Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

12 Dec 2025. Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) expands with Rotana- what does joining an alliance really mean for travellers? We asked GHA CEO Chris Hartley and Rotana CEO Phil Barnes why loyalty is being rethought as competition heats up. Plus, we discussed what a proposed US move to check travellers’ social media history could mean for ESTA applicants.

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11 Dec 2025. The US Federal Reserve has cut rates by 25 basis points, and the UAE Central Bank followed immediately. Economist Ed Bell breaks down what the move means for borrowing, inflation and the wider UAE economy. Plus, Wafi Group and ALMAD Group reveal a major new joint venture to transform Wafi City,  announced exclusively on The Business Breakfast. And Binance has secured a full licence for all three of its entities from ADGM. We speak to the company’s CMO about what this milestone means for crypto in the UAE.

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10 Dec 2025. Abu Dhabi and Dubai both rank highly in a new global financial centres index unveiled at Abu Dhabi Finance Week. We break down what it means with one of the minds behind the rankings. Plus, we speak to the head of the ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority on the policy direction for the year ahead. And Presight signs a major AI deal with HSBC, we find out what it means for banking in the region.

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09 Dec 2025. Day 2 of broadcasting live from Abu Dhabi Finance Week: Aldar plans to double office space on Al Maryah Island - CEO Jonathan Emery joined us with the details, and we asked our favourite headhunter who will fill all that space. Plus, how tech is transforming the justice system at ADGM Courts with CEO Linda Fitz-Alan. And ADIO launches its brand-new future economy cluster FIDA - covering fintech, insurance, digital, and alternative assets, executive reporter Georgia Tolley in conversation with Fatima Al

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08 Dec 2025. We’re live from Al Maryah Island for Day 1 of Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025, as global leaders gather to shape the future of capital and investment. Fintech Times editor Mark Walker joins us on what the UAE wants to achieve this year. Plus, travel chaos in India over new pilot fatigue rules with aviation expert Mark D Martin, and why UAE firms may be benefiting from tariff uncertainty, with HSBC’s Deyana Cherneva.

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05 Dec 2025. Dubai’s office market has posted its strongest quarter ever, with AED 3.1 billion in sales. We speak to Cavendish Maxwell’s Zacky Sajjad about what’s driving demand. Plus, F1-nomics - Seven Yachts breaks down how much the marine and hospitality sectors really make. And Sotheby’s brings a billion-dollar showcase to Abu Dhabi as Collectors Week kicks off, Georgia Tolley finding out whether luxury is investment… or indulgence.Finally, Saxo Bank’s Outrageous Predictions 2026 and what the falling Indian rupee means for UAE remittances.

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04 Dec 2025. The UAE is rolling out new VAT amendments from January 1st, simplifying procedures and tightening refund and transparency rules to stay aligned with global standards. We get the details from tax expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner at Aurifer. Plus, Saudia’s new subscription model, Emirates’ bundled passes, and Asia Pass, why airlines are leaning into special schemes? We asked aviation expert Nick Humprey. And we look ahead to Dubai’s 2026 property outlook with Espace Real Estate.

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03 Dec 2025. Dubai Duty Free has posted its strongest monthly sales in more than four decades. We speak to MD Ramesh Cidambi about what drove the record. Plus, AI lunch subscription startup Funch has raised half a million dollars, we find out more with co-founder Ahmad Joehnny. And Samsung unveils its first triple-folding phone, we hear from regional VP Fadi Abu Shamat. Finally, peak season has begun for Dubai hotels. FIVE’s Mushal Nisthar joins us as the city enters its most lucrative two weeks of the year.

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28 Nov 2025. It’s the Eid Al Etihad long weekend - but are there still any staycations available? We check in with a Ras Al Khaimah hotelier to find out. Plus, Dubai is rolling out more than 17,000 affordable homes. Executive reporter Georgia Tolley looks at what this could mean for residents hunting for value in a hot property market. And Property Finder is helping tenants move to monthly rent payments, we speak to the company’s chief revenue officer to learn how it works.

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27 Nov 2025. We’re broadcasting live from the Doers Summit, where Dubai Silicon Oasis is calling for less networking and more deal-making. Director General Badr Buhannad joins us with the vision. It may not be a UAE holiday, but Thanksgiving demand is soaring,we ask CarniStore how much Dubai is willing to spend on turkey day. Plus, what the UK Budget means for wealth flows and property owners here. And finally, Dubai Holding Entertainment unveils two major new attractions.

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