Business

Al Rafd Fund launches four new funding programmes and website

The Al Rafd Fund announced the launch of four new funding programmes last week.

Google Acquires Timely App Maker Bitspin

In an odd bit of M&A news, the developers at Bitspin announced that the small company will be joining forces with Google.

Qatar’s Economic Growth is Expected to Continue Accelerating

Qatar’s economic growth accelerated at a buoyant 6.2% pace in Q3 2013 compared with Q3 2012, according to figures released by the Ministry of Development Planning and Statistics.

Malware, spam and phishing remain the threats most commonly encountered in GCC

Attacks that employ a variety of malicious programs, phishing attacks, and spam remain the cyber threats most frequently encountered by companies.

New Business Guide for Jordanian Enterpreneurs Launched

A new business guide has been launched by Jordanian ICT group, Intaj, shining light on all available investment support programmes, national employment programmes, key corporate services and growth ac...

Beirut Startup Produces Wearable Technology

Wearable technology is all the rage at the moment after the popular launch of wristbands to monitor exercise, smart watches and, of course, the unveiling of Google Glass.

Gold’s Gym opens doors to UAE residents

Residents of Dubai and Sharjah, especially health and fitness enthusiasts can now heave a sigh of relief, as the talk of the town Gold’s Gym (GG) UAE opened its fitness center in Al Nahda 1.

Smartworld Reveals New BizPark Offerings

Smartworld, a leading master systems integrator and next generation ICT service provider in the Middle East,

Business Snaps Up Top Talent from London Business School

Ninety-six percent of this year’s MBA graduates from London Business School were offered employment within three months, according to the latest employment figures from the School.