Firms lag as AI-driven fraud surges: Study
The report, published by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and analytics firm SAS, highlights widening gaps between rapidly evolving fraud tactics and corporate defenses, as criminals increasingly exploit accessible artificial intelligence tools.
Business
Trump dissatisfied with Iran peace proposal that delays nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to multiple media reports.
Geostrategy
Cyber war is here: Five rules redefining digital defence for modern organizations today
Recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East have confirmed what defence professionals saw coming years ago. Cyber operations now precede kinetic strikes. Digital infrastructure is targeted alongside physical. And the organisations that survive aren’t the ones with the best firewalls, they’re the ones built to absorb and adapt, writes Ayman Gomaa, Global Leadership Strategist, Special Operations Veteran, and Founder of Acacia Innovations Technology.
Modern attackers don’t announce themselves. They quietly map, probe, and observe, often for weeks or months before any visible action. We saw this clearly in Ukraine long before February 2022. And it continues to be the pattern in virtually every high-stakes operating environment, he adds.
AWS outage in Gulf raises reliability concerns as services remain disrupted over a week after strikes
Cloud services operated by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the Gulf region continue to face disruptions more than a week after drone strikes damaged data centre infrastructure, raising concerns about the reliability of critical digital systems in an increasingly volatile geopolitical environment.
Economy
MENA faces shortfall of 111,737 construction Project Managers by 2035: PMI
The PMI report finds that MENA will require up to 330,794 construction project management professionals by 2035 under a high-growth scenario, a 32% increase in demand compared with 2025 levels.
Economy
Dubai moves from importing innovation to exporting it, says Future Solutions Head
Dubai’s innovation ecosystem is entering a new phase, argues Amer Abdulraoof, Head of Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity, with university-led prototypes now being scaled through government and industry partnerships.
Interview
MEA market decision-making cycle is fast but risk-averse: Ralph Melis
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) markets are characterized by rapid growth, high owner influence, diverse operator models, and a...
Interview
WEF’s risks report 2025: Rising geopolitical tensions, environmental threats, disinformation dominate future threats
A survey of over 900 experts reveals state-based armed conflict as the most pressing global risk for 2025, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and global fragmentation in cooperation and governance
Geostrategy
Middle East conflict: Trade tensions rise as oil jumps and tariffs shake markets
Several ports suspended operations in the Middle East after drone strikes. DP World said operations at Jebel Ali port in Dubai, one of the world's busiest container ports, had been suspended due to a fire after "aerial interception," he adds.
Economy
Abu Dhabi residential property sales hit record $19.9bn in 2025
Apartments dominated the sales market, accounting for 66% of transactions, reflecting strong developer activity in the segment
Economy
Traditional coffee roaster reflects Saudi heritage
The mahmas is typically made of thick iron or copper and consists of a hollow cylindrical disc with a long handle used to stir coffee beans during roasting.
Arts & Culture
Supply chain attacks emerge as top cyber threat to businesses: Study
The study found that large enterprises are particularly vulnerable because of their extensive vendor networks.
Business
Trump dissatisfied with Iran peace proposal that delays nuclear talks
US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending the conflict and reopening the Strait...
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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. We saw this clearly in Ukraine long...
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Firms lag as AI-driven fraud surges: Study
The report, published by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and analytics firm SAS, highlights widening gaps between rapidly evolving...
UAE real estate posts record Q1 growth on strong investor demand
In Dubai, the Dubai Land Department reported 718,160 real estate transactions, including 60,303 disposals, up 6% from a year earlier....
Lebanon ceasefire begins, violations test fragile truce
The truce, brokered by the United States, is intended to halt cross-border fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. Scenes of...
Middle East conflict may push 30 million into poverty: UNDP
According to a new UNDP policy brief, the impact is most severe in countries directly affected by the fighting and...
AD Ports records $564 million 2025 net profit
The company said revenue grew 20 percent year-on-year to $5.65 billion, while net profit increased 16 percent, supported by strong...
