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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.
  • All six lines of Riyadh Metro are now operational

    The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) announced that the phased rollout of Riyadh Metro culminated as of Sunday, Jan....

    The Royal commission announced the operation of three new stations on the Blue Line

    Riyadh Metro users will be received from 6:00 am until 12:00 midnight

  • Honda and Nissan expected to begin merger talks

    Honda and Nissan were poised Monday to announce the start of talks on a merger to help the Japanese giants...

    Their collaboration would create the world's third-largest automaker

    Honda and Nissan's partnership could include a manufacturing tie-up

  • Hackers stole US$2.2bn in crypto through 2024, Chainalysis Research

    Crypto hackers stole US$2.2bn worth of crypto. This amount was a 21 percent yoy increase, the fourth consecutive year they...

    This stolen amount represents a 21 percent year-on-year increase

    Private key compromises accounted for the largest share of stolen crypto in 2024, at 44 percent

  • Cybersecurity in 2024: From talent shortages to resilience against emerging tech risks

    In 2024, cybersecurity remained central, addressing skill gaps and the impact of generative AI. A Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework offered...

    Cybersecurity in 2024 focused on talent gaps, emerging tech, and resilience

    Public-private efforts tackled cybercrime and evolving digital threats

  • Fifth France-Arab Summit: Forging partnerships for a sustainable tomorrow

    As the world grapples with uncertainty, the summit offers a much-needed space for cooperation and innovation, led by the Franco-Arab...

    The event, under the high patronage of French President Emmanuel Macron, brings together governments, businesses, and visionaries

    By working together, France and the Arab world have the opportunity to shape the future

  • AI as the next frontier: Opportunities for channel partners to lead the way

    AI offers an infinite number of selling and upselling opportunities. Resellers with the right strategic long-term approach will clearly develop....

    A strategic approach to AI integration is key for channel partners looking to capitalize on the transformative potential of this technology within their service portfolios

    Delivering end-to-end AI solutions in another edge - spanning consulting, implementation, and ongoing support - emphasizes the partners' comprehensive service capabilities

  • Saudi Arabia partners with World Bank to launch global knowledge hub in Riyadh 

    According to World Bank Group President Ajay Banga, “The new Knowledge Hub being created by the World Bank Group and...

    The initiative positions Saudi Arabia as a central player in facilitating the global exchange of transformative ideas

    The agreement was formalized with the signing by World Bank Group President and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Commerce

  • Software solutions that minimize cost overruns, delays in construction  

    Project management software solutions have emerged as essential tools to streamline construction operations, enhance efficiency, and improve project delivery. They...

    The construction project management software solutions market reched US$17 billion in 2024

    Leveraging digital tools can lead to 10-20 percent savings on overall project costs

  • Step into the future of sustainable smart city development

    Pavegen, a global kinetic energy company, unveiled its innovative “Solar+” tile in Dubai. This tile harnesses the power of movement,...

    Pavegen tiles have harnessed the power of over 1 billion footsteps in smart cities

    The company aims to bring the price down to sub US$1,000 per sqm in the future

  • UAE firms accelerate AI transformation, new report finds

    The real power of AI lies in its careful deployment across diverse business functions, and the UAE is primed for...

    The AI Maturity Index shows that more than 80 percent of enterprises have a shared vision for AI within their organizations

    Only 15 percent have reached a 'transformative' level of AI maturity