Videos

Ajman Bank CEO Mustafa Al Khalfawi joins Gulf Business Editor Neesha Salian for an in-depth discussion on the bank’s strategic transformation and the key factors behind its record-breaking performance

With its sights set on prestigious series such as Euro Cup 3, the Formula Regional Middle East Championship (FRMEC), and Formula 4 (F4), newly launched formula racing team AKCEL GP is looking to dominate the track, nurture the next generation of racing talent, and break boundaries in a sport where every millisecond counts.

AKCEL GP is the latest venture from the AKCEL Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning technology, real estate, IT, and green energy. Founded by UK-based businessman Amit Kaushal, the group’s ethos of sustainability and innovation forms the backbone of this motorsport endeavour.

In this interview, Kaushal explains the thinking behind the AKCEL GP launch.

In this interview, Ahmed Al-Anqari, CEO of Etihad Salam Telecom, reveals the company’s journey from its 2005 roots in fixed telecom services to its transformation into a leading digital services provider in Saudi Arabia. He discusses the strategic shift toward AI, IoT, and cloud technologies, explaining how robust global partnerships and initiatives like “Green Tomorrow” are laying the groundwork for the future of digital connectivity. Additionally, he highlights the company’s recent participation at LEAP and its role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s digitalisation efforts.

In this interview, Pablo Sanz Salcedo, executive director of digital products at ROSHN Group in Saudi Arabia, outlines the company’s digital strategy. He explains ROSHN’s collaboration with Google on AI initiatives and discusses how digital channels are increasingly used in property sales, with some transactions completed entirely online.

Federico Pienovi, CEO and CBO of New Markets at Globant, sheds light on why the digitally native tech giant — known for reinventing businesses with innovative technology solutions and counting Disney among its major clients— has made a strong presence at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh. He also shares insights into Globant’s new partnership with Red Sea Global and what it means for the company’s regional ambitions.

Basma Dawwas, director of strategic programs, conferences, and content strategy at Tahaluf, shares insights into the new segments debuting at LEAP 2025, including the event’s expanded focus on sportstech. She also offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to manage one of the region’s largest tech events.

At LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, we sat down with Cherian Varghese, Senior Vice President for AI, Cloud Infrastructure at Oracle, to discuss Zoom’s latest AI-first innovation in Saudi Arabia—powered by Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

Richard McKeon, VP of Marketing & Communications at Tahaluf, has been instrumental in shaping Riyadh’s global tech showpiece, LEAP, since its launch in 2022. In this interview, he discusses the event’s rapid growth, the challenges of managing its rising popularity, and what it takes to run a world-class tech gathering on this scale.

Iwan Stella, VP Head of Strategy & Commercial Management, Market Area Middle East & Africa at Ericsson, speaks to Gulf Business at LEAP 2025 about the company’s regional expansion, particularly in Saudi Arabia. He shares insights on how Ericsson is strengthening 5G connectivity, the impact of digital transformation, and what’s next for 6G. Watch for key takeaways on the future of telecom in the region.

Tahaluf CEO Mike Champion shares how his company has transformed the global events landscape, skyrocketing Riyadh’s LEAP 2025 into one of the world’s most attended tech events. From attracting $5tn in investment for startups to hosting tech icons and football legends, Champion explains how Tahaluf is reshaping Saudi Arabia’s events industry at record speed.

Sheheryar Rasul, CEO Group Wealth Management at Habib Bank AG Zurich, talks to Gulf business about the ever-evolving private banking landscape. He discusses both challenges and opportunities for the industry and how HBZ is positioning itself to best serve its client base.

Lakhiani talks about the Future Human summit, Mindvalley’s vision and offers great tips to enhance productivity and maintain a work-life balance

From the site of ORO24’s latest development, Torino, Atif Rahman shares his insights into the forces driving growth in the UAE’s real estate market. The founder of ORO24 also gives an exclusive look into the vision behind his newest project.

Jasim Al Awadi, du’s Chief ICT Officer, talks about pushing sub-brands and real-world applications of humanoids, agritech, generative AI, and GPU as a service.

In this exclusive video, Gulf Business Group Editor Gareth van Zyl explores one of Grandiose’s flagship stores at Dubai’s B1 Mall, Al Barsha First. Joining him, Grandiose CEO Manish Sabnis and Deputy CEO Mussaab Aboud reveal their ambitious growth strategy and bold expansion plans that are set to transform the UAE’s retail landscape.

The inaugural 24 Fintech event in Riyadh, which took place from 3 – 5 September 2024, was a huge success with thousands of delegates and attendees taking part in the exhibition. In this interview, Annabelle Mander, the Senior Vice President for Tahaluf (the organisers of 24 Fintech), tells us more about thinking behind launching 24 Fintech in Riyadh, and some of the key numbers for this debut event.

Capital.com is one of the world’s fastest-growing trading platforms. While it is attracting traders to its platform, it’s also pulling in retail investors. And Tarik Chebib, who is the CEO for Capital.com in the Middle East, says he is seeing a major shift where investors in this region are increasingly looking to bypass traditional financial advisors and take more control over their investments. It’s a trend that has caught on in many other parts of the world, such as the US and Europe where ETFs have empowered retail investors with lower costs and greater market access.

