Trump Inauguration: Dollar dips, stocks creep higher as his second term dawns

Trump Inauguration: Dollar dips, stocks creep higher as his second term dawns

Trump promised a “brand new day of American strength” at a rally on Sunday, January 19.

The payments revolution: Strategic imperatives for payment service providers

The payments revolution: Strategic imperatives for payment service providers

Payment service providers need to rethink their business model and take advantage of their customer relationships to offer more diversified services that meet the changing needs of consumers and businesses

Ben Cockram offers Insights on key compliance trends in the Middle East

Insights: Key compliance trends in the Middle East

We look at how companies can navigate the compliance landscape in the Middle East

Gold rate: Will prices rise this week?

Gold rate: Will prices rise this week?

Gold has been supported by weakness in the dollar after inflation data this week sided with rate-cut expectations

Community at core, future in focus: Nestlé MENA's Yasser Abdul Malak talks strategy

Nestlé MENA chairman & CEO on the company’s innovation-focused strategy

Nestlé MENA remains committed to shaping a future defined by positive change and a healthier, more sustainable world, shares Yasser Abdul Malak

World Economic Forum: New WEF report reveals top threats in 2025

World Economic Forum: New report reveals top threats in 2025

Escalating geopolitical tensions, environmental crises and technological uncertainties pose significant threats to stability and progress

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group's Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group’s Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

The group’s MD and CEO delves deeper into the group’s ambitious plans to revolutionise waste management and support the nation’s sustainability goals 

Gen AI and its impact insights by MIT SLOAN and Astra Tech image for illustrative purposes GettyImages

MIT Sloan, Astra Tech share insights on GenAI’s potential in Middle East

Retailers in the Middle East, particularly in the UAE, are leading the way in integrating LLMs, SLMs and LAMs to deliver personalised shopping experiences at scale

How UAE-based Renie's smart tech is redefining waste management

How UAE-based Renie’s smart tech is redefining waste management

Sander Van Waes, the company’s founder and CEO, shares how Renie’s innovative solutions are helping organisations across the region embrace responsible waste practices

Nilesh Ashar, Senior Managing Director & Head of Tax Middle East, FTI Consulting offers insights on the impact of new taxes on the GCC

GCC countries: From tax havens to global business hubs

New tax regimes in the GCC nations will unleash a new era of growth and economic resilience for the region

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

GenAI can expose the business to many risks, ranging from privacy violations to an array of data-related prejudices that can arise when building and using machine-learning models

Ayman Al Khaled of Subway UAE speaks to Gulf Business

Subway UAE’s Ayman Al Khaled on the brand’s appetite for growth

Subway UAE’s brand director delves into its strategic growth plans, commitment to local flavour, and focus on innovation as it navigates the region’s F&B landscape

Insights: Addressing the human factor in cybersecurity by Dr Waël Kanoun

Insights: Addressing the human factor in cybersecurity

Customers and partners are more likely to trust businesses that prioritise security training, confident in the knowledge that their data is in safe hands

AI and arbitration: How to enhance efficiency while safeguarding integrity

AI in arbitration: Enhancing efficiency, safeguarding integrity

The use of AI will become the norm in certain aspects of the arbitral process, such as the initial review of evidence, producing first drafts of documents and the creation of procedural documents

How AI can redefine customer service in healthcare

How AI can redefine customer service in healthcare

With 60 per cent of patients unwilling to wait on hold for more than a minute when calling a call centre, hospital customer interaction needs a serious revamp. And, we may already have the tools.

Insights: How HR navigates the intricacies of a family business

Insights: How HR navigates the intricacies of a family business

The role of HR in family businesses is not just about managing personnel but also about fostering a supportive environment that aligns with family values and business objectives

Zaher Sabbagh - Director of Chery UAE on why Chinese auto brands are rising in popularity in the UAE

Insights: Why Chinese auto brands are rising in popularity in the UAE

As Chinese brands continue to win over UAE consumers with stylish designs, advanced features and competitive pricing, they are well-positioned to influence the next chapter of the UAE’s auto sector

Insights: When to choose an outside CEO to run a family business

Insights: When to choose an outsider as CEO to run a family business

The need for an external CEO often comes to the fore when a family business is undergoing significant strategic changes – moving into new markets, going through transformation, or facing a severe downturn

Aurea Group's Mike Jatania on his exciting plans for The Body Shop

Aurea Group’s Mike Jatania on his exciting plans for The Body Shop

The co-founder and executive chairman of Aurea Group shares his vision for The Body Shop’s future, the pivotal role of the Middle East, and the exciting transformation ahead as the brand approaches its 50th anniversary

Insights: Building a board of directors for your family business

A board of directors is a vital asset for any family business, offering governance, strategic direction and expertise that can help navigate complex challenges and foster growth

Ownership structures for family firms: The benefits and challenges by Anisha Sagar

Ownership structures for family firms: The benefits and challenges

 Moving to a new ownership model can release a family firm from a deep rut and can often help keep families together for the common good of the business and of the family

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

Agentic AI systems are being explored for urban management as part of smart city projects such as Neom, while banks and healthcare institutions are examining its use for risk assessment and adaptive treatment plans

Informa's Adam Andersen on how CPHI ME is building bridges in the pharma sector

Informa’s Adam Andersen on how CPHI ME is building bridges in the pharma sector

Saudi Arabia’s pharmaceutical market is expected to exceed $11bn by 2032, driven by a compound annual growth rate of around two per cent

Miral's Mariam Al Musharrekh on factors driving demand for talent in the region

Miral’s Mariam Al Musharrekh on factors driving demand for talent in the region

The group ED of Human Resources at Miral shares her insights on why companies and businesses need to recalibrate their HR strategies to meet the current and future needs of the industry

WebEngage’s Hetarth Patel on navigating the future of customer engagement

WebEngage’s Hetarth Patel on navigating the future of customer engagement

Patel shares how businesses are leveraging omnichannel strategies, AI-driven solutions, and hyper-personalised experiences to drive customer loyalty and retention in a rapidly shifting market

These are the technologies reshaping payments, banking in the UAE

The UAE is poised for rapid advancements in financial technology innovations, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology

Insights: Dubai reigns as the ultimate destination for luxury living

5 tips for thriving in Dubai’s business environment

Cultivating long-term business success in Dubai requires flexibility, strategic planning, and an acute awareness of cultural nuance

DCT Abu Dhabi's Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani on supporting a new wave of cultural talent

DCT Abu Dhabi’s Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani on supporting a new wave of cultural talent

The undersecretary of DCT Abu Dhabi shares insights into the department’s talent development strategy and how it aligns with Abu Dhabi’s broader cultural ambitions

Samar Sayegh - PwC Academy, on upskilling employees to turn into nest-gen CEOs

Turn engaged employees into next-gen CEOs; here’s how

To drive digital disruption and champion inclusive growth strategies, the region’s future leaders must embrace potential over years of service

Dr. Ella Washington on how How MENA leaders can realise their diversity and inclusion (DEI) ambitions

How MENA leaders can realise their DEI ambitions

By adopting a comprehensive approach to DEI, organisations in the GCC and the wider MENA region can fully leverage the potential of their diverse workforces