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The stunt factory behind ‘The Fall Guy’ is proving you don’t need AI to create a spectacle This transparent submarine could revolutionize underwater exploration Electric air taxis could fly passengers as early as 2025. There are a few hurdles Gen-Z and millennials love reading books. But being a ‘reader’ means something more This man turned thermostats into a $3 billion business. Can he do the same for food waste? A lawsuit against Meta wants to give users an external tool to control their Facebook feed This is how businesses are designing for the experience economy Apple’s new Pencil Pro is nice, but it falls short of the iPad’s true promise What is product design today? 100 great designers weigh in Apple Music’s global creative director Zane Lowe on how to build trust, conquer creative fear, and balance music and business Can the Middle East's design language lead to a global renaissance? What you still don’t get about Samsung design Roads can crack, rut and fail. Here’s how to build them well This is how product designers can thrive when AI augmentation is everywhere Traffic lights could change in the era of smart vehicles ‘Winning is everything’: Inside Nike’s Olympic comeback plan These stunning sculptures are made of thousands of CDs Your office can make you more productive. Here’s what ‘high performance’ office design looks like Inside Nike’s seven-year design process for the Nike Jam, its first-ever breaking shoe Bumble, Apple, and the art of the advertising apology Design companies are still failing at diversity. Here’s how the industry can build a better pipeline Meet the world’s most environmentally conscious chair Canva’s radical overhaul aims to destroy Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Why our brains turn so easily to TikTok ‘advisors,’ celebrities, and conspiracy theories The rebrand is dead. Welcome to the age of the brand ‘refresh’ This park is designed to be diverse and inclusive 5 wild works of architecture that you’ll never get to see This is the key to ending the negative-thinking pandemic Someday your jeans could be grown in a greenhouse down the street Instagram is training AI on your data. It's nearly impossible to opt out Can the Middle East have a sustainable skyline? The new paradigm for sustainable packaging UAE is positioning itself as a cultural center. How does it support its sustainability goals? Better technologies, better safety: EVs usually are better in crashes than combustion vehicles Why your company’s RTO policy might be bad for the planet Why tech-savvy mini millennials will transform travel Are industry leaders bullish on the travel and hospitality industry in the Middle East? Space is full of trash. NASA is finally hiring someone to clean it up The only way to end plastic pollution is by limiting how much plastic we produce How currency devaluation is impacting businesses in Egypt Why Tesla’s supercharger shakeup won’t slow down the EV charger rollout The ‘godfather of microplastics’ talks about the challenges of halting plastic pollution Online shopping is booming in the Middle East. But do customers (still) prefer malls? Your car may be slowly killing you—but not for the reason you think Looking back at the most inspiring speeches from Most Creative People in Business 2023 The world’s biggest carbon removal factory just opened in Iceland Carbon offsets are largely ineffective, says corporate climate action group Healthcare tourism in the Middle East may hinge on the pharma industry Watch for these red flags when searching remote job listings Tesla may be faltering—but Ford’s EV sales tell a different story for the industry Melinda French Gates is resigning from the Gates Foundation—and taking $12.5 billion to give away herself Energy demand in the Middle East is soaring. So, will it make the climate crisis worse? Carbon labeling is the new calorie counting War takes a toll on the environment. Here's how to change that A sustainable future requires understanding the history of the natural world This Saudi project aims to establish a new global standard for urban living Why local manufacturing of semiconductors is a big deal for the Middle East’s smart economy How to spotlight sustainability without “greenwashing” Packaging revolution: It’s now or never How getting ahead of ESG regulations can be a major competitive advantage Water quality engineers explain the pros and cons of hard water This plant you’ve never heard of could replace your coffee habit This tech turns cargo ship exhaust into safe ocean salts Can Riyadh Air transform the aviation and tourism industry? This is how the Cartier Women’s Initiative is powering entrepreneurs making an impact These bricks conduct