Spotlighting the World’s Top 100 Certified Ethical Hackers and the Strategic Impact of Ethical Hacking in Modern Cybersecurity EC-Council, creator of the world-renowned Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) credential, has unveiled its highly anticipated CEH Hall of Fame 2025 Industry Report, a comprehensive analysis spotlighting the world’s most accomplished ethical hackers and the transformative power of CEH certification on careers, industries, and national security. This data- driven report offers an unfiltered view of how CEH is transforming individual careers and strengthening the global cybersecurity workforce’s ability to counter the next generation of digital threats. To capture these dynamics, the CEH Hall…
Author: Steve Laidlaw
Steve Laidlaw
Steve Laidlaw is an entrepreneur, strategist, and founder of several high-growth ventures across Dubai and the UK. Based in the UAE, Steve is the CEO of Digital24, a media and reputation consultancy helping businesses build brand visibility and online authority across the MENA region and beyond. With over 20 years of experience in digital PR, content syndication, and strategic consulting, Steve has worked behind the scenes and on the front lines of brand transformation. His wider portfolio includes 24Black, a performance-driven advisory suite for founders and agencies, and Seven Yachts, a premium charter and yacht management company he co-owns and operates with his wife Clare in Dubai. Steve writes on topics including content strategy, digital reputation, founder branding, and what it really takes to scale in fast-moving markets like Dubai. His style is clear, actionable, and rooted in real operational experience. Follow him on LinkedIn or visit stevelaidlaw.com to learn more.
The Dubai property market has been a hot topic as prices have continued to grow steadily in mid 2025. As debate around a market correction or crash lingers, Chris Hogg, Founder of Luxfolio Real Estate, insists that the Dubai property market isn’t necessarily what it seems. Anyone who’s analyzed the current trends compared to the up-and-down cycles of the past can reach a reasonable conclusion that it’s not the same market. Ultimately, Dubai is currently on much more stable ground. That’s the case quite literally as much as it is economically. Avoiding the Volatility of the Past Hogg explained, “With…
Dollar UAE’s new Rent-to-Own service redefines convenience for UAE drivers with zero down payment, free insurance and servicing, and the freedom to own or return the car. As rising costs and rigid financing models continue to make traditional car ownership challenging in the UAE, a new rent-to-own solution is paving the way for a simpler, more affordable alternative. Dollar Car Rental UAE has launched its Rent-to-Own (RTO) program, offering residents a flexible, bank-free path to car ownership that eliminates the need for down payments, lengthy loan approvals, and long-term financial commitments. Built for cost-conscious, convenience-driven individuals, the Rent-to-Own model offers…
Boutique developer expands its Dubai portfolio with a new community tailored for modern urban living Majid Developments has announced the official launch of Arlington Park, a new residential community located in the heart of Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC). Building on the success of its debut project, Mayfair Gardens in Jumeirah Garden City, this launch reinforces Majid Developments’ growing presence in Dubai’s dynamic real estate landscape. As Dubai’s property market continues to attract strong investor interest and meet rising demand from end-users, Majid Developments has positioned itself as a forward-thinking, design-led developer focused on delivering premium residential experiences. With a boutique approach, the…
No down payment, no bank loan, and no hidden fees. Thrifty’s new Lease-to-Own program offers an accessible path to car ownership for first-time buyers and finance-conscious residents. Thrifty Car Rental UAE has introduced a new Lease-to-Own (LTO) program, designed to make car access and ownership easier for residents who may be locked out of traditional finance. With no bank loans, zero down payment, and no processing fees, the program offers a simpler path to owning a vehicle, all with full transparency and support. The LTO offering includes a brand-new vehicle bundled with free registration, insurance, servicing, and maintenance. Customers enjoy…
BenQ Sets a New Standard with it’s First 5K & World’s First 4K 144Hz Professional Designer Monitors, Delivering Unmatched Color Precision and Shadow Detail BenQ, a global leader in visual display technology, has introduced two additions to its PD Designer Monitor Series, purpose-built to meet the exacting demands of 3D artists, VFX animators, concept designers, and game designers. The 27” 5K PD2730S and 32” 4K 144Hz PD3226G deliver industry-leading color accuracy, exceptional dark tone reproduction, and advanced color management solutions to enhance workflow efficiency for intricate scene design and character concept development, empower creators to produce photorealistic scenes and develop…
Annual labour costs of a financial services tech hub in Bahrain are up to 24% more competitive than the GCC Bahrain’s financial services sector is 85% more cost-effective in business and licensing fees than the GCC average Bahrain has been ranked as the most cost-competitive location to operate a financial services firm with a tech hub within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, with a 48% cost advantage, in the ‘Cost of Doing Business in the GCC’ financial services sector report published by Ernst & Young LLP’s United States office. In view of the growing importance of technology and innovation in developing the financial services industry…
The strategic appointment reflects an expanded mandate to spearhead the emirate’s comprehensive and holistic real estate strategy. The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the appointment of Yousif Ahmed AlMutawa as Chief Real Estate Officer, marking a significant expansion of his role from CEO of Sharjah Sustainable City to spearhead the emirate’s comprehensive and holistic real estate strategy. In his new capacity, AlMutawa will oversee Shurooq’s real estate portfolio with broader responsibilities encompassing strategic development, investor relations, and sustainable community planning across Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. The appointment underscores Shurooq’s commitment to enhancing Sharjah’s position as a cultural…
Seamless integration of Tamara will enable businesses in the UAE and KSA to provide flexible payment options, generate broader customer reach, and enhance customer conversion rates Merchants in the Amazon Payment Services network now have even more ways to deliver a simple and flexible payment experience Amazon Payment Services, the regional leader in digital payments across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has added Tamara, the GCC’s leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) provider, to its expanding suite of flexible payment options. As a new split payments partner, Tamara enables businesses in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom…
du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, has renewed its strategic partnership with Huawei to enhance Emiratisation by empowering UAE talent with advanced technological skills. Together, the two industry leaders aim to foster innovation and readiness in the digital and telecommunications space, building toward a sustainable future and further solidifying du’s position as a leading telecom and digital service provider. Building on a historical partnership grounded in ICT technologies and network development, du and Huawei will focus on equipping du employees, including emerging leaders, with critical competencies in cutting-edge technologies. Training and workshops will target future-forward areas such as…