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Episode Title:๐ถ๐ฆDigital Sovereignty & The Gulf Tech Frontier๐ถ๐ฆ
Another thought-provoking episode of Heads Talk this week as I sit down with an influential figure in the Gulfโs digital transformation space.ย
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, Giorgioโs insights are grounded in strategy, policy and lived advisory experience across governments, central banks and regulatory bodies.
Giorgio is not just an advisor, heโs 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
โฝ๏ธGulf Digital Sovereignty and Strategic Tech Independence
โฝ๏ธAI Turf War: DeepSeek, OpenAI, and GCCโs Position
โฝ๏ธQatarโs โFanarโ and the Rise of Culturally Aware AI Models
โฝ๏ธFusion of Quantum Computing and AI in the Gulf
โฝ๏ธGCC's shift from Hydrocarbon Dependency to Digital Innovation
โฝ๏ธQatar & Saudi Arabiaโs AI Strategies in Energy, Security, and Autonomy
โฝ๏ธDeveloping local AI Ecosystems and Talent Pipelines across the GCC
โฝ๏ธRegulatory Innovation and Cross-border Digital Diplomacy
โฝ๏ธWhy Qatar is Emerging as a Magnet for Business, Careers & Innovation
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