Eye of Riyadh - News http://www.eyeofriyadh.com www.eyeofriyadh.com Eye of Riyadh - News http://www.eyeofriyadh.com http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/images/en/logo.gif Thu, 23 Feb 2012 1:11:00 +0300 MILLENNIUM HOTEL DOHA CELEBRATES ITS FIFTH ANNUAL GATHERING http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7791/ This week, Millennium Hotel Doha held its fifth annual staff party, in appreciation of the hard work of all employees at the hotel which helped to achieve outstanding 2011 results. At the... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:33:00 +0300 Internet is a MENA staple http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7795/ Many regional markets are experiencing a staggering increase in internet usage, up from 7.8 million to 187 million users in the last decade, according to Steve Hamilton-Clark, CEO of the world’s... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:21:00 +0300 MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS BUILT AROUND COMPANIES’ DISTINCTIVE STRENGTHS SIGNIFICANTLY OUTPERFORM OTHER DEALS, BOOZ & COMPANY STUDY FINDS http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7794/ Mergers and acquisitions designed from the start to enhance or leverage companies’ distinctive strengths significantly outperform transactions that are not capabilities-driven, according to a... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 20:05:00 +0300 Deloitte: governments adapting quicker than private sector to environmental challenges http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7785/ Environmental issues are changing the energy and utilities industry as never before, and their influence can only increase, according to a new white paper from Deloitte Middle East entitled... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:37:00 +0300 Al Bustan Centre & Residence slated to grow by 30% compared to last year http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7783/ Al Bustan Centre and Residence, the hotel apartment which offers world class services and facilities in the heart of Dubai, is slated to grow by 30% this year compared to last. The property has... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:09:00 +0300 Shoe Mart introduces their SS’12 accessories collection http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7784/ Shoe Mart the region’s leading retailer in footwear and accessories launches their vibrant accessories collection for Spring Summer 2012. The glamourous collection is an assortment of bags,... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 18:25:00 +0300 The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Appoints New General Manager for Radisson Royal Hotel, Dubai http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7781/ The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group – one of the fastest growing hotel companies worldwide - announces the appointment of Freddy Farid as General Manager of the Radisson Royal Hotel, Dubai.... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:29:00 +0300 al khaliji throws support behind the 14th Arab Business Forum in Qatar http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7777/ : Al Khalij Commercial Bank (al khaliji) QSC, in its continuous backing of industry-relevant conferences and events, provided support as the Official Sponsor of the 14th Arab Business Forum held... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:39:00 +0300 “Big Data Analytics Transform Businesses” EMC Highlights at the IDC CIO Summit 2012 http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7778/ EMC Corporation spoke in a keynote session today at the IDC CIO Summit 2012, being held at Le Meridien Fujeirah, UAE. The widely recognized ICT focused event allows CIOs, CTOs, businesses and IT ... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:23:00 +0300 ROTA Hosts Youth Leadership Training Program http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7776/ Encouraged by the success of its groundbreaking Youth Service Clubs, Qatar’s leading education and humanitarian not-for-profit organization Reach Out To Asia (ROTA) gave an extra 50 youth in... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:13:00 +0300 BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 Available Today http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7775/ Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM; TSX: RIM) announced that the new BlackBerry® PlayBook™ OS 2.0 will be released for download today. BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 delivers an enhanced tablet... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:35:00 +0300 Free Public Web Portal Launched by Zscaler to Comprehensively Identify Malicious Web Content http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7773/ The Cloud Security Company, today announced the release of a free web portal, Zulu, that the public can access at http://zulu.zscaler.com to quickly analyze URLs and assess risk posed by... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:39:00 +0300 Prince Naif Chair for Youth Development Workshop in PMU http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7774/ : Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) hosted the first Prince Naif Chair for Youth Development Workshop in its campus. Vice Rector for Business Affairs and Development, Dr. Adel Al-Saleh... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:15:00 +0300 SABIC honored for sponsoring Nephrology Conference amid strong company focus on supporting health care http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7772/ Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, has honored SABIC for sponsoring the Saudi International Conference on Nephrology and Transplantation held in collaboration with the Prince Fahd... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:25:00 +0300 PATRONAGE OF SHEIKH AHMED BIN SAEED http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7771/ Dubai Quality Group (DQG) announced the launch of the ninth cycle of the Emirates Women Award (EWA) under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 9:21:00 +0300 Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort announces its participation at ITB Berlin 2012 http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7770/ Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort, an upmarket Moroccan-style property in the heart of Fujairah, announces its participation in the world’s largest travel fair, ITB Berlin, which will run... