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AI’s reality check: Why CFOs, CIOs and regulators will rewrite the rules in 2026

AI vs jobs in 2026: Why CFOs, CIOs and regulators will rewrite the rules in 2026

As investors and operators reassess their bets, technology providers will be forced to seek new architectural and financial models

From Dubai to Riyadh: Could AI be your next workplace colleague?

From Dubai to Riyadh: Could AI be your next workplace colleague?

The Middle East, particularly the UAE and Saudi, is distinguishing itself as one of the fastest testing grounds for AI-enabled talent ecosystems

Wrong hires: The GCC’s next enterprise risk

Wrong hires: The GCC’s next enterprise risk

The cost of a wrong hire varies by role and by organisation, but as you might expect, typically the more senior — and more highly paid —the role is, the greater the expense

Emirati employment: Ru’ya 2025 powers up the UAE’s future workforce

Emirati employment: Ru’ya 2025 powers up the UAE’s future workforce

The Get Hired! initiative played a pivotal role in accelerating interview processes and driving instant placements

Sharjah’s investment boom: 361% FDI surge fuels jobs, projects

The emirate’s success has been underpinned by proactive governance, enabling legislation, and infrastructure that supports enterprise development

Big news for Saudi startups, shoppers: Fee refunds, National Day deals announced

Big news for Saudi startups, shoppers: Fee refunds, National Day deals announced

The phased approach aims to provide ongoing financial stability and enable startups to focus on scaling their operations

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DP World invests $2.5bn in logistics, creating 5,000 jobs in 2025

DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali free zone in Dubai already directly employs 160,000 people

UAE salaries 2025: Big gains for technology, finance sectors

UAE salaries 2025: Big gains for technology, finance sectors

Facing pressure to retain talent without overextending compensation budgets, UAE companies are expanding their focus beyond traditional pay

UAE is letting AI do the hiring: What skills do you need to land a job?

UAE is using AI to hire: What skills do you need to land a job?

Large employers in the UAE also rely on AI-integrated tools like Oracle HCM, which connects seamlessly with both Bayt and LinkedIn

Saudisation plan for private sector accountants: New rules set to transform jobs

Saudi revises unemployment target: Key drivers behind the shift

In 2024, private sector employment for Saudi nationals grew by an average of 12 per cent, with momentum continuing into 2025

UAE hiring boom: 56% of companies planning to expand workforce

UAE’s job boom: 56% of companies planning to hire

Energy and utilities continues to perform strongly, posting an over 62 per cent hiring outlook, 43 points above the global sector average

Emirates Group is hiring 17,300 professionals: Benefits, procedure explained

This UAE company is hiring 17,300 professionals – see all details

Hundreds of recruits are needed in key areas such as cabin crew, pilots, engineers, commercial and sales teams

Inclusivity in the workplace: A strategic imperative for the UAE

Inclusivity in the workplace: A strategic imperative for the UAE

Employers must embed inclusivity into their values and operational systems. And society must embrace diversity as a strength, not a challenge.

The big question answered: Will AI take my job?

AI will not replace 50 per cent of jobs, but it will replace 50 per cent of the tasks within many jobs

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First phase of Saudisation for these private healthcare jobs begins

The initial implementation covers all establishments, regardless of size, located in the major cities of Riyadh, Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, Dammam, and Al-Khobar

Riyadh Air cleared for take-off by Saudi aviation authority

Riyadh Air plans to operate flights to over 100 international destinations by 2030

Insights on elevating talent acquisition from ARC Talent's CEO Abdul-Rahman Risilia

Insights on elevating talent acquisition from ARC Talent’s CEO

Emiratisation offers the opportunity to tap into a pool of motivated local talent and contribute to national development goals, says ARC Talent’s Abdul-Rahman Risilia

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The economy of language: Saudi Arabia’s young workers pivot to English

Recent survey results show a direct link between English language skills and higher salaries in the kingdom

Want career growth in Saudi, UAE? LinkedIn says look to these 29 companies

Every year, LinkedIn publishes its ‘Top Companies’ lists for the UAE and Saudi Arabia using data on its platform that ranks organisations on seven pillars

UAE is letting AI do the hiring: What skills do you need to land a job?

Opinion: AI at the workplace – what does it mean for us?

Does the advent of AI herald the end of traditional jobs or the birth of new opportunities?

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UAE job seekers looking at these key industries, reveals new survey

The survey revealed that the UAE’s job market is seeing a growing demand for digital skills, with IT being considered the leading industry for potential growth

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Trends shaping the 2024 jobs landscape in UAE, Saudi Arabia

Better salaries and a better work-life balance, are the top reasons for seeking a job change, as 62 per cent employees consider a job move this year

Emirati employment: Ru’ya 2025 powers up the UAE’s future workforce

Survey shows 25% of employees in UAE, Saudi Arabia changed jobs last year

More than a third of the employees surveyed in the UAE and the kingdom expressed dissatisfaction with their current employee benefits packages

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Alibaba’s e-commerce arm to hire 2,000 graduates

Taotian Group is recruiting the graduates for a range of roles including design, product and data

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Amazon’s robot workers to help run Australia’s largest warehouse

The 209,000 square metre four-level fulfillment centre is due to be complete in 2025

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Dubai: Emirates cabin crew numbers cross 20,000

The airline represents a diverse team of over 140 nationalities with 130 languages spoken

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Deadline for companies to meet Emiratisation targets on July 7

The deadline was extended from June 30 to July 7 to give companies more time to reach their targets

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On a job hunt? These tips will help…

Searching for a job can be a challenging process, but understanding a few key factors might shed some light on why you have not found the perfect opportunity yet

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CAFU starts recruitment drive to hire tech talent

The company has over 100 positions, spanning a wide spectrum of expertise, from engineers and product designers to software developers

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ADNOC, Nafis to create 5,000 new private sector jobs

ADNOC Group has partnered with Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council to empower UAE talents to take leading roles in sustainable development of the industrial sector