Logistics: At the heart of economic activity
The global logistics market is expected to be around US$10 trillion in 2024, and is estimated to reach US$21.91 trillion...
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Russia-Ukraine: A tragic comedy of errors
As the Russia-Ukraine conflict grinds on, the West's financial commitment grows, while neither Zelenskyy nor Putin shows interest in peace...
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WEF24: AI becomes a catalyst in education equality
ASI & AI Tutor is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Education to democratize learning with AI tutors, its 20-year-old...
- ASI & AI Tutor is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Education to democratize learning with AI tutors, its 20-year-old CEO Quddus Pativada tells TRENDS.
- Expanding its user base across Africa, Europe, and North America, the company plans to extend beyond the UAE, while developing tools to aid teachers, he adds.
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WEF24: AI stays at forefront of energy revolution
There is a need for global policy alignment to meet the rising energy demands and tackle climate change challenges, Marco...
- There is a need for global policy alignment to meet the rising energy demands and tackle climate change challenges, Marco Arcelli, CEO of ACWA Power, tells TRENDS.
- AI revolutionizes energy production, including water desalination, spearheading the irreversible shift towards renewable sources and green molecules, Arcelli adds.
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WEF24: Managing risks crucial amid AI advancements
AI can revolutionize work and productivity, but balanced regulation is crucial to prevent misuse, Stephen Pagliuca of Bain Capital tells...
- AI can revolutionize work and productivity, but balanced regulation is crucial to prevent misuse, Stephen Pagliuca of Bain Capital tells TRENDS at Davos 2024.
- Pagliuca highlights the US, South America, and Africa as markets with unique potential and delves into the growing sports industry as an investment prospect.
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WEF24: Investor confidence fuels sustainable growth
GFH Financial Group has made significant investments in healthcare, education, logistics, and private lending in Saudi Arabia and the UAE,...
- GFH Financial Group has made significant investments in healthcare, education, logistics, and private lending in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, its CEO tells TRENDS in Davos.
- To counter potential US recession and inflation, the group's strategy emphasizes investing in digital payments, mobile apps, and AI technologies for robust growth.
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WEF24: Unified approach key to resolve challenges
Unified global solutions are crucial to tackle issues like climate change, AI norms, and economic fragmentation, Khalfan Belhoul of Dubai...
- Unified global solutions are crucial to tackle issues like climate change, AI norms, and economic fragmentation, Khalfan Belhoul of Dubai Future Foundation tells TRENDS.
- During interview, Belhoul emphasizes the role of technology as a unifying force and discusses the Foundation's plans for research, development, and international partnerships.
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Government, financial sectors top cyberattack targets
The Middle East's oil and gas sector also stays on hit list of of cyberattackers, Trellix CEO Bryan Palma tells...
- The Middle East's oil and gas sector is a key target for cyberattacks, Trellix CEO Bryan Palma tells TRENDS, stressing the need for widespread cybersecurity investments.
- He emphasizes the critical risks faced by the public sector and financial services, and discusses how XDR and AI technologies are advancing cybersecurity in the region.
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‘Business-based peace initiatives to ease tensions’
The Ukraine-Russia conflict and Gaza crisis are impacting investor confidence and economies in Jordan, Egypt, and Israel, Iyad Malas, CEO...
- The Ukraine-Russia conflict and Gaza crisis are impacting investor confidence and economies in Jordan, Egypt, and Israel, Iyad Malas, CEO of Al Ghurair Group, tells TRENDS.
- Iyad Malas highlights the need for digital transformation and the importance of public-private partnerships in digital investments, notably in infrastructure and healthcare.
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‘Digitization, AI reshape sports and health investments’
AI will play a major role in improving sports performance and health sector advancements, Thomas H. Rudy of leAD Sports...
- AI will play a major role in improving sports performance and health sector advancements, Thomas H. Rudy of leAD Sports & Health Tech Partners tells TRENDS.
- Rudy envisions Saudi Arabia as a major player in health and sports investments, citing examples from golf and football and predicts substantial growth in team values.
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‘ESG, AI and robotics remain FII’s investment focus’
FII Institute remains committed to innovative and sustainable technology investments, Anthony Berkley, ACT Director and Head of Investments, tells TRENDS.
- FII Institute remains committed to innovative and sustainable technology investments, Anthony Berkley, ACT Director and Head of Investments, tells TRENDS.
- Its portfolio includes pioneering firms in AI and robotics, reflecting a focus on impactful solutions in critical areas like sustainability, health, and education.
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‘Strategic position makes UAE key blockchain, Web 3 player’
There is a need for more regulations in the cryptocurrency industry to prevent immoral and aberrant behavior, says Anthony Scaramucci,...
- There is a need for more regulations in the cryptocurrency industry to prevent immoral and aberrant behavior, says Anthony Scaramucci, former White House Communications head
- The blockchain and Web 3 are the future, and UAE's well-designed cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi make them critical players in the industry, adds SkyBridge Capital founder Scaramucci
Logistics: At the heart of economic activity
The global logistics market is expected to be around US$10 trillion in 2024, and is estimated to reach US$21.91 trillion...
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WEF24: Understanding regional nuances key to success
Industries are increasingly investing in transformative technologies, including cybersecurity, sustainable solutions and AI, Sapthagiri Chapalapalli tells TRENDS in an interview.
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WEF24: The story of Africa is being reclaimed
Africa is moving away from stereotypes of poverty and incapacity to a narrative of ability and competitiveness, Sithembile Ntombela maNdaba,...
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WEF24: GenAI poised to revolutionize energy sector
The GCC -- with countries such as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar -- plays an important role in...
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WEF24: Geopolitical upheaval to affect global economy
Geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Middle East unrest, and China-Taiwan ties are key economic disruptors, says Bill Browder of...
- Geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Middle East unrest, and China-Taiwan ties are key economic disruptors, says Bill Browder of Hermitage Capital.
- Economic outlook remain tough with inflation-growth conflict as US stays stable, Europe stagnant, and China slowing, spotlighting on central banks' strategies, he adds.
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WEF24: AI becomes a catalyst in education equality
ASI & AI Tutor is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Education to democratize learning with AI tutors, its 20-year-old...
- ASI & AI Tutor is collaborating with the UAE Ministry of Education to democratize learning with AI tutors, its 20-year-old CEO Quddus Pativada tells TRENDS.
- Expanding its user base across Africa, Europe, and North America, the company plans to extend beyond the UAE, while developing tools to aid teachers, he adds.
Interview
WEF24: AI stays at forefront of energy revolution
There is a need for global policy alignment to meet the rising energy demands and tackle climate change challenges, Marco...
- There is a need for global policy alignment to meet the rising energy demands and tackle climate change challenges, Marco Arcelli, CEO of ACWA Power, tells TRENDS.
- AI revolutionizes energy production, including water desalination, spearheading the irreversible shift towards renewable sources and green molecules, Arcelli adds.