Op-eds

Technology and trends defining GCC fintechs

Payments, blockchain and AI, among others, are shaping the region’s financial sector

Middle East transformer market: The hurdles and driving forces

By 2030, the Middle East is anticipated to add over 600,000 MVAs in transmission capacity, driving the demand for power transformers in the region

Why financial inclusion of the youth is important for our economies

Financial products and services that could help young adults are sometimes out of reach due to governing frameworks and societal biases

Family offices: How their focus and approach have evolved with time

Family offices are now more willing to take illiquidity risk in order to achieve greater potential long-term returns

Middle East is betting big on tech

The region's view of a tech-driven future is expanding, fueled by strong public-private synergy

How technology is increasingly powering the global economy

Productivity, trade and income distribution heavily influenced by technological advances

Building resilience for growth: The role of insurance in Saudi Arabia’s historic construction boom

Combining traditional products and alternative risk transfer mechanisms with proactive risk management strategies is key to a thriving construction business

The role of lawyers in digital transformation projects

Legal guidance essential to ensure compliance, manage risks and facilitate smooth implementation of digital transformation initiatives

Welcome to the Capital of Capital: Abu Dhabi to hold ADFW 2024

More than 300 renowned speakers to address over 18,000 participants across 50 event

Are the BRICS gearing up to challenge the petrodollar?

De-dollarization gained momentum after the UAE and Saudi Arabia were invited to join the intergovernmental organization

EZVIZ leverages innovations to grow presence in the Middle East

Powers smart home revolution in the region with next-generation technologies

Gartner: Exploring the impact of Generative AI on information worker productivity

How businesses can unlock AI-powered workflow optimization

How smart companies can leverage regulation to stay ahead of the curve

Businesses that can master one regulatory environment can often leverage their compliance standards to enter other markets easily

How robust sustainability reporting mobilizes investment in clean energy

The evolution of ESG reporting from a marketing tool to a critical investment criterion

AI: Driving radical innovation, unprecedented growth, and sustainable development

While AI is reshaping mobile connectivity, new vulnerabilities are also emerging

Roadmap towards reducing smoking in the Middle East

For harm reduction to be truly effective, nicotine alternatives need to be recognized by society, the media and policymakers as viable solutions

Philanthropic success requires you to invest your time; not just your money

The true power of philanthropy is beyond financial contributions

Korea-UAE synergy through strategic trade partnerships

A deep dive into the role of key South Korean agencies

Saudi Arabia: On track to a diversified future

Country has been doubling down on strategic investments, sweeping reforms, and bold initiatives across multiple sectors

The E1 World Championship may just be the most exciting race on the water

Teams are celebrity-owned, and the race calendar includes Monaco, Venice, Lake Como, and more

Saudi Arabia cuts oil use in power generation despite higher demand

Country burned 1.006 million bpd directly to generate electricity from January to June 2024

Safeguarding the digital future of Saudi Arabia

Cybersecurity is emerging as a linchpin in country’s Vision 2030 agenda

Operations and supply chain decarbonization in the Middle East 

Each company faces unique decarbonization challenges, but many struggle to meet ambitious targets

How the UAE and KSA are shaping the future of gaming and esports

Thanks to visionary leadership, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a focus on talent development