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In 2065 America, brilliant editor Feonix Cheenoma enters a contest to lead the last "trustworthy" media empire—only to uncover the dangerous lies threatening what's left of democracy.

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AI influencer Lil Miquela, who boasts 2.5M followers, shared she’s feeling “super overwhelmed” and needs to be more mindful of her time and content. It sparked a flood of support in the comments. But why do so many of us connect with these virtual personalities in the first place? Head to the link to see what our new article uncovered!

The Rise of AI Influencers, Totems and Beyonce’s Beehive. Why Do We Crave Authenticity Yet Flock to AI Influencers? Digital Anthropologist Giles Crouch Explains Our Ancient + Cyborg Tendencies.

The future of work is global-first. But saving money with international teams won’t pay off without the cultural intelligence to make it work.

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Getting Your Money’s Worth from a Global Engineering Team The future of work is global first. But saving money with international teams won’t pay off without the cultural intelligence to make it work.

We dropped an article on the elder care crisis in the United States, exploring how people from different parts of the world and cultures are addressing this issue. It sparked some fascinating conversations about how the elderly are treated across various societies and cultural contexts. Spoiler: People think Americans could use some improvement in this area.

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The Global Hunt for Elder Caregivers The U.S. is headed towards an elder care crisis. But where there’s a problem, America often finds a capitalistic solution.

How the Gulf is Fast-Tracking AI Innovation — and What It Means for Global Tech

From precision healthcare to groundbreaking educational tools, the Gulf region is leading a surge in AI advancements that could transform global standards. Key players like Microsoft, Google, Blackstone, and Meta are joining forces with UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar to create a tech landscape with wide-reaching impact, touching every industry.

This roundup is part of our bi-weekly series covering AI’s role in reshaping critical sectors in the Gulf. We read the Arabic headlines so you don't have to. We track how these advancements don’t just benefit one region but set the stage for global innovation, creating a diverse, multipolar tech culture that will be noticeably different from the traditional 'bro' culture of Silicon Valley.

Swipe through our highlights, and head to our website to read the full article. Let’s talk about where this tech journey is taking us and how it can shape the future we’re building together.

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The Gulf's AI Arms Race Is Just Getting Started From the UAE's Falcon to Saudi Arabia's $40 billion bet, the Middle East is turning AI into a geopolitical power play. This isn't just tech—it's a high-stakes game of influence.