Dubai Chronicle

Competitively priced Google Tablet expected in July

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 07:13:09 PDT

Google plans to sell Google tablets through its own online store Google Inc. has a seven-inch tablet device nearly ready for launch, according to CNBC. Some high-tech commentators report the Google tablet will be shipped in June, but will start selling in July. The tablet’s price point is going to be aimed at competing with [...]

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Shortened intense trading week ahead of gold

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 06:03:08 PDT

Buying gold with the idea that monetary stimulus maybe forthcoming In the coming week, the U.S. economic calendar is due, loaded with key data releases which could influence gold’s price direction. This week’s bounce from the recent lows has some market players expecting the yellow metal to try to test the $1,600 an ounce area. [...]

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GCC countries and the Virtualization Trend

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 02:22:13 PDT

Virtualization has long been a global IT trend – and GCC companies are keeping up with their international peers, according to the results of a survey conducted by Kaspersky Lab in the run-up to the launch of its new corporate security solution for virtual environments. The survey revealed that 35% of companies in GCC polled [...]

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ID card registration deadline of Dubai residents ends by Thursday

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 01:41:06 PDT

The Emirates Identity Authority has called on Dubai residents to register in the ID card and renew their expired cards before the deadline ends by Thursday. The Emirates Identity Authority emphasized that filling out the e-form at one of the typing centers would help in avoiding the delay fees, which will be applicable across the [...]

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Emaar’s latest apatments project sold out off-plan on the opening day

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 00:34:36 PDT

Panorama at The Views, the newest residential project launched by Emaar Properties, recorded sell-out response yesterday in Dubai. All the residences released for sale were bought by customers, who thronged the Emaar Sales Centre on the opening day. The overwhelming response to the launch of the residential project is a strong demonstration of the investor [...]

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ADIPEC 2012 to host dedicated UAE oil and gas museum

Dubai Chronicle — Sun, 27 May 2012 00:28:40 PDT

Museum to study the exploration and production of oil and gas in the UAE; evolution of Abu Dhabi’s hydrocarbons industry 15th edition of Middle East’s largest oil and gas exhibition to be held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from November 11-14 dmg::energy, organiser of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC), the [...]

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Take a new look at venture capital

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 23:19:24 PDT

Venture capital is just hitting its stride The venture capital model is not dead, but it has changed during the past years. In 2009, Silicon Valley Bank in the United States analyzed the “small is better” phenomenon and concluded that smaller funds are five times more likely to deliver a “venture return” compared to larger funds. [...]

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How to locate a summer camp for your kids

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 22:37:25 PDT

Finding the right summer camp requires research and determination Ways for locating a summer camp for your own kid involve searching on the internet, checking the local magazines, inquiring at your child’s school, thinking about the distance, checking out the program of the camp, considering your child’s interests, and checking the accreditation of the camp. [...]

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Summer holiday treats by Dubai’s top hospitality brand

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 11:29:25 PDT

‘Live it Up’ in style with Emaar Hospitality Whether you choose the sunny climes of Dubai or an Italian sojourn in Milan, this summer holiday, ‘Live it Up’ in style with Emaar. In Dubai, add to the famed shopping choices in the city, with a summer boost this year at The Address Hotels + Resorts, [...]

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Islamic comprehensive motor insurance launched

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:42:14 PDT

Starting from 2.6 % of the vehicle’s value A new tempting promotion on motor comprehensive insurance by Methaq In the framework of the persistent initiatives of the Methaq Takaful Insurance Company to reward its respected customers Methaq launches a tempting motor insurance offer. It is an Islamic comprehensive car insurance offer that starts at 2.6 per [...]

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Beauty World Middle East set for a successful run this week

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 02:35:26 PDT

Growing beauty and wellness industry attracts strong interest from international majors Beauty World Middle East, the region’s premier trade event for beauty products, hair, fragrances and wellbeing, looks all set for a successful run this week (Tuesday May 29th to Thursday, May 31st) at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. 829 exhibitors from more [...]

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Another roller coaster week for gold

Dubai Chronicle — Sat, 26 May 2012 02:13:39 PDT

Decent increase of long positions, and a much smaller increase of short positions in gold Standard and Poor’s has downgraded five Spanish Banks, but Santander and BBVA have been left unchanged. Spanish Bank Bankia has asked for a capital injection of 19 billion Euros. The Spanish region of Catalonia needs to refinance 13 billion Euros maturing debts in [...]

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