Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

AI growth will depend upon ‘infrastructure modernisation’

Mon, 25 Nov 2024

Businesses must adopt cloud-native infrastructure, which includes powerful computing, high-performance network and storage, container and data management systems, to meet the growing demands of AI.

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Industry efforts to support, enable, leverage and regulate AI

Thu, 21 Nov 2024

AI continues to reshape the data centre industry, a reality reflected in the projected 2025 data centre trends from Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions.

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US-centric market shift to ‘impact UAE purchasing power’

Mon, 18 Nov 2024

The immediate drop in gold prices and the EUR/USD rate soon after the US election reflects market anticipation of a US-centric policy shift, which could adjust global capital flows and impact the UAE’s purchasing power and inflation.

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Eco-conscious tourism: 'World witnessing fascinating paradox'

Fri, 15 Nov 2024

Pascal Armoudom, Partner at Kearney, said in an interview that the world is witnessing a fascinating paradox in 2024 with regard to eco-conscious tourism, citing a study that said 75% of travellers consider environmental impact when choosing destinations.

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Hsmai 2024: Industry experts to shine a spotlight on AI role in hospitality

Fri, 15 Nov 2024

The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming the hospitality industry will take centre stage at Hsmai Middle East & Africa Commercial Strategy Conference, taking place from November 26-27 at the Conrad Dubai.

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5G Advanced to be the upgrade that 'will transform daily life'

Tue, 12 Nov 2024

The upcoming era of 5G Advanced has the power to do more than just improve personal device speeds; it aims to make networks smarter, more efficient and more responsive to real-world needs in ways that could impact everyone.

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Talent crisis grips luxury retail industry:CXG

Mon, 11 Nov 2024

A staggering 51% of luxury retail employees plan to leave their jobs amid a talent crisis gripping the industry, said a landmark report titled “The Advisor Effect: Driving Retail Success by Re-imagining the Role of the Client Advisor”.

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Path to sustainable public transport through ESG integration

Mon, 04 Nov 2024

Metro rail systems are pivotal in reducing urban congestion and greenhouse gas emissions providing an efficient alternative to road transport.

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Finding smart ways to fill skills and drive growth

Tue, 29 Oct 2024

Bridging the expertise gap requires more than just accessing external knowledge – it is a holistic approach that recognises the value of talent within a culture of shared growth.

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Family trips lead travel bookings ahead of UAE National Day holidays

Mon, 28 Oct 2024

Family trips accounted for 35% of travel bookings, followed by couples at 15%; groups of friends, 15%; and solo travellers, 12%, said musafir.com, a top online travel agency in the UAE, that has shared travel trends ahead of the UAE National Day holidays.