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Key topics at ADSW 2026 include the transformation of global energy systems, water and food security, nature conservation, and the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Dr. Mujtaba Ali Khan on innovation, sustainability, and the future of healthcare at Burjeel Medical City

Seasoned leaders often shift their focus from personal achievement to creating enduring impact. After years of building and guiding complex organizations, they begin to apply their accumulated experience toward strengthening systems and communities. Wael Gad exemplifies this evolution. With over 32 years of experience driving transformation across the energy, manufacturing, and technology sectors, Gad now […]

Dr. Han, PhD in optoelectronics, founded Gate in 2013 to create a secure and transparent crypto trading platform, personally building its early infrastructure. Today, Gate serves over 20 million users worldwide, combining technical innovation, strong security measures, and a long-term vision for crypto adoption and institutional growth.

Insights from a 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 panel.

"A particularly defining example I can share is from as far back as 1960, when our visionary founder, Masaru Ibuka, envisioned AI as the future of electronics. That forward-thinking mindset has been part of our DNA and today this vision has become our reality; to unleash human imagination and creativity with AI."

A Dubai-headquartered strategic advisory and investment platform, founded by Yigit Sezgin, is shaping landmark transactions and pioneering deal structures across global luxury and lifestyle real estate and hospitality markets.

"Accountability is embedded through ownership—people are trusted with responsibility and supported in delivering outcomes."

The 100 is more than a ranking—it is a reflection of what the region has become: a magnet for excellence, a hub for global talent, and a source of stories that inspire across borders.

In the era of speed and quick returns, Armenian philanthropist and impact leader Mareta Gevorkyan focuses on patience.She describes the concept of patient capital, quiet leadership, and progress being a matter of time, presence, and trust in people.

INSEAD Board of Directors Chair Kristin Skogen Lund MBA'92J explains why business education must evolve to equip leaders with the skills to navigate AI-driven change and embed AI into strategic decision-making.

Armand Arton founded Arton Capital nearly two decades ago with a simple view: to make global citizenship an accessible reality. Today, amid rising global wealth, evolving foreign investment policies, and an unpredictable sociopolitical climate, this Canada-based firm with a global presence is reshaping the discourse surrounding borders, security, and opportunity.

"When it comes to implementing AI communication tools, it is not about applying the most advanced tools or even the largest number of tools. Instead, what matters is how intelligently you integrate AI to address your communication needs."

The event was supported by The Impression, Cle and Partners, Lucidity Insights, and Numai Real Estate.

Just three months since the official launch of Innovation City, the Ras Al Khaimah-based technology freezone is setting benchmarks that offer a new perspective on what it means to foster founder-centric innovation.

Mekkaoui recently announced the successful closing of an $8 million round for Homecourt, the home-care beauty brand he co-founded with Courteney Cox.

H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, stressed at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai that the UAE's digital direction remains clear, consistent, and focused on shaping the world's next economy.

Riz Ahmed's rise from SmartCrowd client to CEO reflects a leader whose belief in the platform runs deeper than strategy—it's personal. Now, he steps in to shape a new era of accessible, transparent investment for the region.

Hasnae Taleb is the first-ever Arab-African woman to hold a position at Nasdaq, a Wall Street prodigy, and a trailblazing investor reshaping global finance. As former Morgan Stanley, she now serves as Managing Partner at Mintiply Capital and GCC Partner at Fuel Venture Capital, breaking barriers, building influence, and creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders.

Wissam Breidy is reframing real estate through a purpose-driven lens, building communities grounded in meaning, wellness, and long-term value. As CEO of HRE Development, he leads with intention and humanity, proving that the most powerful projects are those that leave a legacy beyond the skyline.

With Longevity Wellness Hub, Dani Afiouni is pioneering a new era of precision wellness rooted in science and self-mastery. His mission: empower people to understand their bodies and design a life of clarity, vitality, and resilience.

Ajay Rajendran has transformed Meraki Group into a global ecosystem that unites real estate, education, and construction under one human-centric philosophy. His approach blends innovation, craftsmanship, and purpose to create spaces and experiences that inspire lasting impact.

Global discussions about Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification often highlight large-scale developments, rapid tourism growth, and major international events. Yet, beneath this physical and social infrastructure lies a less visible but far more critical foundation, a rapidly evolving legal and business ecosystem being built for the long term. At the heart of this new ecosystem is […]

Fawaz Sous, CEO of OCTA Properties, is redefining Dubai's real estate landscape through innovation, integration, and intelligent collaboration. As featured in The Visionaries powered by Publsh, his approach transforms development into a seamless ecosystem built on connection and purpose.

The Managing Director of DMDC shares how trust, craftsmanship, and vision shaped his journey to the top of luxury construction.

"Loyalty is never instant; it is built slowly, over years, sometimes decades. For Babyshop, it has come from being present in people's lives at the moments that matter most."