How To Rule The World Like… Ellen Pao

Pao is the interim CEO of Reddit.

Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way: The New DIFC Wills & Probate Registry

DIFC’s new Wills and Probate Registry gives non-muslims certainty in inheritance matters.

Profile: New Saudi Crown Prince Marks Generational Shift

Interior Minister Prince Mohammed bin Nayef will be the country’s first king from the third generation of its ruling dynasty.

Abu Dhabi Rolls Out Red Carpet For Market Makers, May Outweigh Dubai

Both the DFM and ADX say they are in talks to attract market makers.

Targeted Sanctions: Risks For GCC Firms, Individuals, Charities

Those at risk should respond swiftly and appropriately, writes Miranda Rushton, senior associate at law firm Carter-Ruck.

As Yemen Bombing Slows, Saudi May Struggle With Peacemaker Role

Riyadh now faces a test of its diplomatic skills in trying to arrange talks among Yemen’s fractious elites.

30 Seconds On The Business Of… Family Entertainment

Gulf Business speaks to Silvio Liedtke, COO, Landmark Leisure.

Online Store Merger Prods Luxury Goods Makers Towards Internet

Top brands such as Prada and LVMH’s Christian Dior still baulk at the idea of selling clothing online.

IBM banks on cloud and mobility to end losing streak

Faced with falling revenue and some of the worst stock performance in the S&P 500, IBM is plotting a return to profitable days

How To Stand Out In A Job Interview

Aiman Kabli, founder and CEO of Dubai Job Connections, a web-based job placement platform, explains how to take on the highly competitive job market of Dubai.

Oil Prices: Where, Why And What Next?

Over time, the market can take care of its own excess supply, writes Jay Raney, partner, Assurance at Grant Thornton UAE.

What To Expect From UAE Real Estate

CBRE Middle East’s MD Nicholas Maclean and head of research Matthew Green, give their insights into the Dubai and Abu Dhabi real estate markets.

Foreigners Queue For Opening Of $500bn Saudi Bourse

The move is likely to start the process of incorporating Saudi Arabia into major equity indices by the likes of MSCI, and this could attract as much as $24 billion in foreign capital.

Exclusive Interview: Nakheel’s Turnaround Man, Ali Rashid Lootah

Nakheel’s chairman reveals how he revived the company’s fortunes, and why he is confident Dubai’s property market will not crash again.

BMW Courts Middle East Market For Its Hybrid Line-Up

The German carmaker thinks that there is a market for hybrid and electric cars in the Middle East, no matter the cost of fuel or the love for SUVs.

Interview: Herman Miller CEO On The Brand’s Ambitions

Herman Miller chief Brian Walker sits down with Ankush Chibber to talk all things office.

Some Banks Win, Some Lose In Dubai’s “Islamic Economy”

Dubai is planning to be a centre for an “Islamic economy” with sharia-compliant businesses ranging from banking , trade, food preparation, fashion, education and tourism.

Jumbo Jets Airbus A380, Boeing 747 Face A Make Or Break Year

There were zero orders placed by commercial airlines for new Boeing 747s or Airbus A380s last year.

How To Rule The World Like… Jan Koum

Jan Koum is the CEO and co-founder of messaging network WhatsApp.

Five Minutes With.. Abed Bibi And Husain Makiya, Co-founders, YouGotAGift.com

YouGotAGift.com’s co-founders discuss the inspiration for their gift card business, growth areas and plans to expand to regional and international markets.

From Film To Fashion, Dubai Bids To Be Creative Capital For Arab World

The emirate’s new 21 million sqft design district is set to include galleries, studios, workshops, boutique stores and museums, plus office and residential space.

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REVEALED: Clash Of The Big Three: GCC Airlines Vs US Carriers

Gulf Business compares what Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways offer versus their counterparts in the US.

Gulf Arabs Eye Obama Overtures With Suspicion In Wake Of Iran Talks

Obama said last week that the greatest security threat for the Sunni Gulf was not Iran but poor governance and extremism at home.

Dr. Nasser Saidi: Why The UAE Should Build A Spaceport

The UAE needs to prepare for a new phase of growth and development based on investing in new technologies that will embody innovation, writes an expert.

Will Bahrain Emerge Stronger From Cheap Oil Era?

Bahrain is walking a fine line as it tries to balance social spending and a growing fiscal deficit during a period of cheap oil.

Will GCC’s Renewable Energy Projects Feel The Oil Drop Pinch?

The recent drop in oil prices will not negatively impact the GCC’s renewable energy projects, affirm experts.

Tech Players Battle For Relevance In Crowded Industry

Device Manufacturers, app developers, equipment vendors and telcos – all battled for the limelight at this year’s Mobile World Congress.

Iranian Establishment Faces Risks If Nuclear Deal Fails

Failure to finalise the deal would generate levels of public dismay that could hurt authorities, say experts.

Does A Happy Employee Make For A Healthy Stock Price?

Some fund managers have begun to use employee sentiment as one of the tools to evaluate stock purchases.

Key Trends To Watch Out For In MEA’s Smartphone Market

Chinese smartphone makers are set to grow in this region, states Nabila Popal, regional research manager at IDC.