Northern Ireland may seem a long distance from the desert sands and soaring skyscrapers of the Middle East. Yet, the region is also at an inflection point in both its sustainability and technology sectors
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Fraud prevention technologies are in the spotlight in Saudi Arabia
The event includeds a panel discussion with top information security, fraud prevention and risk management giants
national day
UAE National Day 2022: Free parking, fireworks, discounts, metro times, and everything you need to know
Here’s everything you need to know about UAE National Day celebration rules, changed public transport timings, special celebrations and more
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Metropolitan Premium Properties celebrates its 10th anniversary
As part of its expansion plan in the Northern Emirates, the company opened its office in Sharjah and will open an office in Ras Al Khaimah later this year
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Tahaluf’s commitment to transforming KSA into an events hub
Working to build a portfolio of world-class digital experiences in KSA, Informa and SAFCSP’s new joint venture company Tahaluf will make Saudi Arabia a global events hub to help KSA achieve its strategy kingdom’s 2030 Vision
DEWA in Metaverse
Sheikh Hamdan calls for Dubai to become top global metaverse hub, creating 40,000 jobs, ‘endless’ possibilities
Sheikh Hamdan approved the new phase of the Dubai Metaverse Strategy, which will implement measures to empower the use of the metaverse and future technologies
air fares
UAE’s Etihad launches Black Friday sale offering discounted flight tickets to several destinations
Tickets to multiple destinations around the world are available including New York, Mumbai, London and more
Abu Dhabi Finance Week
Region’s top Web 3.0 innovators celebrated at inaugural Middle East Blockchain Awards
First MEBA ceremony held as part of Abu Dhabi Finance Week, alongside the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
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The Khalifa International Award for Early Learning will transform early childhood education quality in the UAE
Fatma Ahmed Al Bastaki, cluster manager, Emirates Schools Establishment & Awarding Committee Member, Khalifa International Early Learning Awards reveals that the ultimate objective of The Khalifa International Award for Early Learning (KIAEL) is to create new generations of leaders who possess the knowledge and skillset to help themselves and others realise their dreams and aspirations
abu dhabi real estate market
Dubai real estate booms amid Qatar World Cup: Soaring property market trends explained
Dubai real estate is currently at a 12-year record high. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest property market trends
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Web 3.0 expert Kevin O’Leary to speak at Middle East Blockchain Awards
The inaugural MEBA event will be held as part of Abu Dhabi Finance Week at the five-star W Abu Dhabi on Yas Island, on 18 November 2022 alongside the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2022
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Hotpack unveils its largest manufacturing plant in National Industries Park
Hotpack Global invests AED 250 million into the 500,000 sqft facility at one of the most sought-after industrial manufacturing hotspots in the region.
Cemeteries in Sudan
EXCLUSIVE: Inside the secret Sudanese grave trade business
The livelihood of these young Sudanese men depend on burial digging, preparing bodies and other burial rituals
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Philip Morris launches new IQOS ILUMA in the UAE, aims for a smoke-free future
UAE is the first market in the Middle East to debut the new tobacco heating system
business leaders
Revealed: GCC Young Achievers 2022
The region has produced a wide array of successful enterprises founded by young and talented people. From finance to e-commerce and science and government, we present some of the shining stars in this special issue
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UAE is home to the top performing International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in the Middle East region
North London Collegiate School Dubai ranks 1st for two consecutive years
FIFA
In pictures: Every World Cup football used so far ahead of Qatar 2022
We take a short look in the history of the 22 World Cup balls from 1930 to 2022
Al Futtaim Malls
Al-Futtaim Malls and Yardi collaborate to advance a wider digital transformation journey
How Yardi’s end-to-end solution streamlined and automated processes for Al-Futtaim Malls
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SoftConstruct opens first-ever NFT stores in Dubai
ftNFT Marketplace is going from digital straight into real-life experiences
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Explore Dubai in luxury with Kempinski Mall of the Emirates
