While the world debates whether AI will replace human workers, women across the Middle East are proving a different point entirely: AI doesn’t replace leaders, it creates them. From Dubai to Riyadh, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Women entrepreneurs are launching fintech startups with AI-powered prototypes built in months, not years. Marketing executives are using […]
The world-class applications of AI range from helping businesses run more smoothly and painlessly serve customer needs. More and more companies are using AI to outdo each other. These processes in their turn bring up issues like bias, data privacy, transparency, and liability. If these matters are sidelined or are devoid of a transparent system, […]
Artificial Intelligence has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to a present-day reality influencing industries, governance, and daily life. With its increasing autonomy and decision-making capabilities, the ethical implications of AI have sparked heated debate: **Are humans truly capable of setting AI’s ethical standards?** While governments, organizations, and researchers strive to establish frameworks for responsible […]
In today’s dynamic business landscape, leadership is no longer about command and control. It’s about connection, clarity, and continuous growth. Exceptional leaders consistently demonstrate six key traits: self-leadership, effective communication, strong values, kindness, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset. These ingredients form the foundation of a leadership style that is both human-centred and results-driven. 1. […]
In the entrepreneurial world, we often equate wealth with strategy: pricing, funnels, audience growth, and scaling. But what if the key to exponential success wasn’t just in the business plan — but in the way you think, feel, and embody wealth? Welcome to the psychology of wealth — the inner game that determines how much […]
Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. It demands courage, agility, and a relentless belief in what you’re building. But for many founders, it becomes a daily fight for survival—chasing clients, managing cash flow, wearing every hat. The thrill of starting turns into the stress of sustaining. So, how do you move beyond survival […]
The development of information technologies brings new challenges. It is especially relevant for the field of cybersecurity. Malicious actors adopt AI-powered solutions, enhance phishing techniques, and evolve their tactics. The issue of new data transfer channels became acute with the widespread use of remote work and hybrid workplaces. Therefore, protective measures need to adjust to […]
Introduction: The Rise of the Mass Affluent Investor The Middle East is witnessing a surge in its mass affluent population—individuals with investable assets ranging from $100,000 to $1 million. This diverse group, including professionals, entrepreneurs, and expatriates, seeks to manage their wealth with the sophistication of professional investors. Yet, with their high fees and focus […]
Health and wellness used to be seen as individual pursuits. Today, they’re at the center of national vision statements, business strategies, and startup pitch decks across the Middle East. As someone who has worked with federations, founded fitness ventures, and advised wellness startups, I’ve seen a striking shift: wellness is no longer just a lifestyle—it’s […]
Picture this dear reader. Picture a grandiose Victorian house in a small seaside town near Margate. It is the early 1970s and I am a small boy, playing on the floor in my nana’s kitchen. I can’t remember what I am playing with, possibly some plastic soldiers or an Evel Knievel stunt cycle. The shards […]
