Photograph: Carsten Beier
As we reach our fifth anniversary at WIRED Middle East, we find ourselves reflecting on what has been an intense, emotional, and transformative time. The region continues to navigate unsettling political challenges, but amidst these trials, there is much to celebrate—especially when it comes to the incredible strides in technology and innovation that define this part of the world.
Who could have imagined at the start of this year that a humanoid robot would bake a cake for us? This issue holds a special place in our hearts, as it captures an extraordinary collaboration with Ameca, one of the…