Author: Svetlana M

Google Workspace vs. Zoho vs. Microsoft 365: Finding the Perfect Productivity Suite for SMEs, Executives, and Entrepreneurs

12 March 202512 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

In our fast-paced, digital-first world, selecting the right productivity suite can make or break a business. For Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), executives, entrepreneurs, and solopreneurs, these tools are more than just software—they’re the backbone of collaboration, project management, and customer engagement. With so many options available, how do you choose the one that fits…

FEATURED, Reports, SMEs, Technology, TOP STORIES

100 Million Women and Girls to Join the Digital Economy: A Bold Vision for Gender Equality

5 March 202513 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Barcelona, March 4, 2025 – In a groundbreaking initiative launched at MWC25 Barcelona, the EQUALS Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age has set an ambitious goal: to empower 100 million women and girls to actively participate in the digital economy over the next decade. With a renewed mission and vision, the partnership…

AI, FEATURED, TOP STORIES

Valencia DANA Project: A Global Initiative to Enhance Urban Resilience and Sustainability

5 March 202513 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Barcelona, 4 March 2025 – MWC25 Barcelona – In a significant step towards fostering global innovation in urban resilience, Startup Valencia and e-Residency, the Estonian government’s programme for global entrepreneurs, have launched the Valencia DANA Project. This international initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the City Councils of Valencia and Tallinn, aims to support startups in…

start-up, Technology, Telecome, TOP STORIES

Jeffrey Sachs at the European Parliament: A Call for Pragmatic Global Cooperation

1 March 20252 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

In a thought-provoking address to the European Parliament, economist Jeffrey Sachs presented a nuanced perspective on global geopolitics, economic development, and the need for a shift in international relations. His speech covered key themes such as multipolarity, economic justice, the importance of diplomacy, and the need for fairer global financial and trade systems. The Need…

News, Opinion

Leveraging BRICS for Industrial Development: A Critical Review of IID Policy Brief 17

27 February 20253 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

IID Policy Brief 17 – Trade for Industrial Development: Leveraging the Potential of BRICS for Developing Countries 2025 | Author(s): B. Tse, F. Hartwich The expansion of BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, and the UAE, alongside its growing network of partner countries, marks a significant development in global economic cooperation. With a combined…

Reports, Reviews

India-UAE CEPA: Celebrating Three Years of Strengthened Economic Partnership

26 February 202528 February 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

February 18, 2025 marks the third anniversary of the India-United Arab Emirates (UAE) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), a landmark trade agreement that has significantly boosted bilateral economic ties. Signed during a virtual summit on February 18, 2022, between Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the agreement came into force on May 1, 2022.

FEATURED, SMEs, TOP STORIES

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Rabeha Programme Boosts Market Access for Handicraft Enterprises in Egypt

25 February 20253 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

The Rabeha Joint Programme, a collaboration between UN Women and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), is driving positive change for women-led handicraft enterprises in Egypt. By providing technical assistance, business support, and greater market access, the initiative is helping women entrepreneurs scale their businesses and improve their economic opportunities. One of the key…

News

Global Employment Trends in 2025: Insights from the ILO’s World Employment and Social Outlook

21 February 20253 March 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

The World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2025 report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) presents a comprehensive analysis of global labor market dynamics, offering insights into employment trends, economic challenges, and policy recommendations. As global labor markets navigate an era of uncertainty, the report provides a crucial assessment of resilience, productivity, and inclusivity in…

FEATURED, Reports, Reviews, TOP STORIES

Huda Beauty Sells Fragrance Brand KAYALI to Mona Kattan and General Atlantic

21 February 202525 February 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Dubai-based beauty giant Huda Beauty has announced the sale of its fragrance brand KAYALI to co-founder Mona Kattan and global growth equity firm General Atlantic, marking a strategic shift in the beauty industry. The deal, pending regulatory approval, will establish KAYALI as an independent entity, with Mona Kattan retaining her role as CEO. Financial terms…

News

India’s Largest AI Summit Empowers SMEs with Cost-Effective AI Solutions

20 February 202525 February 2025 Svetlana M No Comments

Entrepreneur AI Summit 2025 by CEOITBOX Showcases Practical AI Strategies for Small and Medium Enterprises New Delhi, India – The Entrepreneur AI Summit 2025, hosted by CEOITBOX, concluded as India’s largest AI summit dedicated to empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The landmark event, held at the Eros…

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