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Can a drone race shape the future of autonomy? How Solutions+ is redefining growth by leveraging technology and sustainability Arabic entertainment is leveling up—Here’s why it will dominate screens in the MENA region US and Qatar seal $1.2 trillion in deals, including record $96 billion Boeing order UAE to integrate artificial intelligence into public school curriculum starting 2025 Oliver Jenkyn on how Visa is building the future of AI-powered commerce Saudi Arabia launches SAMAI to train one million citizens in artificial intelligence Qatar to roll out medical visa; aims to position the country as a hub for medical and wellness tourism What's the future of hospitality in the Middle East? Elevating experiences with AI and human Nearly half of workers using AI at work admit to doing so inappropriately Egypt licenses Green Valley to launch smart electric transport in Cairo and Giza This is how it feels at the beginning of the end of the world Why online shopping feels like a chore in 2025 Visa’s next big bet: AI agents that shop for you UAE ranks first in GCC for female board members Is ‘Home First’ Dubai’s boldest smart city experiment? WHOOP's new wearables don't just track health and performance—they predict it This is how AI is changing mentorship What if you had one pair of glasses for your entire life? WhatsApp’s new Netflix doc on F1 is a master class in turning advertising into entertainment Why you should be more willing to admit when you don’t know something Microsoft’s Q1 profits rose 18% thanks to AI and cloud computing Systemic intelligence is the leadership skill you’re missing. Here are 4 ways to start honing it How do I decide what to take off of my résumé? GCC investments to offset Egypt’s FDI slowdown amid US tariffs GCC unveils Tawasul amid push for unified economic and trade reforms How Celestyal is celebrating culture through its cruise line What your emoji use says about your personality AI tools from Google, LinkedIn, and Salesforce could help you find your next job Skype is shutting down. If you still use it, like I do, here are some alternatives How ‘Star Wars’ can save STEM education The two-step process to secure a job or internship in an AI-driven market Abu Dhabi’s GETS 2025 Summit to address ethics and regulation in emerging tech H World International celebrates 95 years of hospitality innovation and global growth Journeys Unpacked: Harrods & Visa – Redefining luxury in a new era of brand experience Hong Kong attracts more Gulf travelers with luxury and cultural experiences Events are a key driver of commercial strategy, says Radisson’s Tim Cordon These are the fastest-growing industries for Gen Z Renewable energy dominates Egypt's new investment strategy. Will it boost the economy? Journeys Unpacked – Harrods & Visa: How luxury retail adapts to evolving consumer expectations Corporate learning in the MENA region is transforming. What’s driving this? Meta’s AI social feed is a privacy disaster waiting to happen This is the future of AI, according to Nvidia This is how Binance is building an inclusive crypto future Sheikh Hamdan launches 'Hewi Dubai' to reignite the essence of Emirati neighborhoods Sharjah’s 'Care Leave' offers support to mothers balancing work and caregiving Saudi Arabia launches biotechnology accelerator to boost innovation and entrepreneurship Oman targets private sector with new rules to boost local employment Shurooq marks 15th anniversary with 52 completed projects and $1.94 billion in investments From scroll to sale: the UAE’s formula for social shopping success What the ‘2% of VC funding’ stat gets wrong about women entrepreneurs Tired of overconsumption? Try this new challenge to break free of consumerism Saudi Arabia targets $88 billion aerospace boost through local manufacturing partnership with Airbus Saudi Arabia leads as MENA startup funding triples to $228.4 million Neom Investment Fund partners with MemryX to advance edge AI and digital infrastructure UAE and Oman fast-track $2.5 billion rail network to boost trade and travel Pony.ai and Dubai RTA partner to launch driverless taxis by 2026 UAE launches region’s first 'Finfluencer' license to regulate digital financial content  Designers are excited about AI, but most don’t know what to do with it Forget deep sea mining. This startup is getting critical minerals from seaweed instead Your Netflix app is about to get a “For You” page Apple eyes AI-powered search as Safari usage declines LinkedIn’s new AI tools help job seekers find smarter career fits Why TikTok Shop can’t shake its knockoff problem Qatar partners with Google and Al Jazeera to advance digital journalism 7 ways leaders must evolve to lead AI-augmented teams BIG and ARM Holding to redevelop Jebel Ali