By Muhammad Rafiq RIYADH/DUBAI: Beautyworld Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s only dedicated exhibition for beauty, fragrance, hair and wellbeing, returns for 2024 between 11-13 February 2024 at Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre (RICEC) With a diverse showcase of products and solutions that represent the entire beauty industry,  Beautyworld Saudi Arabia is where the biggest brands and brightest minds in the …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: Safarway, a leader in travel technology with a thriving user base of 3.5 million, proudly announces its venture into the Middle Eastern market. This strategic expansion is poised to revolutionize travel for Arabic speakers, offering an unparalleled blend of convenience and exploration in discovering the region’s rich cultural and scenic diversity. Addressing the growing travel interests …

JEDDAH: Opensignal, the global provider of independent insights into the connectivity experiences and decisions of consumers, has released its latest report on the fixed broadband experience in Saudi Arabia. The report reveals that Salam leads the pack across all five key metrics of user experience, delivering the fastest downloads, smoothest streaming, and most consistent quality for internet users across the Kingdom. In …

New year business trend predictions* reiterate a focus on sustainability, a value that Ariston has espoused for more than four decades and is now central to its business strategy. As the countdown to 2030, the centenary year of the Ariston Group begins and its ESG strategical direction around ‘Building a Sustainable Future’ translates into actions, the company will retain its …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI/KARACHI: Ashfaq Yusuf Tola has been elected as the Vice President of the South Asian Federation of Accountants (SAFA) in its annual elections, which include member countries such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, and Afghanistan. Previously, Ashfaq Yusuf Tola served as the Minister of State on Revenue and Chairman of the Tax Reforms and …

DUBAI: As 2023 draws to a close, Trescon reflects on a year that was filled with innovation, pioneering concepts, impactful initiatives and transformative platforms that are further driving the global digital transformation journey. Going beyond the mere exhibition of next-gen solutions, Trescon’s events embraced a holistic vision, nurturing communities, championing inclusivity, and propelling positive change through the power of innovation. …

By Muhammad Rafiq DUBAI: The Arab International Women’s Forum (AIWF) is proud and delighted to announce that AIWF’s President & Founder Haifa Al Kaylani has been appointed an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in King Charles’ New Year 2024 Honours List. This honour is in recognition of her services to Women, Young People and to Cultural …

The uses of technology and AI for business are endless and fascinating, but when you zoom out, what are the real implications for society? Here’s how some of Salesforce’s top minds see 2024 playing out. 1. AI will be used as a force for good, but only with equitable access. “AI presents a massive and exciting opportunity for purpose-driven organizations …

DUBAI: Global technology brand, OPPO, announces the legendary recording artist, Amr Diab as OPPO’s MEA ambassador, strengthening the bond between innovation and creativity. The collaboration is set against the backdrop of OPPO’s renowned portrait-centric smartphone, the versatile and purposeful Reno series. Through collaboration with Amr Diab, a critically celebrated musical maestry, the partnership seeks to intertwine technological prowess with the …

RAS AL KHAIMAH: The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates has made history once again by breaking not one, but two GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ with its spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display. The event featured an awe-inspiring showcase spanning 8 minutes of pure enchantment with over 1,000 drones and a breathtaking “carpet” of aquatic pyrotechnics, breaking …