Oracle Hospitality (an exhibitor at HITEC Dubai) has released a new report entitled Hotel 2025. The report identifies consumer attitudes to new technologies and how their implementation will shape consumer behaviour in the years to come. Insights from the report highlight that consumers are most willing to engage brands with new technology if they feel that…
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the “Dubai Cyber Security Strategy” that aims to strengthen Dubai’s position as a world leader in innovation, safety and security. His Highness called for unifying the efforts of public and private…
Dubai Financial Services Authority has recently announced the launch of its Innovation Testing Licence (ITL). The ITL will ease regulatory requirements for firms that provide financial technology services in the region, allowing qualifying firms to develop and test innovative concepts from within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Firms under the new licence will not…
Oracle Hospitality will be at HITEC DUBAI on November 14-15, 2017. The company has published a report on what customers REALLY want from hotel loyalty programs. Insights from the report will help hotel operators and hotel owners: Better understand how consumers want to be rewarded What to avoid when creating a loyalty program How to tailor loyalty…
Oracle Hospitality, an exhibitor at HITEC Dubai 2017, recently concluded a research study asking guests about ways to improve their hotel experiences. Insights from the report will help hoteliers and hotel owners: Identify key areas to invest in technology to enhance your guest’s experience Better utilise personal interactions between guests and staff to positively impact…
With the 600+ pre-registered attendees for next week’s inaugural HITEC Amsterdam, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is interpreting the strong interest as a sign of vitality for the hospitality industry and its stakeholders. In 2017, HFTP expanded its stakes in its 45-year Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), by adding two boutique events…
At Naseba, our core mission is to create opportunity for our clients and partners, from providing access to qualified buyers, partners and investors to crafting networking, learning and development platforms designed to support their organizational growth objectives. As a result, we have the great privilege of working with truly inspiring founders from around the world…
Rapelang Rabana is a South African technology entrepreneur. She established her reputation in the tech sector as the co-founder of Yeigo Communications, a company that gained international recognition for its pioneering innovations in mobile VoIP and IP communications. Today, Repelang is the innovative founder behind Rekindle Learning, a company looking to improve education in Africa…
Last year, a number of GCC territories made their desire to participate in technology development clear, and now; the world is seeing that desire turn to action. Recent investments and ventures with Southeast Asian partners in particular are driving the move. The relationship between the Middle East and Southeast Asian technology ventures has been building…
Europe has always been a rewarding market for investors from the Middle East, especially when it comes to real estate. Certain fields, such as London, are of particular interest. Property values have continued to play the role of a reliable rate of return, perhaps explaining why overseas buyers are estimated to own up to 10%…