racecourse into sustainable urban hub UAE’s new food waste study sets target to cut waste by 50% by 2030 Why voice assistants in the Middle East will need cultural intelligence Sheikha Hessa on leadership and empowering youth through INJAZ Bahrain Coding emerges as generative AI’s breakout star Why your next flight could be a lot bumpier Applications for the Most Innovative Companies 2025 list are now open Mubadala Bio aims to transform UAE’s role in global life sciences Sharjah property market thrives with strong sales and $1 billion in transactions Middle Eastern leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV following his historic election as first American Pope How Egypt, UAE, and Bahrain are driving the shift to a low-carbon industrial future What does President Trump’s GCC visit this week mean for the region? Why onboarding (and offboarding) is an opportunity to strengthen your employee connection How Google can save you money the next time you book travel Dubai launches AI-driven platforms to streamline government services UAE launches 'Make it in the Emirates' campaign to promote local products Ras Al Khaimah International Airport unveils energy-saving technology as part of new expansion How did actress Nadine Njeim get her beauty brand to grow? Developing self-love Google’s ‘G’ logo just got prettier 5 Navy SEAL strategies to turn stress into success in any situation Eco-tourism in the desert: Is the Gulf’s sustainable tourism vision achievable? Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy drives 135% growth in digital startups and expands network to 114 partners Egypt’s El Gouna expands green footprint with solar and desalination projects Wilo and Masdar sign strategic pact to advance clean energy and efficiency solutions Saudi Arabia launches ‘HUMAIN’ to accelerate AI ambitions Oman’s OQ greenlights $2 billion worth of renewable energy projects Innovation in Design Awards and Summit receive tremendous response Loyalty fatigue is real. Here's how travel brands in the Middle East can win guests back Saudi Arabia’s tech and communications sector hits $48 billion in 2024 Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector is a key economic pillar, says Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb Apple partners with a brain-computer startup to turn thoughts into device control How to emotionally survive a performance improvement plan Dubai to host first Middle East edition of The Final Pitch What does the UAE gain from tying itself to a changing America? Dubai SME to back 8,000 new Emirati businesses by 2033 with focus on AI How networking can make you a better manager Apple’s App Store is getting ‘nutrition labels’ for accessibility This is how Dubai is redefining urban support for its elderly population US-Gulf relations in focus as Trump tours Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE Logged In Downtown Design Riyadh to showcase Saudi Arabia’s vision for creativity and culture Adapt or disappear: The challenge that drives fintech innovation forward Can you ever be friends with your boss? Probably not—and here’s why Gaming is the key to reaching Gen Alpha consumers UAE unveils Sportifai, AI-powered platform to transform national sports ecosystem by 2031 5 financial podcasts that make your commute smarter UAE to build largest AI infrastructure facility outside the US Is fear of AI holding back or fueling progress for the Middle East? Etihad Rail to launch passenger train service in 2026, connecting 11 UAE cities Trump hails Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification efforts Saudi Arabia and China sign $3.78 billion in major deals to boost agriculture, environment, and trade How AI could sabotage the next generation of journalists TikTok wants to help people unplug, but not everyone wants a digital detox Can AI be the great equalizer in the Middle East? And what are the risks? What is a ‘snowplow manager?’ How to deal with this type of toxic boss QFZ and Samsung C&T collaborate on solar, bioproducts, and digital infrastructure initiatives Why more parents are supporting their adult children financially Treat yourself to a taste of the weird web of yesteryear What the law says about buying property or protecting sites on the Moon Media in the Middle East needs to balance innovation and human creativity with AI Gen Alpha is getting zits, so acne brands are meeting them at a popular hangout Here's how Abu Dhabi’s coral restoration will impact climate change PIF governor warns EU green rules may deter investors Abu Dhabi reportedly in talks with OpenAI for potential 5GW data center In a digital Middle East, the culture of care is still a human ambition Tech startup leaders need to think globally from the get-go Healthy boundaries at work matter more than