk 11/12/2023

Footwear and leather goods exporters today said that the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) offers a robust growth opportunity for the trade with retail spending power estimated to be surging in the range of 6-8 per cent CAGR across the region with the UAE and Saudi Arabia leading the trend. Speaking at a press […]

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The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) out of home dining

PR News Desk 09/12/2023

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) out of home dining (OOHD) is projected to reach US$81.82 billion by 2028. The market value is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.66% during the forecast period of 2023-2028, with full-service restaurants (FSR) and casual dining segment being the dominant segment owing to rising consumer’s disposable […]

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Checkout.com appoints Standard Chartered as banking partner in MENA

PR News Desk 29/11/2023

Checkout.com, the global payments service provider, announced today a strategic partnership with Standard Chartered as their cash management bank to bring improved operational and performance to Checkout.com’s merchants in the region. The partnership leverages state-of-the-art technology to seamlessly integrate payment systems and deliver an infrastructure that will power