The recent national Government directive to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) as a core subject from kindergarten to grade 12 has sparked the debate on how the technology will be embedded in the curriculum and what impact it will have on the mechanics of learning and assessment. Education and AI experts have united to discuss the […]
Category: TECHNOLOGY
Where The Money Goes: The Reality Of Managing Money Abroad
When I first moved abroad, I expected challenges – adjusting to new cultures, building networks, and navigating unfamiliar business systems. But what I didn’t expect was that managing my money would be the hardest part. As an expat entrepreneur, I expected challenges like everyone does – adjusting to new cultures, navigating unfamiliar business environments, and […]
Rethinking Recruitment: How AI is Quietly Redefining Hiring in the Middle East
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work, and nowhere is this more evident than in how companies hire. For decades, recruitment relied on intuition, CV stacks, and often biased human judgment. But today, the hiring process is being reshaped by data-driven systems designed to make it faster, fairer, and more scalable. In the Middle […]
From Smart to Strategic: How AI Is Rewiring Venture Capital
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword on the sidelines of venture capital. It’s becoming the backbone of an emerging breed of venture capital (VC) firms – from sourcing deals and conducting due diligence to supporting founders and boosting portfolio performance. But this isn’t just about chasing efficiency. It’s a direct response to a fundamental […]
How we’re using AI for impact beyond Sprints
If you know Sprints, you know we’ve been in the edtech space for five years now. Our mission is bold but clear: upskill 100 million learners by 2030. From day one, we knew that reaching this kind of scale would require powerful, tech-driven solutions that wouldn’t sacrifice quality. Like any edtech platform, we faced the […]
Identity as the New Perimeter: Protecting the Modern Enterprise
Let’s be real: the traditional security perimeter is dead. With the explosion of remote work, cloud computing, and BYOD (bring your own device), we’re no longer dealing with neatly defined boundaries that we can wrap in a firewall and call it a day. Today, identity is the new perimeter, and if you’re not treating it that […]
Lluis Mas: Leading the Charge in Blockchain and Digital Finance
The world of finance is changing fast, and Lluis Mas is one of the people driving that change. As the Founder and Executive Chairman of BELOBABA, he is working to connect traditional finance with blockchain technology in a way that is safe, transparent, and accessible. His interest in blockchain began when he saw how it […]
Securing Airports in Challenging Times: Technology and Strategies for the Future
How the Middle East Can Lead in Aviation Safety Airports are the arteries of global connectivity, pulsing with passengers, cargo, and ambition. Yet, in today’s world—marked by cyber threats, geopolitical tensions, and evolving criminal tactics—they’re also prime targets. For the Middle East, a region driving aviation growth through hubs like Dubai, Riyadh, and Doha, securing […]
Streamlining Onboarding and Offboarding with IAM Automation: A Game-Changer for Security and Efficiency
Let’s face it: onboarding and offboarding are two of the most overlooked security blind spots in most companies. Think about it. A new employee joins, and it takes days (sometimes weeks) to get access to the tools they need. Or worse, someone leaves the company, but their login to Salesforce or Slack is still active […]
The Future of Fintech
1. The Expansion of Digital Banking Traditional banking is gradually being replaced by digital-only banks, also known as neobanks, which offer fully online services without the need for physical branches. These banks provide more personalized and cost-effective financial solutions, making banking more accessible for individuals and businesses. The rise of open banking, which allows third-party […]