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AB Majlis podcast: Jebal Jais to have accommodation on the mountains ‘within a year’, reveals RAKTDA’s CEO
The CEO talks developments in the RAK tourism landscape including new launches, tourism goals, Wynn gaming resort and more
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AB Majlis podcast: Why investing in culture is no longer a luxury – A chat with Dubai Opera’s Paolo Petrocelli
Investing in culture has boosted Dubai’s economic growth as Dubai Opera rakes in record sales, says Petrocelli
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AB Majlis podcast: Are you delusional enough? Mindvalley’s Vishen Lakhiani on why being unrealistic can change the world
“The greatest achievers in the world have no respect for the words ‘be realistic’,” Lakhiani says
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AB Majlis podcast: AI is giving wine experts a run for their money, says CityDrinks CEO
Genie, the multilingual AI sommelier, streamlines wine selection in Arabic, Hindi, Spanish, French, Japanese, and other languages
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AB Majlis podcast: The Gulf’s women leaders are rewriting the rules of business, says Emma Burdett
Her insights on the show painted a picture of a region on the cusp of change in female entrepreneurship and leadership
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AB Majlis podcast: Carlos Ghosn denounces ‘weaponisation of justice’ in exclusive interview
As legal proceedings continue in multiple jurisdictions, Ghosn’s story remains a cautionary tale about the intersections of business, politics, and justice in the global economy
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AB Majlis podcast: Dubai’s Muhammad Binghatti talks expansion plans, luxury real estate, branded residences
On the latest episode, Muhammad Binghatti revealed ambitious growth plans and shared insights on the company’s unique approach to branded residences
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AB Majlis podcast: Consistency trumps all for personal branding success, says author Kelly Lundberg
Lundberg’s message was clear: in the world of personal branding, consistency trumps all
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AB Majlis podcast: How Dubai became the world’s favourite playground – In conversation with DET’s Hoor Al Khaja
A diversified approach to source markets and tourism offerings has cemented Dubai’s position as a global destination powerhouse where there’s “something for everyone,” says DET’s SVP of International Operations
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AB Majlis podcast: Dubai’s Brookfield Properties eyes Gulf expansion amid premium office crunch
CEO Rob Devereux did not confirm specific projects, but hinted at opportunities for expansion in Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia to capitalise on the region’s growing demand for premium commercial real estate
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AB Majlis podcast: Shiba Inu founders reveal plans to step down and hand control to community by year-end
Shiba Inu founders reveal plans to step away and empower the crypto community on the latest episode of AB Majlis
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AB Majlis podcast: Understanding the transformative potential of AI with Microsoft’s Rima Semaan
In the latest episode of AB Majlis, Rima Semaan, Data and AI Lead at Microsoft UAE, offered exclusive insights into the burgeoning AI landscape in the UAE, highlighting the nation’s forward-thinking approach and the significant impact AI is having across various sectors
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AB Majlis podcast: Invest now, thank yourself later, says HSBC’s Basit Saiyed
This comes at a time when traditional savings accounts are falling short, prompting more people to turn to investments for better financial gains
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AB Majlis podcast: Exploring the future of the digital payments landscape with Mastercard’s J.K. Khalil
The latest episode of AB Majlis explores how the lines between physical and digital economies are blurring, potentially transforming the way we think about money and value in our daily lives
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AB Majlis podcast: The everyday economics of fine dining – A chat with Gault&Millau UAE’s David Constable
From the rise of chef’s tables to the increasing use of local ingredients, Editor David Constable offers a comprehensive look at the economics and innovation driving Dubai’s culinary scene
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AB Majlis podcast: The future of money? Credit cards, crypto and cash with Visa’s Dr. Saeeda Jaffar
The latest episode of AB Majlis dives into the shifts in digital payments, from the dominance of contactless transactions to the rise of AI-powered security and the potential of crypto, painting a picture of a cashless future