electricity and combine to create a powerful thermal battery The outdated power grid is nearing a crisis point. Here’s how to prevent it 3 practical ways to prioritize sustainability and avoid greenwashing More older adults are at risk of heat stress as temperatures rise. What can be done? AlUla aims to be a model for sustainable tourism and economic growth Boycott sentiment is still strong. How can brands win consumer trust in the Middle East? Stop putting a ‘green premium’ on climate tech. It doesn’t need to be more expensive Is the Middle East emerging as a hub for the global wellness tourism industry? These are our Most Creative People in Business 2024 Most Creative People in Business 2024 gala night – toasting the year’s finest creative leadership UAE poised to surpass green energy goals by 2030 Riyadh launches first global center for AI-powered Arabic language processing PIF and BlackRock launch $5 billion investment platform in Riyadh Egypt to invest $60 billion in green hydrogen projects Saudi Arabia launches Sustainability Champion Program to advance environmental goals Oman invests $11 billion in green hydrogen projects Saudi Arabia's HR development fund drives private sector employment growth Abu Dhabi partners with Alfahim Group to establish electric vehicle manufacturing plant UAE aims for 7% economic growth in 2024 Saudi Arabia offers up to 75% funding for industrial projects to boost development Qatar's GDP grows 1.2% in Q3 2023, driven by hydrocarbons sector expansion KACST partners with Lucid Group to advance EV technology in Saudi Arabia European Chamber of Commerce inaugurated in Riyadh to strengthen EU-Saudi economic ties Saudi Arabia ranks among top 20 global automotive markets, leading in GCC region World Bank boosts Kuwait’s 2024 real GDP projection to 2.8% Astra Tech aims to revolutionize payments with patented palm recognition tech Saudi Arabia takes the lead in regional climate action with $2.5 billion green initiative UAE and New Zealand forge economic alliance in trade talks Saudi Arabia adds over 11 million jobs in private sector in April, claims report Jumeirah reveals new brand identity and growth strategy 'GCC Grand Tours' visa unveiled to boost tourism across Gulf countries Saudi Tourism Authority showcases summer destinations at ATM 2024 Ras Al Khaimah unveils eco-friendly air taxi plan for sustainable tourism by 2027 Saudi Arabia's renewable energy shift could cut electricity costs by $30 billion by 2030 Egypt witnesses 27% YoY surge in tourist arrivals in Q1 2024 UAE unveils new food safety laws and regulations for small farms Saudi Arabia to unveil over $100 billion in aviation investment opportunities at FAF24 Abu Dhabi hosts UAE's first passenger-carrying drone trial Abu Dhabi launches Dark Sky Policy to promote sustainability Sharjah’s new $300 million project set to transform Mahdub suburb Saudi Arabia boosts manufacturing with $1.8 billion Q1 private sector investments GCC off to strong start in 2024 raising $1.2 billion in IPOs Chalhoub Group unveils 10th annual sustainability report 2023 Dubai's DP World welcomes Ane Maersk, world's first green methanol vessel $3 billion UAE-Oman railway network to reduce travel times and boost trade Egypt eyes tech giants to boost its manufacturing prowess Saudi consumers lean towards cost-effective shopping habits Second phase of preserving Dubai’s heritage gets the green light Digital features enhance UAE consumers’ shopping experiences, but there’s room for improvement Abu Dhabi research institute unveils new AI model Falcon 2 to compete with Meta Dubai and Abu Dhabi are top choices for global talent Airports in the Middle East are prioritizing sustainability and technology The Most Innovative Companies list is back. Applications for 2024 are now open Dubai unveils new quality of life strategy, prioritizes resident wellbeing and happiness Business leaders approaching tech investments with caution amid economic uncertainty Digital payments will be influenced by these trends in the MENA region Leadership worries top the list for Middle East CEOs This is why the Most Creative People in Business list is the most coveted recognition in the Middle East NASA and Saudi Space Agency partner for a lunar mission Saudi Arabia builds a comprehensive entertainment ecosystem MENA region has highest prevalence of obesity, says study NEOM introduces Jaumur, a luxury coastal community in Saudi Arabia Morocco plans $7 billion investment to double energy capacity UAE’s e-commerce market is projected to surpass $13 billion by 2028 GCC nations seize opportunities along new Silk Road for economic expansion Saudi aviation industry adds $20 billion to economy Saudi Aramco teams up with US firms for lower-carbon future Qatar