Amazon Ads’ Rayan Karaky unpacks how the rise of retail media 3.0 is transforming marketing in the region, helping brands fuse commerce, content, and measurable impact
By 2034, the tourism industry is expected to generate around 1.3 million new jobs, reflecting its potential to further bolster employment opportunities in the region
Amid 2025’s market volatility, a new strategic allocation framework by Bank of Singapore uses robust optimisation, scenario simulations, and tailored alternatives to build resilient, diversified portfolios
As AI agents drive UAE’s economic growth, businesses must track task outcomes, value, governance, and performance to ensure reliable adoption
The top 10 includes Euro-countries such as France, Germany, and the Netherlands, as well as Canada and Australia
Despite e-commerce growth, half of the surveyed retailers plan to expand their physical footprint, with pop-up stores and in-store partnerships emerging as popular strategies to provide experiential value, the Zoho survey showed
Domestic travel in Saudi Arabia increased by 126 per cent between 2024 and 2025, more than doubling the number of domestic trips in just one year, according to Dragonpass
Airlines operating in a cost-constrained, post-pandemic landscape are now “sweating the asset” longer than ever — and they need dependable, certified partners to help them do it, says Aeras Aviation’s CEO
The law is scheduled to come into force on January 8, 2026 and contractors have 12 months from that date to bring their houses in order
In the GCC, where visa categories are tied to specific roles and sponsorships, a change in company structure might necessitate a complete re-evaluation of every employee’s status
Developers should prioritise designs that feel culturally familiar yet offer modern conveniences, fostering a sense of place and continuity, says Greiss
Behind every bold idea lies a web of invisible forces – cultural cues, access to capital, proximity to mentors and openness to risk – all of which shape the founder’s path
The healthcare industry is a key target for cyberattacks globally due to the value of patient records, reliance on outdated systems, and human vulnerabilities
Leveraging voice assistants that are tailored explicitly for the OT empowers regional clinicians to overcome both technical and workflow-specific hurdles
From finance and sustainability to energy, technology and education, Emirati women are no longer just participating, but leading, turning ambition into action and influence into impact
We are witnessing a powerful shift as Emirati women are demonstrating exceptional leadership and expertise in roles that once seemed unimaginable, says Al Musharrekh
Marking this year’s Emirati Women’s Day theme, ‘Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years’, startAD at NYU Abu Dhabi spotlights the women driving the UAE’s innovation journey
Emirati women’s leadership is critical to achieving strategic objectives and a reflection of the UAE’s vision for a sustainable future for generations to come
We are no longer just part of the conversation, we are helping set the direction, says MBZUAI’s Almeraikhi
This Emirati Women’s Day is not just a celebration of what has been achieved but a reminder of what’s still at stake, says the CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute (TII)
The private sector must be a joint driver, particularly in shaping curriculum pipelines, training programmes, and policies that match real-world demand, says Hunter
Prime rental values in Dubai rose 2.9 per cent in the past six months and 13.3 per cent in the year to June, reflecting moderating yet resilient growth after a strong run
Agentic AI can power businesses by embedding AI agents into core functions like procurement, productivity, and process automation, says Koshy
The Middle East is uniquely positioned to become a global AI DC powerhouse, combining strategic geography, low costs, policy momentum, and geopolitical alignment
The VP – METAP Region at Zoom says intelligent systems can initiate helpful communication through the customer’s preferred channel at the optimal time
In terms of investment, the kingdom has set a target to attract $20bn in AI investments by 2030, BCG stated
Alongside physical infrastructure, digital transformation is another defining force in the real estate landscape, says Khansaheb
Saudi Arabia’s mining sector is backed by SAR246bn in committed investments and untapped resources valued at around $2.5tn, according to government data
What’s harder to engineer is the cultural shift: getting aviation leaders to see AI not as a patch or pilot, but as core infrastructure
Dubai, which serves as a destination or transit hub for more than 90 million travellers from over 270 cities around the world, is well placed to capture a big share of the growth in leisure travel from these mid-tier cities