AI Pulse Jan 26, 2026
Gulf countries stepped up borrowing efforts in January, with Asian investors showing increased demand for emerging market bonds. Meanwhile, South Korea's National Pension Service announced plans to trim its foreign stock exposure and boost domestic equity allocations.
World News Jun 6, 2026
US-Iran conflict escalates, Armenia votes under Russian pressure, and global health concerns mount
Politico Wire Mar 19, 2026
Defense Secretary Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chair Caine to brief on Operation Epic Fury
Business Trends Mar 1, 2026
Missiles and drones target US bases and allies, prompting FBI terrorism alert and flight cancellations
AI Pulse Jan 26, 2026
Sixth Street, a global investment company, is expanding its footprint by opening an office in Abu Dhabi later this year. Digital healthcare startup Docplanner is capitalizing on its vast trove of medical data by incorporating artificial intelligence. The integration of AI in healthcare is expected to lead to more accurate and efficient diagnoses.
World News Mar 9, 2026
Australia sends aircraft to the Gulf, while the US and Iran engage in a war of words
World News Mar 3, 2026
Tensions rise in the Persian Gulf as Trump administration sends conflicting messages
World News Mar 3, 2026
War in the region sparks shipping crisis, economic jitters, and human rights concerns
World News Mar 1, 2026
The reported death of Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has sparked celebrations among Iranian diaspora communities and raised concerns over the country's future, as the conflict spreads to the Arab Gulf and disrupts
Politico Wire Feb 28, 2026
President Trump's preemptive strikes on Iran have sparked a backlash from Gulf countries and Congressional Democrats, who are pushing back against executive overreach and seeking to reassert their authority.
World News Feb 28, 2026
Retaliatory attacks reported in Israel and Gulf countries after US and Israel launch war against Iran
AI Pulse Feb 18, 2026
Japan has agreed to invest up to $36 billion in US oil, gas, and critical mineral projects, marking the first tranche of its $550 billion commitment under a trade agreement with the US. The investment will focus on various projects, including a natural gas facility in Ohio and a deepwater crude export facility in the Gulf of Mexico.
AI Pulse Jan 27, 2026
The Middle East business community is closely monitoring the ongoing diplomatic spat between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Many express concern that the tensions could negatively impact commercial activities in the region. Both nations have traditionally enjoyed strong trade ties and have worked together on various regional initiatives.