WIRED Middle East

AI is reshaping how people engage with religious knowledge, offering unprecedented access to sacred texts—but at what cost? From ethical concerns to interpretive challenges, scholars are questioning whether AI can truly capture the depth of religious scholarship. Can an algorithm understand faith beyond the text? Or will AI’s influence redefine spiritual authority? WIRED Middle East spoke to Dr. Mohammed Ghaly and Dr. Majd Hawasly at Qatar’s Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Click to read more about the impact of AI on Islamic scholarship and the ethical questions it raises. https://lnkd.in/dQSkn-fT

Amid the intense competition in the payments industry, Mastercard is prioritizing innovation and exploring new frontiers to stay ahead. What opportunities lie ahead for payment players, and how is Mastercard driving innovation through tokenization and biometrics? Mastercard’s Prakriti Singh, SVP of Digital and eCommerce for EEMEA, and Kaushik Gopal, EVP of Enterprise Gateway Solutions, Core Payments, share fascinating insights. Click to learn more. -In partnership with Mastercard

#Valentine’s Day is here and it’s that gift time of the year again. WIRED Middle East has compiled this list of gift ideas that are both practical and stylish for the HER and HIM of your life.

What is the secular shift in payments? And what is the secular growth opportunity in the EEMEA region? Mastercard’s Gaurang Shah, EVP of Core Payments for EEMEA, and Mete Güney, Executive Vice President Commercial and New Payment Flows for EEMEA shed light on the potential and challenges for the payment ecosystem. Click to learn more. -In partnership with Mastercard.

Keychron, known for balancing features, price, and customizability, has an excellent solution: the K series (including K Pro and K Max), which offers compact, quiet, and smooth typing experiences. Whether you're a professional, gamer, or typing enthusiast, the Keychron K13 Max is an outstanding wireless #mechanicalkeyboard that combines performance, customization, and flexibility. Click to check out the full review. https://lnkd.in/dJMguV4A

AI is reshaping the business world in an unprecedented way. Amit Gupta, VP of Data & AI at e& enterprise, highlights AI’s transition from automating repetitive tasks to enhancing human decision-making. From boosting productivity to improving customer experiences, AI empowers organizations to innovate and adapt. The rise of Generative AI and AI Agents is driving deeper personalization and efficiency. And e& enterprise is committed to helping businesses harness AI to unlock new opportunities and foster a more innovative workforce. Click to learn more. -In partnership with e& enterprise

Can we still feed a world that gets hotter? The UAE-based AgTech company iyris says yes. iyris’ Second Sky uses nanotechnology in greenhouse plastics to cut heat stress and water consumption by 40%. Beyond this, their patented genetic breakthroughs create resilient crops that thrive in extreme climates. Click to learn more.

From Jan 14-16, 2025, the World Future Energy Summit returns to Abu Dhabi, spotlighting AI’s role in shaping sustainable energy. This year, AI takes center stage, driving decarbonization, resource optimization, and global climate goals. Don’t miss the Innovation Day by IRENA or sessions on AI in water security, eMobility, and smart cities. With inspiring speakers and cutting-edge showcases like CLIXai, World Future Energy Summit is where sustainability and tech unite. Explore breakthroughs in renewable energy, green hydrogen, ClimateTech, and more at ADNEC Centre. #WFES2025 -In partnership with World Future Energy Summit

In a groundbreaking partnership with Google Cloud, Media City Qatar unveiled ‘Qatar ArtBeat,’ an AI-powered project that united over 15,000 voices to create a stunning visual narrative. The result is a Guinness World Records title for the Most People Contributing to an AI-generated image. “This wasn’t just about breaking records—it was about redefining unity and creativity,” says H.E. Sheikh Dr. Abdulla Bin Ali Al Thani, Chairman of Media City Qatar. Qatar’s message is clear: the future of media is here. Click to read the full story. -In partnership with Media City Qatar

On Dec. 10, 2022, Morocco made history as the first African team to reach the World Cup semi-finals. It was the joyful moment when players celebrated with their mothers, which inspired Palestinian-American entrepreneur Morad Fareed to launch FC Mother. FC Mother turns football clubs into maternal health hubs, supporting pregnant mothers with AI-powered tools, expert guidance, and fan engagement. Every mom deserves a team. Click to learn more about this game-changing approach to #publichealth.