AI Set to Transform Global Trade, Says World Trade Organisation
Artificial intelligence could boost the value of trade in goods and services by nearly 40% by 2040, but without adequate policies it could also exacerbate…
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Peregrine Hydrogen and OCP Group Forge Major Partnership in Morocco
There’s something special about the wind-whipped plains near Khouribga—far from being just another mining hub, Morocco’s phosphate basin is morphing into a green energy epicenter. It all…
Al-Jadaan Saudi Arabia’s Financial Market Fastest-Growing Worldwide
Saudi Arabia’s financial market has surged past $2.4 trillion, making it the fastest-growing globally, as the Kingdom doubles down on fintech, digital payments and artificial…
Tencent Deepens Digital Footprint in Saudi Arabia to Support Smart Transformation
As China races to expand its global digital presence, technology giant Tencent is stepping up its investments in Saudi Arabia with major cloud projects that…
UAE wealth funds bet big on fintech amid global tech shifts
The quiet capital that once operated behind the scenes is no longer just writing the big checks; they are rewriting the rules. Leading state-owned sovereign…
Saudi Aramco launches dollar sukuk with $200k min as debt push widens
Saudi Aramco has launched a new international sukuk offering, with a minimum subscription of $200,000, as the state oil giant seeks to re-tap global debt…
UAE’s bid to lead Mideast’s AI data-center hub
Once fueled by oil, the UAE is now betting on bits and bytes. The Gulf state is rapidly building hyperscale data centers, positioning itself as…
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MENA startups heat up with fresh capital across fintech, AI, gaming
Startups across the Middle East and North Africa are raising fresh funding to scale operations, enter new markets, and develop innovative products, signaling strong investor…
Ursula von der Leyen EU Chief to Defend Trump Trade Deal
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will seek to defend her trade deal with Donald Trump in an address to the bloc’s lawmakers Wednesday —…
Cuts to US Oil Jobs and Spending Threaten Output Growth
The US oil industry has laid off thousands of workers and cut billions in spending due to lower oil prices and the biggest consolidation in…