NBAD appoints Yasin head of brokerage unit
National Bank of Abu Dhabi (NBAD), the largest lender by market value in the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Mohammed Ali Yasin as head of its brokerage subsidiary.
July 16, 2012 4:49
UAE frees American hunger striker on bail
The United Arab Emirates has freed on bail an American businessman accused of embezzlement who has been in jail in the Gulf Arab state since 2008 and went on hunger strike in May, the U.S. embassy said on Friday.
July 13, 2012 8:29
Eurozone and the GCC
As the eurozone crisis continues to rage, seemingly beyond the control of the political and fiscal masters of Europe, the crisis is beginning to have an impact on various parts of the global economy.
July 13, 2012 11:37
Ouster of Etisalat chairman may herald foreign strategy shift
When Gulf telecommunications giant Etisalat replaced its veteran chairman last week, he became the latest casualty of a multi-billion dollar foreign expansion which has failed to translate into profits and may prompt the firm to sell overseas assets to offset a decline in income.
July 12, 2012 1:00
Over 90% of passwords vulnerable to hacking
Passwords in the Middle East - even ones deemed to be "strong" - are actually susceptible to infiltration.
May 23, 2013 8:51
'Renewable energy absolutely necessary' - Saudi
Oil saving win-win drives Saudi solar power boom...
May 23, 2013 4:56
Real cost of sending your child to a Dubai school
Ambareen Musa, founder of Souqalmal.com, reminds parents of the hidden and additional costs of education.
May 23, 2013 1:19
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24