Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 3:30 pm

Deloitte: Boardrooms aware of cyber risks, not equipped with experts


Boardrooms’ awareness of cyber risks has been recently growing in Europe, Middle East and Africa, with cyber security ranking far up on the agendas of non-executive directors in the region, according to Deloitte’s recent report entitled “EMEA 360 Boardroom Survey: Agenda...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 3:21 pm

Abdullah Ashy Appointed Chairman of Ewaan Global Housing

During their latest meeting, the Ewaan Global Housing Board of Directors agreed to nominate Mr. Abdullah Bin Muhammad Ahmed Ashy as the company’s Chairman as of July 2016, as a successor to Engineer Anees Moemena who has been Chairman since 2013.   Ashy’s nomination comes...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:47 pm

Viacom Expands Direct-to-Consumer Offering with International Launch of BET Play

Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) today announced the launch of BET Play, Viacom’s first-ever direct-to-consumer, subscription video on demand (SVOD) application for the adult audience, giving fans in 100 countries direct mobile access to BET’s signature award shows, current...

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Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:44 pm

Cayan Group Hosts Ramdan Iftar

Cayan Group, the leading property developer in the Middle East, hosted a Ramadan Iftar at the Four Seasons Hotel, Jumeirah on 21 June 2016. The event was attended by all Cayan employees in the UAE, management, and the board of directors. Amongst those invited were media personnel representing...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:36 pm

GCC Food & Beverage Companies Embrace Commitment to Phase-Out Trans Fat

General Mills, Kellogg Company of Great Britain Limited (Dubai Branch), Mars, Mondelēz International, Nestlé Middle East, PepsiCo, The Coca-Cola Company and Unilever – GCC-based member companies of the International Food & Beverage Alliance (IFBA) - embrace the commitment to a...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:26 pm

SEDCO Holding Group Showcases 40 Years of Success at the Annual Multaqa 2016

SEDCO Holding Group showcased the success of its 40-year journey during its annual “Multaqa SEDCO Ramadan 2016”, which was held at Leylaty Ballroom in Jeddah. The event was attended by the Group’s upper management, notably Sheikh Saleh Salem Bin Mahfouz, Chairman of the Board and...

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Cars & Autos | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:17 pm

Ferrari GTC4Lusso debuts in Saudi Arabia: Unique mix of benchmark sports car performance, all-weather versatility and sublime elegance

During one of the charming evenings of the holy month of Ramadan, Fast Auto Technic Co., the official importer of Ferrari luxury sport automobiles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia revealed the new Ferrari GTC4Lusso at a prestigious launch ceremony, attended by the wealthy Saudi business community,...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 2:02 pm

Bupa Arabia and Careem partner to place smiles on needy faces

In line with the spirit of the Holy month of Ramadan, Bupa Arabia organized in partnership with Careem, the leading cab booking service, a campaign to encourage, gather and donate un-used items from their employees and community to donate to those who are in need from individuals and charities...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 10:24 am

King Salman to launch development projects worth SR5 billion in Madinah Thursday

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman is scheduled to launch development projects worth SR5.102 billion in Madinah Thursday, during his second official visit to Madinah since his ascension to the throne. These include projects in the health, education, cultural and services (electricity...

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Business & Money | Thursday 23 June, 2016 6:06 am

Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Facebook

Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the headquarters of Facebook on Wednesday and met with the company’s Chairman & Co-Founder Mark Zuckerberg. The deputy crown prince, who is on a multiple day visit to the US, has met with major tech figures in Silicone Valley and has signed...

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