Five fundraising lessons for founders building outside the mainstream
Niche businesses often need to help investors understand the category before they can evaluate the company. Founders should explain the...
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The GCC must deploy its ‘strategic advantages’ to lead the transition
The models that once governed aid, CSR, employment, and economic engagement are shifting, and the GCC has an opportunity to...
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The devastating impact of online identity theft
While companies with robust defense measures witness decreased attack volumes as criminals target easier targets, account takeovers have a profound...
- Most online consumers reuse usernames and passwords, making them vulnerable to organized crime rings as the attack surface for account takeovers continues to expand
- While companies with robust defense measures witness decreased attack volumes as criminals target easier targets, account takeovers erode trust and cause emotional trauma
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Malaria-free Asia Pacific region within our reach
Collaborative efforts involving public health professionals, Ministries of Health, and global institutions have been instrumental in the fight against malaria....
- Malaria remains a life-threatening disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes, causing millions of cases and deaths globally, says Altaf Ahmed Lal of Sun Pharma
- Collaborative efforts involving public health professionals, Ministries of Health, and global institutions have been instrumental in the fight against malaria, he adds
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Marketwatch: Recession fear hurts commodity market
"As the gold correction unfolded last week, platinum remained supported due to supply concerns from South Africa facing frequent power...
- Crude prices are heading for their biggest weekly loss since last month's banking turmoil-led sell-off, wiping out most of the gains that followed the OPEC+ cut announcement
- Mining companies' quarterly results highlight that global tightness in the copper market will continue, but the short-term outlook points to continued rangebound trading
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Marketwatch: Commodities navigate turbulent waters
Grains sector was on track for its first monthly gain this year, bolstered by a resurgence in corn prices due...
- The energy sector experienced significant weakness, with a nearly 9 percent decline exacerbated by a 26 percent drop in US natural gas futures
- Grains sector was on track for its first monthly gain this year, bolstered by a resurgence in corn prices due to increased export demand
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Embracing the future: Why Biden’s banking regulation push needs to include digital financial institutions
In an age driven by rapid innovations, more people are turning to fintech and digital banking solutions as traditional banking...
- The Biden administration's push for tighter banking regulations is well-intentioned but must include a focus on digital banking to keep pace with rapid tech innovations
- As more people are turning to fintech and digital banking solutions, the US government risks falling behind in a fast-changing sector by focusing only on legacy banks
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Markets get affected as financial turmoil resurfaces
Crude oil has been challenged by the continued loss of risk appetite. The banking crisis has particularly impacted the energy...
- The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and troubles at Credit Suisse sparked turbulent trading activity, particularly in the bond market
- Gold and silver have benefited from a 3.5% drop in the dollar and a 110bps collapse in the two-year US government bond yield
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Fed in dilemma over inflation, financial stability
"It appears that the Fed has not learned from the mistakes of the 1980s. Throughout much of the 1970s, the...
- If the US Federal Reserve had implemented an increase of more than 25 basis points, it could have triggered further instability
- The Fed must learn from the past mistakes and proceed with caution to avoid financial instability, says deVere CEO Nigel Green
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Optimal user experience crucial for hybrid workers
More than 60 percent of employees worldwide have chosen hybrid work structures, and over 66 percent of UAE employees prefer...
- More than 60% of employees worldwide have chosen hybrid work structures, and over 66% of UAE employees prefer to work from home, says an expert
- Remote workers face IT challenges that impede productivity, from UCaaS quality concerns to VPN access challenges, adds Gaurav Mohan of NETSCOUT
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ESG investment, COP28 drive GCC sustainability bid
As the effects of climate change intensify each year, there is an urgent need to transform multiple industries to meet...
- UAE accelerates its sustainability objectives with laser-focused ESG plans and policies, writes Damian Hitchen, CEO of SAXO Bank MENA
- As the UAE is all set to host COP28, an investment pledge of AED600 billion by 2050 comes with its own set of challenges, he adds
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MENA region shines more on the global energy map
The Abraham peace Accords between Israel and some Middle Eastern countries has paved the way for new cooperation and energy...
- Diplomatic efforts, capacity building, and support for sustainability make Middle East and GCC region significant in global energy arena, says an expert
- Tension between Russia and western Europe prompts search for new energy sources, benefiting oil-producing companies in the region, adds Ritu Singh of Stone X
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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...
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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...
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Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks
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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.