Thales' Pascale Sourisse on how national human capital is fuelling UAE’s growth

Thales’ Pascale Sourisse on how national human capital is fuelling UAE’s growth

The president and CEO Thales International says the challenge is developing a workforce that is not just technically competent, but also strategically minded, capable of driving innovation across sectors

Royal Commission for AlUla's Phillip Jones on culture, community, conservation

Royal Commission for AlUla’s Phillip Jones on culture, community, conservation

The chief tourism officer shares how the destination is influencing the kingdom’s tourism momentum and its model that blends conservation, community, and culture

Mastercard's Prakriti Singh on integrating stablecoins into mainstream commerce

Mastercard’s Prakriti Singh on integrating stablecoins into mainstream commerce

Mastercard’s Prakriti Singh outlines how the agreement with Circle could reshape cross-border payments, remittances, and digital trade

Accenture report on ai adoption acrss regional firms image for illustrative purposes Getty-Images-for-illustrative-purposes-finds-report

Most Middle Eastern firms have reinvention plans but few scale efforts, Accenture says

Accenture found that 76 per cent of business leaders believe generative AI could raise output per worker by more than 10 per cent within three years

Why fractional leadership is the next strategic advantage for Dubai founders

Why fractional leadership is the next strategic advantage for Dubai founders

Fractional leadership gives founders the ability to import expertise without importing fixed costs

AXD Space's Ayman Al Awadhi why the future belongs to ecosystems, not just offices

AXD Space’s Ayman Al Awadhi why the future belongs to ecosystems, not just offices

The co-founder of AXD Space shares why the future belongs to ecosystems, not just offices

Dubai Holding Entertainment's CEO on investing in immersive attractions

Dubai Holding Entertainment’s CEO on investing in immersive attractions

Fernando Eiroa on expanding the group’s global reach and redefining leisure through story-driven attractions

Etoile Group CEO Samer Khouri on financing the future of luxury retail

Etoile MD Samer Khouri on financing the future of luxury retail

The future of luxury retail will undoubtedly be shaped by those who invest in digital transformation and align their strategies with evolving consumer expectations, without losing sight of the human touch

Azentio CEO Sanjay Singh on fintech’s role in the future of Islamic finance

Azentio CEO Sanjay Singh on fintech’s role in the future of Islamic finance

Singh explains how fintech is redefining lending across the GCC, the critical role of governance in AI adoption, and what trends will drive fintech innovation in 2026

Digital readiness is the backbone of resilient financial markets in the GCC

Digital readiness is the backbone of resilient financial markets in the GCC

Resilience in 2025 is not about predicting the next crisis. It is about proving that you can withstand it, with data that investors can trust, insights that are timely, and decisions that are visible, says Mirwani

Forcepoint's Samer Diya on AI, collaboration and next wave of cyber threats

Forcepoint’s Samer Diya on AI, collaboration and next wave of cyber threats

Forcepoint’s Diya explains how AI-native security, real-time analytics, and stronger public-private collaboration are reshaping the nation’s cybersecurity landscape

Tally’s Vikas Panchal on keeping business management human-centered

Tally’s Vikas Panchal on keeping business management human-centered

The MENA GM shares Tally’s innovations are helping MSMEs adapt to evolving regulatory demands and balance flexibility with data privacy

Airalo’s CEO on rising eSIM adoption and trends shaping digital mobility

Airalo’s CEO on rising eSIM adoption and trends shaping digital mobility

Today, with over 20 million users in 200 countries, Airalo is redefining global connectivity — and the Middle East is fast emerging as one of its most strategic growth markets

Sheraa’s Sara Al Nuaimi on powering the UAE’s next wave of women-led innovation

From funding and mentorship to purpose-driven leadership, the Sheraa CEO explains how empowering women founders is key to building a more inclusive and future-ready economy

How Oman’s new digital banking regulations are reshaping the financial sector

How Oman’s new digital banking regulations are reshaping the financial sector

Trowers & Hamlins’ senior associate in international banking and finance, shares insights on navigating Oman’s new digital banking regulations

du CEO Fahad Al Hassawi showcases its AI, 5.5G leadership

du CEO Fahad Al Hassawi showcases its AI, 5.5G leadership

From the launch of the sovereign AI Park and AI Factory to advances in 5.5G, edge computing, and sovereign cloud infrastructure, Al Hassawi explains how du is building the backbone for an AI-powered nation

