Innovation
189 articles
Music mixers
Life in the great cities of the Middle East is lived out to a never-ending soundtrack of music in a dazzling variety of genres, from traditional folk to rock, jazz, and the ultra-contemporary sounds of Arabic rap, hip-hop, and house.
The 21st century RenAIssance
As the British government convenes a global meeting on AI governance, the voices of those sensationalising the technology risk drowning out those of the academic research community.
Beyond automotive
Fedra Ribeiro was developing advanced digital technologies at one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers when out of the blue she got a phone call from one of the biggest names in the industry -- Luca de Meo, CEO of…
AI for a greener tomorrow
In March this year, citing profound risks to humanity, hundreds of scientists and technology executives signed an open letter urging a moratorium on the development of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems. But Professor Eric Xing says pressing pause would be…
Disrupting on-demand delivery
In 2015, as food delivery and ride-sharing services proliferated around the world, Saudi Arabian entrepreneurs Ayman Alsanad and Naif Al-Simiri realized that smartphones could do much more than connect passengers to cab drivers or hungry diners to local restaurants.
Leading Arabia’s high-impact entrepreneurs
An experienced entrepreneur with firsthand knowledge of all the challenges of starting a business, Lateefa Al Waalan is a leading figure in Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing private sector.
Blue Marlin Ibiza redefines the high-end beach club experience
With the picturesque Ibiza coastline boasting an array of high-end beach clubs, one venue has stood the test of time, capturing the hearts of jet-setters and music enthusiasts alike. Blue Marlin Ibiza, a haven of luxury, innovation, and cutting-edge entertainment,…
Leading from the heart
The messaging service that Ahmed Hassan and his brother launched in 2006 has grown into Unifonic, one of the Middle East’s largest cloud-based communications businesses. Unifonic is a Saudi leader for all the possibilities of entrepreneurship, technology, and innovation to…
Pacha reinventing authentic nightlife
For over five decades, Pacha nightclub has been an icon of the electrifying nightlife scene on the party island of Ibiza. With its pulsating energy, renowned DJs, and unforgettable experiences, Pacha Ibiza has recently undergone a revitalization in 2023 that…
A sustainable footing
Haifa Alhumaid has been fascinated by the beauty of shoes ever since she was a child growing up in Saudi Arabia. Today, global demand is growing for her high-end designs, including her environmentally responsible shoes made out of processed mushroom…