Visa bids $100m to replace Mastercard as Apple’s new credit card partner

Visa has made a bold push to secure the Apple Card, offering an upfront payment typically reserved for the largest card programs

Facing Trump’s Tariffs: Inside the strategy of the world’s leading auto supplier

The vastness of Magna’s facility in Michigan underscores its role as a key cog in the intricate global auto supply chain

An interview with HP President of Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa Helena Herrero

Empowering innovation and inclusion: An interview with HP’s Helena Herrero

The president of HP for Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa shares her insights on technology, digital transformation, empowering women and sustainability

Eid Al Fitr 2025: UAE Fatwa Council calls for moon sighting

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) in the UAE also announced the Eid holidays for federal government staff

Tesla to launch in Saudi Arabia as Musk, kingdom mend relations

Tesla’s launch event in Riyadh, scheduled for April 10, will display its EVs and products powered by solar energy

Oman Ahli United Bank, Bank Dhofar merger

Eid holidays 2025: What to know before driving from UAE to Oman by car

UAE tops the list of the six Arab nationalities visiting Oman, with 1.1 million visitors coming to the country in 2024

Big on bikes: Harley-Davidson’s Paul O'Callaghan on community, customisation, health

Big on bikes: Harley-Davidson’s Paul O’Callaghan on community, customisation, health

The general manager of Harley-Davidson in Abu Dhabi and Dubai discusses the brand’s evolution in the region, the growing diversity of riders, and the company’s latest initiative

Samer Kamal is the MD, Tactical Connections and Christophe Guibeleguiet is the head of the Climate & Sustainability Practice at APCO share insights on the opportunities that food waste holds

Food waste: Is it a ‘wasted’ opportunity?  

As businesses and investors align with these goals, the recovery of commercial food waste can become a cornerstone of the region’s transition to a green economy

Big changes ahead: Airlines tighten rules for power banks, phones

Aviation has long recognised the batteries as a safety concern, and rules are periodically tightened in response to accidents

Luis Fernando Eleutério Lopes on how UAE and Brazil can leverage infrastructure opportunies

Insights: How the UAE can leverage investment opportunities in Brazil

The partner and chief economist at Patria Investments explores the untapped potential for UAE entities, particularly SWFs, to address Brazil’s crucial infrastructure needs, while fostering mutual economic growth

Healthcare in Saudi Arabia: Will insurance approvals be eliminated?

Careful study will guide the decision, ensuring it is made in the best interests of the beneficiaries

Ranjit Khanna Bank of Singapore

Navigating super trends: Bank of Singapore’s Ranjit Khanna on AI, geopolitics and Asia’s rise

Khanna discusses how shifting geopolitical landscapes, rapid technological advancements like AI, and the urgent need for sustainable investing are reshaping investment strategies

Trendyol’s Mohamad ElAnsari on leveraging the regional e-commerce boom

Trendyol’s Mohamad ElAnsari on leveraging the regional e-commerce boom

Mohamad ElAnsari, CEO of Trendyol Gulf, discusses the factors behind the platform’s rapid growth, its commitment to empowering SMEs, and future expansion plans in the region

Gold rate: Will prices rise this week?

Gold climbs to record high: How are Trump’s policies responsible for it?

Spot gold was little changed at $3,048.37 an ounce as of 0350 GMT, after hitting an all-time high of $3,055.96 earlier in the session

Citigroup reduces bonuses paid in 2024 for regulatory fixes

In 2024 the committee paid 68 per cent of the maximum bonus amount, which was not disclosed by the bank, lower than in the previous two years

George Tataru s a lead solutions consultant, Treasury & Capital Markets at Finastra on Insights: Banking on sustainability, mitigating risks

Insights: Banking on sustainability, mitigating risks

To effectively manage and mitigate risks arising from climate and other factors, it is crucial for banks to modernise their systems, for now and the future

Rola Diab (Dubai), Performance Strategist, Alor Solutions, on rewriting success narratives, mastering mindset

Breaking Cinderella: Rola Diab on rewriting success narratives, mastering mindset

In this interview, Rola Diab discusses the critical mindset shifts required for entrepreneurs to thrive and the science behind manifestation and peak performance

Insights: Why GCC residents are looking for property in Northern England, Paul Szumilewicz has insights

Insights: Why GCC residents are looking for property in Northern England

Compared to London, where property prices are the highest in the UK, cities like Manchester and Liverpool present a more accessible entry point into the UK real estate market

Is car subscription the smarter choice for GCC residents?

Is car subscription the smarter choice for GCC residents?

The car subscription model provides exceptional flexibility, enabling subscribers to switch vehicles based on changing lifestyle needs

Unlocking the power of sleep: Expert Dr Elie Abirached tells us how

Unlocking the power of sleep: Longevity expert Dr Elie Abirached tells us how

Blue light from phones, laptops, and TVs at night trick the brain into thinking it’s daytime, suppressing melatonin and delaying sleep onset, says Dr Abirached

Exclusive: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' James Crichton on its focus on personalising luxury

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ James Crichton on its focus on personalising luxury

The regional director for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars MEA shares how the brand continues to lead the bespoke luxury segment while adapting to shifting consumer preferences

Saudi Arabia posts $8bn Q3 deficit as lower oil prices weigh

S&P lifts Saudi’s rating on economic shift away from oil

Fitch said the country’s Vision 2030 project provides some flexibility in managing capital expenditure and debt issuance

UAE suspends 32 gold refineries for AML/CTF lapses

UAE 24K gold price hits Dhs360 per gram: Will the rally continue?

Bullion is on track for a second consecutive weekly increase, with a 2.5 per cent gain so far

DeepSeek and the Promethean dilemma: The ethics of open-source AI

DeepSeek and the Promethean dilemma: The ethics of open-source AI

Open-source AI could rapidly bring transformational progress. But we must think of the consequences and prepare accordingly

Global Ventures' Noor Sweid on Coming of Age and the region's startup landscape

Global Ventures’ Noor Sweid on Coming of Age and the region’s startup landscape

Noor Sweid, founder and managing partner of Global Ventures, discusses the MENA region’s entrepreneurial growth, the future of innovation and her book

Abu Dhabi’s MGX makes $2bn crypto investment in Binance

The deal, which Binance called its first institutional investment, is one of the largest ever in the crypto industry

Dubai's DET, Amazon launch accelerator for SMEs

Amazon, Google sign pledge to support tripling of nuclear energy capacity by 2050

Shale company Occidental and Japanese heavy machinery maker IHI Corp also added their names to the pledge

Pakistan pauses rate cuts, but likely not for long

Economists said the government should shift its focus to implementing economic reforms as interest rate cuts are not the elixir for growth

Private financing increasingly prominent among GCC issuers shares S&P Global Ratings Dr Mohamed Damak

Private financing increasingly prominent among GCC issuers: S&P Global Ratings

GCC investors will remain on the radar of large companies that aim to raise money outside of the traditional banking system or capital markets, especially when interest rates are high

Meta

Facebook owner Meta begins testing its first in-house AI training chip

Meta, which also owns Instagram and WhatsApp, has forecast total 2025 expenses of $114bn to $119bn, including up to $65 billion in capital expenditure