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Forbes unveils Mideast Top 40 influential money movers list

Sun, 16 Mar 2025

Forbes Middle East has unveiled its Top 40 Asset Managers list, spotlighting the region’s most influential leaders shaping the investment landscape. Collectively, they managed over $439 billion in assets in 2024 spanning equities, debt funds and REITs.

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First 'Made in Bahrain' satellite Al Munther launched

Sat, 15 Mar 2025

In a landmark moment for the Kingdom of Bahrain, the National Space Science Agency (NSSA) said it has successfully launched "Al Munther", the nation’s first domestically designed and built satellite onboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket at a US base.

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Hope Ventures appoints new General Manager

Thu, 13 Mar 2025

The Board of Directors of Hope Ventures, the investment arm of the Hope Fund, has approved the appointment of Latifa Mohammed as the company’s General Manager.

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MDLBEAST launches new ‘A Thousand And One’ festival

Wed, 05 Mar 2025

MDLBEAST, a premier music entertainment company born and based in Saudi Arabia, has announced its latest festival concept, A Thousand And One.

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Trade wars set to erupt after Trump tariffs take effect

Tue, 04 Mar 2025

US President Donald Trump's new 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada took effect on Tuesday, along with a doubling of duties on Chinese goods to 20%, launching new trade conflicts with the top three US trading partners.

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Bisconni to set up $30m factory in Kezad

Tue, 25 Feb 2025

Kezad Group, the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, and Bisconni Middle East Manufacturing have signed a land lease agreement for the establishment of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Kezad A.

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Dubai International Air Chiefs’ Conference to be held in November

Sun, 23 Feb 2025

Adnec Group and the UAE Ministry of Defence have announced a strategic partnership to organise the 12th edition of the Dubai International Air Chiefs’ Conference (DIACC) in 2025.

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Zayed Award for Human Fraternity opens submissions for 2026 edition

Mon, 17 Feb 2025

The search for the next honoree(s) of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has officially begun, with the opening of nominations for the prize’s 2026 edition.

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Microsoft, Merak Capital tie-up to empower Saudi gaming startups

Wed, 12 Feb 2025

Merak Capital, a technology-focused investment firm, has signed an agreement with Microsoft to accelerate the growth and global impact of gaming startups in Saudi Arabia.

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PIF named title sponsor for Saudi ladies golf tournament

Wed, 12 Feb 2025

Golf Saudi has announced that PIF is the new title partner of the renamed PIF Saudi Ladies International, a partnership which also sees the prize money for the tournament equaling with the men’s contest, underlining PIF’s commitment to inclusion in sport.