Opinion

Security robots in the Gulf – growth and opportunities for entrepreneurs

In the Gulf, security robots are more than just tools – they are essential to national digital transformation strategies. This strategic positioning has created a high-growth market where established firms and ambitious startups coexist, offering significant room for new ventures to disrupt the status quo.

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Getting it right: What the world can learn from Dubai’s business model

Dubai’s rise as a global business hub is not accidental. Nor is it the result of geography, timing, or spectacle. Dubai is studied – by investors, governments, and global operators – because it works. It delivers outcomes that other markets discuss at length but rarely achieve.

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Opinion

What your logo colour is really saying

Before a person reads your brand name, they have already made a subconscious judgement. The moment a logo appears, something registers instantly – a feeling of reassurance, urgency, or perhaps hesitation. This reaction isn’t calculated – it’s felt.

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Opinion

Build your legacy with international property

For many parents, establishing a long-term plan for their children’s future is a critical responsibility that requires careful consideration. As children grow and the global landscape becomes increasingly complex, ensuring the next generation’s lifelong security is a fundamental component of a comprehensive family strategy.

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Reviewing the UAE’s business landscape in 2026 – will it be the country’s best year?

In the last decade alone, the UAE has transitioned from being a fast-growing regional hub to a global economic powerhouse. While the sheer pace of change has set the country in a league of its own, the UAE's success lies in its ability to turn its long-term national ambitions and initiatives into reality.

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Did you hear that? Why sound is the most underrated brand signal

There’s a familiar moment that rarely attracts attention, yet plays out countless times each day. You tap a screen and hear a restrained click. A notification arrives with a soft tone rather than a sharp interruption.

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Six forces reshaping healthcare in the UAE and GCC

Healthcare in the UAE and wider GCC is growing up. And rather than just a growth spurt, this is an inevitable maturing.

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How global investors can tap into the UAE’s startup boom

The UAE has bold ambitions for its startup ecosystem. The government has stated its intent to make the country the ‘startup capital of the world’ and has worked steadily to establish the necessary infrastructure.

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Why the best setup is one foot in Europe and one foot in Dubai

The world is increasingly powered by mobility, flexibility, and global opportunity. But whether you can access these benefits depends on where you are located. This is why the concept of a ‘dual footprint’ has become so attractive to entrepreneurs and investors, as well as families and other professionals with a global outlook.

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Opinion

“That sure feels heavy”

There’s a familiar moment that rarely gets talked about, yet it plays out every day. You close a car door and pause, almost unconsciously. You lift a phone and register its density. You turn a lever or rest your hands on a steering wheel and feel resistance where you expect it.

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