Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Firms overlook ‘huge blind spots in their AI overconfidence’

Thu, 02 May 2024

Despite firm belief in AI plans, businesses’ fragmented AI strategies and execution that overlook end-to-end lifecycles will not deliver successful outcomes, says a research report assigned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

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80% next-gen Philanthropists prefer to give 'on a personal level'

Mon, 29 Apr 2024

About 80% of next-generation philanthropists are moving away from their family foundations and businesses with over 45% employing non-traditional giving methods such as impact investing, microlending, and donor-advised funds, says a study.

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How cross-sector partnerships elevate hospitality experience

Fri, 26 Apr 2024

The hospitality industry thrives on the dynamic flow of mobility. This is where strategic partnerships, particularly between hotels and chauffeur services, become crucial, says the General Manager of a professional car service in Dubai.

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Internet usage in Saudi Arabia hits 99%: report

Thu, 25 Apr 2024

The growth of internet usage in Saudi Arabia reached 99% of the population, with the average mobile data consumption per person reaching 44 GB monthly, data said. Also, mobile phones are the most used devices for browsing, accounting for 98.9%.

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Family businesses ‘prioritise expansion, technology’

Mon, 22 Apr 2024

Expanding into new sectors and markets ranked first on the list of priorities for Dubai’s next generation of family business members, with business development second and the adoption of new technologies following in third place.

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Both humans and tech must evolve as the AI era unfolds

Tue, 16 Apr 2024

As AI becomes more and more sophisticated, it is imperative that it is figured out how to harness the power of its innovations without opening up to dangerous risks.

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Australian freelancers most expensive: research

Mon, 15 Apr 2024

Australia has the most expensive freelancers, with an average price of $594.56 per freelance job, followed by India and Morocco, while Columbia has the cheapest freelancers with $72.13 per job, new research has found.

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5 ways AI is breaking barriers and boosting access to healthcare

Thu, 04 Apr 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) could play a key role in extending health services to underserved and vulnerable communities, by revolutionising prevention and diagnosis, and helping develop bespoke medicines while expanding access to care.

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Companies planning to modernise offices to woo top talent

Wed, 03 Apr 2024

Employers across the globe are planning to invest in the office design and technology to attract top talent with 81% of employers having already or planning to redesign workspaces in the next 24 months, according to a study by Cisco.

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Key factors that will drive Mobile Financial services’ growth

Mon, 01 Apr 2024

Mobile Financial Services (MFS) providers must increasingly focus on advanced services like sophisticated micro-finance services, loans, overdrafts, BNPL, investments, merchant payments and bulk payments.