Why Chinese investors should set their sights on Dubai

As Chinese investors continue to look for lucrative real estate opportunities worldwide, Dubai could capture a larger slice of the pie

Is online grocery shopping the new normal?

The transition from ordering cooked meals to fresh produce online may be a slow one in the region, but is that trend set to change soon?

Revealed: Top Middle East business trends on Instagram in 2020

From gaming to fashion, these sectors are expected to see an increased presence on the social platform this year

Responsible AI

Ethical AI ― How to avoid a digital dystopia

While Artificial Intelligence remains an integral part of the future’s blueprint, it is imperative to avoid pitfalls to help develop a smart society

The rise of the GCC’s hospitality sector

Executives at the Radisson Hotel Group explain why they remain bullish about growth prospects of the hospitality industry in the GCC region

What’s next for Oman’s economy?

As Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said takes charge in Oman, Georgia Tolley describes the challenges the GCC state faces and potential ways ahead

What’s in store for the Middle East’s power sector?

As we enter 2020, it is crucial to note the transformation that the Middle East’s power sector has seen in the last decade

Will online food ordering sidetrack retail e-commerce?

Due to convenience, online food ordering and delivery comes as a natural, organic step to retail e-commerce

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Revolutionising recruitment

Should algorithms judge human proficiency?

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UAE-based billionaire businessman Ghassan Aboud on tips for leading from the front

With dynamic market conditions, new business opportunities, and the upcoming Expo 2020, this is an important year for businesses based in the UAE

Why GCC telecom operators should be looking at gaming

The video gaming sector offers a major opportunity for telecom operators to diversify their business but it demands skill, patience and astute strategy

Four signs to suggest that your business is a success

As a business owner, it can be tricky to see past the stress and the struggle. These four signs should help entrepreneurs assess their growth trajectory

Power Letters 2020: Abdullah Al-Dawood, board member and group CEO of Seera Group

“The kingdom’s tourism strategy is backed by astonishing infrastructure investments to the tune of $1.1trillion over the next 20 years”

Power Letters 2020: Maryam Eid AlMheiri, vice-chair, twofour54

“AI and data analytics are creating new levels of personalisation in media”

How to ‘sell like a rockstar’ in Dubai

Sales is an action sport – you need to get out and do it, says expert trainer Mark Dickinson

UAE’s Vox Cinemas on walking the red carpet for two decades and more

Senior executives from Vox Cinemas outline the company’s blockbuster performance in the last 20 years and why they are bullish despite the rise of streaming services

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Power Letters 2020: Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry

As Dubai opens its door to 25 million visitors taking part in Expo 2020, Dubai Chamber, the official business integration partner, will play a pivotal role in connecting UAE businesses with their global counterparts during the mega event

Exclusive: Oracle’s global cloud leader on why he is betting big on the Middle East

The move to the cloud is no longer a matter for debate. But how secure is the cloud and what comes next?

What is the future of work?

Should we be concerned about AI taking over our jobs?

Are startups ‘gearing’ up to change the UAE’s transportation dynamics?

Several alternatives have emerged to traditional vehicle ownership and leasing options

Airbnb readies $2bn buyback on surge in travel demand

Revealed: Advantages and disadvantages of Airbnb

Should you list your property on the platform?

Private equity is starting 2020 with more cash than ever before

Low interest rates, the rise of index-tracking funds and lacklustre hedge fund performance have pushed investors to private equity in search of higher returns

Flying cars, hyperloops and the other 2020 tech predictions: How have they fared?

From ‘superphones’ to self-driving cars, most forecasts are yet to see light

Why the GCC is courting MICE visitors

The regional meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions industry is booming

Can you own a private jet if you care about climate change?

A private jet emits as much as 20 times more carbon dioxide per passenger mile than a commercial airliner

Biggest milestones for the oil industry in 2019

What distinguished the developments of 2019 was not just how big they were but often how little impact they had

Human Technology Connection

Why there is nothing artificial about Artificial Intelligence

Why humans should work with machines rather than against them

Why now is a great time to be a female entrepreneur in the UAE

The UAE offers greater gender equality than any other country in the region

Revealed: 8 ways travel will change in 2020

“Slow travel,” which lets you get under the skin of a place by simply staying put there for a little longer, is gaining traction

How the millennial generation is turning wealth management on its head in the Middle East

Banks and wealth managers are looking at improving their digital offerings, but they need to move faster