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Daily Insider: OpenAI drama puts future of AI at risk

The mystery around Sam Altan’s firing is starting to turn ugly, while also potentially posing an existential risk to the artificial intelligence space.

Google switches on cloud region in Saudi Arabia

The search engine giant has officially activated its newest cloud region in Saudi Arabia, opening a host of new digital opportunities for the country’s economy

AI

Interview: SAS harnesses generative AI to provide industry solutions

SAS is researching the application of large language models to industry problems with a focus on delivering trusted and secure results to customers

HUMANE AI

Humane’s new AI pin promises to revolutionise computing forever

Humane has raised $241m from Microsoft, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and others

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Elon Musk unveils AI-bot ‘Grok’, announces plan to integrate xAI with his social media platform

xAI released its first AI model, a bot named Grok, which was made available to all X Premium+ subscribers before its public launch

GCC neobanks and the next banking revolution

How GCC neobanks are shaping the next banking revolution

Neobanks have reset the paradigm for the traditional banking industry in terms of customer experience, product innovation and pricing

Apple

Apple beats quarterly estimates as iPhone sales edge up

The tech company has navigated a global smartphone slump better than many of its rivals but faces an uneven economic recovery in China

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Apple revamps MacBook lineup with M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chips

The new computers and the M3, M3 Pro and M3 Max chips were unveiled at an online event

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United Nations creates advisory body to address AI governance

Members include tech company executives, government officials from Spain to Saudi Arabia, and academics from countries such as the US, Russia and Japan

Abu Dhabi’s G42, OpenAI partner Middle East AI push

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: G42, OpenAI partner to advance AI in Middle East

The partnership will focus on delivering OpenAI’s generative AI models across sectors spanning financial services to energy and healthcare

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Expand North Star 2023: A global stage for startups at Dubai Harbour

The world’s largest start-up event hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, will kick-off its largest ever edition this October

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UAE Cyber Security Council issues important alert, Google Chrome users asked to install update

The authority said that an urgent security vulnerability has been detected in Google Chrome on October 3

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Gulf Business Awards 2023: Shortlist revealed

The much-anticipated awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in November where the winners will be revealed

How cloud technology is driving innovation in GCC banking sector

How cloud technology is driving innovation in GCC banking sector

The cloud allows banks to launch new products and services quickly and easily, such as mobile apps and digital wallets

Hands-on review: Logitech Zone Vibe Wireless headphone

Designed to meet the demands of modern professionals, this over-the-ear wireless headset comes with a suite of features tailored for video conferencing

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Cisco to buy Splunk in $28bn deal

Splunk president and CEO Gary Steele will join Cisco’s executive leadership team

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Gitex Global 2023: New venues, new shows and more

Gitex Global and Expand North Star will comprise a combined 41 halls spanning 2.7 million sq. ft of exhibition space – a 35 per cent increase over the previous year

Fuze

UAE-headquartered Fuze raises $14m seed round

The investment was led by Abu Dhabi-based Further Ventures, along with participation by US-based Liberty City Ventures

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Nuclear energy to supercharge global clean energy transition: ENEC CEO

ENEC’s CEO highlighted how nuclear can sustainably power energy intensive industries such as datacenters, which utilise 4-5 per cent of total global power supply

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Emirates NBD launches SustainTech Accelerator Program ahead of COP28

The accelerator programme is accepting applications from September 6 to October 10 this year

MAF fosters entrepreneurship with Launchpad X

Here’s how MAF is connecting MENA startups with global markets

The Launchpad X concept store is home to a diverse range of local brands that have displayed outstanding innovation and growth potential

Sony

Sony gains most since July after PlayStation gaming price hike

The gaming and entertainment giant will now charge as much as $159.99 annually for the premium tier of the popular service

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Musk, Zuckerberg set to attend Schumer’s forum on Future of AI

The gathering is intended as the first of Schumer’s AI Insight Forums, and part of his strategy to give Congress more influence over the future of AI

Sony PlayStation

Sony acquires high-end headphone maker to boost PlayStation

Santa Ana, California-based Audeze will continue to operate independently and make products for other platforms while benefitting from being part of the PlayStation ecosystem

Zoom

Zoom outlook: Profit, sales projections raised, shares surge

Revenue for the year ending in January 2024 will be as much as $4.5bn

Google - Big Tech

Google will expand generative AI tool to select websites

Google said the new feature would generate summaries only for content that is free to read

Agthia Group is fostering UAE’s food security strategy

Exclusive: Alan Smith on Agthia Group’s growth and food security strategy

The group’s CEO explains how they are setting an example for the industry, contributing to UAE’s food security strategy

Samsung Galaxy

Samsung unveils new Galaxy Z Fold5, Flip5 in UAE

The brand has consistently refined and optimised the Galaxy Z series lineup

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How artificial intelligence is helping deliver smarter supply chains

Taarek Hinedi, vice president of FedEx Express Middle East and Africa operations, showcases why the company is a pioneer in express transportation

Salesforce

Salesforce cuts more jobs after 10% reduction earlier this year

The company plans to reduce headcount by about 8,000 people by the end of fiscal 2024