Author: Gulf Business Magazine

The Gulf Business Magazine delivers the latest business news and insights from across the Arabian Gulf region, with a special focus on the GCC countries — including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman.

IHC – International Holding Company: Abu Dhabi’s Global Powerhouse of Diversification, Scale, and Strategy Discover how Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Company (IHC) became a $240 billion global conglomerate leading investments in energy, tech, and finance. Introduction: The Conglomerate That Rewrote Abu Dhabi’s Corporate Playbook Few companies embody the UAE’s new era of economic ambition like International Holding Company PJSC (IHC). Headquartered in Abu Dhabi and chaired by H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, IHC has evolved from a modest holding firm into a multi-sector global conglomerate spanning more than 1,300 subsidiaries and 87 joint ventures. Under the leadership of…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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AI for Business Full Course in 2025 | How AI Could Empower Businesses in the Arab World A New Era of Intelligent Business in the Arab World The year 2025 marks a turning point for businesses in the Arab world. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic buzzword confined to Silicon Valley or academic laboratories — it has become a core driver of economic transformation across the Middle East. From Dubai’s smart government initiatives and Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy to Egypt’s digital economy roadmap, the region is rapidly positioning itself as a global hub for AI-powered innovation. This…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement. Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line. To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust. Best Chromebook: Google…

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Doing Business in the UAE – A Complete 2025 Guide for Entrepreneurs and Investors Doing Business in the UAE is easier than ever in 2025. Discover how to start a company, navigate UAE laws, explore free zones, manage taxes, and unlock lucrative opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. Introduction to Doing Business in the UAE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has rapidly transformed into a global powerhouse for commerce, innovation, and entrepreneurship. From its glittering skyscrapers in Dubai to the expanding industrial zones of Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, the UAE offers a dynamic and forward-thinking environment for both…

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🏗️ Entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia | Building a Startup in Saudi Arabia Discover how entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia is thriving under Vision 2030. Learn the key steps, challenges, and opportunities to build a successful startup in Saudi Arabia with government support, funding access, and innovation-driven growth. Understanding the Landscape of Entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia Entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. Once heavily reliant on oil, the Kingdom has diversified its economy through innovation, technology, and private enterprise. The government’s Vision 2030 initiative has created an ecosystem that encourages creativity, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Evolution…

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