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Technology, collective action key for secure future: Experts

Fri, 17 Oct 2025

Emerging technologies, coordinated governance and collective action are essential to build a secure, sustainable and equitable future, experts said at the World Economic Forum Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity in Dubai.

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MENA STANDS OUT FOR GROWTH

Global trade withstands tariff turbulence: Report

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Global trade is holding strong even as US tariffs hit highs not seen since the 1930s, says a special update to the DHL Global Connectedness Tracker.

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ABU DHABI'S MEGA MERGER

IHC plans $32.68bn merger of 2PointZero, Multiply and Ghitha

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

IHC, an Abu Dhabi-based global investment company, plans to merge its flagship companies 2PointZero, Multiply Group, and Ghitha Holding into a single, next‑generation investment powerhouse valued at AED120 billion ($32.68 billion), creating one of Abu Dhabi’s largest listed investment companies.

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INSIGHT

Supply chain anxiety down, cybersecurity concerns rise: study

Fri, 10 Oct 2025

While global supply chain anxiety has eased slightly from record highs earlier this year, procurement leaders remain alert to mounting risks, including tariffs, geopolitical instability, and a sharp rise in cybersecurity threats, says the latest CIPS Pulse Survey.

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ANALYSIS

AI optimism fuels markets amid global political turbulence

Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Relentless optimism surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) continues to propel global markets, even as political and fiscal uncertainty dominates headlines in the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom, according to a recent research note from Barclays.

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Top This Week

Joy as Hamas releases hostages, Israel frees prisoners

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

Hamas has released all 20 of the living captives it had been holding in the Gaza Strip, while Israel has begun freeing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners under the conditions of the ceasefire deal.

HP commences operations at Saudi manufacturing facility

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

HP has opened its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and confirmed the launch of an AI R&D Center of Excellence (CoE) in Dhahran.

Open rules-based trade must to drive development of nations: UAE

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

UAE believes that open rules-based trade remains an essential driver of long-term development for nations across the world, Foreign Trade Minister Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi said during the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting (TIMM) in Gqeberha, South Africa.

2,000 startups, 1,200 investors connect at Expand North Star event

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

Expand North Star by Gitex Global, the world’s largest startup and investor connector event, opened on Sunday aiming to elevate funding, scaling, and deal-flow levels – catalysing new partnerships and driving inclusive digital growth across emerging AI economies.

Bitcoin’s plunge after tariff shock: A correction or trend reversal?

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

Bitcoin's reaction to US President Donald Trump's recent announcement of 100% tariff on all imports from China illustrates how Bitcoin retains the reflexive behaviour of a free market instrument. It serves as an instant mirror of global risk sentiment, where every shift in policy expectations is priced in directly and without mediation, says Linh Tran, Market Analyst at XS.com

L&T consortium secures $1.68bn mega Mideast gas plant contract

Sun, 12 Oct 2025

Indian engineering conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) said its key business unit LTEH, in consortium with Greek company Consolidated Contractors, has won a Rs150 billion ($1.68 billion) order for setting up a natural gas liquids plant and allied facilities in the Middle East.

Kuwait Oil names L&T lowest bidder for Jurassic Light Oil project

Sun, 12 Oct 2025

Indian engineering and construction conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has emerged as the lowest bidder for a key project of Kuwait Oil Company. The Jurassic Light Oil project will see construction of new storage facilities as well as upgrade of existing infrastructure.

Dubai Safari Park opens new season with 'Wild Rules' theme

Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Dubai Safari Park, the emirate’s premier wildlife and conservation destination, is set to welcome visitors from October 14 for its exciting seventh season under the theme ‘Wild Rules”.

Dubai's $10m-plus home sales soar 26% to 357 in 9 months

Fri, 10 Oct 2025

Dubai’s high-end residential market has enjoyed another stellar quarter, with 103 homes sold for more than $10 million in Q3, a 24% increase on Q3 2024, according to the latest data from global property consultancy Knight Frank.

Dubai gears up for Light + Intelligent Building Middle East expo

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Light + Intelligent Building Middle East will be back next year in Dubai hosting 450 exhibitors from 30 countries. Co-located with Intersec, the event brings together 16,000 industry leaders and innovators to explore cutting-edge products and solutions.

PXGEO appoints first Chief Information Officer

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Marine geophysical specialist PXGEO, has bolstered its senior leadership team with the appointment of Chet Bhat as its first Chief Information Officer (CIO), to spearhead the company’s worldwide digital strategy.

CruiseXplore Middle East hosts Cruise Workshop 2025

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

CruiseXplore Middle East successfully hosted its Cruise Workshop 2025 in the UAE, drawing participation from over 80 travel trade professionals across the region. The annual event, exclusively designed for travel agents and industry partners, continues to build momentum as a premier platform for cruise education, engagement, and collaboration.

Google to build $15bn AI + data centre hub in Visakhapatnam

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Google has announced a $15 billion investment to build a large AI + data centre hub in the south Indian city of Visakhapatnam, thus pioneering a generational shift in AI capability and anchoring the next phase of US–India tech co-operation in an AI era.

Supply chain anxiety down, cybersecurity concerns rise: study

Fri, 10 Oct 2025

While global supply chain anxiety has eased slightly from record highs earlier this year, procurement leaders remain alert to mounting risks, including tariffs, geopolitical instability, and a sharp rise in cybersecurity threats, says the latest CIPS Pulse Survey.

Archireef in deal to boost Abu Dhabi coral reef habitats' restoration

Sun, 12 Oct 2025

Archireef, a Hong Kong-based nature tech company, has entered into a deal with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) to collaborate on cutting-edge research and projects aimed at restoring coral reef habitats and protecting marine biodiversity in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Bahraini students shine at Gitex with their groundbreaking innovations

Wed, 15 Oct 2025

Bahraini students continued to present their innovative projects and modern technological solutions for the second day at Gitex Global 2025, thus demonstrating the creativity, research excellence and scientific capabilities of the kingdom's youth.

Souk Al Jubail unveils retail partners lineup at Abu Dhabi's lifestyle hub

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Jubail Island has announced the first wave of premium retail partners set to open at Souk Al Jubail, a pivotal milestone in establishing the island’s social heart as a premier destination for refined living. These openings mark the next stage in Jubail Island’s development.

Alec Holdings debuts on DFM in largest-ever construction sector IPO

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Alec Holdings, a diversified engineering and construction group in UAE, has announced its listing on Dubai Financial Market, thus marking UAE’s largest-ever initial public offering in the construction sector, by both valuation and size.

Google to build $15bn AI + data centre hub in Visakhapatnam

Thu, 16 Oct 2025

Google has announced a $15 billion investment to build a large AI + data centre hub in the south Indian city of Visakhapatnam, thus pioneering a generational shift in AI capability and anchoring the next phase of US–India tech co-operation in an AI era.

K2, Neolix to boost autonomous delivery vehicles deployment in UAE

Tue, 14 Oct 2025

K2, an Abu Dhabi–based advanced tech company, has announced a strategic collaboration with Neolix, an autonomous tech company, to accelerate the deployment and local operation of its autonomous delivery vehicles across the UAE.

Salman Khan to rock Doha in his first live debut show

Wed, 15 Oct 2025

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is all set to dazzle Doha with his first live debut show in the Qatari capital. He will be joined by India’s top stars -Tamannaah Bhatia, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonakshi Sinha and dancing sensation Prabhu Deva.

Technology, collective action key for secure future: Experts

Fri, 17 Oct 2025

Emerging technologies, coordinated governance and collective action are essential to build a secure, sustainable and equitable future, experts said at the World Economic Forum Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity in Dubai.

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