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Ted Koenig is the Chairman, President, and CEO of Monroe Capital LLC, a premier boutique asset management firm specialising in private credit markets. — SUPERRRETURN
TECOM Group develops and manages specialised business districts in Dubai, fostering growth across sectors like technology, media, education, and design. — WAM
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) is the largest telecommunications operator in Saudi Arabia, driving digital transformation and connectivity in the kingdom. — ALAMY
The Qatar Central Bank in Doha is shown. — FILE
Abu Dhabi’s tech sector rises, redefining software career landscapes with high pay and innovation. — FILE
Alpha Dhabi’s profit skyrockets, powered by strategic investments and sector growth. — SHUTTERSTOCK
Qatari business leaders eye Pakistan’s ambitious energy and infrastructure growth prospects. — IG/@TAMIM
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim (L), Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif (C) and Sheikha Al Mayassa are shown. — HANDOUT

Google invests $15mn to transform AI education in Dubai

Dubai partners with Google on its largest regional AI initiative, set to empower 500,000 individuals with essential AI skills; Ruth Porat underscores Google's mission to drive MENA’s digital transformation.

Dubai's crown prince, Sheikh Hamdan, is shown in conversation with Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet Ruth Porat. — WAM

PIA privatisation derailed by Blue World City’s shoddy $36mn bid

Pakistan's plan to privatise PIA faces a major setback as Blue World City’s PKR 10 billion bid falls significantly short of the government’s PKR 85 billion floor price. The October 31 bidding process revealed serious investor miscalculations and confusion over asset valuations.

PIA’s privatisation falters as Blue World City’s bid falls short, leaving investors frustrated. — PA
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