Dubai’s real estate sector sees transactions hit Dhs761bn in 2024

Revealed: Number of people who relocated to Dubai in 2024

This reinforced the ongoing increase in the demand for residential units

HPE Aruba Networking: Secure sustainable AI-driven connectivity at the fore

HPE Aruba Networking: Secure sustainable AI-driven connectivity at the fore

This year at LEAP in Saudi Arabia, HPE Aruba Networking will be taking centre stage with a unique approach to its solutions and offerings

Andrew Elvish, VP of Global Marketing at Genetec, spoke to Gulf Business at Intersec 2025 about the company’s latest offerings, key trends in the physical security space, and the company’s focus on the region

How Genetec is shaping the future of security solutions

Andrew Elvish, VP of Global Marketing at Genetec, shares the company’s latest offerings, key trends in the physical security space, and the company’s focus on the region

Abu Dhabi fund ADQ, Orion joint venture to invest $1.2bn in metals, mining

Abu Dhabi fund ADQ, Orion joint venture to invest $1.2bn in metals, mining

The venture will initially invest $1.2bn over four years in mining companies in emerging markets in Africa, Asia and Latin America

AD Ports Group begins port, logistics ops in Angola

AD Ports Group begins port, logistics operations in Angola

AD Ports Group’s expansion into Angola follows the signing of a 2023 framework agreement between the company and the Angolan government

Salik variable toll rates kick in on Jan 31 2025 Getty Images

Take note: Salik variable toll rates kick in today

There will be no change to the charging method at the Al Safa North and South toll gates, and the Al Mamzar North and South toll gates

Informa launches WHX Tech to connect healthcare leaders, spur innovation

Informa launches WHX Tech to connect healthcare leaders, spur innovation

The inaugural WHX Tech event, a premier hub for digital healthcare innovation, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from September 8 to 10, 2025

Dubai International Airport handles record 92 million passengers in 2024

DXB: How many passengers did Dubai airport handle in 2024?

This is an increase of around 6 per cent from 2023 levels

Saudi Arabian poultry producer Entaj plans to sell 30% stake in Riyadh IPO

Saudi Arabian poultry producer Entaj plans to sell 30% stake in Riyadh IPO

The firm has appointed SNB Capital as the lead manager, financial adviser, bookrunner and underwriter for the IPO

Based on US fed move, central bank of uae maintains base rate jan 2025-image-WAM

CBUAE maintains base rate at 4.40%; reflects US Fed move

The decision follows the US Fed’s latest move to hold rates steady, signalling a cautious approach toward further tightening amid evolving economic conditions

DAMAC Properties unveils its Riverside Views project

DAMAC Properties unveils its Riverside Views project

The project is part of the Riverside Community, the developer’s sixth master development

Alpha Dhabi acquires majority stake in National Corporation for Tourism and Hotels

Alpha Dhabi acquires majority stake in NCTH

The transaction strengthens Alpha Dhabi Holding’s investment in the domestic and international luxury hospitality sector and involves the transfer of four key hotel assets

Insights: The practical and ethical challenges of AI in security

Insights: The practical and ethical challenges of AI in security

Responsible AI in security is not just about maximising technological potential; it’s about safeguarding the rights and trust of the public

Health Insurance in UAE

UAE insurance: Up to 60% healthcare costs covered privately

Without private insurance, the government would bear the financial burden of healthcare costs

How M42 is redefining healthcare through AI, digital innovation

How M42 is redefining healthcare through AI, digital innovation

Dr Maaz Shaikh, VP of Product Management at M42, shares how AI is reshaping the global healthcare landscape, highlighting M42’s innovative role in this transformation

PIF-owned Folk Maritime focused on driving regional trade, says CEO Poul Hestbaek

PIF-owned Folk Maritime focused on driving regional trade, says CEO

With Vision 2030 driving infrastructure growth, Saudi Arabia is poised to become a global logistics hub, and Folk Maritime will play a pivotal role in this transformation, says Poul Hestbaek

David Droga Accenture Song

Accenture Song’s David Droga on the future of creativity

Accenture Song’s CEO and the founder of Droga 5 shares insights on how technology is transforming creativity, the role of AI in shaping marketing strategies

EtihadWE reveals new corporate identity

EtihadWE reveals new corporate identity

EtihadWE’s revamped logo, featuring vibrant blue and orange hues, symbolises the seamless and dynamic services provided by the utility

Chemist Warehouse's Priyash Paray shares insights on wellness retail trends

Chemist Warehouse’s Priyash Paray shares insights on wellness retail trends

Technology is integral to Chemist Warehouse’s strategy, enabling a seamless physical and digital retail blend, says the brand’s CEO

Lunate to acquire minority stake in ADNOC Gas Pipelines

Lunate to acquire minority stake in ADNOC Gas Pipelines

The acquisition of a stake in a premium gas pipeline infrastructure asset marks significant investment by Lunate in energy infrastructure and strengthens its real assets portfolio

Arab Health becomes WHX: A new era of global healthcare begins

Arab Health becomes WHX: A new era of global healthcare begins

WHX, the reimagined version of Arab Health, will encompass multiple healthcare events under one unified banner

Arab Health sends Emirati students to NASA to mark 50th anniversary

Arab Health sends Emirati students to NASA to mark 50th anniversary

The scholarship offers a two-part experience, starting with an introduction to the aviation and aerospace industries in Washington

PureHealth to acquire 60% stake in Greek healthcare group

UAE’s PureHealth to acquire 60% stake in Greek healthcare group

The Abu Dhabi-listed healthcare platform said the acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals, without disclosing a timeline for its completion

Saudi Arabia's PIF completes $4bn bond issuance

Saudi Arabia’s PIF completes $4bn bond issuance

The offering was four times oversubscribed with strong demand from a range of global investors

Saudi Arabia’s stc Group secures SAR32.64bn government contract

Saudi Arabia’s stc Group secures SAR32.64bn government contract

The contract has a duration of 18 months for preparation and execution, followed by 15 years of project operations

Saudi Arabia eases foreign property investments in Mecca, Medina

Saudi Arabia eases foreign property investments in Mecca, Medina

Foreign investment would be limited to shares, convertible debt instruments, or both and would exclude “strategic foreign investors”

G42 partners with NVIDIA on next-gen climate solutions

Nvidia shares tank as DeepSeek triggers AI selloff

Shares of Nvidia plummeted 17 per cent on Monday, wiping $593bn from the chipmaker’s market value

What is DeepSeek and why is it disrupting the AI sector?

DeepSeek’s AI Assistant, powered by DeepSeek-V3, has overtaken rival ChatGPT to become the top-rated free application available on Apple’s App Store in the US

Maher Jadallah, Vice President, Middle East North Africa, Tenable on data privacy

Insights: You can’t have ‘data’ privacy without security

This Data Privacy Day, every organisation must take action to protect the data it relies upon to function and that it’s trusted to protect, wherever it resides

GCC region remains a significant player in global trade: report

GCC region remains a significant player in global trade: report

The report highlighted the region’s performance in commodity exports, with the GCC ranking fifth worldwide in 2023