Faisal J. Abbas is the Editor-in-Chief of Arab News and a multi-award-winning journalist recognized for advancing understanding between the Arab world and the West. He is also an author, columnist, member of Al Arabiya’s editorial board, and deputy chairman of the Saudi Journalists Association.
A journalist for more than 20 years, Abbas has written for Semafor, Newsweek, Foreign Policy, The Huffington Post, and Asharq Al-Awsat. His bestselling book, Anecdotes of an Arab Anglophile, reflects his long-standing commitment to cultural bridge-building.
At BRIDGE Summit, Faisal will share insights on media credibility, regional storytelling, and the evolving role of Arab journalism on the global stage.
As digital platforms, AI, and new business models redefine the news industry, this conversation explores how media can sustain credibility, adapt to disruption, and continue shaping informed societies. Anchored in the tension between speed and depth, it examines how the profession can reinvent itself for a world where traditional gatekeepers are fading but the mission of truth-telling remains unchanged.
With news now published in more than 50 languages in real time, AI is reshaping how media organizations operate and connect with audiences worldwide. This session explores how to expand these capabilities responsibly while navigating the risks of rapid change. It looks at data integrity, escalating operational costs, and the growing need to prepare teams to collaborate with intelligent systems, ensuring that innovation reinforces journalism’s mission rather than stretching it thin.
Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications (UAE)
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