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Shaping tomorrow’s minds
In the heart of Saudi Arabia, a nation historically synonymous with oil, a transformative wave is reshaping the landscape. This seismic shift, far from the dunes of the desert, is taking place in the digital realm of education and innovation,…
Planting the future
Mohammed Alkhalid dreams of a greener Saudi Arabia. Alkhalid has been in love with trees ever since watching a seedling he planted more than 20 years ago grow into a magnificent specimen. By making it easy for people and businesses…
Revolutionizing Saudi E-Commerce
When businesses in Saudi Arabia want to sell more online, Salman Butt is the man they turn to first. The co-founder of e-commerce platform Salla is enabling companies of all sizes to flourish in the Saudi Arabian online commerce market,…
The best idea humanity had
In the evolving landscape of global education, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents both exciting opportunities and formidable challenges. This transformation is central to the discussions at the World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) in Qatar, as outlined by…
A smarter way to fight floods
Mustafa Mousa, founder of flood mitigation startup Sadeem, is using wireless sensors and AI to save lives and protect cities from the billion-dollar devastation of floods.
Building connections, breaking barriers
Wafa Al Obaidat, the Founder and CEO of Playbook, is bringing together aspirational and ambitious women and making waves in Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East.
AI and education: Pioneering the future with ethical integration
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and learning methodologies presents both unprecedented opportunities and ethical challenges. A remarkable perspective on this integration comes from Dr. Husa Alangari, an Assistant Professor of Instructional Design &…
AI transforming education: Minerva’s visionary approach
In the dynamic intersection of AI and education, Ben Nelson, founder of Minerva, stands as a visionary. His insights, notably shared at WISE 11 in Qatar, highlight the transformative role of AI in modern education.
Revolutionizing education: WISE and the power of collective innovation
In the ever-evolving landscape of global education, WISE at Qatar Foundation has emerged as a transformative force, shaping the discourse on education and innovation worldwide. With a vision to redefine education at all levels, WISE serves as a catalyst for…
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.