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LIVE at Gitex 2012

Gulf Business reports live from MENA’s biggest ICT event.

Gitex: Kaspersky Plans Security Software For Nuclear Plants

The system is at the prototype stage, and the Moscow-based company is in talks with government bodies.

The Rapid Rise Of Budget Tablets

Bargain-bucket tablets are quickly outselling laptops in the UAE, say retailers.

Bahrain’s Batelco Seeks Majority Stakes In Foreign Units

Batelco currently owns Jordanian operator Umniah and 27 per cent of Yemeni mobile firm Sabafon.

Top 10 Cars Driven By CEOs

Gulf Business checks out the high-powered wheels driven by those who sit in the corner office.

Gitex: Microsoft To Launch Arabic Enabled Phone

World famous tech brand is to also launch its new Windows 8 software on October 26, with an exclusive local launch in Dubai.

UAE Telco Etisalat Will Not Exit Foreign Markets- CEO

The telecommunications firm operates in 17 countries in Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

UAE Consumers Fail To Save

Overspending and a lack of financial planning spell an insecure future for UAE residents.

Review: Rivington Bar & Grill, Madinat Jumeirah

The London classic has branched out in Dubai with this, its second venue, bigger and bolder while keeping its rustic feel.

Marriage Loses Its Sparkle In Kuwait

Marriage rate is falling while divorces are on the rise – what’s happening to the sanctity of marriage in the conservative Gulf state?

Qatar Prospects Lure Region’s Top Bankers

Global firms and large regional names are losing their top talent to Qatari lenders who offer better pay and stability.

Gitex 2012: Tomorrow’s World

The region’s largest ICT event takes place this month from 14-18 October at Dubai’s World Trade Centre.

Nakheel appoints Manchanda as CEO

Manchanda had been acting CEO of the Dubai-based developer since June 2011.

Abu Dhabi’s NBAD Places $32m Renminbi Bond

BNP Paribas arranged the deal, which will settle on October 16.

Gitex: 1,000 New Launches Expected This Year

Dubai’s biggest annual technology event hopes to welcome over 130,000 visitors.

Emal Picks Banks For Up To $1bn Bond Issue- Sources

Emirates Aluminium reportedly picked Goldman Sachs, Citigroup and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank for the potential bond.

Qantas CEO: No Alternative To Emirates Deal

Dubai and Australia’s flagship airlines are waiting on the results of a competition watchdog’s ruling ahead of their planned alliance.

Gulf States Must Tackle Muslim Brotherhood Threat

UAE’s foreign minister has said the Brotherhood does not believe in the nation state or the sovereignty of the state.

Real Estate Investment Trusts Gain Popularity

Firms are eyeing REITs, which are transforming the speculative property market into a stable source of revenue.

Etihad Eyes Asia And India Partnerships

Abu Dhabi’s flagship airline is looking at more minority stakes to further expand its global reach, says CEO.

Restaurant Review: Toshi

A small piece of Japan sits at the top of The Millennium Hotel, Tecom, transporting you away from modern, busy Dubai.

Review: Audi A5 Sportback

Is it a sedan? Is it a coupé? We’re not sure. What we do know is the A5 Sportback is a thing of beauty.

Emaar Signs JV With Iraq Government

The Dubai developer will build multiple housing projects in the country, possibly alongside Damac.

LIVE: Updates From Cityscape 2012 Day 3

Gulf Business brings you all the news from Dubai’s main property event.

Cityscape: IP Global To Open New Middle Eastern Offices

The property investment firm is eyeing offices in Oman and Qatar after the region accounts for 18 per cent of London’s purchases.

LIVE: Updates From Cityscape 2012 Day 2

Gulf Business brings you all the news from Dubai’s main property event.

Cityscape: Damac Says All Projects On Track, Plans Further Expansion

The company has no plans to launch an IPO, but may do so in the future.

Cityscape: Qatari Property Firm Barwa Eyeing London

The company is hoping to finalise an investment before year-end.

LIVE: Updates From Cityscape 2012 Day 1

Gulf Business brings you all the news from Dubai’s main property event.

Cityscape: Off To A Positive Start

Long queues, new projects and big stands signal a good start to Dubai’s main property event.