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Borouge to increase dividend from 2025

The company okayed $650 million final dividend for 2024.

TikTok’s US future uncertain

It must find non-Chinese owner to avoid ban.

Tesla Q1 sales sink 13 percent

The dip occurred amid lower production during factory upgrades.

AD Ports Group 2024 revenue $4.70bn

The Group's EBITDA increased by 69 percent YOY.

Tesla sales tumble in Europe in Q1

The company suffered from boycotts against the policies of Elon Musk.

Dubai, Abu Dhabi real estate market thrives in Q1 2024

“2024 has opened up to an interesting and promising phase of growth within our sector. As proptech leaders, we can...
  • In Abu Dhabi, Q1 2024 recorded 814 residential transactions representing around 38% of the total transactions
  • Data from the Dubai Land Department showed a significant surge in total sales transactions in Q1 2024

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New-Age Growth Comes Home to the GCC

The region, fueled by ambition and massive investment, is rapidly advancing in technology and infrastructure, aiming to secure a leading...

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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...

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...

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...

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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.

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.

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.