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 8:17:00 +0300 Emirates Green Building Council opens volunteering opportunities to serve on dedicated task forces to drive UAE’s green vision http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7769/ Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices in the UAE, is inviting volunteers... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 7:06:00 +0300 Emirates NBD launches Middle East’s first Gold Investment Account http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7767/ Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, announced today the launch of a new Gold Investment Account that will enable customers to buy gold in electronic form. The Gold Investment Account is the... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 6:09:00 +0300 'Channel Partners Can Capitalize on Cloud Opportunities by Upgrading Skills and Business Models', Says Saudi Channel Expert http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7765/ As cloud computing gathers pace across the EMEA region, vendors play an important role in delivering focused partner programs to support the channel to develop a response and evolve their business... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 5:00:00 +0300 SMART Technologies strengthens commitment to KSA market by participation at International Exhibition and Forum for Education http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7766/ Under the patronage of His Highness Nayef bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister of Saudi Arabia and the Ministry of Education, the International... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 4:11:00 +0300 Sony Ericsson’s Xperia Range Receives Four iF Design Awards http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7764/ Sony Ericsson today announced it has received four Product Design recognitions at the International Forum of Design (iF) Awards in the telecommunications category. Its latest offering ‘Xperia... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 3:45:00 +0300 Live Educational Seminars for Forex Trading in the Region from FXCM MENA http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7763/ FXCM MENA is committed to providing educational tools to traders in the region. In addition to our online resources and to FXCM’s prominent DailyFX website, which offers up to the minute... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 2:11:00 +0300 BOB HAWKE, MARK VAILE AND NICHOLAS SHERRY TO LEAD AGC BUSINESS MISSION TO QATAR, OMAN AND UAE http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7768/ The Australia Gulf Council (AGC) has announced details of its forthcoming Business Mission to the Gulf States which will be jointly led by Hon Bob Hawke AC (Prime Minister of Australia 1983-1991),... en-us Wed, 22 Feb 2012 1:05:00 +0300 Bentley highlights water solution at WaterWorld Middle East that is setting the pace for efficient and sustainable water systems in the region http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7761/ Bentley Systems actively participated in the WaterWorld Middle East 2012 exhibition and conference, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, in Doha. Over 120 eminent international chairs and... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:45:00 +0300 A front row seat to Hollywood’s most important night of the year - Fox Movies airs the 84th Academy Awards live and exclusive http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7759/ For the fourth year in a row, Fox Movies brings the 84th Academy Awards live to Middle East viewers - the biggest night in Hollywood will be back on the channel along with a whole host of special ... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:21:00 +0300 SABIC stresses strong support to scientific community http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7758/ The Saudi Basic Industries Corporation’s (SABIC) expression of strong support to first-class research skills went a step further when Mohamed Al-Mady, Vice Chairman and CEO, visited the King... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:47:00 +0300 Deutsche Bank heads German delegation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7756/ A German delegation of 15 Chief Executive Officers from major German Companies concluded today a five-day visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that included meetings with some of the kingdom’s... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:39:00 +0300 Intercoil reports 25% growth http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7760/ Intercoil International, the Dubai-based sleep products multinational, today reported a 25% increase in sales during 2011. Capping a successful year, the company is bullish for 2012 and plans to... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:35:00 +0300 Victorian food on the table in Middle East: New export opportunities http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7753/ Almonds and lamb are emerging as exciting export opportunities for Victoria in the Middle East and North Africa, the Minister for Innovation, Services and Small Business, Louise Asher said... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:51:00 +0300 AMESCON CONFERENCE EAGERLY AWAITED http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7751/ Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Minister of Finance and President of the Dubai Health Authority, participation in this event is foreseen as... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:55:00 +0300 Philips Participates at the 3rd Annual Concept Middle East in Qatar as Part of their Commitment to Continuous Education on LED Lighting http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7746/ Royal Philips Electronics announced its participation as a Keynote Sponsor during the 3rd Annual Concept Middle East Summit, which is taking place in Doha on the 22nd and 23rd of February. The... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:06:00 +0300 Drifting culture taking root in the region http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7749/ Drifting has become a serious competitive sport across the world and it is now rapidly building a fan base in Middle East too with dedicated events taking place more frequently these... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:07:00 +0300 DFSA Continues to Develop Emirati Regulatory Talent http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7730/ The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) held its annual Tomorrow’s Regulatory Leaders (TRL) Awards ceremony last week. The purpose of the awards is to congratulate Emirati employees who... