In this episode of Amplified by Hub71, moderator Youssef Salem sits down with Leena Khalil and Basil Moftah, Managing Partners at Key Capital, for a candid fireside chat on one of the most defining questions founders face: should you build to sell, or build to scale?

The conversation explores how founders can think strategically about growth, exits, investor expectations, and long-term company value. Leena and Basil share practical perspectives on what makes a startup attractive to buyers, when scaling independently may create greater upside, and how founders can balance ambition with market realities.

This episode explores the real balance founders and communities are trying to strike in autism support today — using technology to improve access and early intervention, without turning care into something transactional or overly “automated.”

Through a candid conversation, we will unpack what parents and educators often misunderstand, where technology can genuinely help, and what responsible innovation should look like in a space where outcomes have real human stakes.

In this episode, we break down the buzz around stablecoins—those digital dollars (or dirhams) you’ve heard about but never fully understood. Why is Abu Dhabi suddenly at the center of it all? And what’s real vs. hype in this new wave of digital money?
We’re joined by Brian Shroder, CEO of 1Money, as he unpacks what’s driving the shift—from faster payments to smarter regulations—and what’s coming next.

This episode opens AMPLIFIED’s Climate Tech series not with technology, but with the people behind it. What drives someone to devote their life to this work? How do they stay connected to their mission while navigating the realities of scale, funding, and fatigue?

Through intimate conversation with two founders working on climate adaptation — from cooling cities to restoring marine ecosystems - we explore what it means to build in a space that’s urgent, messy, and deeply human.

The discussion will explore how a news app can shift from being a source of stress to a tool for mental well-being, using positive storytelling, AI-driven personalization, and mindful content curation. It will highlight the journey from zero to 100M+ downloads, showcasing how uplifting news and constructive journalism can reshape user engagement and emotional impact.

This fireside chat will explore how traditional food businesses and emerging technologies are shaping the future of food. It covers sustainability, innovation, consumer preferences, and the rise of plant-based alternatives, highlighting the balance between heritage and tech-driven transformation in the industry.

From AI agents to humanoid robots, in conversation with experts to mine the data they have access to and identify where technology is going - and what that means for the region's startup and investment landscape.

From AI agents to humanoid robots, in conversation with experts to mine the data they have access to and identify where technology is going, and what that means for the region's startup and investment landscape.

From AI agents to humanoid robots, in conversation with experts to mine the data they have access to and identify where technology is going - and what that means for the region's startup and investment landscape.

Explore the synergy between creativity and capital within the shared economy. Discover strategies to balance innovative ideas with financial resources, leverage collaborative platforms, and harness community-driven models for sustainable growth.