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Affairs

Partnership: Owning the future

The UAE has been building its artificial intelligence ambitions since 2017. With a 2031 leadership target in sight, its AI Office explains how investment, infrastructure and bold policy are delivering results.

  • The Entrepreneurs #7
  • 16 min read
Dubai skyline with high-rise towers and turquoise waterway, featuring UAE AI Office branding.
Affairs

Partnership: Shaping our digital world

From creek-side date trading to quantum computing corridors, Dubai's Chamber of Digital Economy is building the infrastructure, networks and policy frameworks to cement the city's status as the world's foremost digital business destination.

  • The Entrepreneurs #7
  • 6 min read
Ahmad Bin Byat speaking at a podium during a Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy event.
Urbanism

On the up

From a forward-looking emirate to coastal enclaves in Mexico and Morocco, these cities are emerging from the pandemic having made bold improvements and attracted new residents.

  • Issue #165
  • 9 min read
On the up
Culture

Beyond a joke

In an era where comedy walks a tightrope between relevance and risk, satirists worldwide navigate the delicate balance of wielding humour as political weapon while avoiding cancellation or worse.

  • Issue #150
  • 42 min read
Beyond a joke
Property

The Opener

Snakes on a plane, robotic delivery drivers and feng shui failures.

  • Issue #148
  • 9 min read
Pink Coco delivery robot with four wheels on sidewalk pavement
Travel and restaurants

Room to live

With spacious residences and the feel of a speakeasy, the first US opening from Brazilian hotel group Fasano is aiming to be a home away from home by Central Park.

  • Issue #146
  • 1 min read
Elegant hotel bedroom with white bedding, neutral tones, large windows with curtains, and city view
Fashion

In sharp focus

Magrabi Retail is the biggest luxury eyewear firm in the Middle East. We meet the two visionary siblings at the helm of this hugely successful family-owned brand.

  • Issue #120
  • 9 min read
In sharp focus
Business

High flyer

Emirates president Sir Tim Clark piloted the airline from humble beginnings to become the world’s fourth-largest carrier. He insists he’s won by being optimistic – and keeping the wine on tap.

  • The Forecast #9
  • 9 min read
High flyer
Design

Designer plans

Dubai wants to be known for more than skyscrapers. We visit the city’s design district and meet the makers trying to turn it into a bastion of Middle Eastern craft and creativity.

  • Issue #97
  • 10 min read
Designer plans

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