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Gulf Intelligence is a Dubai-based Energy Markets Publisher that offers Think Tank Consultancy services to partners engaged across the full value-chain of the Middle East Energy Sector. GI leverages its unparalleled last mile of connectivity in the Gulf region to facilitate critical knowledge exchange and intimate networking between National and International stakeholders tasked with leading the commercial development and advancement of the East of Suez physical energy markets.

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  • Yesterday · 34 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 23

    Brent’s breakout above $110 sparked debate over escalating geopolitical risks. Raad Alkadiri warned of renewed Iran conflict, while Rachel Ziemba highlighted vulnerable Gulf energy infrastructure and expanding international investments by national oil companies. Bora Barman examined the Fed’s inflation-employment dilemma, questioning whether AI investment and higher interest rates could undermine economic growth in 2027.

  • Thursday · 31 min

    𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗕

    Theme: How Can Accountability Be Preserved as AI Reshapes Digital Finance Infrastructure? In Part B, leading voices from across banking, financial technology, Islamic finance, AI and digital transformation continue exploring how financial institutions can embrace AI-driven innovation while maintaining accountability, transparency and trust. The conversation examines the importance of regulatory compliance, human oversight and responsible AI governance in building secure, resilient and future-ready financial systems. Featured Speakers: Abdulaziz Al-Ghufaili – Chief Technology Officer, Bank Albilad Elias Tayeh – Founder and CEO, Cedratech Consulting Services Ltd Saima Tariq Khan – Founder, OrionsFlow & Senior AI Advisor, Assessed Intelligence Bashar Al-Natoor – Global Head of Islamic Finance, Fitch Ratings Abdullah AlBar – Chief Technology Officer, STAMP Discover how financial institutions can strengthen AI governance, safeguard accountability and balance technological innovation with the trust and transparency essential to the future of digital finance.

  • Thursday · 34 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 22

    With Brent surpassing $111, today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast examined mounting geopolitical and market risks. Kate Dourian warned of Saudi supply vulnerabilities and shifting Asian buyers. Arne Lohmann-Rasmussen highlighted Europe's energy insecurity and persistent tanker shortages. Mike McGlone cautioned that US midterm elections, tightening monetary policy and weakening equities could trigger a major market correction.

  • Wednesday · 30 min

    𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔

    Theme: How Can Accountability Be Preserved as AI Reshapes Digital Finance Infrastructure?In Part A, leading voices from across banking, financial technology, Islamic finance, AI and digital transformation explore how accountability, transparency and governance can be maintained as artificial intelligence transforms financial infrastructure. The conversation examines the opportunities and challenges of AI adoption while highlighting the importance of trust, regulatory oversight and responsible innovation in the financial sector.Featured Speakers:Abdulaziz Al-Ghufaili – Chief Technology Officer, Bank AlbiladElias Tayeh – Founder and CEO, Cedratech Consulting Services LtdSaima Tariq Khan – Founder, OrionsFlow & Senior AI Advisor, Assessed IntelligenceBashar Al-Natoor – Global Head of Islamic Finance, Fitch RatingsAbdullah AlBar – Chief Technology Officer, STAMPStay tuned for Part B, as the conversation continues on how financial institutions can balance AI-driven innovation with accountability, governance and trust.

  • Wednesday · 30 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 21

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast examined oil’s uncertain direction as Brent struggles to break above $110. Clyde Russell highlighted China’s structurally declining crude demand and refining choices. Adi Imsirovic warned of prolonged geopolitical risks and Europe’s energy vulnerabilities, while Toby Copson emphasized sustained market tightness, cautious trading positions, and uncertainty surrounding the US midterm elections.

  • Tuesday · 32 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 20

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast featured a spirited debate on oil prices and supply disruptions. Maleeha Bengali warned that weakening Chinese demand and financial pressures could limit price gains. Jorge Montepeque challenged supply recovery narratives, forecasting persistent diesel shortages, while Mehmet Öğütçü highlighted escalating geopolitical risks, Iraq's recovering exports and uncertainty surrounding regional security arrangements.

  • Monday · 31 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 19

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast saw Omar Najia warn of an oil price surge toward record highs amid escalating regional conflict, while Jamie Ingram highlighted the disconnect between futures and physical markets, alongside prolonged supply disruptions into 2027. Tim Mulders emphasized growing demand for reliable storage access, flexibility and strategic energy infrastructure investment.

