ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates’ tourism sector saw significant growth in 2024, aligning with the goals of the “UAE Tourism Strategy 2031.” The country ranked first regionally and 18th globally in the World Economic Forum’s 2024 Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI). The UAE leads the world in travel and tourism data provision and […]
DUBAI: At the recent 2024 Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils (AMGFC24) in Dubai, Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson from Stanford University highlighted how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping our future. He described AI as the most influential technology since the Watt steam engine, which kickstarted the Industrial Revolution. Dr. Brynjolfsson believes that while AI will […]
WEF Special Meeting, Riyadh provides global platform for leading public and private players to launch initiatives, make major announcements in healthcare, technology, space and sustainability sectors. Riyadh: Riyadh hosted more than 1,000 global leaders for the two-day World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting in Riyadh, where leading political, economics, energy and technology figures called for […]
Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, highlighted the rapid growth of the global generative artificial intelligence (AI) market, emphasizing AI as the driving force for the future. Speaking at the 54th World Economic Forum during a session on “Generative AI: Steam Engine of […]
Dubai: In an announcement that reflects the UAE’s growing global status, the World Economic Forum (WEF) named His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, in its Young Global Leaders Class of 2023. WEF’s new Young Global Leaders […]
Dubai: The World Economic Forum (WEF) announced that it has selected the UAE Gender Balance Council as a knowledge partner to advance gender balance globally. The announcement recognises the UAE’s influential role in promoting gender balance in the Arab world. The recognition reflects the UAE Gender Balance Council’s significant achievements, guided by the UAE leadership’s vision […]
Davos: The UAE Delegation participated in the first day of the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland. The 2023 delegation included a number of officials and ministers of the Federal Government and local governments, in addition to businessmen and economic figures from the private sector. During the first day of the Forum, H.E Ahmed […]
Dubai: With digitalization sweeping through the banking industry, training professionals to face digital transformation and investing in human capital is becoming a priority to make the most of the evolving economic opportunity and a key driver of economic success. The ongoing technological advancement is driving rapid change in the skills requirements for the financial services […]
There’s no dearth of NRIs who might have moved to other countries for greener pastures but still want to be a part of India’s growth story. They even look for viable options here in order to save up for their golden years. Even at the World Economic Forum’s Davos 2022, it was reiterated that the […]
DUBAI: Strategically located between Europe, Asia, and Africa, and just an eight-hour flight away from half of the world’s population, the UAE’s position at a global crossroads has enabled it to become a genuine economic hub – a fulcrum for trade, exchange, innovation, and value creation. ‘Projects of the 50’, the landmark series of economic, […]
GENEVA: The World Economic Forum has published a new study on how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to accelerate a more equitable energy transition and build trust for the technology throughout the industry. As the impacts of climate change become more visible worldwide, governments and industries face the urgent challenge of transitioning to a […]
