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ZAWYA-PRESSR: KnowTalks

expands its knowledge mission with

lineup of sessions at United Nations

House in Kuwait

Feb 17, 2026, 16:56 GMT+4Refinitiv3 min read

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The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), with the United Nations
Development Programme (UNDP), organized KnowTalks 2026 sessions at the United Nations House in
Kuwait on February 16, 2026. This reflects KnowTalks’ expansion at regional and global levels and its
commitment to year-round events in the UAE and beyond.

Building on the Knowledge Summit’s vision, KnowTalks provides a global platform for intellectual
discussion and future development. The initiative aims to maintain knowledge dialogue and transform
data into practical tools with tangible societal impact.

His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, stated: “By organizing KnowTalks 2026 in Kuwait, we
affirm our commitment to expanding knowledge dialogue across Arab and global capitals. In line with our

leadership’s vision, these sessions serve as a platform for exchanging expertise and devising solutions
that support prosperous, inclusive, and future-ready societies.”

From Inception to Outcomes

The first session, “The Road to Entrepreneurship: From Ideas to Success,” was delivered by Khaled
Alotaibi, Founder of Talabat, Floward, Alhisba, and Oogoo.

He traced the journey from inception to outcomes, noting that success is driven by market need, timing,
and competitive advantage rather than just enthusiasm. Alotaibi emphasized learning from competitors,
field-testing ideas, and asking, “Would people pay for this?” He advised that partners should add unique
value and that even small investors strengthen discipline. Regarding growth, he encouraged
entrepreneurs to launch with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and allow projects to develop naturally

over time.

On artificial intelligence (AI), he cautioned that it is a tool to accelerate processes, not a replacement
for human intellect.

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