  • October 16 · 30 min

    𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗕

    𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗕 Theme: How Can Enterprises Scale AI Pilots into Measurable Business Value? In Part B, leading voices from across technology, energy, telecommunications, finance and digital innovation examine the challenges of scaling AI adoption, emphasizing cybersecurity, governance, workforce readiness and human oversight. The discussion explores the growing role of AI agents, the opportunities presented by local AI models and the importance of balancing innovation with operational reliability, regulatory compliance and measurable business outcomes. Featured Speakers: Ahmad Al-Natsheh – CEO/Founder, Khosouf Studio Mauro Flores – Chief Data & AI Officer, Formerly Virgin Media O2 and Salesforce Andrea Prazakova – Founder & CEO, BrainGym, Zufa.Ai, daon & Space Uncensored Podcast Dr. Satyam Priyadarshy – Founder & CEO, Reignite Future, USA Junaid Aziz – Founder & Principal Advisor, Cognitive Commerce (Cogmerce) Dr. Morgan Eldred – Founder, Digital Energy Discover how enterprises can strengthen AI governance, build organizational trust and develop the capabilities needed to turn AI experimentation into scalable, sustainable business value.

  • October 16 · 31 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 16

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast examined escalating geopolitical risks and mounting winter energy pressures. Osama Rizvi warned Saudi Arabia must de-escalate to protect oil exports. Pamela Munger highlighted resilient Hormuz crude flows and recovering diesel shipments. Anne-Sophie Corbeau cautioned that Europe's low gas storage, intensifying Asian LNG competition and potential US export restrictions threaten energy security.

  • October 15 · 31 min

    𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 – 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔

    Theme: How Can Enterprises Scale AI Pilots into Measurable Business Value? In Part A, leading voices from across technology, energy, telecommunications, finance and digital innovation explore how enterprises can move beyond AI experimentation to deliver measurable business value. The discussion examines operational efficiency, return on investment, workforce upskilling, cybersecurity and AI governance, while highlighting the challenges of scaling pilot projects into commercially viable solutions. Featured Speakers: Ahmad Al-Natsheh – CEO/Founder, Khosouf Studio Mauro Flores – Chief Data & AI Officer, Formerly Virgin Media O2 and Salesforce Andrea Prazakova – Founder & CEO, BrainGym, Zufa.Ai, daon & Space Uncensored Podcast Dr. Satyam Priyadarshy – Founder & CEO, Reignite Future, USA Junaid Aziz – Founder & Principal Advisor, Cognitive Commerce (Cogmerce) Dr. Morgan Eldred – Founder, Digital Energy Stay tuned for Part B, as the conversation continues on how enterprises can overcome barriers to AI adoption and translate innovation into sustainable business value. #AIArabia #ArtificialIntelligence #SaudiArabia #AI #DigitalTransformation #AIGovernance #Innovation #BusinessTransformation #GenerativeAI #GulfIntelligence

  • October 15 · 33 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 15

    Oil prices remain rangebound despite escalating geopolitical risks. Victor Yang anticipates stable Chinese crude imports and limited inventory drawdowns in Q4. Alan Gelder warns diesel markets will remain tight despite strategic stock releases, while Peter McGuire highlights persistent inflation, potential Fed tightening and growing equity market vulnerabilities amid mounting geopolitical uncertainty and volatility.

  • October 14 · 32 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 14

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast examines whether energy markets are adapting to prolonged geopolitical disruption or approaching a deeper crisis. Omar Al Ubaydli challenges assumptions of permanent disruption, highlighting technological solutions; June Goh examines China's strategic oil procurement and resilience; while Paul Hickin warns that worsening diesel shortages and shifting trade flows threaten global supply stability.

  • October 13 · 23 min

    14th Fujairah Energy Markets Forum: Navigating East-of-Suez Midstream Logistics Through a Storm -- from “Just in Time” to “Just in Case”: Opportunities & Challenges?

    How is the East-of-Suez energy sector navigating midstream logistics challenges amid geopolitical disruptions? EMF 2026's Industry Leadership Panel explored the shift from “Just in Time” to “Just in Case,” highlighting supply chain resilience, strategic redundancy, infrastructure investment and opportunities for regional cooperation.

