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Brew BytesI Sold Everything and Moved to the UAE. Here's What Changed."I sold my Bentley, my private plane, and my million-dollar home in one month. Then moved my entire family to the UAE."Ron Rana didn't just relocate. He escaped.From a country where the American Dream is no longer once what it was, to a place that actually wants him to succeed.In this episode, Ron breaks down what actually changes when you build from the UAE, not the relocation story, but the business transformation.We explore:• How he got a UAE driver's license in 30 minutes (vs. an entire day in...
2026-01-271h 00
Brew BytesCorporate Life Kills Creativity: AI Brings It Back!Key Insights• Corporate life doesn't give you time to think—or create• Quit 15 years too late: "I wish I'd done this sooner"• AI replaced a 4-week strategy process in 2 days (same quality)• Strategists are becoming redundant—AI does research instantly• Andy Warhol commercialised art; AI is doing the same at scale• Structure + discipline = better creativity (grids beat chaos)• Freelancers thrive because they're not bogged down by process• Cycling data teaches recovery—corporate life ignores it• If you teach AI to lie, can you ever trust it again?• Espresso Encounters: Would you sync...
2026-01-0551 min
Brew Bytes"Should AI Stop You From Buying That Watch?” – Saudi Fintech’s Big Ethical QuestionKey Insights✅ UX is now the #1 competitive advantage (not price) ✅ SAMA’s sandbox & Fintech Saudi → 50+ new licensed players ✅ Gen Z adopts fast but still doesn’t 100% trust fintech ✅ AI in fintech: temptation engine or financial guardian angel? ✅ “Nadeem, don’t buy that watch now – save for the one at year-end” ✅ Kids teaching parents = bottom-up adoption Like if this made you rethink AI & money Like, share, subscribe across any of these channels and find more content: 🎧 YouTube📱TikTok📷 Instagram🌐 Brew Bytes
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2025-12-0944 min
Brew BytesCulture Over Technology: Why 70% of Cloud Migrations Fail Without ItWhile companies invest millions in cloud migration and AI adoption, 44% of workers core skills will change within five years and most firms admit training lags demand. It's whether your people are ready for digital transformation.In this episode of Brew Bytes, recorded live in New York City, I sit down with Arnold Britto, a cloud and AI leader with 25 years of global experience, to explore why culture is the missing link in tech transformation. We go into his 90-day transformation blueprint, why leaders ignore the one metric that matters, and what to do if cloud forgot 90% of...
2025-11-2152 min
Brew BytesConsumers Don’t Like Ads—So Why Are We Still Making Them?In this episode of Brew Bytes, I sit down with Gosia Wajchert, Managing Director for MEA at Criteo, to explore the psychological principles behind modern advertising and why consumer behavior is shifting faster than marketing strategies can adapt. We go into how AI and predictive technology are reshaping e-commerce, why Gen Z's demand for authenticity is forcing brands to rethink trust, and how retail media is exploiting decision-making vulnerabilities we don't even know we have. This episode challenges everything you thought you knew about digital advertising and reveals why cultural intelligence and emotional awareness are becoming the most critical...
2025-08-0650 min
Brew BytesThe Psychology of AR & VR: How Virtual Worlds Reshape Your BrainIn this episode of Brew Bytes from Dubai, I sit down with Vishal and Hassan from Atomic, the digital innovation agency transforming brand experiences across the GCC through augmented reality technology. We go into the psychology behind virtual and real-world interactions, why AR adoption in the Middle East reflects unique cultural psychology differences, and how AI-powered mixed reality will redefine human behavior and emotional regulation. This episode I challenge the perception that AR is just novelty and reveals why utility-driven immersive experiences are the future of digital transformation.About Vishal and Hassan: Vishal spent five years at...
2025-05-0257 min
Hope It HelpsDigital Expert: How to Thrive With AI Before It Takes Your Job | Nadeem IbrahimNadeem Ibrahim is a multi-award winning Digital Marketing Thought Leader & Host of Brew Bytes podcast. A tech enthusiast at heart he brings over 18 years of experience in the field and is on a mission to support others as we transition to an ever more digital world. Last Message: "Be a tech adaptor, go with the flow, but dont leave it too late" 0:00 Intro2:12 Nadeem’s background5:15 Favourite video games growing up6:52 Nadeem's passion for gaming & tech10:17 The evolution of game development12:02 Is t...
2025-04-301h 14
Brew BytesHacking Worlds: Why Gamers Will Rule the Virtual FutureThis episode, Nadeem sits down with virtual world builder and gaming visionary Fernando Pereira, CEO and Founder of xtend3D and explores:How games like World of Warcraft are secretly teaching leadershipWhy Gen Z and Gen Alpha will dominate virtual spaces—and leave others behindThe real reason Web3 didn’t fail—it just evolvedWhat’s next for entertainment, events, and even the human experienceIf you think the metaverse is hype, this episode might just change your mind. Tune in to explore the future you didn’t see comi...
2025-03-2744 min
Brew BytesHacking AI: Let's Get FearlessIn this in-depth conversation with Osama Siddiq, Founder and Executive Creative Director at LION, we explore the psychology behind AI’s disruption of creative work — and what it means for your mental health. Join us as we explore how humans and AI can collaborate to push the boundaries of creativity and what this means for the future of the creative industries.🟥 About Brew Bytes (brewbytes.io)Everyone talks about the future like it's some far off thing. But it's already happening in code, in culture, in tiny moments that change everything. At Brew Bytes, we slow down to...
2025-02-071h 05
Brew BytesGame Changing Leadership in TechIn this episode of Brew Bytes, Nawal Rustom shared her perspective on breaking through traditional leadership barriers in the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and emotional intelligence in leading diverse teams. She reflected on her personal journey, detailing game-changing moments in her career and the decision to pursue an MBA, which she uses to navigate complex leadership challenges. Nawal explored the evolving definition of leadership in a tech-driven world, highlighting the role of mentorship and collaboration in fostering innovation. She also discussed the critical need for inclusive leadership that empowers teams while adapting to rapid t...
2024-12-2144 min