The value imperative: leading growth forward
Companies should act now by strengthening financial resilience, embracing AI, diversifying supply chains and remaining lean. Waiting for stability is...
Opinion
Iran floats 30-day roadmap to end conflict; Trump signals scepticism
Iran has put forward a fresh 14-point proposal to the United States, calling for a resolution of tensions within 30...
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Tasnee’s 2025 losses deepen
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Abu Dhabi residential property sales hit record $19.9bn in 2025
Apartments dominated the sales market, accounting for 66% of transactions, reflecting strong developer activity in the segment
- Off-plan properties dominated the market, accounting for 71% of total sales activity, supported by new project launches and attractive payment plans
- Around 7,000 new homes were delivered in Abu Dhabi during 2025, bringing the total residential supply in the emirate to about 315,000 units
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MEA market decision-making cycle is fast but risk-averse: Ralph Melis
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) markets are characterized by rapid growth, high owner influence, diverse operator models, and a...
- The real shift is that AI becomes the interface. Users no longer need technical knowledge or experience navigating complex systems.
- They simply prompt their way forward—asking natural-language questions and receiving accurate comparisons, recommendations, and insights instantly.
Geostrategy
Meta, YouTube face trial over children harm
Opening statements in the first trial began in Los Angeles County Superior Court, where Instagram parent company Meta and Google’s...
- The case may influence thousands of lawsuits alleging social media features harmed young users’ mental health and wellbeing.
- Meta and YouTube have denied the allegations, saying they have implemented tools and policies aimed at improving safety for younger users.
Business
BYD 2025 revenue surges
The EV manufacturer reported net profit of $.3.3bn for 9M 2025.
- In the third quarter alone, BYD reported revenue of 194.99 billion yuan ($27.4 billion), while quarterly net profit reached 7.82 billion yuan ($1.1 billion).
- The automaker said global sales reached 3.26 million vehicles in the first nine months of 2025.
Geostrategy
From Wall Street to Cairo: Face-to-face dialogue defines global leadership
True global leadership is forged through sustained, face-to-face dialogue, cross-cultural immersion, and relationships that transcend digital convenience and headline-driven narratives.
- The East-West Art of Dialogue Fellowship bridges American and Egyptian emerging leaders
- Face-to-face dialogue remains central to building durable global leadership networks
Economy
The Gulf’s Capital Plumbing
Futuristic, lifestyle-changing entrepreneurial ideas are targeting liquid GCC markets, where hyperscalers and deep-pocketed sovereign and private investors and family offices...
- SWFs anchor the large rounds and funds, while big regional CVCs and family offices pool their resources to finance projects.
- The World Bank projects GCC GDP growth of 3.2 percent in 2025, rising to 4.5 percent in 2026, outpacing the global average.
Economy
Jobs and investment top MENA expectations from multinational firms, Ipsos finds
As geopolitical turbulence grows, companies are increasingly at the mercy of forces beyond corporate leadership’s control.
- American multinationals now face the strongest global skepticism, with “Brand America” increasingly linked to ethical, environmental, and economic concerns
- A company’s country of origin has become a reputational “passport,” shaping trust as much as corporate behavior itself
Interview
MENA must integrate research, enterprise, and leadership development
Over the next five years, knowledge and innovation will redefine the MENA region’s economic landscape, moving it beyond traditional resource...
- AI and XR are no longer future trends; they’re reshaping leadership, business models, and education across the GCC today.
- Applying global models without considering local realities remains one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs in MENA.
Geostrategy
Hamas tells AFP ready to transfer Gaza governance to Palestinian committee
"Protocols are prepared, files are complete, and committees are in place to oversee the handover, ensuring a complete transfer of...
- The 15-member National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) is a team of Palestinian technocrats created as part of the US-sponsored ceasefire agreement.
- It is charged with managing the day-to-day governance of post-war Gaza and will work under the supervision of the "Board of Peace", which US President Donald Trump will chair.
Interview
Beyond entertainment: How storytelling is shifting in the digital age
In a world where our screens shape how we think, feel, and connect, entertainment has become more than an escape...
- Digital technology, with a boost from AI, is rapidly lowering the cost of production and democratizing the ability to produce.
- The key to success is to find your audience. Influencers have shown the way to galvanize audiences into communities.
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The value imperative: leading growth forward
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AWS outage in Gulf raises reliability concerns as services remain disrupted over a week after strikes
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TECOM shareholders approve $229 million cash dividend for 2025
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Chrome vulnerability allowed extensions to hijack Gemini panel, researchers say
According to researchers, the vulnerability allowed attackers to tap into the browser environment and potentially access files on a user’s...
- The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-0628, was found in Google’s implementation of the Gemini feature integrated into Chrome
- According to researchers, the vulnerability allowed attackers to tap into the browser environment and potentially access files on a user’s local operating system
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Abu Dhabi residential property sales hit record $19.9bn in 2025
Apartments dominated the sales market, accounting for 66% of transactions, reflecting strong developer activity in the segment
- Off-plan properties dominated the market, accounting for 71% of total sales activity, supported by new project launches and attractive payment plans
- Around 7,000 new homes were delivered in Abu Dhabi during 2025, bringing the total residential supply in the emirate to about 315,000 units
Interview
MEA market decision-making cycle is fast but risk-averse: Ralph Melis
The Middle East and Africa (MEA) markets are characterized by rapid growth, high owner influence, diverse operator models, and a...
- The real shift is that AI becomes the interface. Users no longer need technical knowledge or experience navigating complex systems.
- They simply prompt their way forward—asking natural-language questions and receiving accurate comparisons, recommendations, and insights instantly.