Op-eds

Prioritizing sustainability: A new era for the Middle East

Region is in a unique position to take on a leadership role in the global transition to a more sustainable future

COP29: A turning point, not a failure

Amid the calls for nations to act on reducing emissions, the significant catalyst of green innovation lies in private sector investment

Data monetization in sports: Unlocking opportunities in the Middle East

The Middle East's sports industry is expected to grow by 8.7 percent by 2026 – more than double the global sector growth

Exploring the use of AI translation tools in the workplace in the UAE and KSA

About 84 percent of UAE and Saudi professionals have incorporated translation tools into their workflows

MENA IT spending to reach $230.7 billion in 2025

Data center systems are expected to remain the segment with the highest annual growth rate in the region

From smoke rings to science: The evolving world of tobacco

How industry leader British American Tobacco (BAT) is pioneering the development of innovative smokeless products

ADFW 2024: Empowering Abu Dhabi’s economy as the falcon takes flight

The third edition hosted insightful gatherings and discussions on the UAE capital's economic growth, key sectors and expansion opportunities

How e-invoicing will improve business efficiency and compliance in the Middle East

It is not just about compliance, but a potential game-changer for businesses in the region

The global economy in 2025: Stability amid uncertainty

IMF and OECD estimate that global growth could hit 3.2 to 3.3 percent this year

Timeless allies, evolving visions: The UK-UAE partnership for a transformative future

The relations between the two countries serve as a compelling example of how strategic collaboration can drive meaningful progress in trade, technology, and sustainability

Empowering the unbanked: How digital wallets and fintech are shaping the future of finance

The role of digital wallets and banks in expanding access to financial services

Dubai off-plan property: Three tips investors must keep in mind

Conduct thorough research, choose a strategic location aligned with your goals, and avoid emotionally-driven decisions

Numarine charges ahead with the first diesel-electric yacht

Providing a max speed of 13 knots and a cruising speed of 10 knots

From dry powder to long-term value: Why AI is the future for sovereign wealth funds

With AI, investment institutions can enhance investment life cycle, drive value creation, and streamline internal operations

AI and the future of SMBs: Transforming challenges to opportunities

According to the International Data Corporation, global spending on artificial intelligence technologies could surpass $749 billion by 2028

How the creative economy drives growth in the Middle East

In the UAE, a global creative hub, Dubai Media City is home to a talent pool of over 40,500 creative professionals

Integrating the digital and human workforce today for better banking tomorrow

Banks like Mashreq are adapting new technologies to meet customers’ changing preferences

The UAE hikes its climate ambitions in submission to the UN

In its updated NDC, the country aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 47 percent by 2035 compared to 2019 levels

How the private sector can add diversity to MENA region’s workforce potential

Diversity, equity and inclusion is strategic necessity for sustainable growth and community wellbeing

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

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

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

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

Decentralized vs. traditional finance: Is integration inevitable?

In a truly hybrid future, we might see a financial system that uses DeFi's technology to underpin TradFi’s infrastructure