The real estate and technology mogul shows no signs of slowing down, declaring ‘I’m just having so much fun’
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Matthew Amlôt is the Editorial Director of Arabian Business. He has spent the majority of his professional career in the Middle East reporting on breaking business and political news from the region. Matthew has interviewed some of the foremost names in business from the Middle East and further abroad and has keenly watched as the region has developed further and faster. A strong believer in the intrinsic connections between economics and the world around us, Matthew’s reporting has covered everything from economic collapse, the energy transition, sustainability, and the business of building for the next generation. Twitter: @matthewamlot
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AlAbbar
Alabbar: Noon ‘close’ to being largest delivery company in UAE, ‘this is our hometown’
The Emaar founder delivered a fiery message to Noon’s competitors stating, “We’re committed to winning and we won’t stop. There’s no limit to the investment we’ll go to”
Jeddah
ROSHN’s ALAROUS hits 80% sale of phase 1, aims to ease housing shortage, appeal to expats in Jeddah
The project will span over 4 million square meters once it has been completed and comprises of 18,000 homes
Eight Sleep
Eight Sleep Pod 4 review: What is the price of a good night’s sleep?
The answer is apparently around $2,500, but if you can stomach the price, the results are undeniable
binance
Binance CEO Richard Teng on the future for crypto, growing pains, and running a multi-billion dollar global company
Today, Binance has 230 million users around the world, and of that figure, a staggering 50 million were added only this year
Binghatti
Beyond branded real estate: Inside Muhammad BinGhatti’s journey to UAE property mogul
BinGhatti believes factors like Dubai’s growing population, tenant demand, and yields still outpacing other major international financial centres will insulate the luxury market even in a potential downturn
e&
Meet Hatem Dowidar: The man behind e&’s growth to Middle East tech juggernaut
Meet Hatem Dowidar, the man riding the global tech wave and guiding e&’s aggressive expansion
Dubai
EXCLUSIVE: New UAE developer Source of Fate launches with $2.7bn pipeline in Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah
The firm is aiming to construct residential communities across five projects over the next 12 months
headphones
Sonos Ace: A new luxury contender enters the ring
The company’s entry into headphones broadly delivers and could point to a bright future for Sonos’ nascent personal audio division
Masterminds education: Shamail Siddiqi’s visionary approach to learning
Shamail Siddiqi, co-founder and visionary behind Masterminds Education, has charted a unique course that is transforming education
Dubai
EXCLUSIVE: Senior Nakheel management depart after Group CEO’s resignation
Departures come after Group CEO Naaman Atallah stepped down
Dubai
EXCLUSIVE: Nakheel Group CEO Naaman Atallah resigns following merger
The Group CEO of Nakheel and Meydan resigned after completing a megamerger with Dubai Holding
Burjeel Holdings
Together
Omran Al Khoori, Executive Director and Member of the Board of Directors at Burjeel Holdings and Chairman of Response Plus Holding, reveals why people are the powerhouse behind success
boutique hotel
‘Failure was not an option’: Inside the story of LEVA Hotels with founder JS Anand
Tenacity, determination, and a sense of fun colour the story of one of the UAE’s home-grown hospitality brands
Bentley
Bentley CEO: Middle East buyers ‘love’ customisation, buying more cars as rest of the world suffer global economic headwinds
Bentley cars in the Middle East are “far more equipped and distinctive” than the rest of the world
Abu Dhabi
Jumeirah Saadiyat Island targets sustainability amid Abu Dhabi hospitality push
The resort is embracing sustainability measures while authorities champion the emirate as a tourism hub
agricultural
Sadhguru: Food crisis, civilisational collapse on the way if world ‘doesn’t act now’
Celebrated spiritual leader Sadhguru issued a stark warning about the deterioration of the world’s soil
Dr. Thumbay Moideen
Building a legacy
Thumbay Moideen, founder of international business conglomerate Thumbay Group, sits down to discuss the 25-year journey of building a legacy
anti-money laundering
UAE tax: How to prepare for corporate tax, what you need to know
John Casey, Managing Director, Virtuzone Accounting and Tax breaks down how small businesses can prepare for UAE corporate tax
David Cameron
Meet the UK’s new foreign secretary: David Cameron’s interview with Arabian Business
Former UK Prime Minister is set to take the Foreign Secretary role in Rishi Sunak’s government
Baker McKenzie
Bridging beyond borders
Milton Cheng, Global Chair for law firm giant Baker McKenzie, sits down to discuss how the global order is changing
Augustus Media
Lovin Dubai sales talks collapse as founder admits ‘challenges and hurdles’
Talks ended despite ‘respectful’ negotiations
consumer brands
Nestle boss talks liquid food and how he manages 14,000 staff in first ever interview
