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Jul 2025
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Abu Dhabi, Dubai Lead Data; US Healthcar...

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HEADLINES:

♦ Abu Dhabi and Dubai Named World’s Top Emerging Data Centre Markets

♦ Kuwait to Introduce 15% Minimum Tax on Big Global Companies Starting 2025

♦ Businessman Allegedly Bought $2.9 Million Dubai Villa Using US Healthcare Scam Money

♦ Saudi Startup Flawless Raises $1.5M for AI Career Platform

♦ Sahil Sajan on Milano’s Leap into Pet Care

 

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