plans to test air taxis and electric delivery planes by 2025 Dubai launches AI Campus in DIFC to boost digital economy Microsoft unveils new AI-powered PCs and features at its Build developer conference Saudia Group places large Airbus order, 105 narrow-body jets Aramco launches Saudi's first quantum computer An accelerator program launched in Saudi Arabia for mid-career women UAE to deploy 100 fast-charging EV units across the country this year UAE and US to see more AI partnerships UAE tops the MENA region for travel and tourism Saudi Arabia unveils Arabic AI model in partnership with IBM Two-thirds of UAE and Saudi Arabia’s residents have boycotted a brand following a scandal Cartier Women's Initiative honors women entrepreneurs, unveils 2025 program focus UAE, Saudi Arabia lead MENA with $15.4 billion green bond issuance in 2023 Dubai launches 'One Million Prompters' initiative to boost AI engineering skills Qatar Airways welcomes two $75 million luxurious Gulfstream G700 jets Saudi Arabia announces $800 billion investment to become global tourism leader UAE and France collaborate to boost global AI ecosystem Gen Z communication gap impacts workplace success: LinkedIn Study Anghami returns as entertainment partner of Most Creative People in Business 2024 Nearly half of Arabian Gulf's mangroves will disappear in the next 50 years Saudi Finance Minister: AI key to achieving global sustainability goals UAE to see over 12% rise in digital trade by 2028 UAE boosts industrial investments momentum at the third Make it in the Emirates forum UAE invests $6.3 billion to expand industrial sector Saudi Arabia's fashion industry is booming, reaching over $24 billion Saudi PIF launches new company to boost local space sector Investors’ confidence in GCC’s healthcare market surges, to reach $135 billion by 2027 Positive outlook for MENA IPOs in 2024, despite hurdles Egypt, UAE continue discussions for Ras El Hekma development project Cash to represent a mere 3% of all transaction value in the Middle East by 2028 Qatar Airways tops 2024 world's best airlines list Fast Company Middle East and Visa team up to launch series on innovations transforming travel and commerce Alat and Lenovo forge $2 billion partnership to establish manufacturing hub in Saudi Arabia World Bank says GCC economic growth to rebound in 2024-2025 UAE and Qatar agree to avoid double taxation Saudi Arabia leads solar energy shift in the Middle East Saudi Arabia to launch $10 billion secondary offering of Aramco shares 10 stunning women's watches showcased at Watches and Wonders 2024 A guide to navigating layoffs and landing your next opportunity These Arab chefs are transforming the culinary landscape and reshaping the dining experience ChatGPT wants to remember everything you’ve told it For Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, it’s now or never This is how blockchain can reshape the Middle Eastern real estate sector GenAI and education: Beyond the hype This Tesla team quietly built one of its superpowers. Why did Elon pull the plug on it? How generative AI is clouding the future of Google search Tim Cook says Apple is uniquely well-positioned for AI Thanks to AI, we’re in the golden age of freelancing Your iPhone is about to become an ‘AI phone.’ What to expect from Apple’s iOS 18 Warren Buffett cautions shareholders AI scams could be the ‘growth industry of all time’ Is giving Elon Musk a $56 billion compensation package—the most in history—the ‘fair’ thing to do? Apple debuts AI-focused M4 chip in iPad Pro models OpenAI’s new tool can detect images created by DALL-E 3 How the Drake-Kendrick Lamar feud is taking rap battles high tech The secret to AI isn’t creativity, it’s reducing toil Not quite sure what to ask Microsoft’s AI? Soon, it will offer suggestions DeepMind’s new AlphaFold 3 expands to DNA, RNA modeling Why the tech industry loves selling unfinished products TikTok is now labeling AI-generated content Surgery outcomes can vary wildly for the same procedure. This AI platform is changing that Where the human brain (still) has an edge over AI Algorithms can remove bias blind spots, study shows Doomscrolling in bed is ruining your sleep. Here’s how to stop The new iPad Air is as light as . . . rocks. Here’s what to know before buying AI is helping drive motorsports teams for General Motors OpenAI’s voice generator helped this patient get her voice back after surgery As AI expands into the search world, here’s what the current players are up to Meta is discontinuing Workplace to focus on AI and metaverse Google gives its Gemini AI chatbot a longer memory and new skills Search and destroy: Thoughts on Perplexity, media survival, and the comfort of mangroves How 'noise' creates problems for AI—and what to