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QNB's Masterclass Performance

Qatar is hosting the most significant event in the world currently. Across all sectors, everyone is doing their part to ensure the world witnesses the greatness of Qatar. The choice was almost already made in the conversation on whom to pick to be a partner and handle the financial aspect of the tournament. QNB fits […]

Cloud Computing in South Africa Aims to Overcome Legacy Challenges

In 1963, DARPA (the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) funded MIT’s Project MAC on the condition that the developers create a technology allowing for a “computer to be used by two or more people, simultaneously.” And thus, the first pillar of cloud computing was placed. Cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services (i.e., […]

Cybersecurity During the Fifa World Cup 2022

With billions of worldwide Fifa World Cup viewers, it is a gold mine for hackers and malicious actors to exploit. Football fans aren’t the only ones tuned in to see some of the world’s top players fight for the title of 2022 champions. These eye-catching events also pique the interest of cyber threat actors with […]

Wall Street Ends Down Sharply, Hit by Apple and China Worries

U.S. stocks ended sharply lower on Monday after protests in major Chinese cities against strict COVID-19 policies sparked concerns about economic growth, while Apple Inc slid on worries about a hit to iPhone production. Shares of the Cupertino, California tech giant lost 2.6 percent and weighed heavily on the benchmark S&P 500 index as worker […]

Charles Matta: A Testimony of Discipline

From the firm belief in delivering equal opportunities, inclusivity, commitment, and conscientious work ethics birthed a rising financial technology (Fintech) company, MyMonty. The idea of the company stems from the fundamental core philosophy of equality and delivering on the promise of offering everyone basic banking and financial services. Executive Vice President (EVP) of MyMonty, Charles […]

Who’s Next? Chinese EVs Drive Stellantis’ Jeep off the Road

The bankruptcy of Stellantis’ Jeep joint venture in China could spell trouble for other global automakers whose output has plunged over the last five years in the world’s largest car market, as domestic players rapidly overtake. The first joint venture failure by a foreign brand in the electric vehicle (EV) era, the Oct. 31 bankruptcy […]

Sustainable Supply Chain Monitoring

Even before the pandemic caused crowded ports and a labor shortage in global supply chains, supply chain optimization was crucial. Moreover, governments and business executives are working harder to optimize supply chain operations. As the current geopolitical climate presents new global supply chain challenges for organizations. Supply Chain Monitoring can prove to be crucial for […]

Fighting Generational Digital Exclusion

Now More Than Ever, Everyone Needs Access to Digital As things become increasingly digital, there’s a small proportion of the population losing their voice, access to services, and ability to participate in society. Despite overall access to the Internet increasing, with 96 percent of households connected. According to the most recent data from the Office […]

UAE’s Deal-Hungry IHC Plans Health and IT Business IPOs

International Holding Company plans to sell 20 percent of its technology unit in an initial public offering next year, its CEO told Reuters, adding that the UAE’s IHC is aiming for a first quarter IPO of Pure Health to raise more than $1 billion. IHC, which rose from relative obscurity to become the United Arab […]

France’s Ovhcloud Gets 200 Million Euro EIB Loan for European Investments

The European Investment Bank has granted OVHcloud a 200 million euro ($208.18 million) loan to support the French software group’s expansion in Europe, they said in a joint statement on Friday. The funding will support OVHcloud’s plan to ramp up international development by opening 15 new data centres, of which 10 will be located in […]