Op-eds

Gulf Arab States develop electric vehicle infrastructure to curb emissions

The UAE plans to have EVs account for 50 percent of car sales by 2050

Generative AI: A game changer for marketers in the Middle East and beyond

We take a look into how early adopters of generative AI in marketing are achieving significant benefits, such as increased speed, efficiency, and return on investment

New skills for a new era: The impact of AI on Saudi Arabia’s workforce

As the kingdom embraces digital transformation, AI is creating exciting new opportunities for employment

Strategic insights on new tax developments across the region

GCC countries are revamping tax policies to ensure fiscal sustainability, with new corporate taxes and international alignment

Hospitality and tourism in the Middle East: Unstoppable moving forward

The region recorded the strongest relative increase in international arrivals in 2023, with visitor numbers reaching 83 percent of pre-pandemic levels

Building a national Large Language Model (LLM): Opportunities and challenges in the UAE and beyond

For the UAE and the broader Middle East, the potential of LLMs extends far beyond technological innovation

Boldly facing the future with an ‘innovation mindset’

AI technology is redefining how entities across industries operate and how governments worldwide approach digital transformation

Don’t give up on sustainability; you may lose the race

There is a strong economic argument for investing in energy efficiency

Investopia 2025 reinforces UAE’s status as an investment powerhouse

This year’s edition hosted 51 panel discussions and saw the signing of 31 partnership agreements and memorandums of understanding

Electricity investment needs to keep up with rising demand

IEA says the world needs to invest $700 billion per year by 2040

Transforming mobile experiences

We explore how XR, VR, and AR technologies are transforming user engagement and influencing diverse industries

No longer a choice, AI is the blueprint for business growth in the Middle East

Countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are heavily investing in AI to become global technology leaders

Securing the backbone of enterprise Gen AI

Implementing strong identity security for Gen AI entails enforcing multi-factor authentication and strict credential management

Understanding major data risks in AI projects

From data misrepresentation to inappropriate data exposure, vulnerabilities can undermine AI-driven initiatives

Building a responsible AI future in Saudi Arabia

Responsible AI governance provides the foundation for safe, ethical and scalable innovation - ensuring AI benefits society and driving sustainable growth

How the UAE-Oman railway project will reshape regional freight transport

Connecting the UAE and Oman by railways opens new markets for businesses in both countries

The GCC’s digital leap is setting the bar for smarter immigration

Immigrant populations range from as low as 40 percent in Oman to over 88 percent in Qatar

Why Roblox sees the Middle East as an opportunity for digital creators

The Middle East supports an impressive creator economy, thanks in part to government policies and investments

What are the impacts of U.S. tariffs on economies, metals and more?

The U.S. imports a significant amount of gold and silver doré from Canada and Mexico for refining, which has now become more expensive

Enhancing healthcare, driving progress

Healthcare is one industry that has so much potential to shape a nation’s growth

Maserati MC20 portrays the true DNA of the Trident

The marque’s super-sports car, the MC20, sits on a pedestal of its own

What science say about the effect of workspace design on our minds

Biophilic design elements in offices can help reduce stress

The UAE makes a giant leap into the energy storage space

The world’s first 24/7 solar PV, battery storage giga scale project will help unlock the potential of solar energy