Around 1,158 announced petrochemicals plants are slated to come online in the next nine years, primarily in Asia and the Middle East.
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SAP-backed initiative trains over 16,000 EMEA youth to code
SAP’s coding initiative has reportedly trained more than 16,000 youth across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.1 3117
New Indian e-commerce regulation to impact Amazon
E-commerce firms such as Amazon.com and Walmart-owned Flipkart Group can no longer sell products from companies in which they have …
UAE payments card operator to support Google Pay
Network International, a payment solutions provider in the Middle East and Africa, has announced that its merchant partner outlets will accept Google Pay.
UAE leads MENA in online commerce innovations
The UAE is the fourth most prepared developing economy for online commerce, according to a new index from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
New online initiative to enable UAE finance professionals
The Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS) has launched a new online research portal that will enable access to the latest industry and economic reports and whitepapers, scholarly articles and surveys.
Dubai DED inks deal to accelerate transition to cashless society
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai and Visa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help grow the UAE’s consumer eCommerce sector by encouraging more merchants to take their businesses online, and educating consumers on the benefits of digital payments and shopping and paying online.
Dubai-based property website raises $120 million in investments
Private equity firm General Atlantic has led a $120 million investment and acquired a minority stake in Middle East real estate classifieds website Property Finder, Reuters reported.
Saudi-based e-commerce site iPhady announces White Friday deals
iPhady, a Saudi Arabia-based e-commerce site and subsidiary of Al Falak Electronic Equipment & Supplies Co, has announced the fifth edition of its promotion, the “White Friday” Sale, which is running from 20th November to 27th November.
What you need to know about noon’s Yellow Friday sale
noon’s Yellow Friday is now live with a selection of phenomenal deals across all categories from fashion and beauty to home, toys, electronics and more until 24 November.
Expo 2020 Dubai unlocks new opportunities with online platform
Companies from around the world can unlock business opportunities, forge international partnerships and drive growth by registering on Expo 2020 Dubai’s new global Online Marketplace (OMP).