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...
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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...
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Tech industry careers are getting gender neutral
Women should stop thinking that they are different from men at workplaces. Instead, they should start investing in their careers...
- It is important to be able to sense the changing business needs and adapt yourself and support your team to be in line with the change
- Strolling, jogging, running and walking are different phases of a career growth. Enjoy each phase and hang on to things that motivate you
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Healthcare set to benefit from industrial metaverse
As the industrial metaverse ramps up, its impact will be far reaching beyond the industrial realm. It will create a...
- As the industrial metaverse ramps up, its impact will be far reaching beyond the industrial realm, writes Dmitry Kaminskiy, General Partner at Deep Knowledge Group
- It will create a direct impact on human lives through advanced healthcare, digital human avatars, human longevity, virtual surgical operations, and much more, he adds
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Debunking India-Indonesia maritime connectivity
To establish connectivity in the Indian Ocean, the two countries need to look at various other aspects, such as setting...
- The India-Indonesia maritime connectivity is in the state of "do not talk to each other," despite 70 years of close bilateral cooperation, says a maritime expert
- There is no major sister port city agreement signed by the two countries' municipalities, adds Siswanto Rusdi, the director of the National Maritime Institute
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AI revolutionizes region’s distribution industry
In just a few years, AI solutions have crossed from science fiction into business reality, delivering on their potential to...
- The AI and machine learning can inspect the data behind distribution and suggest ways to deliver improved supplier performance, ironing out process inefficiencies
- The new technology can monitor sales patterns and ensure that the right stock is in the right warehouse constantly as seasons, markets and products or supplies change
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World sees rise in demand for quality medical schools
Global trends will always have an influence on medical education, and a good education will depend on a provider’s ability...
- The increasing demand for healthcare on a global level places a rising interest in medical education, says Corrine Vish, of St. George’s University School of Medicine
- An international education is perfect for equipping students with global diversity to deal with a huge array of people, cultures, and ethnic diversities., she adds
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Voice still key component of client’s satisfaction
It is, therefore, critical that contact center agents are properly trained to detect and handle emotional ups and downs in...
- While digital or bot interactions are quick and efficient ways to help more satisfied customers resolve issues, they aren't always equipped to detect emotions
- It is, therefore, critical that contact center agents are properly trained to detect and handle emotional ups and downs in a conversation
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Increasing pressure from Saudi real estate projects to force Dubai to develop more distinctive offerings
At the moment, the market is solidly Dubai, which is recognised as the world leader in branded residential offerings with...
- Increasing pressure from Saudi real estate developments will, over the coming years, force Dubai to develop even more distinctive offerings, says an expert.Â
- This race may benefit both the development pipeline and the consumer in the region, writes Thomas Williams, Studio Director at Gensler Middle East
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Adopting best practices only way to secure data
Businesses must remain prepared for the ‘whatever’ scenario. Cloud computing will continue to evolve, with best practise bound to change....
- Total worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services, according to Gartner, will reach a record $592 billion this year, a 21 per cent increase from 2022
- The rapid level of growth and migration raises some concerns at an enterprise level. It also means that best-practices for modern data protection aren’t followed
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Marketwatch: Demand may pick up as China reopens
Supply of diesel to Europe from the US and the emerging refinery hub in the Middle East may make up...
- The risk to supplies of Russian fuel products may add an extra layer of support for gasoline and not least diesel, providing support to keep crude shielded from demand fears
- Lower supply of corn and wheat from the Black Sea region this year is likely to attract increased attention in the coming months.
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Cybersecurity: Convenience comes with online threats
By slowing down and breaking the sometime mindless scrolling habit, we can make decisions with a focused mind and not...
- Do not bring up private information on your laptop screen while you are at an airport or coffee shop, where people could likely have a sneak peek
- By slowing down sometime mindless scrolling habit, we can make decisions with a focused mind and not fall for the tricks of social engineers who rely on us being distracted
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...
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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.