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is reportedly planning to invest $2.4 billion to build a data center in , adding to the series of investments by the tech giant in the country this year.
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is reportedly planning to invest $2.4 billion to build a data center in , adding to the series of investments by the tech giant in the country this year.
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's greenhouse gas emissions rose in 2023 amid higher energy consumption in data centers driven by artificial intelligence ( ), posing a challenge to the tech giant's goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2030.
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Indian crypto-exchange CoinDCX acquires Dubai-based BitOasis & ADNOC Drilling wins $733 million contract for three rigs at Zakum Field, on the with Ramia Farrage
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Business conditions in the non-oil private sectors of the , , and showed slower growth in June amid higher input prices.
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Group has reported the strongest financial performance in its 27-year history, achieving a record net profit of $1.7 billion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.
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The Global Peace Index 2024 ranks 163 independent states and territories. Over the last year, 65 countries made improvements in peacefulness, while 97 countries recorded deteriorations, the highest number since the index's inception in 2008.
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Saudi PIF’s profit hits $36.8 billion in 2023 after 2022 loss & Egyptian consortium importing American shale amid gas shortage, on the with Ramia Farrage
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's new ad-free subscription model for and sparked multiple complaints over privacy concerns. The European Commission’s preliminary view is that the model "fails to comply" with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Yahsat selects SpaceX to launch two satellites for $1.1 billion & Arada Developments lists US$400 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai, on the with Ramia Farrage
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A consortium consisting of BP, Masdar, Hassan Allam Utilities, and Infinity Power has entered into a deal to explore the development of a multi-phase green hydrogen project in .
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Passengers and crew of British Airways flight BA149, taken hostage during the First Gulf War in in 1990, are suing both the government and the airline for compensation reportedly up to $213,000 each.
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's has selected to launch its advanced new geostationary satellites, Yah 4 and Al Yah 5, in 2027 and 2028 at a total cost of $1.1 billion.
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Boeing buying parts manufacturer Spirit AeroSystems for $4.7 billion to ease safety concerns & BlackRock buying UK data firm Preqin for $3.2 billion, on the with Ramia Farrage
L&S has placed orders with shipyards Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean for eight new carriers worth up to $2.5 billion.
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Saudi Aramco has awarded contracts worth over $25 billion to launch the second phase of development at the Jafurah gas field and the third phase of expanding its main gas network.
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Gulf International Bank has announced the issuance of a $500 million five-year bond under its Euro Medium Term Note program.
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Remittance flows to the MENA region saw a steep drop of 15% to $55 billion in 2023, primarily due to a sharp decline in flows to Egypt.
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The Sovereign Fund of has signed four agreements for green ammonia projects with European developers, committing to a $33 billion investment.
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's net flow of foreign direct investment rose by 5.6% to $2.5 billion in the first quarter of 2024.
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The first edition of the Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders’ Summit showcased sustainability with unmatched energy and commitment to the cause. A highlight of the event was 'The Sustainable Fashion Show,' featuring seven visionary brands that unveiled the future of fashion by seamlessly merging eco-consciousness with elegance. Audiences were spellbound by the brands' aesthetic and environmentally friendly approaches. With the first edition leaving a lasting impression, brace yourselves for the second edition of the Sustainability Leaders' Summit, packed with even more surprises. Don't miss out on what promises to be yet another extraordinary experience!
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Producing a hit TV series like The Bear was once a path to serious riches for its cast and creators. But in another massive entertainment shift, developing groundbreaking shows is worth hundreds of millions less than it used to be.
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These top 10 football coaches have made a collective investment of $15.1 billion in player transfers, with Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, leading the way with a staggering $2.2 billion spent
signed four financing agreements worth $313 million funded by grants from the . Here are more details.
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European companies have entered into investment agreements potentially exceeding $43 billion with , according to European Commission (EC) President Ursula von der Leyen.
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Shop has gained even more traction since the president signed a law that may ban TikTok early next year. But if it goes away, Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein could be the biggest winners.
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Norway-based raised $3 million in initial pre-seed funding led by VC firm SNÖ Ventures and Coatue.
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