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Business & Investments

Bloomberg and The Financial Academy collaborate to strengthen financial capabilities in Saudi Arabia

  • Collaboration will empower Saudi financial professionals with world-class skills, supporting workforce development and Vision 2030 goals

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 8 October 2025 – Bloomberg and The Financial Academy today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the capabilities of Saudi Arabia’s financial workforce and contribute to the development of a future-ready, globally integrated financial sector. The collaboration aligns with the Kingdom’s Financial Sector Development and Human Capability Development Programs, two key initiatives of Vision 2030.

Building on The Financial Academy’s mandate in professional training and certification, the collaboration will introduce initiatives designed to strengthen institutional capabilities and deepen market expertise. By equipping professionals at all levels with practical skills and access to global financial knowledge, the collaboration aims to foster a more competitive and agile financial ecosystem aligned with international standards.

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Business & Investments, Technologies

Nemetschek Group and WakeCap Technologies Announce Collaboration to Advance Construction Technology Innovation Across the GCC

Strategic partnership aims to unlock new opportunities in digital construction by combining global software leadership with cutting-edge wearable technologies and deep regional expertise

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 9 October 2025 – The Nemetschek Group, one of the world’s leading software providers for the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AEC/O) industry, has partnered with WakeCap Technologies, the region’s leading construction technology company, specializing in sensor-powered, real-time project control systems. This landmark agreement sets the stage for a strategic collaboration aimed at accelerating digital transformation across the Gulf Cooperation Council’s (GCC) construction ecosystem.

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Business & Investments

Gentis highlights AI’s growing role in recruitment as demand for tech talent accelerates across MENA

With recruitment activity rebounding in 2025 and AI adoption accelerating, Gentis strengthens its Middle East presence under new Executive Director, Fayçal Lahlou Nabil

Dubai, 9 October, 2025 – Gentis, the international recruitment and talent advisory firm, is highlighting the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in the hiring process as Middle East organizations look to secure the next wave of digital talent.

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Atelier Expressions Expands Global Luxury Portfolio with Acquisition of French Porcelain House J.L. Coquet

Dubai, October 8, 2025

TVS Venu International Holdings Pte. Ltd., the international holding company of the founding family of TVS Motor Company, today announced the expansion of its luxury and lifestyle venture, Atelier Expressions, through the acquisition of J.L. Coquet, the renowned French Limoges porcelain manufacturer established in 1824.

Tara S. Venu Executive Director, Atelier Expressions

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Business & Investments

SIF 2025 to host Codie Sanchez, Mohamed A. El-Erian, Raj Shamani, and Amira Sajwani among 95 global leaders

The forum is set to welcome over 10,000 participants from around the globe, with more than 160 sessions and 120 business meetings


Sharjah, October 08, 2025

The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) has announced its lineup of more than 95 world-class speakers, including financial educator Codie Sanchez, media entrepreneur Raj Shamani, economic advisor Mohamed A. El-Erian,, and DAMAC’s Amira Sajwani.

Taking place on October 22–23 at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre, the Sharjah Investment Forum will run alongside the World Investment Conference. Organised by the Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) in partnership with WAIPA and the UAE Ministry of Investment, the forum is set to welcome over 10,000 participants from around the globe. With more than 160 sessions and 120 business meetings, it will provide a dynamic platform for deal-making and strategy development under the theme: “Transforming Our World: Investing for a Resilient and Sustainable Future.”

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