3 ways travel drives economic growth while enhancing global connections and sustainability
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Digital innovation fuels surge in Iraq’s banking sector
"These banks excel not only in financial performance but also in adapting and innovating. Through partnerships with global entities like...
- At the forefront of this remarkable journey are banks like the National Bank of Iraq and the Bank of Baghdad (BBOB), which have exhibited exceptional growth and profitabitability
- The establishment of the "National Company for Electronic Payment Systems in Iraq" underlines the sector's proactive approach towards embracing cutting-edge technology
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UHNWIs drive Dubai’s luxury real estate growth
"The ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) have transformative impact on the real estate market. These individuals, with their discerning tastes and substantial...
- UHNWIs significantly contribute to the growth of Dubai's luxury property sector, driving demand and innovation.
- Sales of homes priced at $10 million or more in Dubai reached $7.6 billion in 2023, outperforming global cities.
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Cyber insurance shapes the future of cybersecurity
Cyber insurance, particularly around ransomware, is moving towards a world where insured businesses have strong cyber resilience, well-defined disaster recovery...
- Rising cyber-attack and ransomware effectiveness boosts demand for cyber insurance, leading to increased premiums and stricter coverage rules amid impact on businesses.
- Business risks have evolved from physical to digital, propelling cyber insurance toward a predicted $84.62 billion industry by 2030, highlighting the sector's rapid growth.
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Vision 2030 empowers women in Saudi legal sector
"The progressive momentum generated in the past decade fills us with positivity and reassurance in the Kingdom, where we have...
- Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 accelerates female participation in the workforce, surpassing targets ahead of schedule.
- The Kingdom boasts milestones like its first female international referee, astronaut, and train drivers , among others.
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Zero trust remains an ongoing cybersecurity evolution
Achieving Zero Trust Data Resilience is not an overnight task but a journey requiring organizational alignment, continuous adaptation, and the...
- Zero Trust is a mindset, not a destination, requiring continuous evolution in cybersecurity practices.
- Cybersecurity is an arms race, with the need to adapt and evolve to remain ahead of online threats.
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Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks
While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
- Social engineering exploits individual vulnerabilities, using human nature to gain the unauthorized access.
- Heightened emotions, such as those around Valentine’s Day, can make individuals more susceptible to cyberattacks.
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CFOs at forefront of ESG integration in businesses
"The CFO's role as an ESG guardian and promoter varies significantly across organizations. CFOs with limited ESG experience should deepen...
- Integration of ESG into finance sectors highlights the evolving expectations from CFOs.
- In-house research shows 89 percent of CFOs rate communication as the most vital skill.
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Choice and opportunity are crucial for empowerment
"These are all campaigns into which I have poured my heart and soul. True empowerment, the kind I want for...
- Reema Bandar Al-Saud, Saudi Ambassador to the United States of America, responds to criticism in The Washington Post regarding the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia.
- She highlights the significant progress in women's rights and sports in Saudi Arabia, with 330,000 female athletes, advocating for a global, balanced dialogue on women's issues.
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Disinformation, misinformation hurt global businesses
"These risks are serious because they limit our ability to tackle the big global challenges we are facing. Changes in...
- Rebuilding trust and fostering global collaboration are essential to address the present challenges.
- The role of AI and digital innovation in combating misinformation and boosting productivity.
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AI revolutionizes UAE’s life sciences & healthcare
"By leveraging advanced data analysis techniques to process extensive datasets from diverse sources, including genomic data, scientific literature, and clinical...
- AI is transforming drug discovery, diagnostics, and personalized treatments, marking a new era in medical research.
- The UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, is setting global standards in longevity and healthcare integration for better future.
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