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ADNOC Distribution 2025 dividend $700m

The company had reported EBITDA of $1.17 bn in 2025.

Empower okays $119.1m H2 2025 dividend

The dividend is equivalent to 43.75% of paid-up capital.

Alujain widens 2025 loss

The increase in loss is due to impairment charges, weaker prices.

Masar 2025 net profit $262m

Higher land plot sales boost revenue and operating income.

Tasnee’s 2025 losses deepen

The petrochemicals' company's revenue also fell 17.7 percent.

Russia-Ukraine: A tragic comedy of errors

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict grinds on, the West's financial commitment grows, while neither Zelenskyy nor Putin shows interest in peace...
  • As of early September 2024, the United States has provided $55.7 billion in military assistance since the conflict began in February 2022
  • While the West supports Ukraine as the victim of Russian aggression, it simultaneously backs Israel in the Israel-Gaza conflict, where it supports the aggressor

What can employers do to combat STEM talent shortages?

Employers must prioritize retention by understanding employee preferences for benefits, hybrid working, and workplace culture, as effective retention strategies enhance...
  • In the face of a global STEM talent crisis, it's crucial for employers to innovate and strategize
  • Companies can address this through collaborations with educational institutions – encouraging diversity and expanding the talent pool

Dubai, Abu Dhabi real estate market thrives in Q1 2024

“2024 has opened up to an interesting and promising phase of growth within our sector. As proptech leaders, we can...
  • In Abu Dhabi, Q1 2024 recorded 814 residential transactions representing around 38% of the total transactions
  • Data from the Dubai Land Department showed a significant surge in total sales transactions in Q1 2024

Digital innovation fuels surge in Iraq’s banking sector

"These banks excel not only in financial performance but also in adapting and innovating. Through partnerships with global entities like...
  • At the forefront of this remarkable journey are banks like the National Bank of Iraq and the Bank of Baghdad (BBOB), which have exhibited exceptional growth and profitabitability
  • The establishment of the "National Company for Electronic Payment Systems in Iraq" underlines the sector's proactive approach towards embracing cutting-edge technology

UHNWIs drive Dubai’s luxury real estate growth

"The ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) have transformative impact on the real estate market. These individuals, with their discerning tastes and substantial...
  • UHNWIs significantly contribute to the growth of Dubai's luxury property sector, driving demand and innovation.
  • Sales of homes priced at $10 million or more in Dubai reached $7.6 billion in 2023, outperforming global cities.

Cyber insurance shapes the future of cybersecurity

Cyber insurance, particularly around ransomware, is moving towards a world where insured businesses have strong cyber resilience, well-defined disaster recovery...
  • Rising cyber-attack and ransomware effectiveness boosts demand for cyber insurance, leading to increased premiums and stricter coverage rules amid impact on businesses.
  • Business risks have evolved from physical to digital, propelling cyber insurance toward a predicted $84.62 billion industry by 2030, highlighting the sector's rapid growth.

Vision 2030 empowers women in Saudi legal sector

"The progressive momentum generated in the past decade fills us with positivity and reassurance in the Kingdom, where we have...
  • Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 accelerates female participation in the workforce, surpassing targets ahead of schedule.
  • The Kingdom boasts milestones like its first female international referee, astronaut, and train drivers , among others.

Zero trust remains an ongoing cybersecurity evolution

Achieving Zero Trust Data Resilience is not an overnight task but a journey requiring organizational alignment, continuous adaptation, and the...
  • Zero Trust is a mindset, not a destination, requiring continuous evolution in cybersecurity practices.
  • Cybersecurity is an arms race, with the need to adapt and evolve to remain ahead of online threats.

Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks

While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
  • Social engineering exploits individual vulnerabilities, using human nature to gain the unauthorized access.
  • Heightened emotions, such as those around Valentine’s Day, can make individuals more susceptible to cyberattacks.

CFOs at forefront of ESG integration in businesses

"The CFO's role as an ESG guardian and promoter varies significantly across organizations. CFOs with limited ESG experience should deepen...
  • Integration of ESG into finance sectors highlights the evolving expectations from CFOs.
  • In-house research shows 89 percent of CFOs rate communication as the most vital skill.

Cyber war is here: Five rules redefining digital defence for modern organizations today

Modern attackers don’t announce themselves. They quietly map, probe, and observe, often for weeks or months before any visible action....

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Dubai, Abu Dhabi real estate market thrives in Q1 2024

“2024 has opened up to an interesting and promising phase of growth within our sector. As proptech leaders, we can...

Digital innovation fuels surge in Iraq’s banking sector

"These banks excel not only in financial performance but also in adapting and innovating. Through partnerships with global entities like...

UHNWIs drive Dubai’s luxury real estate growth

"The ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) have transformative impact on the real estate market. These individuals, with their discerning tastes and substantial...

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Vision 2030 empowers women in Saudi legal sector

"The progressive momentum generated in the past decade fills us with positivity and reassurance in the Kingdom, where we have...
  • Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 accelerates female participation in the workforce, surpassing targets ahead of schedule.
  • The Kingdom boasts milestones like its first female international referee, astronaut, and train drivers , among others.

Zero trust remains an ongoing cybersecurity evolution

Achieving Zero Trust Data Resilience is not an overnight task but a journey requiring organizational alignment, continuous adaptation, and the...
  • Zero Trust is a mindset, not a destination, requiring continuous evolution in cybersecurity practices.
  • Cybersecurity is an arms race, with the need to adapt and evolve to remain ahead of online threats.

Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks

While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
  • Social engineering exploits individual vulnerabilities, using human nature to gain the unauthorized access.
  • Heightened emotions, such as those around Valentine’s Day, can make individuals more susceptible to cyberattacks.