Global law firm Clifford Chance is taking a significant step forward in its digital transformation journey by expanding its use of AI technologies with the deployment of Copilot for Microsoft 365 and Viva Suite for its
FTI Consulting, Inc. has successfully obtained a Regional Headquarters License (RHQ) from the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia. This newly acquired license underscores the firm’s unwavering commitment to bolstering its presence and enhancing
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Ooredoo Group Pledges $1.1bn to Bridge Digital Divide
In a significant legal development, Qatar’s Ooredoo Group has committed a cumulative investment of $1.1bn for the period 2024-2026 to bridge the digital divide in developing markets. The pledge was made as part of
Telecom Egypt, the integrated operator of communications and Information Technology services in Egypt, has entered into a strategic partnership with Huawei during the Mobile World Congress (MWC 2024) to deploy 5G network infrastructure. This collaboration underscores
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Saudi Arabia
KN&P Facilitates Al-Akaria’s Sidrat Al Ula Agreement
Saudi Real Estate Co. (“Al-Akaria”) has inked a significant Development Management Agreement, facilitated by KN&P. This agreement, signed with the Royal Commission for Al Ula and Al Ula Development Company, paves the way
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United Arab Emirates
Dubai South & Aldar Launch Joint Venture for Grade A
Dubai South, a prominent urban master development, and Aldar Properties (“Aldar”)have joined forces to embark on a joint venture aimed at developing Grade A logistics facilities within Dubai South’s Logistics District. The
International law firm Gowling WLG has announced the launch of Saturn, a groundbreaking service designed to combat online infringement using artificial intelligence (AI). Saturn utilizes advanced AI technology to assist brands in identifying copycat and
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) is gearing up to introduce Qatar’s inaugural venture capital (VC) Fund of Funds, a groundbreaking initiative designed to propel innovation within the country. With an ambitious investment exceeding USD 1 billion,
Parkin Company, the leading provider of paid parking facilities and services in Dubai, has revealed plans to embark on an initial public offering (IPO) and subsequently list its ordinary shares (Shares) on the Dubai Financial
With Senior EVP, Group General Counsel, Marouf Mohamed Shweikeh (pictured), at the helm of its legal department, Mashreq, a prominent financial institution in the MENA region, has recently concluded a significant transaction by finalizing a
