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Derasat's latest Experts' Bulletin with Eng. Abdulla Al-Abassi, on Weds, 19th August, 2020, explored, "The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Developing the Power Sector", and at the potentials for integrating renewables into Bahrain's energy mix.
The Beirut port incident reaffirms that disasters can sometimes not be prevented. This article discusses the inevitable consequences of such tragedies and how strategic planning could be the best way to address them.
An article highlighting the inauguration of a platform for analyzing cyber-security malware, a GCC Joint Venture which aims to enhance information security in the Gulf states.
An analytical report, that examines the strategic pillars of NATO's position on the Libyan conflict, explains this position, and how could the alliance's position on the Libyan issue can affect its regional partnerships.
Derasat is inviting national experts, with experience of working in an OECD country, to contribute to field research into mechanisms on best practices with the aim to inform future development decision making.
In an interview with Al-Watan newspaper, Dr. Fatima Alsebaie discussed her recent study on digital currencies, "The Impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on Central Bank Digital Currencies and Financial Technology”.
Is it time to re-think strategies for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) going forward in light of its role in the current Covid-19 pandemic? Dr. Faima AlSebaie discusses the impact that artificial intelligence can have on economy, education, health and social care in emergency situations.
The far-reaching impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic raise important questions with regards to the potentials of biological warfare in the pandemic's wake.
Can universities in the Gulf learn from top universities when it comes to area studies – a field that allows countries to draw upon a range of experts to respond to foreign policy events effectively?
A webinar on how concepts from economics can help analyze the new phenomenon of "cancel culture", questioning whether it can be seen as a manifestation of mob rule, or a means to hold people accountable.
Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli took part in the Second Accounting and Economics Webinar held by Al-Ahlia University on, 'COVID-19 and Economic and Environmental Sustainable Developments Goals'.
An article by Dr. Ashraf Keshk, that explains NATO's strategic determinants of the current conflict in Libya.
A discussion by Dr. Omar Al-Ubaydli, on the science-policy disconnect, statistical inference, threats to scalability, and COVID-19's effects on the global economy by Scientific Sense.
An article that considers how concepts from economics can help analyze a new 'cancel culture' phenomenon.
The Social Insurance Fund and the Future of Pensions was discussed in a seminar on Tuesday 14th July, moderated by Dr. Khalifa AlFadhal with Mrs. Eman AlMurbati and Dr. Omar AlUbaydli presenting.
Following the recent fire at the Natanz Iranian nuclear facility, Dr. Ashraf Keshk, considers the risks to Gulf security and at the importance of precautionary measures.
Family businesses in the Gulf are some of the strongest in the region but their continued success necessitates engaging in a business evolution with innovation and sustainability at its heart.
A survey on the impact of video games on children and teenagers aged 10-18, a social phenomenon that requires deeper and more continuous monitoring.
An article that discusses Iran's new strategy to establish a permanent presence in the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean.
The prevalence of video games, its effect on teenagers and the impact COVID-19 has had on behaviours, was discussed by Ejlal Bubshait, Director of Surveys & Polling at Derasat in an Experts' Bulletin on July 8th, 2020.
