Gulf Intelligence Podcasts

AI Arabia Center of Excellence Dialogues | Roundtable Podcast 4 – Part ATheme: How Can National AI Infrastructure and Compute Capacity Enable Scalable Adoption Across Key Sectors?In this episode of the Arabia Dialogues Podcast Series, leading experts from across industry, energy, technology, and digital transformation come together to explore how nations can build the AI infrastructure, compute capacity, and innovation ecosystems required to accelerate scalable AI adoption.From sovereign AI capabilities and cloud infrastructure to energy demand, public-private collaboration, and workforce readiness, our speakers share practical insights and strategic perspectives on how countries can position themselves for long-term AI-driven growth and competitiveness.Featured Speakers:

• Zainab Al Amin, Vice President of National Digital Transformation, Microsoft Saudi Arabia
• Omar AlSheikh, Country Head & Senior Director, KSA & Bahrain - Energy, Services & Government, Infosys
• Sultan Moraished, Group Head of Technology & Corporate Excellence, Red Sea Global
• James McCallum, Executive Chairman of Xergy & Professor of Energy, Strathclyde University
• Dr. Ahmed Alfadhel, Executive Director of Innovation & Technology Commercialization, Dhahran Techno Valley (DTV)
• Robin Mills, Chief Executive, Qamar Energy

Stay tuned for more insights as we continue the conversation in Part B.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast examined why oil markets remain deceptively calm despite mounting geopolitical and supply chain risks. Adi Imsirovic warned inventories are nearing critical lows, Maleeha Bengali highlighted Pakistan’s worsening energy shortages and geopolitical balancing act, while Clyde Russell cautioned China’s sulfur and battery supply chains could become the next major pressure point in the global crisis.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast unpacked rising geopolitical and energy market stress as Brent climbed above $105. Omar Najia warned Trump is “checkmated” on Iran, Raad Alkadiri said Tehran seeks security guarantees over symbolism, Russell Robertson highlighted Asia’s race for supply resilience, while Alan Gelder cautioned Europe’s fuel inventories remain deceptively fragile despite calm markets.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets podcast unpacked the fragile Iran-US diplomacy keeping Brent above $100 and the outlook for Trump-Xi Jinping Summit. Ali Al-Riyami warned GCC divisions and Strait of Hormuz tensions will outlast any short-term deal, Amena Bakr focused on OPEC+ cohesion and the UAE’s gradual production strategy, Marc Oswald highlighted China’s growing leverage and “just in case” energy security, while Zoe Upson underscored the mounting pressure on shipping markets and stranded seafarers.

AI Arabia Center of Excellence Dialogues | Roundtable Podcast 3 – Part BIn Part B of the Arabia Dialogues Podcast Series, our expert panel continues the conversation on how nations can effectively develop and scale the talent needed to thrive in an AI-driven future.Building on the insights from Part A, this session dives deeper into actionable strategies, cross-sector collaboration, and the role of leadership in shaping resilient and future-ready workforces.Featured Speakers:

• Amit Sreedharan, AVP & Business Head (MEA – Energy, Services & Government), Infosys
• Chiara Marcati, Chief Advisory & Business Officer, AI71
• Robin Machado, Head of Digital R&D MEA, Siemens Energy & ADYBC Board Member
• Hala Al Hashmi, IT Manager, Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC)

If you haven’t watched Part A yet, be sure to check it out for the full context of the discussion.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets podcast, guest hosted by Mukesh Sahdev, examines why oil markets are pricing a longer geopolitical standoff. Ramin Lakani warns uncontrolled IRGC actions could turn Hormuz “more off than on,” Nadia Martin Wiggen flags severe gasoline blending shortages and collapsing OECD inventories ahead of summer, while Victor Yang says China is unlikely to bow to escalating U.S. sanctions pressure anytime soon.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets podcast, guest hosted by Paul Hickin, opens with overnight escalation as Iran targeted UAE tankers and energy assets, threatening the fragile ceasefire and jolting oil markets. June Goh highlights tightening supply from Hormuz disruptions, Narendra Taneja warns of potential conflict escalation, Omar Al-Ubaydli sees cautious negotiation progress, while Charles Ellinas underscores Iran’s assertiveness and growing geopolitical deadlock shaping market uncertainty.

AI Arabia Center of Excellence Dialogues | Roundtable Podcast 3 – Part ATheme: How Can Nations Build the Talent and Skills Required to Sustain AI-Driven Economies?In this episode of the Arabia Dialogues Podcast Series, leading experts from across industry and technology come together to explore one of the most critical challenges of our time—developing the talent and skills needed to power AI-driven economies.From workforce transformation and education to public-private collaboration, our speakers share practical insights and real-world perspectives on how nations can future-proof their talent pipelines in the age of AI.Featured Speakers:

• Amit Sreedharan, AVP & Business Head (MEA – Energy, Services & Government), Infosys
• Chiara Marcati, Chief Advisory & Business Officer, AI71
• Robin Machado, Head of Digital R&D MEA, Siemens Energy & ADYBC Board Member
• Hala Al Hashmi, IT Manager, Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC)

Stay tuned for more insights as we continue the conversation in Part B.

Today’s Daily Energy Markets podcast guest host Frank Kane led a discussion where Omar Najia warned oil is bearish amid diplomacy and demand destruction. Michelle Bockmann questioned “Project Freedom” and shipping safety. Brian Pieri highlighted rising US consumer pressures. Robin Mills cautioned an imminent supply crunch, followed by inventory rebuilds that could later push prices lower.

Today's podcast explores surging oil prices driven by prolonged geopolitical tensions. Carole Nakhle highlights market volatility and OPEC dynamics, Yuriy Humber examines Japan’s energy security and supply diversification, and Walter Simpson outlines the operational risks of shutting and restarting oil fields, emphasizing uncertainty, investment challenges, and the likelihood of lasting structural shifts in global energy markets.