SPONSORED - In this episode, host Tala Misha la Issa sits down with Anthony Nakache, Managing Director of Google MENA, to explore the monumental challenge of developing AI that truly understands Arabic in all its complexity. With 25 distinct dialects across the region, Arabic presents one of the most formidable language barriers in AI development today.

Nakache reveals how Google's Gemini AI has already mastered 16 Arabic dialects—an unprecedented achievement—and shares the company's ambitious roadmap for complete Arabic language coverage. The conversation delves into Google's recently announced $15 million AI Opportunity Initiative for the MENA region, aimed at upskilling half a million people in AI over the next two years.

From the unique ways young Arabs are using AI for career advancement to the economic potential of $320 billion in AI-driven growth by 2030, this episode offers rare insights into how Google is approaching one of technology's most complex linguistic challenges. Nakache also discusses the transformative impact AI is already having on education and healthcare across the region, providing a fascinating glimpse into a future where technology speaks every Arabic dialect fluently.

In this episode of AB Majlis, host Nicole Abigael sits down with acclaimed therapist Marissa Peer to explore the emerging phenomenon of human-AI relationships and their potential psychological impacts. As AI companions become increasingly sophisticated and integrated into daily life, this discussion examines the fine line between beneficial technological support and problematic emotional dependency.

In this World Government Summit special episode of AB Majlis, Arabian Business Chief Reporter Tala Michel Issa delves into the mindset of modern venture capital with e& Capital Managing Director Kushal Shah. With $250 million deployed across 17 companies, Shah reveals why they seek startups that fundamentally disrupt traditional business models. From following the fintech wave to aggressively pursuing AI opportunities, discover how e& Capital identifies tomorrow's market leaders and why Dubai has become a magnetic force for global tech startups with billion-dollar funding. The conversation offers a masterclass in what venture capitalists look for in the age of technological disruption.

SPONSORED - In this episode of AB Majlis, Reporter Nicole Abigael sits down with Victor Gastou who takes us on a journey through his late father Yves Gastou’s extraordinary collection of over 700 rings—each piece a testament to history, craftsmanship, and passion.

From 17th-century Venetian poison rings to Vatican treasures, we uncover the stories behind these hidden gems and the art of collecting overlooked masterpieces. Join us as we explore the legacy of a collector whose love for discovery turned jewelry into a chronicle of time.

Until April 26th, the collection will be exhibited at the L’ÉCOLE Middle East School of Jewelry Arts in Dubai.

In this episode of AB Majlis, e& Life and e& International CEO Khalifa Al Shamsi discusses the technology giant's ambitious plans to create four unicorns by 2030 through its digital lifestyle arm. Two years after e&'s major rebranding from Etisalat, Al Shamsi reveals how the company is leveraging its massive telecom customer base to expand into fintech, super apps, and entertainment across 19 countries. He shares insights on Careem's evolution beyond ride-hailing, e& Money's focus on financial inclusion, and how AI is reshaping customer experience. The conversation, recorded at the World Government Summit in Dubai, offers a rare glimpse into e&'s strategy to generate 40% of its revenue from digital solutions.

In this special edition from the World Government Summit, Arabian Business Chief Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Khaled Murshed, who took the helm as CEO of e& Enterprise in January 2024. With over 25 years in technology, Murshed discusses the meteoric rise of AI in the Middle East, predicting it will contribute to 11% of the region's GDP by 2030. He shares insights on e& Enterprise's role in digital transformation across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, from modernizing judicial systems to implementing AI-powered remote investigation capabilities. Murshed also tackles the ongoing debate about AI's impact on productivity, drawing parallels with historical technological revolutions, while offering a glimpse into the future of 6G technology in the UAE. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how e& Enterprise is shaping the digital landscape of the Middle East through cloud computing, IoT, and AI initiatives.

In this special edition from the World Government Summit, Arabian Business Chief Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Ragy Magdy, Chief Commercial Officer of e& enterprise, to unpack the UAE's ambitious zero government bureaucracy initiative. Magdy offers unique insights into how the UAE is revolutionizing government services by not just digitalizing them, but completely reimagining them. He reveals how the initiative aims to eliminate 2,000 federal government services and cut processing times by 50%. Drawing from his experience partnering with the Prime Minister's office, Magdy discusses how e& enterprise is helping transform traditional government processes into two-click solutions through AI integration. The conversation explores the stark contrast between the UAE's rapid government transformation and other countries' challenges, highlighting the crucial role of public-private partnerships in driving innovation. A compelling look at how the UAE is setting new benchmarks in government service delivery.

In this World Government Summit special episode of AB Majlis, Arabian Business Chief Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with e& UAE CEO Masood M. Sharif Mahmood to explore the critical imperative of digital transformation.

Mahmood reveals how e& navigated the challenging dynamics of rising infrastructure investments and declining consumer prices, transforming from a traditional telco into a digital-first powerhouse. From achieving a 40% drop in customer complaints to launching innovative super apps and fintech solutions, the conversation offers a masterclass in corporate evolution.

In this special World Government Summit episode of AB Majlis, Arabian Business Chief Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with e& Group CEO Hatem Dowidar to explore the company's ambitious AI strategy, including its 900 ongoing AI projects and vision for technological transformation.

From discussing the UAE's pioneering role in AI adoption to addressing workforce concerns in an AI-driven future, Dowidar shares insights on how e& is evolving from a traditional telco to a global tech powerhouse.

What happens when a city reimagines what premium office space can be? In this episode of AB Majlis, Savills Middle East's Head of Commercial Agency Toby Hall reveals how Dubai's commercial real estate market evolved from oversupply to becoming a global magnet for blue-chip tenants. Drawing on two decades of experience across London and Dubai markets, Hall unpacks why major firms are migrating east, how developments like ICD Brookfield Place have redefined corporate real estate standards, and what's driving rental values to historic highs.