In this deep dive, Arabian Business Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with the founder and CEO of the popular Dubai jewelry brand, Fergus James. James discusses how he has seen firsthand how lab-grown diamonds shook up the entire industry and assesses where DeBeers went wrong in understanding shifts in consumer behaviour, causing it to fall from its diamond throne in light of the rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds. Referencing the Netflix documentary "Nothing Lasts Forever," the pair debate whether even experts can now tell the difference between real and lab-crafted bling. Through it all, one thing's clear - the diamond industry misunderstood itself.

In this episode, Reporter Nicole Abigael explores the ins and outs of the crypto space, from market trends to CZ stepping down, Bitcoin's future potential and more with Binance's GM, Alex Chehade.

Join us for an insightful conversation about the company's impact on the crypto landscape, the future of digital assets, and more exclusive insights from one of the industry's leading experts.

With over 155,000 hotel rooms, Dubai's hospitality scene is booming. But how does Atlantis Dubai stand out as a premier luxury hotel brand amid such competition? President of Atlantis Dubai, Tim Kelly, shares insider insight. After celebrating a successful first year of Atlantis, The Royal, he's not resting yet. Big plans are underway for entertainment, dining, and more.

The January expansion of the BRICS bloc to include several key Middle Eastern nations was widely seen as a major geopolitical development that could reshape global power dynamics. Bringing Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and others into the fold opened new possibilities for cooperation and trade outside the Western-led order. Key questions remain around whether efforts to introduce a shared trading currency will gain momentum and what effects this could have on the US dollar's dominance globally. It also remains to be seen how Saudi Arabia might leverage its new position within BRICS to advance its Vision 2030 agenda of economic diversification. Meanwhile, it also begs the question of how might the UAE further develop its diplomacy and trade partnerships through deeper BRICS engagement.

In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa speaks with geopolitical risk expert Nicolas Michelon, Partner at strategic advisory firm Confluence Consultants, about the expansion's strategic implications and potential impacts on reshaping global trade in the coming years.

In this episode, Lisa Amnegard, editor of Arabian Business Traveller, speaks with Dr. Dirk Kremer about the worrying trend of young people trading social media filters for fillers. The conversation focuses on how unrealistic beauty standards can trigger a vicious cycle of plastic surgery procedures, leaving many young patients looking older and losing their natural glow. Dr. Kremer provides alternative solutions for how young adults can maintain radiant, youthful skin without resorting to cosmetic injections.

In this episode, host and Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa discusses strategy with Marc Biosca, a partner with global management consulting firm Kearney. The conversation focuses on common misconceptions about strategic planning. Rather than getting bogged down in complexity, Biosca advocates for clear strategic frames of reference that can be easily communicated and executed.

In this episode, R.Evolution's COO Qasim Mansour speaks with Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa about the developer's novel approach to combining wellness, design and sustainability within luxury real estate at Eywa - a one-of-a-kind new project that will become the most distinctive addition to Dubai's already impressive skyline. By engaging all five senses, Eywa aims to attract those seeking more than just material goods. Mansour will provide insight into how the company is achieving the ideal balance between luxury real estate, well-being, and sustainability to provide residents with a true feeling of calm and equilibrium within their homes.

In this episode of AB Majlis, reporter Nicole Abigael dives into the digital landscape in the UAE with Steve Foster. Join us as we unravel the web of cybercrime and its far-reaching impact on society, learning how to protect our technological identities.

With over 30 years working in corporate finance, Tariq Khan made a bold move into the beauty industry by establishing CTZN Cosmetics along with his daughters. Since its launch in 2019, the award-winning brand has experienced exponential growth and global recognition, demonstrating the potential for independent beauty brands to thrive amidst intense competition in the multi-billion dollar industry.

In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with behavioural coach Justin Kent, founder of Hawksby, to discuss the promises and pitfalls of remote work. While the flexible schedules allowed by working from home have benefits like improved work-life balance, studies show the isolation of prolonged remote work during pandemic lockdowns also took a toll on many people's mental health. Justin explains how a lack of in-person interactions and separation of work/life spaces can increase anxiety, depression and loneliness.

At the same time, remote arrangements may pose challenges for those early in their careers who need face-time and networking opportunities within their organizations to advance. As companies transition to hybrid or office-centric models, Justin offers insights on balancing professional demands with personal well-being as professionals re-integrate into the new world of work.