  • October 13 · 33 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 13

    Today's Daily Energy Markets Podcast examines the widening disconnect between Brent crude prices and physical market realities. Nadia Martin Wiggen highlights soaring freight costs and resilient product demand; Andy Laven explains why Brent no longer reflects delivered oil costs; while Marc Ostwald warns that sticky inflation, geopolitical uncertainty and weakening US consumer spending threaten the outlook.

  • October 12 · 32 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 2

    Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast featured a spirited debate on escalating geopolitical risks and oil market volatility. Omar Najia forecast Brent reaching $120, citing supply disruptions; Laury Haytayan linked Saudi attacks to Iran’s economic pressures and US elections; while Neil Atkinson questioned Russian diesel deals and strategic stock releases as meaningful supply solutions.

  • October 2 · 33 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 2

    Oil markets face mounting structural pressure as Danial Rahmat says Iran’s Hormuz strategy is increasingly hurting Tehran itself. Zoe Upson highlights extraordinary tanker costs, with freight now driving Gulf trade economics. David Elward warns tightening diesel supplies and record-low European gas storage are setting up an increasingly difficult winter for global energy markets.

  • October 2 · 29 min

    AI Arabia Center of Excellence | Post-Roundtable Podcast – "Part B"

    AI Arabia Center of Excellence | Post-Roundtable Podcast – Part BTheme: Which of the Top 5 Takeaways – Consensus Priorities Identified During the AI Arabia Center of Excellence Roundtable at LEAP 2026 Should Saudi Arabia Act on First?The discussion explores which priorities Saudi Arabia should act on first as the Kingdom accelerates its AI ambitions — examining the practical steps needed to translate strategy into execution, strengthen the enabling ecosystem and deliver measurable impact across the economy.Featured Speakers:Zainab Al Amin – Vice President of National Digital Transformation, Microsoft Saudi ArabiaDr. Mohammed Al-Surf – Managing Director, Tilad Sustainability Co. & Tilad Institute; Founder & CEO, Saudi Green Building AllianceHina Shoeb – Managing Director, Head of Analytics, Cross Practice, Ratings, S&P Global, Saudi ArabiaTukeer Hussain – Senior Financial Services Adviser, British Embassy RiyadhRawan Almogbil – CEO, Lenks.ai & CIO, InnovationXFarid Urbano – Senior Manager, Strategy Management Office, Tamkeen Technologies

  • October 1 · 32 min

    PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets - October 1

    Today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast examined a market undergoing strategic recalibration. Sara Akbar highlighted recovering Hormuz crude flows and Gulf infrastructure resilience; Narendra Taneja flagged India’s punishing $120–129 landed crude costs; Charles Ellinas warned Europe’s diesel crunch could persist; while Walter Simpson emphasized renewed investment in regional refining, onshoring and alternative export routes through Oman.

  • October 1 · 30 min

    AI Arabia Center of Excellence | Post-Roundtable Podcast – "Part A"

    AI Arabia Center of Excellence | Post-Roundtable Podcast – Part ATheme: Which of the Top 5 Takeaways – Consensus Priorities Identified During the AI Arabia Center of Excellence Roundtable at LEAP 2026 Should Saudi Arabia Act on First?In Part A of this special Post-Roundtable Podcast, leading voices from across technology, finance, sustainability, innovation and digital transformation come together to reflect on the Top 5 Takeaways and Consensus Priorities identified during the AI Arabia Center of Excellence Roundtable at LEAP 2026.The discussion explores which priorities Saudi Arabia should act on first as the Kingdom accelerates its AI ambitions — examining the practical steps needed to translate strategy into execution, strengthen the enabling ecosystem and deliver measurable impact across the economy.Featured Speakers:Zainab Al Amin – Vice President of National Digital Transformation, Microsoft Saudi ArabiaDr. Mohammed Al-Surf – Managing Director, Tilad Sustainability Co. & Tilad Institute; Founder & CEO, Saudi Green Building AllianceHina Shoeb – Managing Director, Head of Analytics, Cross Practice, Ratings, S&P Global, Saudi ArabiaTukeer Hussain – Senior Financial Services Adviser, British Embassy RiyadhRawan Almogbil – CEO, Lenks.ai & CIO, InnovationXFarid Urbano – Senior Manager, Strategy Management Office, Tamkeen TechnologiesStay tuned for Part B, as the conversation continues on the priorities that can help turn Saudi Arabia’s AI ambitions into scalable, measurable outcomes.

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