Yasser Abdul Malak, the Chairman and CEO of Nestlé MENA sits down for his first public interview since assuming the top job at the food giant
business leadership
Leadership
In a rare interview, former UK Prime Minister David Cameron breaks down why it’s the team behind a leader that leads to success
AI
The Futurist
Joseph Bradley, CEO of Tonomus, reveals how AI is democratising and revolutionising innovation
Dubai
GEMS school bans Prime over Logan Paul, KSI ‘addiction’ fears
The school sent a letter to parents warning over the health dangers of the drink
Cairo
UAE, Egyptian Presidents hold discussions to boost bilateral ties
During the meeting on Wednesday, the two Presidents also reaffirmed their shared interest in promoting stability and progress for the region and its people
Abu Dhabi
UAE announces paid private sector holiday for Eid Al Fitr 2023
Employees will get a four-day weekend
Eid Al Fitr
Saudi Eid Al Fitr 2023: Kingdom issues clarification for Friday prayers
Those attending the Eid prayer are granted permission skip Friday prayers
Abu Dhabi
UAE announces Eid Al Fitr holiday 2023: Dates revealed
Employees will get a four-day weekend
Abdallah Abu-Sheikh
Creative toxicity
The founder of AstraTech Abdallah Abu-Sheikh reveals the secrets behind building a billion-dollar empire
airline business
Riyadh Air: Low-cost airline expert takes top role at new Saudi carrier
Peter Bellew announced his involvement in Riyadh Air on Monday
Abu Dhabi
Dubai school fee jump: GEMS announces teacher pay increases
The decision applies to both Indian curriculum and international schools
advisory services
New Edmond de Rothschild Dubai office ‘complimentary part of global strategy,’ says market lead
Non-traditional energy opportunities are in focus for the bank
Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre
UAE ‘exciting place’ for satellite, space exploration industry, says Yahsat executive
CFO said space exploration a “top priority for UAE”
music festival
Saudi Arabia to launch English dance music station
Presenters are currently under consideration
Emaar Properties
UAE workers ‘need to put heads down and grind 7 days a week,’ Emaar founder Alabbar says
The business mogul explained that hard work is the only route to success
AlAbbar
Data analytics is ‘taking over the world,’ says Emaar founder Alabbar
The business mogul added that collaboration is key to the Middle East’s future success
Dubai
Dubai Bling cast told to ‘upgrade their lives’ by Netflix, contract reveals
The contract also confirmed cast members were paid only $2,500 per episode
Dubai
Dubai Bling salary: Cast paid just $2,500 per episode, contract reveals
Document confirms earlier Arabian Business reports
Dar Al Arkan
Dar Global London stock exchange listing ‘big milestone,’ CEO says
The $600 million blockbuster listing will help fuel growth, Ziad El Chaar, CEO, Dar Global said
Dubai
Dubai Bling cast forced to waive “moral rights,” contract reveals
The contract also confirmed cast members were paid only $2,500 per episode
CFI
CFI Financial: Setting the new normal in retail investment
Hisham Mansour, founder and MD of investment juggernaut CFI Financial, sits down with Arabian Business to discuss how his firm has sought to adapt to the changing retail investment landscape while growing as a global organisation
Amy Roko
Dubai Bling season 2: Saudi star Amy Roko says ‘no comment’ over firing scandal
The Saudi influencer’s comments came one day after news broke that she had been fired from the reality TV show Dubai Bling
Amy Roko
Dubai Bling season 2: Netflix fires Saudi superstar Amy Roko over “dating” storyline
Saudi star asked to leave show after filming started for Dubai Bling second season
Dubai
Retail giant GMG buys aswaaq from Investment Corporation of Dubai
The buyout will bolster GMG with 11 community malls, 22 supermarkets, and 800 employees
Earthquake
Earthquake leaves hundreds dead in Turkey, Syria
The earthquake hit in the early hours of Monday morning
Al Barari
Inside the final ultra-luxury villas of Dubai’s Al Barari
The final six villas are the developments largest and most luxurious
Atlantis Dubai
Dubai’s Atlantis Royal best Instagram, influencer hotel in world, says managing director
New Atlantis hotel in Dubai is aimed at attracting 30- to 60-year-old social media users with a selection of “ultra-exclusive, specialised, bespoke experiences,” the hotel boss said
Atlantis The Royal
Revealed: Beyoncé’s room at Dubai’s Atlantis Royal cost $100,000 a night
At over 11,000 square feet, it is also one of the world’s biggest mansions
Damac
Hussain Sajwani says Dubai real estate entering best phase yet
The real estate markets success is built off Dubai’s ‘amazing’ approach to handling Covid-19, the property tycoon said
Ahmed Galal Ismail
Majid Al Futtaim Malls CEO departed company prior to Alain Bejjani exit
Shireen El Khatib had been CEO of shopping malls at the retail giant
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
UAE ‘crucially important’ to future of global philanthropy, Gates Foundation boss says
The Arabian Gulf’s role as a hub for philanthropy is only set to grow
Arabian Business
Nominations open for AB KSA Women Excellence Awards 2023
The programme aims to honour inspiring and influential female leaders in Saudi Arabia