From splurging billions to attract global football megastars to bidding to host the 2034 World Cup, Saudi is embarking on an ambitious economic diversification drive through sports, but is it sustainable?
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AB Majlis podcast: Building trust in AI through data, ethics and anti-bias – A chat with Microsoft and MBRSG experts
Dr. Fadi Salem, Director of Research and Advisory at the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government (MBRSG), and Ali Haidar, Corporate Counsel and UAE Lead for Corporate, External and Legal Affairs at Microsoft, weigh in on responsible AI and what a potential ethical framework could entail in the near future
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AB Majlis podcast: RAK Properties unveils ambitious projects, new developments, strategic partnerships
The latest episode of AB Majlis in conversation with Sameh Al Muhtadi, CEO of RAK Properties brings to light the latest developments, ambitious projects, strategic partnerships and more
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AB Majlis podcast: Why SMEs are crucial to Saudi Vision 2030’s success – In conversation with Kearney ME finance experts
Zeeshan Khwaja and Naman Sharma of Kearney Middle East discuss the SME funding gap in the Gulf region and how banks can serve better them to enhance economic diversification
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AB Majlis podcast: A deep dive into the crypto industry’s road to redemption – In conversation with Chainalysis
Arushi Goel and Nicola Buonanno offer expert insights on tackling crypto crime and regaining public trust on the latest episode of AB Majlis
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AB Majlis podcast: Inside Microsoft and M42’s AI collaboration transforming medicine
M42’s Ashish Koshy and Microsoft’s Elena Bonfiglioli reveal details of their joint mission to build an AI-powered life sciences platform to accelerate scientific breakthroughs
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AB Majlis podcast: How Microsoft, e& are shaping the future of AI with UAE leading the revolution
This episode dives into the dynamic landscape of AI, exploring its diverse applications, addressing common misconceptions, and championing initiatives aimed at upskilling the workforce for the challenges and opportunities of the future
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AB Majlis podcast: The world’s most coveted ingredient? In conversation with Truffle House’s Mihai Florescu
Truffles have long been revered as one of the most decadent and expensive ingredients in haute cuisine. But what exactly are these mysterious fungi and why do they command such astronomical prices?
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AB Majlis podcast: Inside the $2 trillion economy of dirty money – In conversation with Eastnets CEO Hazem Mulhim
Criminals are continuously leveraging everything from ransomware to deepfakes to move dirty money, Eastnets CEO says in AB Majlis podcast interview
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AB Majlis podcast: The world needs more doctors, says Pediatrician Dr. Sarah Rizk
With a global shortage of more than 4 million healthcare professionals, the decline in medicine as a career aspiration among youngsters could likely exacerbate this problem
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AB Majlis podcast: ‘I have never felt as a woman more safe or secure than anywhere in the world,’ says AlUla’s Melanie Dsouza
The podcast explored AlUla, a hidden gem in Saudi Arabia which stands as a museum carved into itself and how it is set to welcome millions of visitors, all while protecting the history and culture of the destination
AB Majlis podcast: Megavrse’s Simon Fletcher, Mojtaba Asadian discuss the power of Web3, Dubai’s pivotal role
In the latest episode of the AB Majlis podcast, Fletcher and Asadian share their optimism about the metaverse’s transformative impact on various industries
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AB Majlis podcast: Alex Zagrebleny and Ben Bandari reveal what it takes to build and sell wellness-focused real estate
Where ancient knowledge meets cutting-edge technology – real estate experts Alex Zagrebleny and Ben Bandari share their insights on what it takes to build Dubai’s most health-conscious residential complex
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AB Majlis podcast: How the diamond industry misunderstood itself – in conversation with Fergus James
The diamond industry misunderstood consumers and was blindsided by the explosive growth of lab-grown diamonds, says Dubai-based jewellery brand owner
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AB Majlis podcast: Bitcoin better than gold, could replace fiat, says Binance’s Alex Chehade
As the cryptocurrency landscape continues to captivate global attention, Chehade’s perspectives shed light on the transformative potential of digital assets and the path forward for one of the world’s leading crypto exchanges
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AB Majlis podcast: Atlantis Dubai not threatened by competition from upcoming gaming, entertainment resort brands, says President Timothy Kelly
The Atlantis “stands alone” and “very few brands” can match it, the hotel boss said
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AB Majlis podcast: Geopolitics will ‘hit you where it hurts,’ Nicolas Michelon warns businesses
Business owners must closely monitor geopolitical shifts and trade dynamics as global power balances change, a geopolitical risk expert says in an interview on the AB Majlis podcastAB Majlis