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July 27th, 2026 - 11:50 GMT

Khaled S.

First-ever Apple computer set to sell for at least $300,000

ALBAWABA - The Apple-1, a vintage 8-bit desktop computer and the tech giant's first-ever product by Steve Jobs, is expected to garner at least $300,000 in an upcoming auction, with reports stating that the 1977 computer is still miraculously working, making it stand out from similar machines its age. The RR Auction , which started July 24, is currently ongoing with 3 bids and is set to end next month ...

International business leaders gathered in Davos for the 44th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting urged governments on Wednesday to make policy changes needed to stimulate the job market and restore trust between businesses and civil society.

January 23rd, 2014 - 03:55 GMT

Business leaders in Davos' World Economic Forum think long-term

While not neglecting subsidizing other goods, the official said that prioritizing energy products over other goods is due to a new direction followed by the government.

January 22nd, 2014 - 10:04 GMT

Beblawi presents Egypt's economic woes to the world in Davos

Cheap energy in the region has also attracted energy-intensive industries such as aluminum smelters.

January 22nd, 2014 - 09:56 GMT

The UAE is consuming too much energy

Baghdad is seeking to dramatically ramp up exports to fund desperately needed reconstruction of Iraq’s conflict-battered infrastructure and economy.

January 22nd, 2014 - 09:42 GMT

Iraqi exports, revenues took a nosedive in 2013

The UAE’s largest builder surged 3.57 per cent and close the day at Dh3.48 after touching Dh3.49, the highest intraday level since October 2008

January 22nd, 2014 - 09:36 GMT

Arabtec to build entertainment megaproject in Jordan's Aqaba, and they're both winning big

Growth in the Middle East and North Africa, along with Afghanistan and Pakistan, is expected to stand at 3.3 percent this year, lower than the 3.6 percent

January 22nd, 2014 - 01:55 GMT

The IMF is not too optimistic about the MENA's 2014 prospects

Qatar will host the 2022 World Cup and the UK has offered to train and offer expertise to Qatari planners for the world class event (Courtesy of Wikimedia)

January 22nd, 2014 - 12:00 GMT

Qatar scores! UK to help Doha with 2022 World Cup planning

The trams will operate between two kilometres from Al Sufouh Depot near the Police Academy and the Knowledge Village

January 22nd, 2014 - 11:55 GMT

Here comes the tram! Dubai to operate first tramway line ever on Sunday

Saudi Arabia is poised to become the first manufacturing country in the region

January 22nd, 2014 - 10:13 GMT

Saudi Arabia has a golden opportunity to become the region's leading manufacturer

Dubai, Qatar, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia are on the list of areas A&K is looking to expand to, he said.

January 22nd, 2014 - 03:55 GMT

UK luxury travel company opens its first boutique in the Middle East

The dangers of the growing lack of clear global political leadership at time when global governance is drifting will be a major theme at this year’s Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

January 22nd, 2014 - 12:07 GMT

Davos' World Economic Forum gathering to focus on global governance

All in all, Iran’s trade balance with 96 countries was positive in the first eight months of 2013, according to data released by the Iranian Customs Administration Office.

January 22nd, 2014 - 12:02 GMT

Talk about a trade relationship! Iran-China trade ties surpass $30 billion