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Mishal Al-Harbi

Dr. Mishal Al-Harbi is a senior executive and strategist at the Research Product Development Company, a subsidiary of the Saudi Technology Development and Investment Co. (TAQNIA). He has a doctorate from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree from Stanford University.

Twitter: @Mishal_H_Harbi

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What do young innovators need to know about intellectual properties?

World Intellectual Property Day is celebrated on April 26, and it is a chance to learn how IP impacts a world that is increasingly dependent on technology innovation.

April 26, 2022

What the innovation ecosystem in Saudi Arabia needs

The Saudi economy has experienced major changes in a very short time due to the incredible pace with which the authorities are working to deliver the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

April 20, 2022

Balancing act between job loss, job creation key to growth

I received many questions regarding my last article and the relationship between 4IR (fourth industrial revolution) technology deployment and the needed balance between job creation and job loss.

August 07, 2021

More regulations needed to make 4IR a success

The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) has started and promises to provide great benefits to governments, corporations, and people around the world. 

August 01, 2021