Videos

Dr. Hakim Hacid, Chief Researcher at TII’s AI and Digital Science Research Center, argues that AI’s future will be defined not by model size alone, but by cultural authenticity, accessibility, openness, and real-world value.

The telco-to-techno shift is no longer optional. It is an operational necessity in a world where connectivity, cloud, and AI are deeply intertwined.

Saeed Belhoul unpacks the UAE’s decision to position digital identity as a core pillar of its digital transformation—and the inspiration behind TDRA’s mission to advance it nationwide.

Dr. Leonid Zhukov (Director, BCG X AI Science Institute) and Professor Tim Kraska (MIT, Data and AI Lab) unpack what being “agentic” truly means. They explain how today’s AI agents work, why large language models serve as the “brains” of these systems, and where human oversight remains essential.

Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, explores how the UAE is strengthening its digital competitiveness through resilient ICT infrastructure, sovereign cloud platforms, and strategic interoperability.

Thomas Cherian explains how platform thinking, data, and strategic partnerships are redefining customer experience at Commercial Bank of Dubai.

ADNOC’s Ibrahim Al Zu’bi and BCG’s Tamer Obied explore how AI is driving sustainability, efficiency, and innovation in energy—unlocking smarter strategies for net-zero goals and resilient, future-ready operations.

In this episode Dr. Bernd van Linder, CEO of Commercial Bank of Dubai, and Mohammad Khan, MD & Partner at BCG, offer real-world insights into how banks are moving beyond pilot programs and embedding GenAI into their core operations.

Ali Al Mansoori, Group Chief People Officer of e& shares his thoughts on the future of work, the challenges of fostering innovation, and the importance of building people-centric organizations.

Akram Awad, Managing Director & Partner and Global Lead for Smart Cities at BCG, and Noor Sweid, Founder and Managing Partner at Global Ventures, discuss the region’s preparedness to harness the transformative potential of AI.