Liberal media and rifts between Biden-Harris teams cost Dems 2024 election
Party insiders cite a damaging rift between Biden and Harris teams as a major factor in the Democrats' 2024 defeat....
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...
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Networking set for major transformations next year
With an intensified focus on end user quality of experience while increasing protection from cyberattacks, IT will look to a...
- The network now plays an even stronger role, powering the transformation journey that’s needed to thrive during uncertainty and preparing organizations for what comes next in 2023
- Adopting a NaaS strategy will help organizations meet sustainability objectives since leading NaaS suppliers have adopted carbon-neutral and recycling manufacturing strategies
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Improved management may reduce insurers’ costs
Insurance claims are the ‘moment of truth’ for the customer and the biggest cost in the potential profit and loss,...
- Claims management is growing increasingly complex, making it hard to identify the opportunities and define the solutions that are vital to future success
- Closed claims assessment can be an intense and time-consuming activity, but the savings potential outweighs the effort involved, says an Arthur D. Little report
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EVs help GCC countries achieve net zero goals
Through strategic investments in our vehicles, services, businesses and technologies, we are leading the way toward a cleaner, smarter and...
- We remain optimistic for a bright future of mobility as regional governments bring to life various net zero visions, writes Gary West of General Motors
- Through strategic investments in our vehicles, services, businesses and technologies, we are leading the way toward a cleaner, smarter and safer society, he adds
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Stories from MENA that defined democracy in 2022
The MENA region remains largely uneven, and the democracy and human rights situation looks bleak with little prospect of improvement...
- During 2022, autocrats in the region have taken advantage of opportunities to extend their powers, says International IDEA’s Global State of Democracy 2022 Report
- Overall, the MENA region remains largely uneven, and the democracy and human rights situation looks bleak with little prospect of improvement in 2023, the report adds
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Growing skill gap adds to cybersecurity burnout
Studies suggest that the Middle East and Africa region rank fourth worldwide in terms of the most ransomware attacks. Between...
- Less than half of new employees receive cybersecurity training and regular updates throughout their career, highlights a study by Accenture
- Well-trained staff and a monitored environment are crucial to the successful protection of any organization, says Adrian Taylor of A10 Networks
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The rise of the new Arab World
Cities across Europe and North America, and their infrastructure, service and hospitality are pale in comparison to the Arab region...
- Today, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Dubai, and Riyadh [in alphabetical order] are among the best cities/markets to work and live in, with opportunities and speed of execution unseen elsewhere
- The developments of the past two months have shown the world that this part of the planet will have a bright future, writes Julien Hawari, a Dubai-based thought leader
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Constant evolution of enterprise technology helps Middle Eastern economies grow at faster pace
Enterprise technology will move from closed, centralized platforms to more open, federated, and streaming ecosystems of services. The key battlegrounds...
- Changes in enterprise technology lie at the root of major shifts in the economy and in the ways that companies do business, across nearly every industry
- Customers are pulling companies toward this technology-driven edge, since many now prefer using digital platforms to deal with real people, say experts
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Word of mouth eventually makes customers custodians of brands through trust and meaningful connections
People share ideas or content or experiences that reinforce their values or their sense of identity, which is good for...
- For the last 10 years, business models have been taking big leaps toward profits with marketing strategies largely driven by new technologies
- However, word of mouth remains the biggest driver of business even today. People share ideas or content or experiences that reinforce their values or their sense of identity
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Fast-paced digital lifestyle of customers key focus of marketers as they seek to beat peers, competitors
With the use of advanced analytics platforms, marketers can measure consumer engagements, gaining insights into their brand equity, learning to...
- Marketers are looking for platforms that can leverage unified marketing data from various channels and campaigns and simplify analysis.
- Brands need tangible data that tells them how their campaigns are performing in real-time to optimize for improvement.
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Multi-disciplinary solutions needed to deal with food crisis and water scarcity in MENA region
It is essential to adopt sustainable water management practices to build resilience, sustain peace and improve the well-being of local...
- The MENA region is the world's most water-scarce area with economic downturns, climate change, and so forth rapidly worsening the situation, writes Dake Rechsand CEO Chandra Dake
- All nations in the region are experiencing groundwater depletion. The rate of withdrawal of surface and groundwater is very high, with low replenishment rates, he adds
Liberal media and rifts between Biden-Harris teams cost Dems 2024 election
Party insiders cite a damaging rift between Biden and Harris teams as a major factor in the Democrats' 2024 defeat....
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Gaza and Ukraine: Two sides of the Western bias
The US President Joe Biden's recent statements on the ongoing Gaza conflict, especially his assertions about Hamas' headquarters and the...
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Russia-UAE economic ties strengthen with $9bn trade
The streamlined IP processes, including efficient patent registration and robust litigation frameworks, are key factors contributing to this thriving bilateral...
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Urgent need for container-specific data protection
With cyber-attacks up to 85% from 76% last year, organizations must prioritize proven backup and recovery plans to stay ahead...
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Expo City Dubai’s adaptive reuse redefines urban living
"With sustainability as a top priority in the region, we are excited to see more developers consider repurposing properties and...
- Expo City Dubai stands as a landmark adaptive reuse project, signaling a shift towards sustainable development in the Middle East.
- The new project repurposes the World Expo 2020 site into a self-sustaining and eco-friendly residential neighborhood in Dubai.
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Dubai’s real estate defies the odds during global crises
The Palestine-Israel conflict and the war in Ukraine illustrate the difficulty in forecasting the enduring impact of such events. In...
- Dubai's strategic neutrality in Middle Eastern conflicts underpins its appeal to foreign investors.
- The city's reputation for safety and tolerance continues to attract a diverse international community.
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US curbs on Iran’s oil exports may hit global portfolios
The US tightening sanctions on Iranian oil could have a negative impact on individual and institutional investment portfolios by disrupting...
- The potential US sanctions on Iran's crude oil exports, due to its support for Hamas, could directly impact global portfolios, especially those with energy sector assets.
- Potential restrictions on Iran will present both challenges and opportunities for energy stocks, possibly prompting central banks to raise rates amid inflation concerns.