do about it Here’s how Apple can compete against OpenAI and Google From oceans to your gut: AI helps researchers understand how viruses act Google and OpenAI’s announcements signal the end of the beginning of the AI wars Hairy black holes? A new space mission could help answer questions Samsung has a brilliant response to Apple’s hated ‘Crush’ ad OpenAI’s GPT-4o may be better at making friends than you are How AI apps are moving beyond basic chatbots As Nvidia grows stronger, Apple’s iPhone continues to struggle OpenAI resignations are reaching an alarming level. Here are 11 key people who have left How Google, Netflix, and Warner Bros.’s ad tech stole the show from celebrities at TV upfront Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas says Google’s search results are more cluttered than ever Is the self-driving dream going to crash into a regulatory wall? Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky on keeping a startup vibe as his company grows Former OpenAI leader blasts company for ignoring ‘safety culture’ GenAI phones are coming soon. Here’s everything you need to know Meta AI feature on Facebook and Instagram undermines the point of online communities The global AI safety movement is already dead How tech’s biggest products get designed to exclude people of color Tech bro podcasts are obsessed with alpha men, and it’s dangerous for the rest of us OpenAI says its ChatGPT voice isn’t a Scarlett Johansson rip-off. Johansson disagrees This landmark AI legislation will have a ripple effect across the globe Microsoft and Google’s new AI sales pitches: We’re your last line of defense against your scatterbrained self AI’s giants are still demoing stuff faster than they can ship it How can insurtech expand insurance inclusion in the Middle East? Anthropic takes a look into the ‘black box’ of AI models AI PCs? Here’s what to know Here’s how NASA is using AI to assist in its space missions This hilarious, AI-themed comedy special perfectly captures the growing conflict between tech and creatives YouTube star MKBHD becomes MKPHD Google’s Pixel 8a is a great midrange phone—and a middling AI gadget There's a gender gap in AI adoption at work. How can we stop women from falling behind Here are the companies OpenAI has made deals with to train ChatGPT These are the best apps for building good habits Elon Musk raises $6 billion for his AI startup xAI AI washing is real. This is how to see through deceptive claims Google AI's hilariously bad answers aren't the big problem How Msheireb Properties is redefining smart living How AlUla preserves the past with innovative practices How to build meaningful professional relationships How to advance in your career if your boss is disengaged The future of work isn't 'back to the office.' It's still remote Why CEOs should stop worrying about being right What is ‘shift shock?’ And how does it impact workers? What should I do if I feel left out at work? The new generation of workers is ‘Gen Global’ Your ultimate guide to using LinkedIn to get a new job Why we need fewer performance reviews—and more check-ins A healthy workforce needs more connection, not more apps Why so many of us feel lonely at work How can I say no at work without feeling guilty? What happens when technology replaces the need for workers? Why having a soundtrack at work could boost your productivity How Gen Z is using AI at work For companies in the Middle East, the online image seems to be shaping their culture Practical optimism can be learned. A psychiatrist explains how and why your well-being depends on it Why you should ignore success stories This is how we finally end the 40-hour, 5-day workweek Neuroscience explains how diverse leaders pay an invisible ‘mental tax’ Workplace naps could be the new job perk in the Middle East Here’s how organizations in the Middle East can support women in the workplace and retain them Here’s how leaders in the Middle East work with different personality types 4 strategies for promoting passion and purpose in the workplace 7 ways to make your phone less enticing This is how AI can help middle managers of the future be less miserable GCC governments are pushing for inclusion in workplaces, but organizations must follow suit Why you should rethink return-to-office mandates How can I improve my memory? ‘Unhappy leave’ is a real thing. But here’s why it’s not enough How the world’s best memorizers remember things It’s not you, being twentysomething is tough. Here’s how to find hope when the struggle is real, according to a psychologist Leading a company isn’t rocket science. But the two fields have an important lesson in common How to ask questions that get people to open up 5 questions to ask yourself in order to be happier at work