“We will see AI native cities in the future, and that will really change every single aspect of our lives.”
That is Karim Benkirane’s vision for the future as CCO of du. During our coverage of GITEX Global 2025, we had the opportunity to interview Mr. Benkirane, who offered valuable insights into his perspective as a tech leader at one of the largest regional tech companies. He discussed emerging technologies, highlighted the importance of experimentation and innovation centers, and shared his outlook for the future.
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