Middle East emerges as a global esports powerhouse
The Middle Eastern region, led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is swiftly becoming a global esports hub, driven by its vast gamer community and strategic investments.More Middle Eastern firms embrace Responsible AI
A significant 16% of Middle Eastern organizations have fully implemented Responsible AI policies and processes, a latest report highlights.Govt investments play key role as gaming revolution sweeps MENA with 60% population embracing esports
MENA region boasts one of the highest shares of gaming mobile app downloads, accounting for 50 percent compared to the global average of 40 percent, says a latest BCG report.Luxury markets embrace sustainability
The luxury markets in the GCC region are experiencing significant growth, driven by an increasing demand for high-end products. Despite challenges such as the pandemic, inflation, and banking crises, individuals in the region are investing in luxury items like watches and jewelry due to their potential for future price appreciation....Talent Outsourcing in UAE to touch US$6.8bn by end of 2023
Dubai, UAE-- The total spending by UAE-based organisations on outsourcing services from local and offshore providers was estimated at over US$4.8 billion in 2018 and is expected to reach US$6.8 billion in 2023. This was highlighted in a new report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in collaboration with Forward MENA...Regulatory clarity to help GCC region unlock full potential of Metaverse, cryptocurrency markets
Data privacy, security, consent management, safety, integrity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, affordability, and protection of virtual asset ownership remain key concerns.Saudi banking sector poised for gains, after profitable 2022: BCG
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Saudi Arabia’s banking sector grew in 2022 on the back of potent revenue growth and is set for further gains, according to the Boston Consulting Group. Analysis by the US-based firm reported the Kingdom’s banking profits after taxes have grown an average of 7.9 percent per year since...Improved real-time payment infrastructure set to boost digital payments across GCC
With an estimated 209 million people making purchases online at the height of the pandemic, e-commerce in the MENA area has grown faster than anywhere else.Key sectors face changes as UAE eyes net-zero status
As the Gulf country sets aside about US$163bn to achieve zero-emission, the number of enterprises focusing on renewable energy is growing, Simon Birkebaek of BCG tells TRENDS.