Ali Sajwani and Amira Sajwani, share details of the launch of Amali Island, a collection of exclusive villas on The World Islands

George Kunnappally, the managing director of Nando’s UAE, oversees the popular chain known for its…

Watch this video to find out about all that Oppo Reno 12 has under the hood.

Emirati serial entrepreneur Mahmoud Bartawi knows a thing or two about starting and exiting a…

Neil Petch is the founder and chairman of a company that many entrepreneurs in the…

Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, tells us why he thinks that Dubai’s real estate sector is more resilient than it’s ever been

In this interview, Maqsam’s CEO and Co-founder, Sinan Taifour, explains to Gulf Business how Maqsam is revolutionising customer interactions with innovative AI solutions for contact centres, enabling intelligent Arabic conversations.

Live from the SEAMLESS Middle East & Saudi Arabia conference in Dubai, Taifour dives into the standout features of Maqsam’s AI-driven solution, the inspiration behind the company’s inception, and the impressive success and functionalities of its AI Voice Bot in the MENA market. Discover these insights and more by watching the full interview below.

Visa plans to introduce the Visa Instalments Solution (VIS) in the GCC for the first time, aiming to enhance consumer shopping experiences and provide widespread acceptance of installment solutions.

In conversation with Gulf Business, Abbas Sajwani speaks about the factors driving his latest real estate offering. 

Salam’s chief executive officer gives us insight into how his company is growing, as well as some of the big announcements that they made at LEAP 2024 in Riyadh

Michael Champion gives us insight into what it takes to host and organise such a high-growth event

Alat is a new Saudi Arabian, PIF-backed company which is aiming to create a new global sustainable technology manufacturing hub in the kingdom. Semi-conductor veteran and ex-Singapore resident, Brian Rogove is the co-chief of corporate development at Alat. And in this podcast, Rogove tells us about Alat’s $150m deal with Japanese tech investor, Softbank. As part of the deal, robots are set to roll off the production floor in a year from now, says Rogove, who spoke to Gulf Business from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The driving force behind the continuing success and expansion of the GMG group can be credited to the young and dynamic CEO of the group, Mohammad A Baker

Kapoor attributes the upward trend seen over the past three years to Dubai’s dynamic economy, vibrant lifestyle, strategic location, favourable tax regime, exceptional infrastructure, world-class healthcare facilities, safe environment and the allure of the Golden Visa programme

Robin Ubaghs, co-founder of Propchain and the Welfare Group shares how his ventures are using…

The whole world is trying to figure out a greener energy mix. But as Majid Jafar, the CEO of Crescent Petroleum points out, this can’t be achieved without fossil fuels and, more particularly, cleaner natural gas. In this exclusive interview with Gulf Business, Jafar unpacks why a pragmatic energy transition is the best way for the world to move forward.

The CIO of Saxo Bank, Steen Jakobsen, tells us about some of the key risks facing the global economy in 2024

To talk about the club’s performance and prospects in 2024, Manchester City’s former striker and ambassador, Paul Dickov sat down with Gulf Business in Dubai

Richard A Williams, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, speaks to Gulf Business about utilising…

Gulf Business’ Group Editor, Gareth Van Zyl speaks to Sri Lanka’s President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the sidelines of the COP28 summit in Dubai

In the Middle East and Africa (MEA), the consumer tech industry has witnessed substantial growth,…

Atif Rahman, the founder and chairman of ORO24 Real Estate Developments, shares his thoughts on…

From setting up an ambitious pipeline in Saudi Arabia to surpassing hospitality standards in the…

Sir Tim Clark, in his award acceptance speech, looks back at the phenomenal growth journey of the UAE’s flag carrier over the past four decades

Gulf Business held the 11th edition of the annual Gulf Business Awards at the illustrious…

The second episode of the podcast series Situation Today with Gulf Business has our group…

Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. With connections across more than…

GITEX GLOBAL 2023 showcased the latest in technology. From AI to cybersecurity, from enterprise to…

Illumio’s Trevor Dearing speaks to Gulf Business on the sidelines of GITEX GLOBAL 2023 about…

Gulf Business caught up with Haidi Nossair, senior director of Client Solutions Group, META, at…

Logitech is harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to help deliver solutions that allow…

Alpha Data, one of the leading systems integrator in the Middle East catches up with…

Gulf Business caught up with Dr Zhu Shenggao, vice president of AI, Huawei Cloud Middle…

Gulf Business caught up with top executives of MDS and HPE at the recently concluded…

OPPO has launched the latest Reno10 series, featuring three new phones – Reno10 Pro+ 5G,…

Gulf Business shines the spotlight on OPPO’s meteoric rise in the Middle East market, its…

Blockchain protocol offers a range of potential benefits for emerging markets such as increased financial…

Banke International Properties’ Porush Jhunjhunwala highlights the abundant investment prospects in the UAE’s real estate…

Yango Delivery offers an impressive on-time delivery rate, ensuring that packages arrive at their intended destination within the promised timeframe, says Agam Garg

The Middle East has seen a significant growth in cloud technology in recent years. The…

Featuring a dual micro-curved design, the Reno8 T 5G has a 120Hz 3D curved screen…