In the past decade, Gulf countries have prioritised innovation. It's part of a shift from their prime standing as oil economies to their new goal of using the advent of AI to enhance their economies all around.
It's getting attention from global tech hubs. A former Google chief recently said Saudi Arabia has the potential to become the next AI powerhou ... Show More
Aug 6
What's behind US-UAE nuclear partnership?
Nuclear energy can be a flashpoint for tension in the Middle East. Now, though, it's taking new light. A handful of Gulf countries, including the UAE, have signed new agreements with the US in the past few months – each nation with its own advantages and goals in the sector. Thes ... Show More
21m 42s
May 13
From Heritage to High-Tech: Dr. Najwa Aaraj on the Middle East’s Innovation Transformation
The Middle East is investing in more than just the technologies of tomorrow, it’s investing in the people, ideas, and institutions that will shape them. In this episode of Flavors of Ambition, we speak with Dr. Najwa Aaraj, CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute in Abu Dhabi, ... Show More
35m 51s
Aug 13
AI is no longer emerging in the UAE, it’s arrived!
13 Aug 2025. Presight’s CEO says AI in the UAE has firmly taken hold, as the company posts first-half revenues of over AED 1 billion. We also unpack Knight Frank’s latest Abu Dhabi and Dubai office market report with Adam Wynne, and ask aviation expert Nick Humphrey why the Middl ... Show More
33m 2s
Jul 25
“Saudi Is About to Change the World in AI” -Tareq Amin, CEO of HUMAIN.
Catch The Full Episode on Youtubehttps://bit.ly/4o7fn8Z Tareq Amin is the Chief Executive Officer of HUMAIN, Saudi Arabia’s pioneering artificial intelligence company established under the Public Investment Fund. Officially launched on May 12th, 2025 by HRH Crown Prince Mohammed ... Show More
1h 15m
Jul 2
Smart Systems, Human Goals: Joseph Bradley on Designing the Middle East’s AI-Powered Future
The Middle East is building the future of cities from the ground up, with bold ambition and long-term vision. From cognitive cities to AI-enabled governance, the region is transforming into a living lab for the technologies, systems, and societies of tomorrow.In this episode of F ... Show More
33m 20s
Dec 2024
3108: How IBM Consulting is Driving Generative AI Innovation
What does it take to transform a $19.9 billion consulting powerhouse in the age of AI? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I’m joined by Mohamad Ali, Senior Vice President of IBM Consulting, to explore how his unique blend of expertise in cybersecurity, data, analytics, and AI i ... Show More
27m 3s
Feb 2025
Philippines: Back-office powerhouse
The outsourcing sector in the Philippines has seen significant growth, positioning itself as a global leader. However, the rise of AI technologies is reshaping the job landscape, potentially displacing traditional roles. In the second part of our series looking at the Philippine ... Show More
17m 28s
Oct 2024
AI Startups: The Next Big Thing
In this episode, Jaeden and Jamie discuss the latest trends in AI investment, highlighting key players and innovative startups that are shaping the future of technology. They explore the significance of funding in driving disruption across various industries, including finance, h ... Show More
11m 49s