In this episode, Amna Al Suwaidi from the Organizing Committee shares insights from this year’s Sharjah Pavilion at GITEX Global 2025, showcased under the inspiring theme “Powered by Tech, Driven by People.” She explains how the theme reflects Sharjah’s vision for digital excellence, what sets this year’s pavilion apart in terms of innovation and partnership ... Show More
Jan 13
AI at Work, Digital Giving in Sharjah, and What Google Is Changing Next
In this episode, we look at how artificial intelligence is becoming essential in the workplace, with nearly half of recruiters in the UAE saying they can’t do their jobs without it. We also spotlight Sharjah Charity’s new digital platform, “Jood 2026,” which aims to raise Dh150 m ... Show More
14m 49s
Jan 12
AI Fraud Warnings, Child Safety Online, and Instagram’s Password Scare
In this episode, we break down how the UAE is monitoring more than 4,000 digital platforms as part of a major move to protect children online, alongside a fresh warning from the national cybersecurity authority about AI-powered fraud that’s becoming harder to detect. We also look ... Show More
18m 5s
Oct 16
Reinventing Restaurant Management with AI: Inside Jalebi.io’s Smart Operating System
In this episode, Ashraf Jalili, Product Manager at Jalebi.io, explains how the world’s first inventory-first Restaurant Operating System is transforming the F&B industry. Backed by Techstars, Jalebi.io uses AI and real-time data to help restaurants cut costs, reduce waste, and bo ... Show More
7m 20s
May 2025
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
Jan 2025
Unplugged with iSolution: Trailblazing Leadership: Dina Amin's Journey in Tech and Empowerment in the Middle East
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2411656/open_sms">Reach out!</a></p><p>Discover how Dina Amin, the powerhouse behind Google Cloud's marketing in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, navigates the dynamic world of tech leadership. A ... Show More
12m 34s
Jun 2024
Accor CTO's Hotel Tech Masterclass: Cyber Security, Sustainability and More
In this episode of Hotel Tech Insider, we dive deep into the future of hotels and the technology driving them forward. Our guest, Floor Bleeker, the CTO of Accor, one of the largest hotel companies globally, shares insights into how technology is revolutionizing every aspect of A ... Show More
32m 52s
Nov 11
Writing the Next Chapter of AI: Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan on Vision, Values, and the Human Side of Innovation
The Middle East is laying the foundations for a bold new era of artificial intelligence, one rooted in purpose. At the center of this transformation is Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan, Deputy CEO of HUMAIN, and one of the driving forces behind Saudi Arabia’s national AI vision.In this episo ... Show More
43m 59s
Sep 2025
Meta's Hypernova
In this episode, Jaeden and Jamie discuss Meta's upcoming product, Hypernova, which features AI glasses integrated with a wristband. They explore the potential use cases, implications of augmented reality, market expectations, and pricing strategies for this innovative technology ... Show More
11m 30s
Jul 2024
What Are the Newest Innovations
In our latest episode, we welcome Dr. Ip-Shing Fan from Cranfield University, a leading expert in digital MRO and aviation transformation. Dr. Fan shares his journey from industrial engineering to aviation, highlighting the exciting developments at Cranfield, including their pion ... Show More
32m 36s
Jan 2025
What's Next for Payments in 2025?
In our latest episode of the Visa Spotlights podcast, Andrew Torre, Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, delves into the pivotal trends poised to redefine digital payments in 2025.In 2024, the region surpassed over 370 million Visa creden ... Show More
26m 54s