We speak to the boss of a multi-billion dirham Dubai fin-tech: Network International. Simon Haslam reveals why bricks-and-mortar sales are down – and why the future is online.

We speak to the boss of a multi-billion dirham Dubai fin-tech: Network International. Simon Haslam reveals why bricks-and-mortar sales are down &ndash; and why the future is online.

The Business Breakfast joins forces with the Agenda and the ARN News Centre to keep you updated throughout the week.Tom Urquhart now joins Richard Dean and Brandy Scott, as we bring you all the latest information around the COVID 19 outbreak, closures, and sanitation efforts. Plus all the usual conversations, business and breaking news.The Business Breakfast now live 7 am to 12 pm.

The Business Breakfast joins forces with the Agenda and the ARN News Centre to keep you updated throughout the week.Tom Urquhart now joins Richard Dean and Brandy Scott, as we bring you all the latest information around the COVID 19 outbreak, closures, and sanitation efforts. Plus all the usual conversations, business and breaking news.The Business Breakfast now live 7 am to 12 pm.

Business Breakfast Highlights

A round up of the days most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Highlights include commentary from business leaders, in-depth analysis and finance in focus, with business headlines every 15 minutes. Also enjoy daily interviews with key industry players and be entertained with daily banter from broadcasting heavyweights Brandy Scott, Richard Dean and Tom Urquhart.

A round up of the days most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter. Highlights include commentary from business leaders, in-depth analysis and finance in focus, with business headlines every 15 minutes. Also enjoy daily interviews with key industry players and be entertained with daily banter from broadcasting heavyweights Brandy Scott, Richard Dean and Tom Urquhart.

Future of online transactions - Network International - 19.08.20

Brie Olson, CEO of Pacsun

TOP LINE: Pacsun, the leading American youth lifestyle brand, announces its first-ever international expansion outside the US - opening its debut store at Mall of the Emirates in early 2026 as anchor tenant in Majid Al Futtaim's AED 5 billion transformation project, with plans for up to 20 locations across the GCC over five years targeting a region where 60% of the population is under 30.

Brie Olson, CEO of Pacsun TOP LINE: Pacsun, the leading American youth lifestyle brand, announces its first-ever international expansion outside the US - opening its debut store at Mall of the Emirates in early 2026 as anchor tenant in Majid Al Futtaim's AED 5 billion transformation project, with plans for up to 20 locations across the GCC over five years targeting a region where 60% of the population is under 30.

Pacsun - Brieane Olson - 08.12.2025

Her Excellency Dr. Mariam Matar, founder and chairperson, UAE Genetics Disease Association 

Top line: Her Excellency Dr. Mariam Matar, pioneer in longevity medicine and UAE's first female Undersecretary at the Ministry of Health and Prevention, discusses her groundbreaking career advancing public health policy and preventative healthcare, including her pivotal role implementing the UAE's landmark 2009 smoking ban in public places.

Her Excellency Dr. Mariam Matar, founder and chairperson, UAE Genetics Disease Association Top line: Her Excellency Dr. Mariam Matar, pioneer in longevity medicine and UAE's first female Undersecretary at the Ministry of Health and Prevention, discusses her groundbreaking career advancing public health policy and preventative healthcare, including her pivotal role implementing the UAE's landmark 2009 smoking ban in public places.

UAE Genetic Diseases Association - Dr. Mariam Matar - 17.11.2025 (HSBC C-Suite)

Sultan Al Ghurair, CEO of Al Ghurair Development

Top line: Sultan Al Ghurair, leading the Al Ghurair family's development arm, discusses the family's strategic expansion into luxury property development and their vision for Dubai's evolving real estate landscape.

Sultan Al Ghurair, CEO of Al Ghurair Development Top line: Sultan Al Ghurair, leading the Al Ghurair family's development arm, discusses the family's strategic expansion into luxury property development and their vision for Dubai's evolving real estate landscape.

Future of online transactions - Network International - 19.08.20

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