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Striking time

Patek Philippe recently unveiled its new Ref 6301P Grande Sonnerie wristwatch, which is as much a testament to the technical superiority of the brand as it is a revealing statement of intent for its future path

MICRO FOCUS, MACRO IMPACT

Digital transformation has now become ubiquitous – not just for IT teams, but for executives across all organisations. How can companies do it right and ensure they embark on a successful digital journey? Anas Jwaied, vice president and general manager for Emerging Markets at Micro Focus, has some answers

Five strategies to grow your online business

From creating a mobile friendly platform to leveraging the power of social media, an online business can use several means to boost its presence

Five macro trends set to shape the next decade

From the end of the neoliberal era to policy intervention, Yves Bonzon, group chief investment officer of Swiss wealth manager Julius Baer reveals the macro economic trends expected to mark the biggest future shifts in the economy

Explainer: Covid-19 treatment options in the GCC

Pharma firm Gilead Sciences is in the process of receiving authorisations for its drug remdesivir across all the Gulf states

Charging ahead on the e-lane

From the new Taycan launch to Porsche’s massive electrification programme, Dr Manfred Bräunl, CEO of Porsche Middle East and Africa, discusses the way ahead for the brand

Breaking new ground

Israeli tech companies make debut at Gitex Technology Week 2020

Playing for keeps: The esports element

While much of the talk is around money spent by publishers in supporting tournaments, there’s a lucrative adjacent industry fuelled by investors, sponsors and fans.

Top digital marketing trends for 2021

A look at the priorities that will potentially drive global marketing strategies post Covid

Vision 2020

Danish family-owned Lindberg, led by Henrik Lindberg, is often referred to as the “Apple of the eyewear business”. Here’s why

SHIFTING AGENDAS

Here’s what the business landscape is likely to look like under US President-elect Joe Biden, industry by industry

Ticking green

Brands are no longer separating the idea of sustainability and environmental consciousness from fine watchmaking

Scoring the right goals

A multi-billion-dollar industry and an enthusiastic audience. The script for gaming in the GCC writes itself.

REFORMING TO TAP TALENT

Rules around foreign employment in the kingdom are set for an overhaul

Across the finish line

From accurately measuring returns on investments to considering value-to-cost propositions, major conglomerates from the UAE are successfully navigating the sports sponsorship industry and the mega-money involved in it

A Swiss state of mind

The Swiss tourism industry, rattled by the Covid -19 pandemic, is plotting a hard-fought comeback beginning this winter

A DONE DEAL

As women empowerment takes centre stage in the region, Kuwaiti entrepreneur Noor Bin Eidan reflects on her journey to build her brand and reveals how women can be better integrated into the regional economic ecosystem

Dubai: Starting Up Again

In an exclusive interview, the president and CEO of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry outlines the emirate’s recovery from the Covid crisis and the growing focus on startups

How Cloud Platforms Are Helping To Fight The Covid-19 Pandemic

New technologies are reshaping the way we live and work, writes Li Shi, regional president of Huawei Cloud and AI Business Group.

The second wave

Seasoned entrepreneur Donna Benton recently exited The Entertainer business, and launched a swimwear company – Caha Capo – which has the potential to scale just as much. The bigger ambition remains not just an inward-focused business expansion, but one that can simultaneously lift the entire SME ecosystem across the region

Taking flight

Bremont unveils the all-new ion Bird timepiece to mark a record-breaking attempt for an electric plane currently being developed by Rolls-Royce

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SME BANKING

Small and medium enterprises have come a long way in terms of financial inclusion and economic growth, driven by access to capital, bespoke products and digital enablement

SME REVIVAL: SUPPORTING THE ECOSYSTEM

Motivate Media Group, along with an expert panel, has selected these 20 SMEs as the beneficiaries of the $1m initiative

The art of managing wealth

Rental returns in the UAE have been promising, eclipsing those of property hotspots worldwide

Plugging into the future

One of the biggest revelations for the luxury auto industry this year is that going electric is no longer an option – and it must be done now.

FORGING NEW TIES

In an exclusive interview, co-founders of the UAE-Israel Business Council Fleur Hassan Nahoum and Dorian Barak outline how the peace deal will alter the bilateral economic landscape

Hands-on review: The vivo X50 Pro

The vivo X50 Pro gets it right on camera and design

Breaking Down Barriers For Mobile Esports To Thrive

The mobile platform offers the GCC a chance to catch up with more established regions of Asia, Europe and North America in esports development

Invest In The Founder, Not The Company

In an exclusive interview, regional venture capitalist Noor Sweid outlines how the startup ecosystem has coped with the pandemic and reveals her plans for the future

Is Your CEO Succession Plan Prepared For A Pandemic?

The Covid crisis has revealed the importance of having a well-thought out succession plan for executives