UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib
Muhammad Chbib
UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib – the raw mic for disruptive minds putting the MENA region on the global map.
No script, no fluff. Founders, investors, and artists reveal how to stop importing innovation and start owning it.
We once mapped the stars; now we rent the cloud.
Enough!
Each episode unpacks the why and the how so MENA can fund its own moon-shots, build its own platforms, and lead the AI age.
Tune in, act bold – Arabia’s next leadership century starts here.
No script, no fluff. Founders, investors, and artists reveal how to stop importing innovation and start owning it.
We once mapped the stars; now we rent the cloud.
Enough!
Each episode unpacks the why and the how so MENA can fund its own moon-shots, build its own platforms, and lead the AI age.
Tune in, act bold – Arabia’s next leadership century starts here.
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Sep 6, 2025 • 1h 18min
He says a machine can decide who lives or dies! – AI pioneer Dr. Hassan Sawaf goes UNFLTRD – Episode 04
In this engaging conversation, Dr. Hassan Sawaf, an AI pioneer and CEO of aiXplain, shares groundbreaking insights on artificial intelligence's transformative role in society. He explores how AI can revolutionize healthcare and education while emphasizing the urgency of responsible development. The discussion also highlights the challenges of AI consciousness, the need for ethical frameworks, and the importance of empowering future generations with fact-checking skills. With a focus on democratizing AI and regional innovation, Hassan illustrates the vast potential for the MENA region and beyond.
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Jul 27, 2025 • 1h 18min
“AI as a Key for Inclusion” – UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib – ft. Karima El Hakim – Episode 3
Karima El Hakim, Director & Co-Director Africa at Plug & Play, bridges innovation gaps across continents. She discusses how AI can democratize access for non-traditional founders, breaking language barriers and enhancing inclusion. The conversation turns to the critical Arabic content deficit online and the risks of outsourced distribution. Karima highlights the potential of gaming in education and warns against isolationist tech approaches, advocating for unified cybersecurity standards as a path to regional empowerment.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 49min
"Build to last – Don't build to exit" / Hussein Wehbi on UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib
Hussein Wehbi, a seasoned executive in logistics and supply-chain, shares insights on building long-lasting companies rather than chasing quick exits. He discusses the struggles of MENA startups versus Silicon Valley, emphasizing the need for profitable growth. Wehbi advocates for a shift in mindset to prioritize sustainability, government support for entrepreneurship, and transforming the brain drain into brain gain. His call for creating durable brands and effective public-private partnerships highlights the potential for MENA to cultivate global giants.
Jul 5, 2025 • 3min
Trailer: UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib
Explore the rich history of the MENA region, once a leader in science, philosophy, and innovation. Discover how this legacy contrasts sharply with the current narrative of consumption and following. Hear a powerful call to reclaim leadership and redefine the future. Influential voices share strategies to elevate the region's significance once more. It's a wake-up call, urging the community to become proactive creators rather than passive consumers. Join the conversation about reshaping stories that truly reflect MENA's identity.
Jun 22, 2025 • 57min
Can nukes teach us how to handle AI? - Giorgio Torre
🚀 UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib – Giorgio Torre – Episode 1In the very first UNFLTRD with Muhammad Chbib session, Muhammad sits down with Giorgio Torre – Italy’s #2 online voice and a proud Muslim revert – to connect two big ideas:Nuclear science was invented to light up the world, yet became a weapon.AI is racing down the same path – will we guide it or gamble our future?They dive into:– Why Europe risks becoming a digital colony and how MENA can leapfrog it– The real purpose of Web 3 for ownership and sovereignty– Faith-driven ethics vs. profit-driven AI labs– Giorgio’s journey from Silicon Valley dreams to Islamic valuesSubscribe, share, and join the unfiltered debate – Arabia’s next century starts here.#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #TechPodcast #FutureTech #Web3 #NuclearEnergy #Innovation #DigitalSovereignty #MiddleEast #Leadership #uae #ksa #saudi #egypt #startup #scaleup #technology