ever. Here are 7 steps to build them Nvidia and Abu Dhabi’s MGX join French partners to build Europe’s largest AI campus UAE advances industrial growth and innovation at Make it in the Emirates 2025 Kuwait unveils 500MW Al Dibdibah solar project to drive energy transition AI advances may threaten women’s jobs more than men’s Space tourism’s rise challenges how we define astronauts and exploration Google’s AI Mode goes prime time, a direct answer to ChatGPT Search The UAE’s cultural reinvention is attracting global attention Abu Dhabi to expand ‘Nabdh’ community hubs in push for greater social cohesion New Dubai rules protect financial whistleblowers and reinforce transparency UAE and Airbus partner to boost aerospace industry at Make it in the Emirates 2025 UAE’s Space42 to launch MENA’s first Earth observation satellite manufacturing hub Kering Eyewear and Google unveil plans for AI-driven smart glasses How microshifts can reshape workplace dynamics in the Middle East Tesla’s Cybertruck is officially a flop The world’s critical minerals come from just a few countries. That’s a big problem for clean energy MICHELIN Guide 2025 highlights Dubai’s growing fine dining scene with two three-star winners Abu Dhabi launches UAE’s first university degree in video game design Qatar launches $1 billion initiative to attract global investment and drive economic diversification UAE to boost national defence capabilities through local Ground Master radar production Dubai Land Department launches world’s first property token ownership certificate Are millennials powering the sustainable future in the GCC? Are OpenAI and Jony Ive headed for an iPhone moment? This artificial reef is made of pet ashes. Human ashes are next The brand that matters in design of 2025 Saudi Arabia launches TOURISE to shape the future of global tourism Abu Dhabi to host 5-gigawatt AI campus backed by OpenAI, Oracle, and NVIDIA Qatar launches West Bay Waterfront and Al Safliya Island project to boost tourism and economic diversification Researchers take a step toward carbon-capturing batteries Sorry, Google and OpenAI: The future of AI hardware remains murky Dubai launches first tokenized real estate platform with Prypco Mint Msheireb Downtown Doha wins two top honors at Global Economics Awards 2025 Who can fight against the heat in the Middle Eastern cities? Chief heat officers The technology to end traffic deaths exists. Why aren’t we using it? A social marketing guru shares the keys to successful campaigns Qatar Central Bank reports $3.75 billion in April transactions as Qatar pushes digital payment strategy How TII is driving strategic sovereignty through AI and advanced technologies Middle East tourism poised to hit $367 billion in 2025 driven by Saudi Arabia The brand that matters in automotive & transportation of 2025 The brand that matters in consumer products and services of 2025 The 2 brand that matters in ecommerce of 2025 The brand that matters in emerging tech of 2025 The brand that matters in family of brands of 2025 New Future Leaders initiative to strengthen Qatar’s education system by 2030 UAE and Oman launch Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone to boost trade and logistics The brand that matters in fashion of 2025 Schneider Electric’s new Dubai office is as smart as its tech The 3 brand that matters in financial services of 2025 The 5 brand that matters in health & wellness of 2025 The brand that matters in logistics & mobility of 2025 The brand that matters in media of 2025 The brand that matters in retail of 2025 The brand that matters in telecom of 2025 AI is transforming work. Will it cut the work week in the Middle East? How to get people to eat more veggies? Add meat Google’s second swing at smart glasses seems a lot more sensible UAE tops global digital indices, drives major transformation across sectors: Report Samana Developers and DLD launch ‘She Pioneers’ to empower women in real estate AI influencers are shaping Gen Z’s shopping habits The charging stations of tomorrow might look a lot more like architecture The UAE is investing in its people. Can it deliver on the promise? Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN to launch $10 billion AI fund, secures $23 billion in global tech deals Saudi Arabia unveils high-tech manufacturing center to drive economic diversification Crypto isn’t fraud-proof. But here’s how scammers can be outsmarted How UAE’s new climate law places sustainability into core business strategy No, Gen Z isn’t like ‘every other generation.’ And that’s a good thing Can Jony Ive and Sam Altman build the fourth great interface? That’s the question behind io 7 meaningful Eid gifts that inspire and delight Abu Dhabi unveils ambitious energy strategy to transform sector and attract $109 billion by 2050