Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has made a significant move in its international Islamic finance journey by listing a $500 million perpetual Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai.
ABU DHABI — Deutsche Bank has obtained a new license within Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), a strategic move that emphasises ADGM’s fast development as a key financial hub, challenging the dominance of Dubai’s DIFC.
AJMAN, UAE — The Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel was buzzing with energy as the Alleem Group opened an inspiring event that mixed community kindness, environmental care, and sports diplomacy through the Rashid Alleem Premier League (RPL).
Doha, Qatar — This week in Doha, Qatar, the 5th Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg, is kicking off under the auspices of His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
Dubai, UAE — Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), established in 1844, a well-known name in education services, has changed its brand identity with a fresh new look for its brand. This move puts a much needed focus on bringing the latest technology into lifelong learning, especially through tools that use AI and data to make education more […]
The Dubai Airport Show 2025 kicked off this week and is shaping up to be a major event in aviation, with projections suggesting a $1 trillion boost in the industry’s future. Held at Dubai’s World Trade Centre, this is the 24th edition of the show, and it brought together thousands of leaders from around the […]
Doha, Qatar — Based on Qatar’s Islamic Finance Report 2025, the Islamic finance scene in Qatar kept on expanding in 2024, with assets hitting QAR 694 billion—a solid 6.4% increase annually since 2020. Thanks to new regulations and a push towards digital solutions, the sector’s growth is becoming more important in the region’s financial system. […]
LONDON — As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms accounting, banking, and financial services, business leaders are urging international common standards to prevent bias, privacy breaches, and out-of-control automation. Aaron Harris, Sage’s chief technology officer, warns that the “move fast and break things” culture of tech development can come back to bite in finance, where flawed […]
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — In a grand ceremony at the Juffali Co. headquarters, global technology leader Bosch and Saudi commercial leader Juffali celebrated 6 decades of collaboration, cementing their partnership as one of the cornerstones of the Kingdom’s economic renaissance. During the ceremony, the two companies’ senior managers emphasised how their collaboration has evolved from […]
OSAKA, Tuesday, UAE Vice President and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum visited the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, doubling down on the Emirates’ push for global collaboration in tech, sustainability, and healthcare. The trip highlights the UAE’s post-Expo 2020 Dubai plan to solidify its position as a cross-border innovation hub. Inspired […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Petromin Express, recognised for its services, was awarded the “Customer Service Excellence in Automotive Solutions” at the 6th Annual Business Tabloid Awards in recognition of the company’s continuous efforts in revolutionising automotive care through hyper-personalised services, innovative technology, and sustainability. Petromin Express set the pace in the industry by embracing the […]
MESA, Arizona — XNRGY Climate Systems, North America’s solution provider in green HVAC solutions, officially opened its brand-new, State-of-the-art HVAC facility in Mesa, Arizona. The factory is about 275,000 square feet and is part of an overall $300 million venture consisting of a 1,000,000-square-foot factory and innovation centre in the United States. Production will begin at […]
Rabee Securities, Iraq’s leading financial services firm, reported a 1.6% growth in the Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange Index (RSISX Index) for March 2025.
Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 4, 2025. It announced significant updates and enhancements in its AI products, Azure AI Foundry and Copilot. Microsoft’s focus on designing AI and reshaping its combination of automation, personalisation, and enterprise AI solutions are reflected in the new products. Microsoft’s Copilot and Azure AI Foundry can retain relevant […]