AWS outage in Gulf raises reliability concerns as services remain disrupted over a week after strikes
Cloud services operated by Amazon Web Services (AWS) in the Gulf region continue to face disruptions more than a week...
Economy
MENA faces shortfall of 111,737 construction Project Managers by 2035: PMI
The PMI report finds that MENA will require up to 330,794 construction project management professionals by 2035 under a high-growth...
Economy
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Exclusive: Private military companies look at $366.8bn market as their demand, role in global conflicts rise
Rising security concerns, confrontational geopolitics, and chaotic global changes have fueled the demand for private...
TikTok under fire: Espionage claims, election influence campaigns and controversies
The platform faces accusations of espionage in the United States, while the European Union has...
WEF’s risks report 2025: Rising geopolitical tensions, environmental threats, disinformation dominate future threats
A survey of over 900 experts reveals state-based armed conflict as the most pressing global risk for 2025, driven by...
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AD Ports records $564 million 2025 net profit
The company said revenue grew 20 percent year-on-year to $5.65 billion, while net profit increased 16 percent, supported by strong...
Millions join ‘No Kings’ protests across US
More than 3,000 rallies were held across all 50 states, with participation estimates ranging from several million to as many...
Emaar Development to pay $1.1 billion dividend
The dividend represents 100 percent of its share capital. The company reported record property sales of approximately $19.4 billion in...
UAE Central Bank to hold rate after Fed pause amid regional tensions
Fed Chair Jerome Powell signalled a cautious approach, noting that elevated energy prices and geopolitical tensions could complicate the inflation...
Financial frauds cost global economy over $442bn in 2025: INTERPOL
AI-enhanced fraud is 4.5 times more profitable than traditional methods. “Agentic AI” systems can autonomously plan and execute complete fraud...
Khalifa Education Award begins judging stage
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Company News
Dubai moves from importing innovation to exporting it, says Future Solutions Head
Dubai’s innovation ecosystem is entering a new phase, argues Amer Abdulraoof, Head of Dubai Future Solutions – Prototypes for Humanity,...
Interview
Traditional coffee roaster reflects Saudi heritage
The mahmas is typically made of thick iron or copper and consists of a hollow cylindrical disc with a long...
Arts & Culture
MEA market decision-making cycle is fast but risk-averse: Ralph Melis
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) markets are characterized by rapid growth, high owner influence, diverse operator models, and a...
Interview
Middle East conflict: Trade tensions rise as oil jumps and tariffs shake markets
Several ports suspended operations in the Middle East after drone strikes. DP World said operations at Jebel Ali port in...
Economy
Abu Dhabi residential property sales hit record $19.9bn in 2025
Apartments dominated the sales market, accounting for 66% of transactions, reflecting strong developer activity in the segment
Economy
Supply chain attacks emerge as top cyber threat to businesses: Study
The study found that large enterprises are particularly vulnerable because of their extensive vendor networks.
Business
Business
Sharjah Islamic Bank Q1 profit rises 19.4 percent
Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) reported a 19.4 percent rise in first-quarter net profit, supported by higher income from Islamic financing...
- Income from Islamic financing and sukuk rose 14.4 percent, supporting operating income growth and profitability levels.
- Customer deposits increased 10.3 percent, improving financing-to-deposit ratio while maintaining stable liquidity and asset quality metrics.
Geostrategy
Middle East conflict may push 30 million into poverty: UNDP
According to a new UNDP policy brief, the impact is most severe in countries directly affected by the fighting and...
- Recommends targeted cash transfers and energy support, warning against costly blanket subsidies in developing economies.
- It is estimated that up to $6 billion may be required, depending on the severity of the crisis.
Geostrategy
Saudi Arabia Railways launches 5 new logistics routes
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has launched five new logistics routes designed to enhance supply chain efficiency...
- These routes link Arabian Gulf ports with the Kingdom’s central and northern regions, extending to the Red Sea and northern neighboring countries.
- The initiative supports the National Transport and Logistics Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030 goals to establish the Kingdom as a global logistics hub.