Dubai Chambers unveiled the objectives and targets outlined under its newly-adopted 2022-2024 strategy during a meeting held earlier today at its headquarters, which was attended by the organisation’s employees. Addressing participants, H.E. Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, called on employees to align their efforts to achieve the vision of His Highness Sheikh […]
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New data unveiled by Okadoc demonstrates success in providing better health and business outcomes
Okadoc, the one-stop-shop patient engagement platform, has released powerful new data that demonstrates the successful deployment of its one-stop-shop patient engagement platform in partnership with Mediclinic Middle East. The case study was unveiled this week at Arab Health 2022 in Dubai alongside KLAS Research. Over a nine-month period, Mediclinic partnered with Okadoc to deliver MyMediclinic […]
2022 MENA fixed income outlook: A regional shelter from a potential global inflation storm
The outlook for the GCC region looks optimistic for many reasons, according to Dino Kronfol, CIO of Global Sukuk and MENA Fixed Income at Franklin Templeton. He believes it may even be the best emerging market to shield portfolios from currency volatility or the threat of rising inflation. Before we look toward the new year […]
Market Outlook 2022: The Continental Group survey reveals financials, technology and energy as favoured investment options
The Continental Group, a leading insurance intermediary and financial services provider in the GCC region, hosted a webinar titled ‘The Road Ahead’, enabling expert discussions on the global financial markets, the 2021 performance, and the predictions for 2022. The survey, conducted as part of the webinar, provided a sneak-peek into investor sentiments. Tom Planterose, Senior […]
Top 10 innovations transforming healthcare revealed during Expo 2020 Dubai’s Health & Wellness Week
From early dementia screening to 3D-printed organs, Expo 2020 Dubai is shining a light on some of the latest innovations set to revolutionise healthcare around the globe. Expo 2020 Dubai’s recent Health and Wellness Week brought together key stakeholders to discuss the relationship between mental and physical wellness, the importance of access to quality healthcare and the […]
The New Corporate Tax Structure in the UAE – Boon or Bane
The new Corporate Tax Structure in the UAE – Boon or Bane, comments from Mr. Rizwan Sajan, Chairman and Founder Danube Group Dubai, United Arab Emirates The Ministry of Finance in the UAE has announced its new Corporate Tax structure which will come into effect starting June 2023, what impact will this have on businesses […]
JAGGAER Leading the Autonomous Commerce Revolution in the Middle East
JAGGAER has revealed its vision for the Middle East and the rest of the world for 2022 and beyond, with Autonomous Commerce taking centre stage to overcome challenges surrounding supply chain disruptions, material scarcity and the global talent shortage. In the last twenty years, consumer commerce has evolved from a brick-and-mortar retail experience characterised by limited […]
Microsoft launches new Surface devices to empower the hybrid workplace in the UAE
Today, Microsoft announced the general availability of Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Pro 8 for organisations across industries in the UAE. Built to be modern and essential devices for today’s hybrid workforce, the new Surface products protect productivity, promote innovation, and prioritise accessibility, while ensuring the safety and security of all users. “Today’s work […]
Gartner Forecasts 6 Million Electric Cars Will Be Shipped In 2022
Six million electric cars (battery electric and plug-in hybrid) will be shipped in 2022, up from 4 million in 2021, according to a new forecast by Gartner, Inc. “At COP26 in November 2021, the Zero Emission Vehicle Transition Council agreed that vehicle manufacturers will commit to selling only zero emission vehicles by 2040, and earlier in leading markets, putting pressure on […]
Retailo Raises $36M Million In Landmark Series A Round For Empowering Community Commerce In MENA Region
MENA’s fastest growing B2B start-up focusing on regional expansion and many new initiatives to carry momentum forward Retailo, the fastest growing startup in Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan (MENAP) which is digitizing the region’s retail supply chains, has raised $36 million in its Series A investment round which was a mix of equity and […]