The UAE capital brings together global AI leaders, investors and innovators as it positions itself at the centre of the emerging intelligence economy Abu Dhabi is making a case for a larger role in the global AI economy. The 2026 edition of Ai
Proofpoint’s 2026 Voice of the CISO report highlights stronger cyber resilience in the UAE, alongside a growing role for security leaders in enabling AI safely. The UAE’s cybersecurity landscape is showing encouraging signs of progress, while the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence is
At Dubai World Trade Centre, Micropolis is showcasing autonomous robotics alongside Dubai Police, bringing UAE-developed Physical AI to government leaders, investors and international delegations. Artificial intelligence is increasingly moving beyond screens and into the physical world. At the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM Congress
Some vehicles are built for a market. Others become part of its identity. The Nissan Patrol belongs to the second category. Engineered in Japan more than seven decades ago, the Patrol found something unique in the UAE—a landscape that demanded resilience and a
As the Gulf accelerates its ambitions to become a global hub for artificial intelligence and advanced technologies, another international technology leader has chosen the UAE as its regional base. Innovation City Ras Al Khaimah has announced that Chillblast, the United Kingdom’s most awarded
Limited to just 50 examples worldwide, the bespoke Vanquish 25 marks a new chapter in Aston Martin’s legacy of craftsmanship, performance, and exclusivity. Twenty-five years after the debut of the original Vanquish, Aston Martin has introduced Vanquish 25—an ultra-exclusive collector’s edition created by
How Al Hilal and PUMA Are Turning a Football Shirt into a Statement of National Identity By Ibtissem Mannai Football shirts have become far more than sporting apparel. Today, they are cultural symbols, commercial assets, and expressions of identity that travel far beyond
The Builder’s Mindset The role of a product leader has evolved. Today, it is no longer defined solely by launching digital products, but by the ability to connect technology, commercial strategy, and customer insight into businesses that can scale. Mahmoud Khodor has spent
For years, fintech has been obsessed with making investing easier. Better interfaces. Faster execution. Lower fees. More markets. Every innovation promised to put Wall Street into your pocket. And for a while, that was enough. But technology has a habit of making yesterday’s
Luxury travel is entering a new era—one where exclusivity is no longer measured by opulence alone, but by the ability to disconnect, recharge, and experience genuine privacy. Across the hospitality industry, affluent travellers are moving away from large-scale resorts in favour of intimate
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