UAE: Leader in Artificial Intelligence

Pearl of AI excellence: Minister wants UAE to be world leader

The UAE has been seamlessly incorporating AI into people’s daily lives

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ChatGPT suffers fresh outage as downtime reports spike

This marks the second time in recent months that ChatGPT has experienced downtime

Emirates to debut Premium Economy to Brisbane from Feb

Emirates to debut Premium Economy to Brisbane starting Feb

The service will operate three times a week, marking the addition of Brisbane to Emirates’ growing list of Australian cities offering the upgraded cabin class

Keyper's CEO and co-founder shares how it's enabling a seamless tenant-landlord experience

Keyper’s CEO shares how it’s enabling a seamless tenant-landlord experience

Omar Abu Innab, its CEO and co-founder, shares the story behind Keyper’s creation, its market impact, and the exciting developments shaping the platform’s future

Saudi Arabia’s PIF sells portfolio firm Thiqah to Elm

Saudi Arabia’s Elm to acquire Thiqah from PIF for $907m

The fund said that the deal will strengthen the local ICT sector, contributing to its goal of creating high-skilled jobs and driving economic growth through digital transformation

Oman’s Asyad Group plans to sell at least 20% of shipping unit via IPO

Oman’s Asyad Group plans to sell at least 20% of shipping unit via IPO

Asyad Shipping transports LNG, crude oil, and other products and counts BP, Shell and trading firm Trafigura among its customers and partners

How Givaudan is crafting unique sensory experiences for regional consumers

How Givaudan is crafting unique sensory experiences for regional consumers

Olga Bezukladova, regional innovation head at Givaudan Taste and Wellbeing, shares more details about the hub and the company’s work in the food and flavours space

Saudi Arabia pledges to invest $600bn in the US under President Trump

Saudi Arabia pledges to invest $600bn in the US under President Trump

The kingdom is eager to seize partnership and investment opportunities created by the new administration’s anticipated reforms

Samsung unveils AI-powered S25 smartphones, teases slimmer Galaxy Edge

Samsung also previewed a thinner version of the flagship models at the end of an event in California, aiming to launch the Galaxy S25 Edge in the first half of this year ahead of Apple’s anticipated rollout of its slimmer iPhone

WHOOP's Stephan Muller on how wearable tech is shaping the future of wellbeing

WHOOP’s Stephan Muller on how wearable tech is shaping the future of wellbeing

WHOOP’s GCC director sheds light on how wearable technology is empowering individuals to enhance their performance and wellbeing 

AD Ports Group inks MoU with Egypt to develop logistics park in Alexandria

AD Ports Group inks MoU with Egypt to develop logistics park in Alexandria

AD Ports Group will collaborate with HCMLT to explore the development, management, and operation of a 1.1 square kilometre integrated logistics area at Alexandria Port

Eco-Sphere at Arab Health 2025: Where wellness meets environmental responsibility

Eco-Sphere at Arab Health 2025: Where wellness meets environmental responsibility

The Eco-Sphere will feature a series of in-depth discussions and presentations led by thought leaders in both the healthcare and sustainability sectors

All eyes on Samsung as it readies to launch its S25 Ultra

Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S25 lineup is poised to steal the show, introducing three models: Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra

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Everything you need to know about Arab Health 2025

As part of their 50th anniversary this year, the organisers have tailored their tickets and their prices according to the needs and requirements of the visitors

Abu Dhabi updates restrictions on heavy vehicle movements

Abu Dhabi updates timings for heavy vehicle movement to ease traffic

Effective January 27, 2025, the updated policy restricts the movement of freight vehicles, trucks, tankers, and heavy equipment during peak hours on weekdays and Fridays

Saudi Aramco expects additional oil demand of 1.3 million bpd in 2025

Saudi Aramco expects additional oil demand of 1.3 million bpd in 2025

Aramco’s chief executive Amin Nasser said that oil demand in 2025 will approach 106 million barrels per day (bpd) after averaging about 104.6 million bpd last year

Charles Leslie-Global Business Lead for the Pain Portfolio & Systemics-Haleon

Haleon’s Charles Leslie shares emerging trends in consumer healthcare

Haleon’s global business lead for the Pain Portfolio & Systemics shares key consumer health trends reshaping the healthcare sector, with a focus on self-care

Kuwait’s KPC CEO says oil production capacity exceeds 3 million bpd

Kuwait’s KPC CEO says oil production capacity exceeds 3 million bpd

The country aims to boost its oil output to 4 million bpd by 2035, having previously missed a goal of reaching that level by 2020

Global FDI touches $1.4tn in 2024: UNCTAD

Global FDI touches $1.4tn in 2024: UNCTAD

The report anticipates moderate growth in global FDI in 2025, driven by improved financing conditions and an increase in mergers and acquisitions

ADIO, NIP Group ink multi-year partnership to boost esport growth

ADIO, NIP Group ink multi-year partnership to boost esport growth

The five-year agreement will see NIP Group establish its global headquarters in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi unveils ambitious Dhs13bn 'Digital Strategy 2025-2027'

Abu Dhabi unveils ambitious Dhs13bn ‘Digital Strategy 2025-2027’

By leveraging AI, cloud technologies, and data analytics, Abu Dhabi is set to transform the delivery of public services and optimise governmental operations

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Transformation Zone at Arab Health 2025: All you need to know

The event takes place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 27-30 January 2025

dnata invests $31.2m to expand Melbourne Airport facility

dnata invests $31.2m to expand Melbourne Airport catering facility

The construction of the facility is underway, and it is scheduled to be operational in September 2026

Dubai opens freehold ownership for properties on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Jaddaf

Dubai opens freehold ownership for properties on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Jaddaf

A total of 457 plots are eligible for conversion: 128 plots along Sheikh Zayed Road and 329 plots in Al Jaddaf

Dubai’s latest road project to ease traffic, serve 600,000 people

Dubai’s latest road project to ease traffic, serve 600,000 people

It includes the development of five key intersections featuring 13,500 metres of bridges and 12,900 metres of roads

Insight: How telcos can unlock the potential of B2B ICT services

Insights: How telcos can unlock the potential of B2B ICT services

Successful telco B2B ICT diversifications need the right balance of independence and support

Interview with (L) Mahir Julfar, EVP, DWTC and Amer Alfarsi, acting VP - Real Estate Development, DWTC

DWTC execs reveal ambitious plans for Dubai Exhibition Centre

With ambitious plans to double large-scale events by 2033 and a Dhs10bn investment in expanding the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is poised to redefine Dubai’s MICE landscape, share DWTC execs

ADNOC Gas advances UAE’s energy transformation

ADNOC Gas, EWEC partner to unlock UAE’s energy potential

The deal ensures a stable and flexible supply of natural gas, a cornerstone of the UAE’s energy transition

Trump Inauguration: Dollar dips, stocks creep higher as his second term dawns

Trump Inauguration: Dollar dips, stocks creep higher as his second term dawns

Trump promised a “brand new day of American strength” at a rally on Sunday, January 19.

IMF slashes 2025 Saudi Arabia growth forecast on extended oil production cuts

IMF slashes 2025 Saudi Arabia growth forecast on extended oil production cuts

The fund said it expected energy commodity prices to decline by 2.6 per cent in 2025, more than assumed in October