Category: Trends
Opinion: Economy 4.0 is here to stay
There is a race between countries and companies to provide platforms and create ecosystems to benefit from this innovation. These new technologies are disruptive and will change every aspect of our lives.
In rich countries, the middle class is getting smaller and smaller, generation by generation
The “economic influence” of the middle class has also dropped sharply over time, said the OECD report, which was published on April 10.
Dubai: Sarwa launches Halal, SRI portfolios
Dubai-based startup Sarwa has launched its Halal and Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) portfolios and has lowered the minimum to open up an account to $500.
Malaysia: Trace Labs and OneAgrix partner to enable halal traceability on the blockchain
Trace Labs and OneAgrix will be announcing a partnership that will utilise blockchain-enabled solutions for transparency of Halal food at the Industry Forum on the 3 April 2019 @ 3pm in MITEC Kuala Lumpur, where the annual MIHAS 2019 exhibition is being held. OneAgrix, a B2B online marketplace for the sourcing of Halal food ingredients […]
UK: 35% of Food & Drink Businesses Impacted by Plant-Based Trend
Buyers with an appetite for the latest food & drink trends, will be able to tap into the most up-to-date innovations and insights at IFE 2019 – TAKING PLACE NOW at ExCeL London
Pestalotiopsis Microspora: The Mushroom That Eats Plastic
More precisely, Pestalotiopsis microspora consumes polyurethane, the key ingredient in plastic products, and converts it to organic matter.
Blockchain for Food Traceability in the Halal Food Industry
Unblock meetup in Kuala Lumpur, invited some of people to share their views on how the blockchain technology can transform the Halal food industry in Malaysia.
Opinion: Muslims, the world’s last great untapped market
From halal mozzarella to smart hijabs, faith-driven consumers are demanding products that dovetail with their modern lifestyles. A look at where the market is headed – and when
Opinion: How is Muslim beauty redefining the Asian cosmetic market?
Florence Bernardin explains the growing importance of Malaysia and Indonesia in the global beauty market.
Malaysia and Indonesia rush to slice up $3tn global halal market
Malaysia ranks first among countries best-positioned to seize opportunities in the Islamic economy, according to a 2018-2019 report by Thomson Reuters and DinarStandard.
Opinion: Meet the halal beauty brand looking to appeal to consumers regardless of their religious beliefs
Launching in the UK this June, Shade M will start with 16 shades of liquid lipstick, before rolling out a full range of beauty products.
Opinion: Why fashion brands must try harder to capture the ‘Muslim pound’
This diverse, global and super savvy customer base are increasingly characterised by a desire for conservative clothing with genuine fashion credentials.
UK: ‘Healthy’ Deliveroo-style app to launch in Dubai and London
Abul Rob, founder of online food delivery service Pronto Eat, is looking to claim his own slice of this growing dietary pie.
Opinion: 7 trends expected to shape the next phase of Halal travel sector
Here are some main trends that marketers should know about the halal travel sector to stay ahead of the curve.
Opinion: How ‘Halal media’ can change perceptions of Muslim world
Reuters’ recent State of the Global Islamic Economy Report revealed that Muslim countries are emerging as a production powerhouse for “halal media”.
Opinion: Why more businesses are taking advantage of the growing Halal economy
In recent years we have been able to observe a phenomenal growth in some economical sectors. One such sector is the global Islamic economy.
Marketing the Muslim Woman: Hijabs and Modest Fashion are the NewCorporate Trend in the Trump Era
By selling modest clothing or spotlighting a hijabi in an ad campaign, the U.S. clothing industry is beckoning Muslim women to be its latest consumer niche.
UAE: Pret-A-Cover™ Buyers Lane 2019, The Retail Summit Edition
In addition to the smashing speaker line-up, attendees will have first-time access to the action-packed modest lifestyle showcases of Pret-A-Cover™ Buyers Lane 2019 being exhibited at The Retail Summit’s very own The Market Place.
Opinion: Uber Eats predicts the big UAE food trends of 2019
Using data collected from its food delivery app, Uber Eats has predicted that a number of vegan food stuffs are set to go mainstream in 2019, as an increasing number of people search for plant-based products.
USA: Impossible Foods Gets Halal Certification for Meatless Burger
The Impossible Burger earned its Halal certification on Monday from the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America, marking a major milestone on the meat industry disruptor’s path to feeding the world.
