Amplified - Hub71’s flagship podcast - is where the startup hustle meets raw, unfiltered conversations. We bring together trailblazing founders, top investors, and industry pioneers to share powerful insights, uncover game-changing strategies, and dive deep into what it really takes to build, scale, and succeed in today’s dynamic business world.
In the latest episode of Amplified by Hub71, Laura Towart, Founder and CEO of Vivan Therapeutics, and Rayees Rahman, Co-Founder and CEO of Harmonic Discovery, share the personal experiences that led them into healthcare innovation, the realities of building biotech startups and the lessons they've learned along the way.
From navigating the business side of science to finding the right mentors, staying resilient and choosing Abu Dhabi as a place to grow, this conversation explores what it really takes to turn breakthrough ideas into impact.
25 Jun 2026
Episode 8: Building to Sell Vs. Building to Scale: The Founder’s Dilemma
In this episode of Amplified by Hub71, moderator Youssef Salem sits down with Leena Khalil and Basil Moftah, Managing Partners at Key Capital, for a candid fireside chat on one of the most defining questions founders face: should you build to sell, or build to scale?
The conversation explores how founders can think strategically about growth, exits, investor expectations, and long-term company value. Leena and Basil share practical perspectives on what makes a startup attractive to buyers, when scaling independently may create greater upside, and how founders can balance ambition with market realities.
6 May 2026
Episode 7: Can technology improve autism support without replacing human care?
This episode explores the real balance founders and communities are trying to strike in autism support today — using technology to improve access and early intervention, without turning care into something transactional or overly “automated.”
Through a candid conversation, we will unpack what parents and educators often misunderstand, where technology can genuinely help, and what responsible innovation should look like in a space where outcomes have real human stakes.
1 Oct 2025
What If the Future of Money Isn’t in Silicon Valley… But in Abu Dhabi?
In this episode, we break down the buzz around stablecoins—those digital dollars (or dirhams) you’ve heard about but never fully understood. Why is Abu Dhabi suddenly at the center of it all? And what’s real vs. hype in this new wave of digital money?
We’re joined by Brian Shroder, CEO of 1Money, as he unpacks what’s driving the shift—from faster payments to smarter regulations—and what’s coming next.
19 Aug 2025
Episode 5: Climate Tech: Up Close & Personal
This episode opens AMPLIFIED’s Climate Tech series not with technology, but with the people behind it. What drives someone to devote their life to this work? How do they stay connected to their mission while navigating the realities of scale, funding, and fatigue?
Through intimate conversation with two founders working on climate adaptation — from cooling cities to restoring marine ecosystems - we explore what it means to build in a space that’s urgent, messy, and deeply human.
11 Jul 2025
Episode 4: Can a news app change the mental health game for 100M+ users?
The discussion will explore how a news app can shift from being a source of stress to a tool for mental well-being, using positive storytelling, AI-driven personalization, and mindful content curation. It will highlight the journey from zero to 100M+ downloads, showcasing how uplifting news and constructive journalism can reshape user engagement and emotional impact.
12 Jun 2025
Episode 3: Who will control food in 2050—farmers, tech giants, or biotech labs?
Industry experts discuss the forces reshaping the food industry by 2050, examining the roles of farmers, tech giants, and biotech labs in driving sustainability and innovation.
22 May 2025
Episode 2: So, what exactly does the future hold? Gamechangers in 2025
From AI agents to humanoid robots, in conversation with experts to mine the data they have access to and identify where technology is going, and what that means for the region's startup and investment landscape.
19 May 2025
Episode 2 Teaser: So, what exactly does the future hold? Gamechangers in 2025
From AI agents to humanoid robots, in conversation with experts to mine the data they have access to and identify where technology is going - and what that means for the region's startup and investment landscape.
1 May 2025
Episode 1: What's inside a founder's playbook?
Explore the synergy between creativity and capital within the shared economy. Discover strategies to balance innovative ideas with financial resources, leverage collaborative platforms, and harness community-driven models for sustainable growth.
26 Apr 2025
Episode 1 Teaser: What's inside the founder's playbook?
Explore the synergy between creativity and capital within the shared economy. Discover strategies to balance innovative ideas with financial resources, leverage collaborative platforms, and harness community-driven models for sustainable growth.
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