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Sheikh Mohammed praises GDRFA director general following secret shopper visit

Sheikh Mohammed frequently sends secret shoppers to government offices to test services

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Generative AI

How Generative AI is impacting job and labor markets globally

The emergence of Generative AI is amplifying the digital divide between urban and rural areas

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Crypto Bitcoin

UAE virtual assets: New tax guide clarifies crypto regulations for free zones

The new guide specifies that the holding of shares and other securities for investment purposes now explicitly includes cryptocurrencies

mental health

Why MENA business leaders must prioritize mental health in their strategy

PwC’s Hopes and Fears report reveals that only 33 percent of employees in the Middle East feel their well-being is a priority at work

Crypto Bitcoin

Institutional custody of cryptocurrencies: Beyond the ‘not your keys’ myth

Digital asset custody for institutions is a game of operational resilience, multi-layer security, and audit trails

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Banking & Finance

Is Bitcoin a bubble? Sure, if bubbles could last for decades

Unlike classic bubbles, Bitcoin's value proposition doesn’t rely entirely on price hype

Lifestyle

Hospitality & Tourism

Most popular destinations to visit in Saudi Arabia this winter

Tabuk, Riyadh, Abha and Al Ula are among the most popular destinations for Saudis seeking winter escapes

Jumeirah Thanda

Hospitality & Tourism

Dubai Holding’s Jumeirah expands into Africa with exclusive island, private safari reserve

Jumeirah Thanda Island and Jumeirah Thanda Safari will open for bookings starting December 2024

UAE National Day

Hospitality & Tourism

UAE National Day: Places to visit and fireworks to watch in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah

Residents will observe a two-day break for the UAE's National Day on December 2 and 3

Etihad Airways

Hospitality & Tourism

Etihad Airways to double Africa network in 2025, operate 57 weekly flights

Currently, the airline serves four cities in Africa with 39 frequencies a week

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Saudi Arabia to introduce VAT refund system for tourists in 2025

Key tourism targets for 2025 include attracting 127 million visitors to support the goals of the National Tourism Strategy

Emirates Casablanca

Hospitality & Tourism

Emirates World lands in Casablanca: The largest store yet, spanning over 500m²

The opening marks the second Emirates World opening in Africa, and the seventh globally

Hospitality & Tourism

UAE National Day: Popular travel destinations for the long weekend

Mumbai and Kochi topped the list this year for their vibrant atmosphere, rich cultural diversity, and convenient travel times