Think about a typical customer in Muscat. A salary account at one bank, a car loan at another, a motor insurance policy, perhaps some investments and an end-of-service entitlement. Several financial relationships, yet each institution largely sees only its own part of the customer’s financial position. The customer sees the…

Artificial intelligence in Oman is moving from ambition into execution. Vision 2040 set the direction, and over the last few years that direction has started turning into concrete AI programs, policy, investment and infrastructure. The National Program for Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Digital Technologies is one of the clearest examples,…

In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, one of the best strategic assets that an organizationcan rely on its functioning is leadership. Due to technological transformation, globalization,economic uncertainty and the changing demands of the workforce, organizations are changingthe way they develop and manage their leaders. The old-fashioned leadership styles –administration and…

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world around us. From virtual assistants and intelligent chatbots to self-driving vehicles and predictive analytics, AI is reshaping industries at an unprecedented pace. While much of the conversation focuses on technology, automation and productivity, there is another question that deserves equal attention: What will make humans…

AI did not simply speed up work. It changed what people expect from work. A few years ago, it made sense for a strong proposal to take me a week. I had to understand the client’s needs, think through the scope, structure the solution, price it properly, and make sure…

It was a quiet evening when Mrs. Sharma, a Class 5 teacher, was checking homework notebooks. Page after page looked perfect—neatly written, well-structured answers, even better than what she had explained in class. At first, she felt proud. Then she paused. “Something feels different,” she said to herself. The next…

Digital transformation has fundamentally changed how financial institutions operate, interact with customers, and deliver services. Banking is no longer defined primarily by physical branches or traditional service models. Increasingly, financial services are delivered through digital platforms, intelligent systems, mobile applications, APIs, and interconnected digital environments. As this transformation accelerates, trust…

The world is changing faster than ever before. Artificial Intelligence, also known as AI, is becoming a part of everyday life. From businesses and hospitals to schools and governments, AI is helping people work faster and smarter. It can analyze data, answer questions, create content, and even make decisions in…

The global race for artificial intelligence leadership is accelerating, and countries are no longer treating AI as just another technology trend. It is now seen as a strategic national priority that can shape economic growth, innovation, security, and future competitiveness. In this context, the idea of an Artificial Intelligence Special…