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The Smashi Business Show

Augustus Media
Saudi Arabia
Dubai
Vision 2030
Real Estate Market
Nvidia
Aramco
Shark Tank Egypt
Qube Development
Tourism
Hajj
Oil Sector
Blue Chip
Saudi Aramco
Maki
Ameen Makhlouf
Dubai Real Estate Market
GDP
Proptech
UAE
US Dollar

The Smashi Business Show tells AI, tech, startup and business stories from the Arab world. For the driven, the dreamers and the doers. Hosted by Abdul Majid Awan and Ward Ahmed.

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HEADLINES:

• Huda Kattan Sparks Influencer Backlash Over Kim Kardashian Store Opening

• Prince Alwaleed Nears $400 Million Al Hilal Deal, Semafor Reports

• Nvidia Agrees to Acquire Saudi-Backed AI Chip Startup Groq

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HEADLINES:

• Boucheron and Al Tayer Group Form Joint Venture for UAE Operations

• BinDawood Acquires Majority Stake in UAE's Wonder Bakery

• Emaar Founder Alabbar Invests in Paytm's Arab Payments Unit

• Saudi AI Firm Humain Awards Mega Data Center ... more

HEADLINES:

• Christmas spending is getting bigger in the MENA region

• We Are Still Dramatically Undershooting Our Potential, Careem CEO

• So FAST: The Future of Streaming with LG Channels

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HEADLINES:

• Kalshi Adds Binance’s BNB for Deposits and Withdrawals

• Ronaldo, Georgina Rodríguez buy luxury villas at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea destination

• US Watchdog Reviews Ethics Probe Request Into Trump Officials Over Chip Export Deal

• The Fut... more

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Recent Guests

Hafez Bakar
Chief Operating Officer at Traders Hub
Traders Hub
Episode: Kalshi BNB Integration; Ronaldo Luxury Villas; UAE Chip Exports
Prateek Vahie
Chief Commercial Officer at Wio
Wio
Episode: Augustus Media Acquires UP10, Mubadala’s 60B Dirham Expansion & Wio
Gary Vaynerchuk
Entrepreneur and CEO of VaynerMedia
VaynerMedia
Episode: Live From the BRIDGE Summit: A Special Edition Featuring Gary Vaynerchuk
Amina Taher
Chief Marketing Officer of Vio Bank
Vio Bank
Episode: Kalshi’s CNN Deal, 40 IPOs on Tadawul, Saudi’s $350B Growth & Wio Family
Ahmed Patel
Chief Operating Officer at Synergi, with over two decades of experience driving strategic and digital transformation across global organizations.
Synergi
Episode: MWC25 AI Sovereignty, UAE Salary Growth & Dubai Luxury Market
Amina Tahir
Chief Marketing Officer at WIO
WIO Bank
Episode: WIO Wednesday Story EP1
Lara Dewar
Chief Marketing Officer for GSMA
GSMA
Episode: Live from MWC25 Doha; Alabbar's New Mall; Lara Dewar of GSMA Talks
Cyril Anand
CEO of Starlink, a subsidiary of Orido in Qatar
Starlink
Episode: Starlink Qatar CEO Cyril Anand on Satellite Future at MWC Doha 2025
Anurag Chaturvedi
CEO of Anderson UAE and author of The Essentials of UAE VAT Law
Anderson UAE
Episode: Paramount Denies Gulf Ties, Dubai Aims for No Queues, UAE Fund Boosts FDI

Hosts

Abdul Majid Awan
Co-host focusing on business insights and trends within the Arab world, with a keen interest in technology and entrepreneurship.
Ward Ahmed
Co-host providing analysis and commentary on emerging markets and business developments in the Arab region.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Inspiring

    Lovin’ your podcasts Richard. Just listened to you engaging with Laura manning as I walked Jumeira Beach this morning. Inspiring content for those of us running our own small businesses - especially in Dubai.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dubai_Gerry
    United Arab Emirates4 years ago
  • Great Listen

    So many insights to pick up when listening to the business leaders of Dubai

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mayweezy88
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • A Good listen!

    Very interesting to here about how business minded people build their brand in a city like dubai.

    Got some great insights! 👍🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chai2491
    United Arab Emirates5 years ago
  • Worth the listen!

    Really enjoying this podcast - super interesting, and loads of great guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amy123Jones
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Always a good listen

    Enjoyable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parham.Rz
    United States5 years ago

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Kalshi BNB Integration; Ronaldo Luxury Villas; UAE Chip Exports
Q: What is the strongest appetite among your clients today?
Currently, there is a strong demand for gold among investors.
Kalshi BNB Integration; Ronaldo Luxury Villas; UAE Chip Exports
Q: Can you walk us through the founding story of Traders Hub?
Traders Hub was established in 2021 in the UAE, aimed at providing regulated and secure trading options.
Live From the BRIDGE Summit: A Special Edition Featuring Gary Vaynerchuk
Q: If you were forced to build a startup in Riyadh or Dubai, where would you begin?
I would do it in live shopping, as there's a huge appetite for it in the region.
Live From the BRIDGE Summit: A Special Edition Featuring Gary Vaynerchuk
Q: What do you think the West still misunderstands about the entrepreneurial spirit in the Gulf and the Middle East?
There's a lot of youth culture in this part of the world that is incredibly ambitious and vibrant.
Live From the BRIDGE Summit: A Special Edition Featuring Gary Vaynerchuk
Q: What do you think the kids are doing now? What's the next big trend?
I think probably the biggest macro trend is live streaming.

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Content revolves around the dynamic business landscape of the Arab world, highlighting various significant developments in technology, AI, and startups. Episodes cover a range of topics from high-profile business transactions, emerging market trends, and influential personalities, to ethical considerations in entrepreneurship. Unique aspects include discussions on local and regional economic strategies, innovative technologies, and the intersection of sports and business within the vibrant ecosystem of cities like Dubai. The conversations are tailored for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone interested in the evolving narratives of business in the Middle East.

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1. Hafez Bakar
2. Prateek Vahie
3. Gary Vaynerchuk
4. Amina Taher
5. Ahmed Patel
6. Amina Tahir
7. Lara Dewar
8. Cyril Anand

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