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Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Public trust in financial services sector ‘highest’: Edelman

Tue, 14 May 2024

The global public’s trust in the financial services sector has reached its highest level since 2012, according to the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Supplemental Report: Insights for the Financial Services Sector.

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UAE construction sector riding high on $590bn pipeline: JLL

Tue, 14 May 2024

Despite global challenges such as inflation and geopolitical tensions, the pipeline value of unawarded construction projects in Mena region is set to hit $3.9 trillion with UAE holding a 15% share worth $590 billion, according to industry expert JLL.

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UAE construction sector riding high on $590bn project pipeline

Tue, 14 May 2024

Despite global challenges such as inflation and geopolitical tensions, the total pipeline value of unawarded construction projects in Mena region is set to hit $3.9 trillion with UAE holding a 15% share worth $590 billion, according to an industry expert.

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Unlocking Mideast renewable potential - role of energy storage

Thu, 09 May 2024

Renewable energy sources will likely form a major proportion of energy generation in future as the region races to achieve a net-zero goal. Grid-scale energy storage will be key in facilitating these sources in digitalised smart grids, said an expert.

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ESG sukuk to top $50bn amid new regulatory frameworks

Wed, 08 May 2024

The ESG (environmental, social, and governance) sukuk will cross $50 billion mark globally in the next two years as issuers aim to meet their funding diversification goals and ESG mandates, alongside new regulatory frameworks, according to Fitch Ratings.

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Emirates, flynas ink deal to boost travel via Dubai

Tue, 07 May 2024

Dubai flag-carrier Emirates has signed an expanded two-way interline partnership with leading Saudi airline flynas in a move mainly aimed at opening up connections and more travel choices for flynas customers via Dubai.

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Firms overlook ‘huge blind spots in their AI overconfidence’

Thu, 02 May 2024

Despite firm belief in AI plans, businesses’ fragmented AI strategies and execution that overlook end-to-end lifecycles will not deliver successful outcomes, says a research report assigned by Hewlett Packard Enterprise.

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80% next-gen Philanthropists prefer to give 'on a personal level'

Mon, 29 Apr 2024

About 80% of next-generation philanthropists are moving away from their family foundations and businesses with over 45% employing non-traditional giving methods such as impact investing, microlending, and donor-advised funds, says a study.

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How cross-sector partnerships elevate hospitality experience

Fri, 26 Apr 2024

The hospitality industry thrives on the dynamic flow of mobility. This is where strategic partnerships, particularly between hotels and chauffeur services, become crucial, says the General Manager of a professional car service in Dubai.

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Internet usage in Saudi Arabia hits 99%: report

Thu, 25 Apr 2024

The growth of internet usage in Saudi Arabia reached 99% of the population, with the average mobile data consumption per person reaching 44 GB monthly, data said. Also, mobile phones are the most used devices for browsing, accounting for 98.9%.