Op-eds

Navigating climate-related data in the investment process

Such data are vital for assessing risks, valuing assets, and engaging shareholders

Digital technology: A catalyst for sustainable energy practices in the GCC region

How AI, process optimization and digital grid solutions are changing the game

Navigating the UAE’s updated pension regulations

2023 Law increases monthly pensionable cap from AED 50,000 to AED 70,000

Building a greener future: How FMCG companies can drive sustainability

Implementing green practices such as tapping solar energy and reducing food loss can help companies meet sustainability goals

Building a purpose-led and values-driven culture to retain talent

In a hyper-competitive employment market, purpose and values have rapidly emerged as a key differentiator in attracting and retaining talent

Future-ready CEOs in Saudi Arabia lead with optimism, innovation and climate action, PwC survey shows

Saudi CEOs anticipate that GenAI will significantly change the creation, delivery and capture of value in the next three years

The case for inclusion in quantum computing

Why solutions to our biggest challenges can only come from a diverse workforce

All-new Sunseeker 120 Yacht redefines superyacht luxury and elegance

From its expansive decks to its luxurious staterooms, seafaring marvel sets a new standard for excellence

Pagani’s utopian hypercar

Only 99 units will be produced, each with a price tag of AED 8 million

Iraq’s first solar power plant moves forward

To provide clean electricity enough to power 350,000 homes

UAE is on the path to becoming the AI capital of the world

As Sam Altman once said, the country has been ‘talking about AI since before it was cool’

Driving economic growth through technology

Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to combat global economic disruptions and achieve sustainable progress

Retail tourism: How shopping drives economic activity

Dubai and Riyadh are notable global shopping destinations

Time for an upgrade: Revitalizing customer loyalty with innovative rewards programs

Earning and redeeming points just not enough in an ever-increasingly competitive market

The Middle East: Rise of a tourism powerhouse

Middle Eastern destinations, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and emerging hotspots like Riyadh and Ras Al Khaimah, saw significant tourist inflows in 2023

MENA’s banking and finance sector embraces the digital tide

Tech-driven transformation revolutionizes banking and finance in the Middle East

Digital asset custody transforming financial services in the Middle East

It offers a secure and streamlined approach to the storage and management of digital assets

How can banks stop fraud in a world of instant payments?

Lenders must use innovative approaches to gain customer trust and acceptance of instant payments

Embracing new opportunities amid shifting global economic dynamics

Insights into economic trends, entrepreneurial efforts driving growth in UAE and KSA

Integrating circular economy principles into the smart city landscape

How innovative resource management can promote sustainable urban development

Banking beyond borders: How technology is bridging the gap for the financially excluded

Harnessing data analytics, machine learning and AI to empower underserved communities

Oil prices break free from tight range as geopolitical risk rises

OPEC sees demand growing by 2.25 million barrels per day in 2024

Building a digital capital: Lessons from Dubai’s success story

Dubai's journey to becoming a global digital capital exemplifies the power of visionary leadership, strategic planning, and relentless pursuit of innovation