AI: From buzzword to business advantage

AI: Going from buzzword to business advantage

Here are key tips from AI early adopters to help IT teams focus on the benefits rather than the hype

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‘The Freak is ahead of its time’, says Ulysse Nardin MD Matthieu Haverlan

Matthieu Haverlan, the new managing director of Ulysse Nardin, shares how the brand is redefining contemporary watchmaking with its unusual timepieces

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‘AI can serve the greater good’, says Amazon CTO Dr Werner Vogels

Dr Vogels shares his optimism on how AI can be empowered to uplift economies, businesses and communities

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Digital, personalised services are impacting regional banking

AI can support more seamless experiences with BaaS and embedded finance, such as faster and more accurate credit decisions and fraud detection

Mercedes-Benz CTO Markus Schäfer shares the future of electric mobility

Mercedes-Benz CTO Markus Schäfer shares the future of electric mobility

The automaker’s CTO shares the company’s mandate on pioneering innovation and sustainable transportation

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Crypto crime value dropped significantly in 2023, shows Chainalysis report

Nicola Buonanno, VP Southern EMEA, Chainalysis shares key developments in the threat landscape based on the findings of the company’s 2024 Crypto Crime Report

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Negotiation: What every entrepreneur should know to ace it

Niro Sivanathan, professor of organisational behaviour at London Business School, explains the dilution effect and shares tips to master negotiations

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Fortinet’s focus on cybersecurity and sustainability 

Fortinet’s Alain Sanchez discusses cybersecurity trends, GCC initiatives, and sustainability efforts in an exclusive interview with Gulf Business

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Ramadan reflections: Crafting a sustainable future by reducing food wastage

Hospitality, especially during Ramadan, needs to reflect a conscious move away from overindulgence to crafting a sustainable future through reducing food wastage

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Plan to take your UAE-based business global? These tax strategies will help

When it comes to expanding globally from a UAE base, the complexity of tax regulations across different jurisdictions can pose significant hurdles

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Legal to leader: How has a general counsel’s role evolved in the digital age

Today’s business realities in the Middle East need a general counsel that helps craft strategy, devises tactics to overcome challenges, and activates resources to protect their firm

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How water innovation can spur a new era of collaboration

Water has held a dual role as both a source of life and a root of conflict throughout history. Its critical role in our existence cannot be overstated, yet we live in a world of scarcity

UK’s abolition of non-dom tax status: How Dubai stands to benefit

By April 2025, a revamped tax regime will take effect, stipulating that all foreign income and gains will become taxable after just four years of UK residence

How the digital world has put ‘teenpreneurs’ on the map

Driven by their creativity and diverse perspectives, teenage entrepreneurs often find unconventional solutions to problems while challenging traditional norms

Lan Guan Chief AI Officer of Accenture on navigating the AI path responsibly

Accenture’s Lan Guan on navigating the AI path, responsibly and productively

Accenture’s chief artificial intelligence officer shares why it is essential to educate businesses and citizens to embark on their AI journey at their own pace, leveraging data for evidence-based decision-making

Women returning to work could contribute $385bn to MENA region, shows study

Nearly half of working women in the MENA region have taken a career break, with over 68 per cent taking them at experienced levels and above, revealed the PwC study

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Celebrating the rise and rise of women arbitrators in Saudi Arabia: An IWD 2024 special

This International Women’s Day, a look at the changing landscape for women in the field of arbitration

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Insights: What you should consider when planning your retirement

We explore how private markets can boost your retirement portfolio

Coursera's Jeff Maggioncalda on the future of learning and work

Want to enhance your career prospects? Coursera’s CEO shares key tips

Coursera CEO Jeff Maggioncalda shares how the global online learning platform is enabling adaptive and personalised learning experiences for students and professionals

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Backstory to lululemon’s athleisure success in the Middle East

Athleisure brand lululemon has experienced impressive double-digit growth in the Middle East and its robust performance in the region is attributed to its successful partnership with Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, shares Fahed Ghanim

Lu'ay Khdeir of Atkinsrealis on the role water plays in meeting sustainability targets in the GCC

Water plan: Meeting sustainability targets in the GCC

Policymakers and planners need to look to squaring the circle of boosting supply while reducing emissions in line with ambitious regional sustainability targets

Spotify MD MEA Akshat Harbola

Spotify’s Akshat Harbola is keen to support local talent, read to know more

The managing director for the MENA region and South Asia shares the key trends impacting the streaming platform, inclusive initiatives that are bringing fresh talent to the fore and his strategy to get everyone on Spotify

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What does the ‘all-electric lifestyle’ mean for businesses?

As conversation heats up over the energy transition, Qasem Noureddin, commercial director, Eaton Middle East, examines why circular economy thinking will be increasingly influential in the electrical industry

Moussalam Dalati, General Manager, Liferay MEA on how DXPs are enhancing digital experiences in business

Eight trends shaping the future of digital experiences in business

Personalised, multi-channel experiences, digital transformation projects, and the growing importance of data analytics and security are driving the digital experiences space

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Five ways ‘digital’ consumers are reshaping retail in 2024

Against a backdrop of mounting macroeconomic uncertainty and increasing digitalisation, consumers are seeking out online platforms dedicated to securing the best deals

7 reasons why investors can't resist Dubai's real estate sector by Espace's John Lyons

Seven reasons why investors can’t resist Dubai’s real estate sector

High rental yields, demand for luxury homes and return on investments, here’s why investing in Dubai’s property market is appealing, explains Espace Real Estate’s MD

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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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The secret to succeeding in the UAE’s competitive real estate landscape

The UAE’s real estate sector presents multiple avenues for success, but before entering the market investors must weigh various aspects based on past and present growth patterns as well as future prospects

Abdullah Alajaji, founder and MD of Driven Properties.

Driven Properties’ Abdullah Alajaji on building resilience in real estate

Abdullah Alajaji, founder and MD of Driven Properties, explains the importance of establishing readiness for both good and bad times in the real estate sector

Interview: Addleshaw Goddard's Alexander Sarac shares key trends in carbon trading

Addleshaw Goddard’s Alexander Sarac shares key trends in carbon trading

Large-scale carbon capture and storage investments will likely only be made if the regulatory pressure rises and/or if the carbon price in the market is high enough to capture this extra cost