Insights by Blue Yonder's Simon Bowes on embracing the full potential of the AI-powered supply chain

Insights: Embracing the full potential of the AI-powered supply chain

In a region like the UAE, where logistics and transport have been named top-priority sectors for AI adoption by both government and industry stakeholders, building AI resilience into supply chains is especially critical, says Bowes

Suliman Gaouda, Regional Vice President, Middle East & Africa, Sitecore

Sitecore’s Suliman Gaouda on shaping personalised digital experiences in the region

The regional VP, MEA, Sitecore Middle East, shares how the composable, cloud-native platform is helping Middle Eastern organisations deliver secure, personalised, and efficient digital experiences

JP Morgan study reveals what world's wealthiest value now

New J.P. Morgan report shows what world’s wealthiest really value now

A new J.P. Morgan report finds that 90 per cent of the world’s richest families now define true wealth as time, health, and relationships, marking a clear shift from financial accumulation to purposeful living

ADNOC Distribution’s Ali Siddiqi on record growth in Q3, strategic expansion, innovation

ADNOC Distribution’s Ali Siddiqi on record growth in Q3, strategic expansion, innovation

Acting CFO Ali Siddiqi shares the drivers of ADNOC Distribution’s Q3 record performance, the company’s ambitious expansion plans, and its push into technology, EV infrastructure, and customer-centric innovation

Powering growth: How project management certifications shape future leaders

Powering growth: How project management certifications help shape future leaders

As organisations race to deliver ambitious projects across a fast-changing global landscape, certified project managers are becoming the backbone of execution — bridging strategy with results

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

Insights: Closing the talent gap in Saudi Arabia’s water sector 

True resilience comes when Saudi engineers are fully empowered and equipped — not just to participate in the workforce, but to lead it, says Al Harbi

JETOUR's Ke Chuandeng on the global G700 Launch, the brand’s popularity in the UAE 

JETOUR’s Ke Chuandeng on the global G700 Launch, the brand’s popularity in the UAE 

The president of JETOUR International, discusses the brand’s historic UAE sales, upcoming G700 debut, and strategy to redefine premium off-road mobility in the region 

Whizmo's Eric Karobia on 6 trends shaping the future of financial apps

Whizmo’s Eric Karobia on 6 trends shaping the future of financial apps

Whizmo’s CEO outlines how financial technology is turning digital wallets into engines of inclusion, speed, and trust

.Jason Leavy, founder and chief executive coach, and Samira Cutts, PhD, a cognitive neuroscientist and chief performance coach on longevity vs living

Insights: Why the longevity obsession misses the point

As executives chase biomarkers and biohacks in the quest to live longer, Prime Performance Labs’ Jason Leavy and Samira Cutts argue that true longevity isn’t about extending lifespan, but enriching it

Shivkumar Rohira, CEO, EMEA, of Klay Group, on recalibrating for a multi-polar market: what investors should know

Recalibrating for a multi-polar market: what investors should know

As global wealth creation enters a new era of higher rates, fragmented growth, and rapid technological disruption, Gulf investors are rethinking how to balance resilience, risk, and purpose

Ancient desert wisdom: Your guide to thriving amid leadership burnout

Ancient desert wisdom: Your guide to thriving amid leadership burnout

How ancient desert wisdom can help today’s leaders navigate burnout with purpose, rhythm, and beauty

Science of harm reduction: What the Middle East can learn from Sweden

Sweden is a best-practice example of how switching away from cigarettes can fundamentally reshape public health trends, writes BAT’s Alexandre Ghanem.

Dr Behjat Al Yousuf on how the UAE Is shaping the next wave of energy innovation

Dr Behjat Al Yousuf on how the UAE Is shaping the next wave of energy innovation

Dr Behjat Al Yousuf, a Selection Committee member of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, explains how the UAE’s collaborative ecosystem is turning the country into a living laboratory for scalable clean-energy solutions

Wrong hires: The GCC’s next enterprise risk

Wrong hires: The GCC’s next enterprise risk

The cost of a wrong hire varies by role and by organisation, but as you might expect, typically the more senior — and more highly paid —the role is, the greater the expense