Golden Gate Ventures launches $100m MENA fund in Qatar
Golden Gate Ventures, a Singapore-headquartered venture capital firm, has announced the first close of its US$100 million Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Fund 1,…
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How AI is reshaping food security in MENA
The MENA region faces persistent food security challenges due to arid conditions, high import reliance, and inefficient agricultural practices. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a…
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Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet − and on millions of young customers
Fast fashion is everywhere – in just about every mall, in the feeds of influencers on social media promoting overconsumption, and in ads constantly popping up…
China’s influence grows at COP29 climate talks as US leadership fades
The 2024 U.N. climate talks ended in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Nov. 24 after two weeks of arguments, agreements and side deals involving 106 heads of states and…
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Colonialism’s legacy has left Caribbean nations much more vulnerable to hurricanes
Long before colonialism brought slavery to the Caribbean, the native islanders saw hurricanes and storms as part of the normal cycle of life. The Taino of the Greater…
Nvidia stock slips after earnings, forecasts top estimates amid ‘incredible’ demand for its next-gen chip
AI juggernaut Nvidia (NVDA) reported second quarter earnings after the bell on Wednesday that beat expectations on the top and bottom line, while its forecast…
Middle East Biggest Aluminium Maker Targets More Acquisitions
Anthony Di Paola The biggest aluminium producer in the Middle East wants more acquisitions to boost growth after making its first two deals this year,…
Maldives’ first super yacht marina, the newest playground of the super rich
You’d be forgiven for assuming the Maldives, a country that is 99 per cent water and a playground for the uber wealthy, comfortably caters for…
Singapore Adds Public Housing Curbs to Boost Affordability
Singapore introduced new curbs on public housing as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong seeks to tame price gains that threaten to become a political flashpoint in…
Oil Extends Drop as Middle East Push, China Demand Worries Weigh
Oil extended the biggest drop in two weeks as the US said Israel accepted a cease-fire proposal in Gaza, potentially easing supply risks amid mounting…