Kuwait is accelerating its adoption of technology with large-scale investments that will create 13,100 new jobs in the economy, enabled through cloud and Microsoft’s ecosystem, according to new research by the International Data Corporation (IDC). This expansion results from an expected 3.5 times rise in public cloud services in the country, from approximately $32.0 million […]
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Trend Micro launches WeDiscover Partner program to strengthen its footprint across the MENA region
Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, today launched its Channel Partner Demand Generation Program, WeDiscover with a focus to strengthen its market presence across the Middle East And North Africa (MENA) region. The program is designed to help partners leverage Trend Micro solutions while helping them differentiate their […]
Recommended merger of Emaar Properties PJSC (Emaar Properties) and Emaar Malls PJSC (Emaar Malls)
Emaar Properties PJSC (“Emaar Properties“, DFM: EMAAR) and Emaar Malls PJSC (“Emaar Malls“, DFM: EMAARMALLS) jointly announced today that the Securities & Commodities Authority (“SCA”) has issued its final approval pertaining to the proposed merger of the two companies. As disclosed on March 2, 2021, the proposed merger has the unanimous support and recommendation of […]
Modest Forecast for the GCC Food Sector
UAE-based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, launched its latest GCC Food Industry report on Monday 6th September. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the GCC food sector and outlines the recent trends, growth drivers and challenges in the sector. It also profiles some of the renowned food companies in the region. The report […]
Carzaty Appoints General Manager in the UAE
Having launched its UAE operations in 2020, Carzaty; the region’s pioneering online used-car platform, has appointed Sarah Kenny as their General Manager. With over three decades of automotive experience under her belt, Sarah will spearhead the next phase of Carzaty’s expansion in the UAE. Prior to joining Carzaty, Sarah was the Regional Manager at the […]
EMPG Strengthens Executive Team
Emerging Markets Property Group (EMPG), the Dubai-based unicorn that owns and operates successful homegrown brands Bayut & dubizzle and property verticals and classifieds platforms across MENA, South and Southeast Asia, has announced the appointment of Julien Lafouge as its new Chief Financial Officer, taking responsibility for the management of the group’s global finance operations. Prior to joining […]
UAE Announces ‘The Principles Of The 50’ To Pave Economic, Political And Developmental Roadmap For Next 50 Years
The UAE announced ‘The Principles of the 50’, as part of the ‘Projects of the 50’ campaign, to chart the strategic roadmap for the UAE’s new era of economic, political and social growth. The 10 principles act as guidelines for all UAE’s institutions as the country approaches a new phase of development over the next […]
BBK announces the introduction of its fourth operational 24/7 “BBKPLUS” Digital Zone concept at the Budaiya FM
BBK, Bahrain’s pioneer in retail and commercial banking announces the addition of a new full-fledged “BBKPLUS” Digital Zone in its Budaiya Financial Mall available for customers 24/7. This expansion of the BBKPLUS concept into BBK’s Financial Malls is part of the Bank’s strategy towards the digitization of its banking services which aims to provide customers […]
Artificial Intelligence A Critical Enabler Of Energy Transition, Study Finds
The World Economic Forum has published a new study on how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to accelerate a more equitable energy transition and build trust for the technology throughout the industry. As the impacts of climate change become more visible worldwide, governments and industry face the urgent challenge of transitioning to a low-carbon […]
‘Selfdrive’ Launches Mobility App – Redefines On Demand Car Rentals
Selfdrive, an entity of Pinewoods Tech Serve has launched an all-in-one Smart Mobility App. The app is serving as a game-changer for the car rental space offering its users a seamless, reliable, and convenient mechanism to rent a car on demand. The cutting-edge mobile app provides direct access to dealership fleet to its users, allowing […]