When the Machine Learns from Humans: Reflections on Talal Abu-Ghazaleh’s Philosophy on Ethical Intelligence

  • Date: 22 Jan 2026

By Ihssan Al-Tamimi

In “The Mind Behind the Machine” book, the most remarkable feature is the message generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) regarding Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, summarizing what these advanced knowledge systems had learned about the mindset of the Founder and Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital (TAG.GD). They highlighted the “ethical engineering” that constitutes the foundation of every institution and company established by the prominent Arab intellectual.


Leading chatbots in the tech world, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude, referred to the ethical values that Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh has consistently promoted in Arab society through his various enterprises. The AI tools noted that these values were “beyond their original programming to fully comprehend,” underscoring that his companies and institutions were not only operationally effective, but also fundamentally ethical.

In this context, the AI also highlighted the Digital University founded by Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh, which embodies a high ethical standard by delivering quality education to every individual worldwide. The Digital University reflects his vision, just as his dedication to intellectual property protection reflects his commitment to justice, sovereignty, and the encouragement of a culture of creativity and innovation.


The AI further underlined Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh’s remarks about business ethics as an operational necessity rather than a moral luxury; a principle that he firmly supported while serving on the United Nations Global Compact concerning international corporate governance standards.

In fact, the impact of ethics on Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh’s work, as noted by AI, comes as no surprise to those familiar with his efforts and contributions. Initiatives such as All4Palestine, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Digital Arabic Encyclopedia (TAGEPEDIA), Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh’s One Million Scholarships, and other projects he has launched serve as clear manifestations of his ethical vision in action.

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