The future of luxury residential development needs to be green and smart
The GCC luxury market segment has experienced significant growth, driven by an increase in the number of high-net-worth individuals. Accommodating...Technology Business
Future of Humanity – TRENDS’ yearly Special Issue now online
Dubai, UAE -- TRENDS’ yearly Special Issue is out. This year’s edition, titled Future of Humanity, explores key global shifts...Business Economy Energy Geostrategy Global
China Construction Bank lists $600m green bond in Nasdaq Dubai
DUBAI, UAE - Nasdaq Dubai has welcomed the listing of a US$600 million green bond by China Construction Bank (DIFC...The total value of bonds listed on Nasdaq Dubai by CCB, comprising the issuances by Hong Kong and Dubai branches, stands at $2.45 billion.
The cumulative value of outstanding debt from Chinese issuers on Nasdaq Dubai stands at US$11.95 billion through 22 issuances.
Qatar Chamber and CzechTrade look to boost trade cooperation
Doha, Qatar--Qatar and Czech Republic are looking to ramp up trade and investment cooperation between the two countries.In this regard,...The two sides looked at ways to bolster cooperation between Qatari companies and their counterparts from Czech Republic
The trade volume between the two countries reached $183m in 2022, reflecting a 10% increase compared to the previous year
DEWA unveils new distribution substations
It commissioned 1,414 substations of 11kv in Dubai.The CEO of DEWA said the construction of the substations and related tasks resulted in a total of 996,648 man-hours
He said DEWA is planning to boost the transmission and distribution networks based on electricity demand forecast until 2030
GCC’s cybersecurity dynamics: The two sides of AI
In the GCC's evolving cybersecurity realm, AI integration is crucial, driving economic growth and transforming defense strategies against complex cyber...In the GCC's evolving cybersecurity realm, AI integration is crucial, driving economic growth and transforming defense strategies against complex cyber threats.
The region's AI strategy in cybersecurity strikes a balance between innovative growth and managing ethical dilemmas, ensuring powerful yet responsible use.
Five killed in clashes near Lebanon border
JERUSALEM - Three fighters who crossed into Israel from Lebanon and two Israelis were killed in clashes and a strike...The Israel-Lebanon border has seen near-daily exchanges of fire between Iran-backed Hizbollah group and Israeli forces.
Hizbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, in a televised speech said the Israelis had "failed" to achieve any of its goals in Gaza.
PureHealth buys Circle Health
The deal signifies PureHealth’s operational capabilities.The completion of this transaction further strengthens PureHealth’s commitment to becoming a leading global player in healthcare.
The company’s expansion into the UK healthcare market reflects its focus on advancing the science of longevity and unlocking time for humanity.
Global personal computer shipments decline 14.8 percent in 2023
DUBAI, UAE - Worldwide PC shipments totaled 63.3 million units in the fourth quarter of 2023, a 0.3 percent increase...PC shipments reached 241.8 million units in 2023, a 14.8 percent fall from 2022.
This is the first time that shipment volume has dipped below 250 million since 2006.
Retail investors on Tadawul rise to 6.05 million in third quarter 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- The number of individual investors on the Saudi Exchange (Tadawul) reached 6.05 million by the end...Argaam reported that the number of male investors reached 4.48 million in Q3 2023, while the number of female investors grew to 1.58 million.
The number of portfolios, which is almost twice the number of investors, indicates that some investors have more than one investment portfolio.
Several MoUs signed at Future Minerals Forum in Saudi Arabia
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – The third edition of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF), organized by the Kingdom’s Ministry of Industry...The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security signed an agreement.
The first day of the forum also saw the announcement of unexplored mineral estimates, rising from $1.3 trillion to $2.5 trillion.
Elie Saab to showcase Riyadh Season Fall Collection 2025
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- Renowned fashion designer Elie Saab will unveil the Riyadh Season Fall Collection 2025 after signing an...Elie Saab and General Entertainment Authority CEO Faisal Bafarat signed an MoU in London.
The Authority said the MoU will create a one-of-a-kind experience that intertwines fashion and entertainment during the upcoming Riyadh Season.
