Event Spotlight: Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld 2026. An exclusive interview with Philipp Ferger – Vice President Consumer Goods Fairs – Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH

Tell us about your upcoming event, Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld 2026 Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld form the largest and most international one-stop platform for the global consumer goods industry. They will take place simultaneously on the Frankfurt exhibition grounds from 6 – 9 / 10 February 2026. The strong registration figures show that the industry […]

December 2025 Cover Feature: Redefining Cybersecurity: How AccuSights Is Building the Future of Digital Trust

Tell us about AccuSights Sam Khan: AccuSights is a U.S.-based Cybersecurity platform. It was unearthed with the belief that world-class protection should not be a privilege for Fortune 100 companies, but a right for every business, whether small or big. I founded AccuSights in Chicago and expanded into the UAE cybersecurity this year, officially launching […]

The Middle East’s Career Revolution: Border-less Opportunities Powered by AI

In a region accelerating toward the future, it’s frustrating to watch capable young people slowed down by systems that no longer match their ambition. Their struggle isn’t rooted in a lack of talent, it’s rooted in a lack of access. Over the years, I’ve seen brilliant minds miss out on life-changing opportunities simply because the […]

Start Up Spotlight: Kingpin

An interview with Harsh Sajnani (co-founder & CEO) and Guilherme Soares (co-founder & COO). Tell us about your startup Kingpin. Kingpin is a revenue engine for brands, distributors, and retailers to run their B2B transactions. Most teams still run these transactions across disconnected tools and events. They prospect in one place, like trade shows, qualify […]

Spotlight Feature: Ivan Modia, Chief Executive Officer, Gallop Global & Tournament Director of Dubai Premier Padel P1

Tell us about yourself and your career journey to Tournament Director of Dubai Premier Padel P1. I’ve spent more than two decades working at the intersection of sport, business, and large-scale event creation. My journey started in player management,  helping young footballers navigate contracts and global careers,  before moving into the business side of sport. […]

Company Spotlight: Andy Zhao, Founder & CEO, Valerion

Tell us about your display at Gitex. At GITEX GLOBAL 2025, Valerion by AWOL Vision is launching its flagship VisionMaster Max projector in the Middle East, debuting the next generation of home theater experiences that refine home entertainment. Visitors will experience a custom-built home theater setup demonstrating ultra-deep blacks, lifelike color accuracy, and exceptional brightness […]

Energy Intelligence in Modern Hotels: Raffi Torikian, General Manager, Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina

Why is sustainability so important for the hospitality sector right now? As an industry that directly impacts communities and natural resources, we play a vital role in reducing environmental footprint while supporting Dubai’s Vision 2050 Net Zero Carbon Strategy. At Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina, our commitment aligns with IHG’s “Journey to Tomorrow” and the IHG […]