INFORMA CONNECT ACADEMY LAUNCHES REVOLUTIONARY SUSTAINABLE HR CERTIFICATE

 

• The Advanced Certificate in Sustainable HR, a pioneering initiative by Informa Connect Academy, equips professionals with future-oriented HR practices, integrating sustainability and innovation
• A transformative educational experience, covering diverse topics such as leadership, talent and rewards, and wellbeing
• Aligned with UN SDGs, the certificate emphasises practical implementation for professionals in HR

22 July 2024, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Informa Connect Academy, a premier provider of global education and training solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its new “Advanced Certificate in Sustainable HR (ACSHR)” programme. This comprehensive 8-module course is crafted to bridge the gap between traditional HR practices and the modern landscape of human capital leadership.

 

PHOENIX GROUP PLC EXPANDS GLOBAL MINING CAPACITY OPENING A NEW 25 MW MINING SITE IN WILLAMETTE, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 23 July 2024, Phoenix Group PLC (PHX), a leading multi-billion-dollar tech conglomerate listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX),  today unveiled its new 25-megawatt mining facility in Willamette, South Carolina, USA. This significant expansion introduces an additional 1 exa hash to the company’s mining capacity, enhancing its global cryptocurrency mining capabilities to 18 exa hash.

“While the addition of the Willamette site is part of our strategy to be one of the major global players in mining Bitcoin it also signals our commitment to growth and being able to invest in  innovative web 3 initiatives around the globe. The Willamette site expansion also allows us to deploy upgrades to our proprietary mining technology stack and optimize our miner allocation for greater  efficiency,” said Seyed Mohammad Alizadehfard (Bijan), Co-Founder and Group CEO of Phoenix Group. “This strategic development is crucial as we prepare for future demands in the blockchain space, ensuring that Phoenix Group remains agile and well-positioned for technological advancements and market growth.”

KLEINDIENST GROUP SELLS OUT FIRST PHASE OF MARBELLA RESORT HOTEL IN 8 HOURS

 

• The event saw over2,000 visitors. 
• The hotel brings Spanish charm under the IHG Vignette collection to Dubai, and features its own coral reefs and a kilometre-long raining street.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 17 July 2024: Kleindienst Group, a leading global business conglomerate and the master developer behind The Heart of Europe, has announced the successful sell-out of the first phase of its AED 1 billion Marbella Resort Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG Hotels and Resorts on the World Islands. The exclusive launch event attracted over 2,000 visitors, highlighting the strong demand for luxury properties in Dubai’s thriving real estate market.

The first phase of the beachfront development, located on the main Europe Island, was sold out within 8 hours, underscoring the significant interest across various nationalities, including UAE nationals, Saudis, Indians and Europeans.

Sarah Ali, Chief Operating Officer of The Heart of Europe stated, ‘’We are delighted by the overwhelming response to the launch of The Marbella Resort Hotel. This project showcases our dedication to offering outstanding experiences that integrate cutting-edge innovation with sustainable practices. The swift sell-out of Phase 1 is a clear testament to the trust and confidence in our vision and the distinctive offerings of this development. We eagerly anticipate announcing the launch of future phases soon.’’

ARTHUR D. LITTLE INAUGURATES NEW REGIONAL HUB IN RIYADH’S ICONIC KING ABDULLAH FINANCIAL DISTRICT

 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 15 July 15, 2024, Arthur D. Little (ADL) is pleased to announce the inauguration of its new regional headquarters office at the prestigious King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). The event was graced by the presence of His Excellency Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Minister of Investment, Saudi Arabia, and Gautam Krishna Sashittal, CEO of KAFD.

Welcoming the distinguished guests were Thomas Kuruvilla, Managing Partner for the Middle East and India region; Ryan Alnesayan, the first ADL Saudi Partner leading the firm’s Saudi operations; and Dr. Raymond Khoury, Partner heading the Public Sector practice in the region.

RAS AL KHAIMAH HALF MARATHON DATE SET FOR 2025

 Region’s FastestHalf Marathon to Return on February 1, 2025

Early Registration Promotion at rakhalfmarathon.com

Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, 15 July 2024: Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon will return for its 18th edition on Saturday 1February 2025, with four races staged on Al Marjan Island.

Hosted by the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), the Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon is a firm favourite attracting community runners and international elites alike. Featuring the 21.1km half marathon race, the event will also offer races at 10km, 5km and 2km runs for athletes of all ages and abilities.

MIDDLE EAST WORKFORCE EMBRACE UPSKILLING TO THRIVE IN THE AGE OF GENAI AND CLIMATE CHANGE

 

MIDDLE EAST WORKFORCE EMBRACE UPSKILLING TO THRIVE IN THE AGE OF GENAI AND CLIMATE CHANGE, SAYS NEW PWC REPORT

• 63% foresee tech disruption and 54% anticipate climate change impact on jobs.
• Nearly half of the employees in the region are considering changing employers within the next 12 months.
• Employees prioritise skills-growth: Nearly two-thirds (61%) of employees say they need to learn new tools and technologies to perform their jobs.
• More than 25% of regional workers use GenAI regularly at work while demonstrating recognition of its risks, such as bias (64%) and misleading information (56%).
• More regional (81%) than global (65%) employees value flexibility at work, while 81% of regional workers say they work remotely with their employers’ approval.

ETON SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES ATLASFIVE®

 

ETON SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES ATLASFIVE®FOR FAMILY OFFICE WEALTH MANAGEMENT IN INDIA; ONBOARDS CATAMARAN AS ITS LAUNCH CUSTOMER

Dubai, UAE, July 12, 2024: Eton Solutions, a global leader in cloud-based services for family offices of the future, is launchingAtlasFive®, its renowned ERP platform for family offices in India. Eton Solutions also announcedthe family office of Infosys’ founder, Narayana Murthy, Catamaran, as its launch customer.

This underscores its commitment to offering a comprehensive, innovative and localised ERP platformfor family offices acrossthe country. Headquartered in North Carolina, USA,it has had a presence in India for the past 5 years with over 300 employeesattheir Global Technology Center in Bengaluru supportingAtlasFive® clients globally.

Catamaran will use Eton Solutions’ AtlasFive® platform to streamline its investment portfolio management and enhance operational planning, reporting and compliance. Eton Solutions has developed a highly sophisticated ERP platform, AtlasFive®, a fully integrated, secure cloud-native AI-driven software tailored to meet the complex needs of family offices, currently managing over $781 billion for 665 families worldwide. Over 11.5 million transactions are processed annually with 92,000 entities on this platform. The platform integrates all operational facets of a family office into a cohesive solution, emphasising efficiency and operating leverage.