Business Leader Spotlight: Brent Yap

Tell us about yourself I am Brent Yap, a Malaysian-qualified corporate and commercial lawyer currently based in Dubai as OF counsel with Nasser Yousuf Al Khamis Law Firm (www.nyk.ae). I also serve as international legal counsel to an established mainland Chinese law firm, Win Long Guangdong Law Firm (www.winlongguangdong.com). Back home in Malaysia, I am […]

A New Made in Italy Revolution: Petrone Caseificio Smart Respectfully Integrates with Local Territories, Agriculture and Craftsmanship

In recent years, the concept of “Made in Italy” has evolved far beyond simply representing style or luxury. Today, it stands for how Italian creativity, technical mastery and cultural heritage can authentically integrate with — and elevate — the economies and social fabrics of host countries. This evolution is crucial for brands and companies seeking […]

Social Capital — The Trust-Based Strategy Every Founder Will Benefit From

In today’s founder economy, social capital is as powerful as financial capital—yet often undervalued until you need it most. The difference between a slow moving start-up and one with momentum could very well be stronger social capital: the trusted networks, sounding boards, and thought partners behind the scenes. As traditional hierarchies dissolve, the modern founder’s […]

From “Beauty and the Being”: The Bridge to Humanity’s Next Evolution in Beauty and AI

In today’s rapidly changing business world, industries that until recently operated in complete isolation are discovering powerful opportunities at their intersections — between the worlds of beauty and cutting-edge technology, particularly in the field of conscious artificial intelligence (AI). This is much more than a fleeting trend. It is a fundamental change in the way […]

Reimagining Vacant Offices as Dedicated Student Housing in U.S. Cities

As U.S. cities grapple with rising rents, underutilized office space, and growing student populations, one developer is proposing a practical, scalable solution. Mohammad Shwiqi, a real estate developer, is advancing a student housing model rooted in global precedent and tailored for today’s urban challenges. At the center of Shwiqi’s proposal is the implementation of purpose-built […]