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is a flagship regional hotel in Dubai for 16 years. General manager Slim Zaiane reveals exciting plans in store during the FIFA World Cup 2022 and into 2023
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Finding a path for private equity in the new market environment
The relentless hunt for returns in an ultra-low yield environment has made the rise of private markets as one of the biggest trends in finance over the last decade, says Yves Bonzon, group chief investment officer of Swiss wealth manager Bank Julius Baer
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Now is a good time for businesses to expand into Saudi Arabia
Rapid growth will be ignited by the kingdom’s extensive infrastructure development and economic reforms
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ToYou boosts its payment infrastructure through an innovative partnership with M2P Fintech
Collaboration with M2P Fintech elevates ToYou’s financial infrastructure to the next level and drives innovation across the digital marketplace
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ToYou joins forces with Saudi payments infrastructure giant, Geidea
The latest partnership delivers next-level payment infrastructure, boosting customer experience and driving innovation for consumers, partners, and merchants
Abu Dhabi hospitality market
Abu Dhabi set to attract an influx of international tourists for 2023
The UAE capital has launched its latest campaign ‘Experience Abu Dhabi, Find Your Pace’ which aims to heighten the destination experience for visitors
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Faster US EB-5 Golden Visa processing for Indian GCC residents
With the relaunch of the United States EB-5 golden visa, Indian residents in the UAE and neighbouring Gulf countries can now benefit from faster processing of their US Green Cards
Majid Al Futtaim
UAE to see fastest GDP growth in over a decade despite global economic headwind: Report
The country’s retail economy remains on track to record strongest annual growth, projected to increase by 6.8 percent
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GCC’s first ever harm reduction event addressed misinformation and lack of awareness
Experts discussed ways in which individuals can practice harm reduction to improve quality of life
Federal Tax Authority
New UAE VAT rules: Exemptions for businesses and registration for the 5% tax explained
UAE’s VAT changes will come into effect on January 1, 2023
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Visa, Crypto.com give football fans opportunity to own a piece of FIFA history
The Visa Masters of Movement hybrid experience featured an NFT auction of iconic FIFA goals, with an upcoming on-site, immersive activation set to take place at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Biodiversity
Location intelligence helps leaders fight climate change
Climate change affects everyone – both public and private sectors
ITP events
Event line-up revealed for exclusive invite only event on building global business out of the Middle East
Regional and multinational C-suite executives will come together for an exclusive conversation on the opportunities presented by the region’s ambitious future
Arabian Business
Welcome to the new Arabian Business
Our team of editors, engineers, designers and developers have been working tirelessly for the past few months to deliver a completely new experience for our millions of readers
corruption
Corruption: Saudi’s King Abdulaziz University President removed for embezzlement, money laundering
The president had served in the position since 2016
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‘We have a lot of work ahead of us’: Trend Micro, on securing MEA’s digital future
Cybersecurity leader’s regional VP Dr. Moataz Bin Ali maps out the challenges and potential pitfalls faced by business leaders as they try to take their place in the digital economy
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GulfHost set to bring together foodservice pioneers to shape the future of the hospitality industry
MENA’S largest hospitality and foodservice event will showcase the latest cutting-edge products and services, from one of the region’s flourishing industries. In a ground-breaking event first – GulfHost visitors will be able to experience food in the metaverse, in collaboration with ICCA and Akshaya.io
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The world’s greatest food show comes to Dubai
Gulfood Manufacturing 2022 will be the definitive destination leading the future of food production – from new ingredients and advanced technologies to integrated supply chain solutions and breakthrough developments driving the industry forward
Entrepreneurs
Is it ever a good decision to start a business with a friend or family member?
Starting a business with a close friend or family member can either make or break a startup
Education industry
Entrepreneurship needs to be taught in schools
Entrepreneurship values abilities and skills that can be perceived as disruptive behaviour that teachers in traditional schools might otherwise discourage