Abu Dhabi firm to launch tokenised US Treasuries fund

Abu Dhabi firm to launch tokenised US Treasuries fund

Tokenised Treasuries are a growing segment of the crypto market, with a market capitalisation of $2.4bn on public blockchains

Abu Dhabi airports’ nine-month passenger jumps 31.2%

Abu Dhabi airports’ nine-month passenger jumps 31.2%

The growth in passenger traffic was more pronounced in Q3 2024, with Abu Dhabi airports serving 7.7 million passengers

How Proofpoint is fostering cyber resilience

Proofpoint’s Haifa Ketiti on AI-driven cybersecurity solutions

The senior systems engineer emphasises that human error is the primary cyber risk, while advocating for a human-centric approach to security

New Zealand seals trade deal with GCC states

New Zealand seals trade deal with GCC to boost exports, investment

The trade pact would remove tariffs for 51 per cent of New Zealand’s exports to the region from day one

Goldman Sachs sees oil demand growing until 2034

Will they or won’t they? Talk of Saudi cutting oil prices for Asia

Spot premiums for Middle East crude fell last month as the Asia market was well supplied

Salik: New toll gates to be operational from Nov 24 Image Getty Images

Salik’s new toll gates: here’s where you’ll start paying from Nov 24

The installation of the Business Bay and Al Safa South toll gates, both of which are strategically positioned to manage traffic flow and enhance road safety

Saudi PIF signs MoUs with Japanese lender worth up to $51bn

Saudi PIF signs MoUs with Japanese lender worth up to $51bn

The fund inked MoUs with Mizuho Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, MUFG Bank, Japan Bank for International Cooperation, and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance

Abu Dhabi launches new licensing framework for longevity medicine centres (HLMCs)

Abu Dhabi launches new licencing framework for longevity medicine centres

By utilising patient data from various platforms, including Malaffi and Ifhas, the centres will create personalised health journeys tailored to individual needs

Mubadala Capital, Temasek's Seviora Holdings to explore co-investment opps

Mubadala Capital, Temasek’s Seviora Holdings to explore investment opps

Singapore-based Seviora Holdings oversees assets worth $51.3bn as of June 30, offering a variety of investment strategies in public and private markets

Saudi Arabia’s Hassana to back $2bn Brookfield Middle East fund

Saudi Arabia’s Hassana to back $2bn Brookfield Middle East fund

The fund will target buyouts, structured solutions, and other investment opportunities across a range of strategic sectors, including technology and healthcare

Last chance for UAE overstayers as visa amnesty deadline extended

With immigration centres experiencing high turnout as the initial deadline approached, authorities decided to extend the grace period

ACWA Power secures $62m for renewable energy project in Uzbekistan

ACWA Power secures $62m for renewable energy project in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan remains ACWA Power’s second-largest market, with a robust portfolio that includes 11.4GW of power capacity

How Ericsson is fostering GCC’s AI-driven innovation

Nicolas Blixell on how Ericsson is fostering AI-driven innovation in the GCC

The vice president and head of GCC at Ericsson Middle East & Africa says Ericsson is investing in R&D, AI, and enterprise solutions to support the region’s digital transformation goals

Colm McLoughlin - Dubai Duty Free

Colm McLoughlin, Dubai Duty Free pioneer, passes away at 81

McLoughlin’s impact on Dubai Duty Free spanned 41 years, where he steered its growth from modest beginnings to a business generating over $2bn.

GB Business Breakfast shines spotlight on GCC’s automotive, mobility sectors

Gulf Business hosted its second Business Breakfast event on the future of automotive and mobility in the Middle East, highlighting digital shifts, sustainability, and evolving consumer preferences

UAE hikes petrol, diesel prices for November 2024

Here’s how much petrol, diesel will cost you in November

The fuel price committee increased retail prices for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 9 fils per litre in November

Saudi wealth fund PIF to anchor Brookfield’s $2bn Middle East fund

Saudi wealth fund PIF to anchor Brookfield’s $2bn Middle East fund

The new private equity fund will target buyouts, structured solutions and other investment opportunities across a range of strategic sectors

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air places order for 60 Airbus A321neo

Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air places order for 60 Airbus A321neo

The deal, signed at the Future Investment Initiative forum in Riyadh, brings to 132 the total number of jets ordered by Riyadh Air

How Khazna is revolutionising GCC’s data centre industry

Khazna: Revolutionising the GCC data centre industry with AI solutions

Johan Nilerud, senior director of Strategy and Planning at Khazna, says AI presents enormous potential across the data centre value chain

UAE to invest $1bn in Vietnamese EV maker Vinfast — report

The possible deal with Vinfast comes off the back of Vietnam having signed a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with the UAE

Saudi minister asserts economic resilience to investors at FII conference

Saudi minister asserts economic resilience to investors at FII conference

The kingdom unveiled its Vision 2030 plan in 2016, which involves hundreds of billions of dollars of investments to wean the country’s economy off oil

Abu Dhabi’s CYVN seeks to buy McLaren’s automotive business

Abu Dhabi’s CYVN Holdings to acquire McLaren’s automotive business

The deal will bring access to additional capital, advanced engineering expertise and technology, particularly in the field of electric vehicles

Emirates inks strategic deals with Vietnam Airlines, VietJet

Emirates inks strategic deals with Vietnam Airlines, VietJet

Under the new MoU, the airlines will explore opportunities to expand connectivity beyond their current interline agreement and potentially integrate reciprocal loyalty benefits

Dubai Government approves Dhs302bn budget for 2025-2027

Dubai government approves record-breaking budget

The expenditure for fiscal year 2025 alone is estimated at Dhs86.26bn, with revenues projected at Dhs97.66bn

ACWA Power signs deals worth $1.784bn at FII8 in Riyadh

ACWA Power signs deals worth $1.78bn at FII8 in Riyadh

The agreements cover a range of projects across the GCC, China, Central Asia and North Africa, focusing on financing, renewable energy, storage projects, and research and development initiatives.

Modon Holding, LuLu Retail to build retail facilities in UAE and Egypt

The two entities are collaborating to build a network of community retail outlets, including hypermarkets, supermarkets, and other retail stores

QatarEnergy buys 50% stake in TotalEnergies solar project in Iraq

QatarEnergy buys 50% stake in TotalEnergies solar project in Iraq

The solar project, which will be developed in phases, will generate up to 1.25 GW at peak using 2 million bifacial solar panels

Saudi wealth fund PIF tells FII gathering it will cut overseas investments

Saudi wealth fund PIF tells FII gathering it will cut overseas investments

The sovereign wealth fund is driving economic diversification by investing billions in new sectors to reduce oil dependency

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region's EV revolution?

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region’s EV revolution?

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are rising stars from the Middle East in embracing driverless transportation to achieve sustainable mobility

Amali Properties breaks ground on ultra-luxe island project

With piling works set to begin in March 2025, the project is expected to reach completion by Q1 2027