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:43:00 +0300 Funoon at Dubai Ladies Club Hosts Architectural Students Exhibition from American University of Dubai http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7741/ Funoon, the art & culture division of Dubai Ladies Club, which is a member of Dubai Women Establishment, is hosting a special exhibition called “The Future of Hotel” by Architectural Students ... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:37:00 +0300 Calling all Multiples to Celebrate http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7740/ The organizers of x2, the recently-announced multiples event, are inviting teen and adult twins, triplets and multiples from across the UAE to get in touch with them as soon as possible via their ... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:30:00 +0300 A guide to trading crude oil http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7743/ Markos Solomou, Risk Manager from www.easy-forex.com  explains how easy it is to trade crude oil Crude oil is the most actively traded commodity in the world which reflects the importance... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 9:31:00 +0300 Making Smart Investments in Healthcare http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7739/ The Middle East is in the midst of a social transformation, with people aspiring to better lives—which includes having better health. Governments are trying to meet this need at a time when... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 9:19:00 +0300 CND gets coral beauty to your fingertips with Relay Red http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7742/ the world renowned leader in professional hand and foot beauty, has a classic color that is perfect for this season. CND’s Relay Red is vibrant and the finish is smooth and glossy. This color... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 8:35:00 +0300 Abraaj Capital Announces Acquisition of Aureos Capital http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7735/ Abraaj Capital, a leading private equity manager investing in the rapidly growing economies of the Middle East, Turkey, Asia and Africa, today announced the acquisition of Aureos Capital... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 6:31:00 +0300 SAUDI ARABIAN INVESTMENTS IN REAL ESTATE AND NON-OIL ECONOMY INFRASTRUCTURE DRIVES DEMAND FOR CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL AND MACHINERY http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7734/ With Saudi Arabia, the largest economy in the GCC enjoying a period of sustained growth fuelled by high oil prices and ongoing investment in massive new infrastructure, interest is growing in the... en-us Tue, 21 Feb 2012 5:09:00 +0300 Population growth to push Saudi PC penetration rate beyond 30 per cent by 2015 http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7731/ Personal computer (PC) penetration in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is expected to surpass 30 per cent by 2015, with a rapidly growing population to act as a major market driver. Saudi... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:13:00 +0300 Independent Study Presents Astounding Q3 Health and Fitness Trends for Residents in Bahrain http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7719/ Vast majority 84 percent respondents eat breakfast daily in Bahrain, according to Zarca Interactive Health and Fitness Trends study for the third quarter 2011. One of the most awaited Health &... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:37:00 +0300 Dubai-owned Travelodge Denies Bankruptcy Risk http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7722/ Travelodge will get financing from two New York-based hedge funds as the UK budget hotel chain owned by Dubai International Capital restructures debt. Avenue Capital Group and GoldenTree Asset... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:37:00 +0300 Dubai show highlights glory of Arabic calligraphy http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7721/ The 7th edition of Dubai International Exhibition for Arabic Calligraphy running at the Scientific and Cultural Association headquarters in Al Mamzar until February 23 is offering visitors from... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:03:00 +0300 Dubai gives a warm ‘Benvenuto’ to Pompeii http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7726/ Pompeii, a new Italian restaurant due to soft-open at the beginning of March, is about to open its doors to food lovers in Dubai, where customers can sample the rustic recipes of the ‘lost... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:33:00 +0300 TROPFEST ARABIA WINNER JETS TO TROPFEST AUSTRALIA http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7724/ TROPFEST Arabia 2011 winner, Jassem Al Jabbouri, travelled to Sydney this weekend to take his place as a member of the judging panel at TROPFEST Australia, the world’s largest film festival.... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 17:21:00 +0300 Annual Mini KSAALT Conference Held in Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7718/ The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Association of Language Teachers (KSAALT) held the 3rd Annual Mini Conference under the auspices of Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) in Holiday Inn Resort, Al-... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:17:00 +0300 Rise in demand for premium residential projects, says DAMAC Properties http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7717/ DAMAC Properties, the region’s largest private luxury developer, announced today a marked increase in buyer interest in its portfolio of completed and near-completed projects across the Middle... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:03:00 +0300 Take a Culinary Journey at Al Maha http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7715/ Since becoming part of Starwood’s Luxury Collection, Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort and Spa, has endeavored to enhance it’s offering to remain exclusive but become more accessible.... en-us Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:41:00 +0300 HP to focus on game-changing capabilities of cloud computing at IDC’s Middle East CIO Summit 2012 http://www.eyeofriyadh.com/en/3/portal/7714/ HP is partnering with IDC in the 2012 Middle East CIO Summit as Summit Partner , to discuss the ever-increasing role of ICT to grow businesses in the region, and the importance placed on... en-us