Among several restrictions, no tobacco shops will be permitted to operate within 500 metres of mosques and schools
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Diriyah megaproject executives detained by Saudi Arabia’s anti-corruption watchdog – report
Detentions part of the kingdom’s continuing anti-corruption crackdown
Deloitte
Qiddiya to adopt Deloitte’s OneTrust and Informatica GRC solutions
OneTrust platform will help manage privacy, security, and third-party risk; Informatica solutions to facilitate seamless data integration, quality, and governance
Abu Dhabi
Gulf money fuels Egypt real estate with UAE, Saudi leading $1.4 bn inflows
Foreign capital is pouring into Egypt’s housing market as Cairo pushes its most ambitious development agenda in decades
Almasar Alshamil Education
Amanat’s education subsidiary Almasar receives Saudi CMA approval for Tadawul IPO
Advanced negotiations are being led by an alliance that includes prominent Saudi companies, alongside Emirati partners, to acquire the Exhibition Grounds in Nasr City, Cairo, for more than 700 million US dollars
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Overview analysis: 150 Most Influential Arabs 2025
This year’s expanded list – which has grown from 100 to 150 – introduces a three-category structure that captures the full spectrum of Arab influence
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AB Majlis podcast: A deep dive into Arabian Business 150 most influential Arabs 2025 – all you need to know
Arabian Business reporters unpack the methodology and key themes shaping this year’s definitive regional ranking
Accor
Accor, Al Qimmah to develop 3,000 hotel keys in Saudi Arabia
The agreement will see the introduction of Accor’s premium, midscale, and economy brands across city hotels, serviced apartments, resorts, and properties designed to serve religious tourism
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s National Water Company urges disconnection for unverified meters
The National Water Company will permanently cut off water service for unverified meters in Saudi Arabia.
AlUla
Watch how Azimuth 2025 transforms AlUla into a global music stage from sunset to dawn
AlUla Shines: Azimuth 2025 Brings Together International Music Stars for Unforgettable Nights
Aquellum
Saudi Arabia tourism boom: Inside NEOM’s Magna with 12 futuristic resorts, record hotels and luxury communities
From mountain hideaways to a lagoon-spanning infinity pool, NEOM’s Magna is transforming Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast with 12 luxury resorts, vibrant communities and sustainable tourism experiences under Vision 2030
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EXCLUSIVE: ULTA Beauty confirms Dubai Mall location, Saudi Arabia stores in aggressive Middle East expansion
American beauty giant ULTA to open at world’s largest shopping destination following Mall of the Emirates launch with sights set on the Saudi market
Chopin
Could the next Chopin come from Saudi Arabia?
Following the success of the Lang Lang Piano Summer Intensive programme at the Saudi Music Hub in Riyadh, the world-class Chinese virtuoso has discovered the Kingdom’s next big musical talents
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Saudi Arabia arrested over 21,600 last week in residency and labour operations
Saudi Arabia announces more than 21,600 arrests in a single week as it clamps down on residency, labour and security breaches
Abu Dhabi
US Federal Reserve poised to cut rates as Gulf economies brace for ripple effects
Gulf investors brace for a near-certain US rate cut, with UAE borrowing costs set to fall and cash shifting into stocks, property and digital assets amid Washington’s political drama
Apple
iPhone 17 launch sparks wave of AI-driven phishing scams across UAE and Saudi
Security researchers warn of sophisticated scams targeting UAE and Saudi consumers as Apple’s latest release fuels a wave of fraud
Red Sea Global
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global opens first three luxury resorts on Shura Island
The phase one launch includes three hotels – SLS, EDITION, and InterContinental – alongside Shura Links, Saudi Arabia’s first island golf course