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AI could lift global trade flows by nearly 40% by 2040, WTO says

The report highlights that trade can be a powerful enabler of AI-supported growth by helping economies access AI-enabling goods such as raw materials, semiconductors and intermediate inputs

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AI platform transforms sustainability reporting for UAE real estate sector

With SustainInsight, companies can upload documents directly into the platform, which uses AI and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to automatically generate reports aligned with international frameworks

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MBZUAI, G42 launch open-source AI reasoning system K2 Think

K2 Think extends MBZUAI’s open-source family of models including Jais (Arabic), NANDA (Hindi) and SHERKALA (Kazakh), and builds on K2-65B

UAE’s healthcare revolution: AI, robots, data redefine medicine

UAE’s healthcare revolution: AI, robots, data redefine medicine

In procedures like endoscopy, where a camera is inserted into the body, AI modules help detect cancers or anomalies in real time

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Ansarada expands Middle East presence with AI-powered dealmaking tools

Ansarada’s VDRs are designed not just for secure storage, but to deliver predictive insights that allow dealmakers to identify risks and opportunities early

Here's why AI will never replace the voice in your head, says jack Thomas Taylor

Here’s why AI will never replace the voice in your head

The real opportunity isn’t in AI replacing human creativity but in amplifying it, in creating space for the weird and wonderful ideas that only emerge when humans have the time and freedom to play

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Hub71 welcomes record AI startups in latest cohort, boosting Abu Dhabi’s tech push

Six startups were selected for Hub71’s Cohort 17, which have raised over $223m (Dhs818m) – the highest to date

OpenAI to roll out parental controls for ChatGPT after safety concerns

OpenAI to roll out parental controls for ChatGPT after safety concerns

The move aims to enhance protections for teenage users amid growing scrutiny over its handling of vulnerable individuals

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Women in AI is a strategic advantage for UAE, says TII’s Dr Najwa Aaraj

This Emirati Women’s Day is not just a celebration of what has been achieved but a reminder of what’s still at stake, says the CEO of the Technology Innovation Institute (TII)

Ashish Koshy Chief Executive Officer Inception on how AI teammates will power business transformation

Inception’s Ashish Koshy on how AI teammates will power business transformation

Agentic AI can power businesses by embedding AI agents into core functions like procurement, productivity, and process automation, says Koshy

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AI-powered analytics gives UAE restaurants a profitability edge

Foodics BI is positioning itself as a cornerstone technology for the next phase of restaurant growth in the UAE and beyond

Zoom's Mohannad AlKalash on the interplay of AI and human-centered support

Zoom’s Mohannad AlKalash on the interplay of AI, human-centered support

 The VP – METAP Region at Zoom says intelligent systems can initiate helpful communication through the customer’s preferred channel at the optimal time

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AI in travel: Untapped potential or risky business?

A new Kaspersky survey reveals that while a majority of UAE internet users engage with AI, its adoption for travel planning remains surprisingly low, despite overwhelmingly high satisfaction rates among those who use it

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Saudi Arabia among top emerging global economies in AI readiness, shows report

In terms of investment, the kingdom has set a target to attract $20bn in AI investments by 2030, BCG stated

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Huawei and Eros Group launch IdeaHub S3, redefining enterprise collaboration

The IdeaHub S3 delivers crystal-clear visuals and audio, with AI-powered image enhancement

Dubai’s AI robot patrols the metro: Here’s how it’s saving thousands of man hours

The RTA also reports that ARIIS has helped optimise maintenance resource allocation by 40 per cent, thanks to the system’s real-time data analytics

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Middle East businesses embrace AI-powered analytics to drive smarter decisions

Organisations are seeking both flexibility and AI readiness, combining intelligent automation with collaborative, enterprise-ready platforms

Presight sees H1 revenue rise 80%, lifts outlook on strong backlog

The company reported that its international revenue accounted for 26.8 per cent of the total in Q2

Age meets innovation: How Sharjah is using AI to care for elderly

Here’s how Sharjah is using AI to care for the elderly

This initiative is in line with the humanitarian vision of Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

UAE is letting AI do the hiring: What skills do you need to land a job?

UAE is using AI to hire: What skills do you need to land a job?

Large employers in the UAE also rely on AI-integrated tools like Oracle HCM, which connects seamlessly with both Bayt and LinkedIn

Dubai’s traffic woes: New AI platform slashes congestion in minutes

Dubai’s traffic woes: New AI platform slashes congestion in minutes

This shift marks a milestone in digital transformation for RTA and supports Dubai’s ambition to be the smartest city in the world

Age meets innovation: How Sharjah is using AI to care for elderly

Abu Dhabi’s AI sector grew 61% in a year, shares Abu Dhabi Chamber

From January to June 2025, 150 new AI companies were launched, driven by strategic investment, infrastructure and demand, the Abu Dhabi Chamber said

From pit lane to mainframe: Globant's Federico Pienovi on how AI Is redefining F1

From pit lane to mainframe: Globant’s Federico Pienovi on how AI Is redefining F1

Each F1 car churns out 400GB of data per race, virtually enough to outpace the computing demands of an entire small business in a weekend

20 million words and counting: UAE’s grand plan to power Arabic with AI

20 million words and counting: UAE’s grand plan to power Arabic with AI

From education to publishing, major national institutions are deploying AI to elevate Arabic’s cultural, academic, and global status

Presight, Dow Jones Factiva to develop AI-powered risk intelligence tools

Presight, Dow Jones Factiva to develop AI-powered risk intelligence tools

The companies aim to build predictive systems for sensitive areas of the global financial ecosystem

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From potential to policy: How AI can reshape public finance

Legacy IT systems and non-integrated data sources hinder effective AI model development, say the authors

GPT-5 is here: Here’s why the entire AI industry is watching

GPT-5 is here: Here’s why the entire AI industry is watching

OpenAI is now in early discussions to allow employees to cash out at a $500bn valuation, a huge step-up from its current $300bn valuation

New whitepaper outlines AI-driven coaching trends in GCC

According to research, 75 per cent of Dubai-based Fortune 500 subsidiaries are expected to adopt AI-powered leadership tools by 2030

From budgets to layoffs: UAE businesses trust AI with big calls

From budgets to layoffs: UAE businesses trust AI with big calls

As trust in AI grows, experts say the next step is making systems more emotionally responsive, especially when dealing with stressful situations

Groq, HUMAIN launch OpenAI’s new models with real-time access

For a limited time, Groq is waiving fees on tool calls made with OpenAI’s open models