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The era of the ‘linear career’ is over, says new ACCA report

The era of the ‘linear career’ is over, says new ACCA report – Middle East insights highlight growing demand for flexible, globally connected career paths

Why finance professionals in the Middle East are rethinking how careers will evolve by 2035

Dubai, UAE – 21 January 2026: By 2035 how, when and where finance professionals work, as well as the nature of the work itself, will look very different. In a new survey by ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) 53% of Middle East respondents believed that flexible career paths will replace linear paths within the next decade. A further three in ten (31%) in the region expected the two approaches to coexist equally.

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Gulfood 2026 Launches ‘Gulfood Startups’ as the Global Gateway for Scaling the Next Generation of Food Innovation

Dubai strengthens its position as a global launchpad for food-tech founders as Gulfood introduces a high-impact startup platform connecting innovation, capital and international markets

DUBAI – January 20, 2026: Gulfood, the world’s largest and most influential food and beverage sourcing event, announced the launch of Gulfood Startups, a dedicated platform designed to support high-growth food-tech companies seeking to scale internationally from Dubai. As the global food economy accelerates towards a projected value of USD 11.37 trillion by 20301, innovation across production, processing and distribution is increasingly being driven by startups reshaping how food is produced, distributed and commercialised.

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NEO PAY and Wio Bank Collaborate to Launch PoS Lending Solution for Merchants across the UAE

Dubai, UAE; 19 January 2025: NEO PAY, the UAE’s fast-growing payment solutions provider, has partnered with Wio Bank PJSC, the Middle East’s leading digital financial platform, to introduce a Point-of-Sale (PoS) lending solution, designed for SME merchants across the UAE.

The launch of this lending solution reflects NEO PAY’s commitment to empowering SMEs with the financial tools they need to grow and compete in today’s dynamic market. 

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds Redefines Jewellery Shopping in Malaysia with New Flagship Showroom at Kuala Lumpur

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s 5th largest jewellery retailer with over 420 showrooms across 14 countries, has unveiled its new flagship showroom in Malaysia at Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. Strategically located in one of the city’s most prestigious neighborhoods, the landmark showroom reaffirms the brand’s commitment to redefining the jewellery shopping experience.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has launched its 9th and flagship showroom in Malaysia at Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. The new standalone showroom, situated in one of the city’s most prestigious neighborhoods, was inaugurated on 17th January 2026 by Yang Mulia Tengku Dato’ Dr. Hishammuddin Zaizi bin Y.A.M. Tengku Bendahara Azman Shah Alhaj, a member of the Selangor Royal Family together with Yang Berbahagia Datin Hezeita bte Mohd. Hafidz and Datuk Bahria, Deputy Secretary General, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), in the presence of Mr. Shamlal Ahamed, Managing Director – International Operations, Malabar Gold & Diamonds; Mr. Ajith Murali, Regional Head – Far East & Australasia Operations; Mr. Nijeesh Parayil, Country Head, Malabar Gold & Diamonds – Malaysia, along with other senior management team members, customers, and well-wishers.

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CargoCrew launches Middle East operations, establishes regional headquarters in Dubai

The company will primarily serve high-growth cargo segments including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, perishables, general cargo, project cargo, and express logistics

19th January 2026, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: CargoCrew, leaders in global air cargo and logistics, has officially entered the Middle East with the launch of its regional headquarters in Dubai, marking a major step in the company’s international expansion.

Hakan Ikizoglu, Founder and Chairman of CargoCrew Group. 

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