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Supporting African Businesses: A Focus on Sustainability and Close Customer Relationships
The Access Bank UK Ltd is making significant strides with its international expansion – and there are good reasons for that… The Access Bank UK Ltd provides trade finance, commercial banking, private banking and asset management products and services for
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Innovation at the Core: How KIB is Shaping Modern Banking
Kuwaiti financial institution embraces innovation, but holds fast to Islamic roots and tradition. In a region where financial institutions often blend into the backdrop of economic activity, Kuwait International Bank (KIB) stands out as a beacon of innovation and adaptation.
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Accenture: The Evolving Role of CEOs in Mitigating Cybersecurity Threats
In 2023, a complex, fragmented global geopolitical backdrop prompted a boost in the cybersecurity economy. It was propelled by the persistent threat of cyberattacks and a unanimous imperative to meet data-governance standards. This opened the divide between cyber-resilient businesses and
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Accenture: Embracing Cloud Based Operating Models
Five Actions for Organisations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)—the Middle East’s largest economy—has embarked on the cloud adoption journey later in comparison to other economies in the region. However, they have a historic
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The Role of the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO)
Embracing The Decade of Productivity As we usher in the “decade of productivity” driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), organisations face an imperative to accelerate their transformation journeys. The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) emerges as a pivotal leader
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Modern ‘Alchemy’: No Spells and Incantations, Just a Focus on Integrity — and Excellence
CFI.co in conversation with Emad Shahin, investment director at Ethra Invest… Investment and private equity are facets of the financial universe that call for an understanding of a sort of modern alchemy: creating value through strategic investment in diverse industries.
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Keeping the Flame of Fascination Alive
Getting inside Emad Shahin’s work ethic at Ethra Invest The dynamic nature of the business world is of continual fascination for Emad Shahin, investment director at Dubai’s Ethra Invest. The rapid evolution of industries, technological advancements, and the ever-changing global
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UAE’s COP28 Gathering Scores Some Initial Successes
White hydrogen and AI to the rescue…? Wim Romeijn reports. Beneath our feet, the Earth manufactures — and hides — a trove of clean energy. In Lorraine, a former coalmining region hugging the French-German border, a reservoir containing up to
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Ithra Director Who Followed His Passion to Ignite Saudi’s Creative Economy
As comfortable in traditional Saudi attire as he is sporting a modern suit, Abdullah Alrashid is a global citizen with a distinct Saudi identity. Embodying balance and purpose, Abdullah Alrashid strongly identifies with the institution he leads — the King
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Saudi’s Bid to Bring Art and Cultural Talent to the Fore
Ithra means ‘enrichment’ — and the centre in Dammam more than lives up to its name. Global cultural and creative industries have generated a staggering $2.2tn in annual revenues and created 30 million jobs, according to a 2017 UNESCO study.
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