OpenAI reveals new GPT-4o model that is faster and free for all users
OpenAI on Monday launched a new AI model and desktop version of ChatGPT, along with an updated user interface, the...Business
Audi’s sustainable Middle East luxury drive
The Arab countries are experiencing a significant surge in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), particularly favoring premium models, says...Business
Asia stocks track global losses as traders step back after rally
Hong Kong, China - Asian markets fell Wednesday in line with a sell-off across most of the world as traders took...On Wall Street, the Nasdaq slumped 1.6 percent and the S&P 500 was also in the red, though the Dow enjoyed a small gain
And the negative mood continued in Asia, where Hong Kong, Sydney, Seoul and Taipei were among the biggest losers
UAE creates ‘Parkin’ to oversee parking space operations in Dubai
Dubai, UAE - The UAE has issued a law establishing ‘Parkin’, a public joint stock company (PJSC) that will oversee...Parkin PJSC is likely to be tasked with creating, planning, designing, operating and managing public parking spaces
The newly established company will have financial, administrative and legal autonomy to fulfil its responsibilities
Most owners holding on to Burj Khalifa homes longer: Report
Dubai, UAE -- The total number of homes available for sale in Dubai’s Burj Khalifa declined by 52 percent during...Burj Khalifa homes available for sale dropped 52% in 2023, but total deals climbed 22%, reflecting long-term investor interest.
Dubai prime residential prices soared 16% in 2023, making it one of the world's most "affordable" luxury markets.
ROSHN recognized as best place to work in Saudi Arabia for 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- ROSHN Group has been recently recognized as "The Best Place to Work in Saudi Arabia" for...ROSHN achieved its ranking based on anonymous surveys conducted by the Best Places to Work group
ROSHN Group was certified by the organization in 2021, 2022 and 2023, securing the top position in 2022 and 2023
Saudi Ports Authority invests US$3.46bn in maritime and logistics sectors
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia-- The Saudi Ports Authority also known as Mawani strengthened the maritime and logistics sectors with an investment...The investment into the maritime and logistics sectors corresponds with the targets of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy
The authority signed several agreements in 2023 to establish 5 new logistics parks and centers, with investments exceeding $1.06 billion
BYD overtakes Tesla in EV sales
Tesla's stock slipped after the news was announced.Despite losing its quarterly sales crown, Tesla was still top on an annual basis, delivering more than 1.8 million EVs to customers in the year to December
"Tesla sales is likely to be boosted by the introduction of its "long-promised mass market EV model later this year," says Garrett Nelson, an equity analyst at CFRA Research
Qatari exports to clients surge in 2023 to US$412m: Tasdeer
Doha, Qatar--The Qatar Development Bank's Export Development and Promotion Agency (Tasdeer), a subsidiary of the Qatar Development Bank, announced an...According to the agency, some 260 Qatari exporters and 130 companies took part in eight international exhibitions during the past year
The trade missions undertaken by Qatari companies to Iraq and India generated deals worth approximately $57.41m and $31.31m respectively
‘AD Ports redefines future of maritime and logistics’
"Our achievements demonstrate that traditional approaches no longer suffice in the rapidly evolving global market. We have embraced change, not...In 2023, AD Ports Group achieved a 116% revenue surge and expanded globally, notably through the strategic acquisition of Noatum, enhancing its global market presence.
The group's expansion into African markets with a 30-year concession in Congo and a US$2 billion corporate facility agreement underscore its strong financial standing.
Dragon Oil starts oil production
The Al Wasl field is its first oil discovery in Egypt.Dragon Oil discovered the Al Wasl field, “North Safa” in 2021, making it the largest oil discovery in the Gulf of Suez region during the last twenty years
The oil company will begin setting up a new offshore production platform, extending a production line and an electricity line to operate oil pumps
GCC realty builds on diversification, sustainability
The Gulf real estate sector demonstrates remarkable resilience, buoyed by strategic economic diversification and a focus on sustainable and innovative...The Gulf real estate sector demonstrates remarkable resilience, buoyed by strategic economic diversification and a focus on sustainable and innovative urban development.
Dubai's real estate market experienced a significant surge, with substantial growth in transactions and a continued appeal for foreign investors, despite global uncertainties.