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Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority appoints new leadership team
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- Dr. Juma Al Matrooshi was appointed as Director-General of Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) to supervise the implementation of its strategy according to the new organizational structure.
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Saudi statistical authority launches a unified channel for data sharing
Saudi Arabia's General Authority for Statistics on Thursday launched Statistical Database, a unified channel where all data produced by the...
- The platform uses advanced search techniques with advanced features such as (API) technology to provide an interactive experience.
- It also allows different groups of users to access the data and statistics provided by GASTAT and view its descriptions as well.
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Jafza and Al Masraf to help SMEs simplify financial processes
DP World said the agreement with Al Masraf strengthens its commitment to facilitate business activities of more than 8700 clients...
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- More than 53 percent of UAE's non-oil GDP is contributed by SMEs, according to Ahmad Al Haddad, COO of Parks and Zones of DP World UAE.
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Most EMEA banks fret they would cease to exist unless they digitize fast
Nearly 75 percent of banks expect tech giants such as Google and Amazon to dominate the banking industry in five...
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- 19 per cent of EMEA-based banks are focused on blockchain investment compared with 30 per cent of banks in North America.
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UCAC gets nod to amend insurance practice
The company had sought Saudi Central Bank's approval for the amendment.
- After approval, the UCAC would be limited to the practice of insurance activity only.
- In a bourse filing on Sunday, the company said it will reduced accumulated losses to SAR 113.6 million.
Gulf workers’ top data skills least utilized by employers
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Majority of employees worldwide want flexible working to continue: WEF
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Middle East asset management industry grows 11% to $1.2trn
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Eazy appoints Abdulla Aloqab as Head of Innovation
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Are ‘unethical’ PR tactics harming GCC journalism?
TRENDS investigation uncovers Media-Public Relations Nexus as PR companies in the region are found crossing ethical boundaries to secure favorable...
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Are ‘unethical’ PR tactics harming GCC journalism?
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Canadian offices going to the dogs
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Jafza and Al Masraf to help SMEs simplify financial processes
DP World said the agreement with Al Masraf strengthens its commitment to facilitate business activities of more than 8700 clients...
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Most EMEA banks fret they would cease to exist unless they digitize fast
Nearly 75 percent of banks expect tech giants such as Google and Amazon to dominate the banking industry in five...
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UCAC gets nod to amend insurance practice
The company had sought Saudi Central Bank's approval for the amendment.
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Two-thirds of UAE workers loyal to their employers: Survey
Basic salary, additional benefits offered by the company and senior leadership are the top three factors perceived to impact employee...
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