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Episode Title:๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆDigital Sovereignty & The Gulf Tech Frontier๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Another thought-provoking episode of Heads Talk this week as I sit down with an influential figure in the Gulfโ€™s digital transformation space.

Giorgio Torre, a leader in data, sustainability and technology advisory, KPMG, with a broad international remit, but a particular focus on the GCC region, including Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Giorgio and I first planned this conversation over a year ago. A lot has changed since then. So this is a timely, refreshed discussion exploring how the Gulf is boldly positioning itself as a global technology and AI sovereignty powerhouse. From quantum computing and autonomous energy systems, to culturally relevant Arabic-language AI models, Giorgioโ€™s insights are grounded in strategy, policy and lived advisory experience across governments, central banks and regulatory bodies.

Giorgio is not just an advisor, heโ€™s a voice of influence in the region, with over 120,000 followers and more than 12 million monthly views on LinkedIn. His posts ignite discussions across industry, policy and academia.

Topics Covered
โ—ฝ๏ธGulf Digital Sovereignty and Strategic Tech Independence
โ—ฝ๏ธAI Turf War: DeepSeek, OpenAI, and GCCโ€™s Position
โ—ฝ๏ธQatarโ€™s โ€œFanarโ€ and the Rise of Culturally Aware AI Models
โ—ฝ๏ธFusion of Quantum Computing and AI in the Gulf
โ—ฝ๏ธGCC's shift from Hydrocarbon Dependency to Digital Innovation
โ—ฝ๏ธQatar & Saudi Arabiaโ€™s AI Strategies in Energy, Security, and Autonomy
โ—ฝ๏ธDeveloping local AI Ecosystems and Talent Pipelines across the GCC
โ—ฝ๏ธRegulatory Innovation and Cross-border Digital Diplomacy
โ—ฝ๏ธWhy Qatar is Emerging as a Magnet for Business, Careers & Innovation

So downloadโณgrab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Peach Cobbler Tea โ˜•๏ธ& have a listen๐Ÿ›‹

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Episode Title:๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆDigital Sovereignty & The Gulf Tech Frontier๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

Another thought-provoking episode of Heads Talk this week as I sit down with an influential figure in the Gulfโ€™s digital transformation space.

Giorgio Torre, a leader in data, sustainability and technology advisory, KPMG, with a broad international remit, but a particular focus on the GCC region, including Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Giorgio and I first planned this conversation over a year ago. A lot has changed since then. So this is a timely, refreshed discussion exploring how the Gulf is boldly positioning itself as a global technology and AI sovereignty powerhouse. From quantum computing and autonomous energy systems, to culturally relevant Arabic-language AI models, Giorgioโ€™s insights are grounded in strategy, policy and lived advisory experience across governments, central banks and regulatory bodies.

Giorgio is not just an advisor, heโ€™s a voice of influence in the region, with over 120,000 followers and more than 12 million monthly views on LinkedIn. His posts ignite discussions across industry, policy and academia.

Topics Covered
โ—ฝ๏ธGulf Digital Sovereignty and Strategic Tech Independence
โ—ฝ๏ธAI Turf War: DeepSeek, OpenAI, and GCCโ€™s Position
โ—ฝ๏ธQatarโ€™s โ€œFanarโ€ and the Rise of Culturally Aware AI Models
โ—ฝ๏ธFusion of Quantum Computing and AI in the Gulf
โ—ฝ๏ธGCC's shift from Hydrocarbon Dependency to Digital Innovation
โ—ฝ๏ธQatar & Saudi Arabiaโ€™s AI Strategies in Energy, Security, and Autonomy
โ—ฝ๏ธDeveloping local AI Ecosystems and Talent Pipelines across the GCC
โ—ฝ๏ธRegulatory Innovation and Cross-border Digital Diplomacy
โ—ฝ๏ธWhy Qatar is Emerging as a Magnet for Business, Careers & Innovation

So downloadโณgrab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Peach Cobbler Tea โ˜•๏ธ& have a listen๐Ÿ›‹

Episode Sponsored by
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