Al-Futtaim's Hasan Nergiz on BYD's popularity in UAE, Saudi Arabia

Al-Futtaim’s Hasan Nergiz on BYD’s popularity in UAE, Saudi Arabia

The MD of Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company shares that EV maker BYD’s SEAL, SONG PLUS and HAN models are very popular in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

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Samsung AI: New Galaxy Z Fold6, Flip6 take foldables into the future

Powered by Samsung AI, the latest Samsung Galaxy Z series is taking mobile experiences to the next level

How OPPO is trying to get AI into 50 million users’ hands

OPPO’s new Reno12 series is packed with AI features, but it speaks to a much bigger plan for the phone maker

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SingAuto rolls into UAE with self-driving trucks and EV District in Abu Dhabi

SingAuto’s initiative to build the world’s largest commercial EV industrial district marks a significant step towards a sustainable, innovative, and efficient logistics landscape for the region

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Saudi Arabia: World’s first licensed autonomous air taxi takes flight during Hajj 2024

The autonomous flight was conducted by EHang Holdings in collaboration with Saudi-based Front End

In numbers: Saudi Arabia poised for EV boom, reveals survey

In numbers: Saudi Arabia poised for EV boom, reveals survey

Saudi Arabia has significant growth potential for battery-electric vehicles, with 71 per cent of consumers “very” or “moderately” likely to purchase a BEV this year, the AlixPartners study showed

UAE energy ministry, Etihad WE set up EV infrastructure company

UAE energy ministry, Etihad WE set up EV charging infrastructure firm

The venture, known as UAEV, is the first EV charging network fully owned by the government

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DP World, Einride launch region’s biggest autonomous freight deployment

Once at full operational capacity, the initiative will save up to 14,600 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent annually and 158 tonnes of nitrogen oxides annually

Abu Dhabi pilots passenger-carrying drone trials

Abu Dhabi pilots MENA’s first passenger-carrying drone flights

The trials were part of an exhibition by the Multi-Level Group, as part of the Abu Dhabi Mobility Week that took place last week

Dubai’s RTA introduces new ‘Stadium’ bus station

RTA inaugurates new ‘Stadium’ bus station, improves bus routes

The bus station is designed to shorten travel times and provide seamless connections to other mass transit options

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Apple unveils record $110bn buyback as results beat low expectations

Apple’s quarterly revenue fell, but less than analysts had expected, and CEO Tim Cook said revenue growth would return in the current quarter

Apple shelves electric car plans after decadelong odyssey

Apple set for big sales drop as investors await AI in iPhones

Considered a must-own stock on Wall Street, Apple shares have underperformed other Big Tech companies in recent months

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Apple, OpenAI eye bringing generative AI features to iPhone

The companies have begun discussing terms of a potential agreement and how OpenAI features would be integrated into Apple’s next iPhone operating system

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Check out these ChatGPT earbuds from ‘Nothing’

The London-headquartered device maker has unveiled two new AI-enabled wireless earbuds, Nothing Ear and Nothing Ear (a)

Picture perfect: vivo’s V30 Portrait Master Phone aims to impress

The phonemaker’s new Portrait Master Phone device presents new features that include an improved camera and processor

Easylease acquires 60 per cent of United trans

IHC’s EasyLease acquires 60% stake in United Trans, expands interest in mobility sector

By combining their expertise, EasyLease and United Trans aim to deliver a wider range of enhanced mobility solutions to customers across the GCC and MENA regions

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Blast from the past: BlackBerry’s Hans-Peter Bauer on company’s pivot

BlackBerry EMEA VP, Hans-Peter Bauer, speaks to Gulf Business about the company’s journey into the enterprise

Xpeng signs partnership with UAE’s Ali&Sons

Tesla’s Chinese rival Xpeng signs partnership with UAE’s Ali&Sons

The electric carmaker will offer the G6 and G9 SUV models in UAE from Q3 2024

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Dubai’s RTA invests Dhs350m to upgrade nol system

The upgrading of the nol system is one of the key deliverables of RTA’s Digital Strategy Roadmap 2023-2030 launched last December

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PIF unveils ‘Electric 360’ partnership, announces new brand revamp

The partnership with Formula E, Extreme E and E1 will promote educational opportunities tied to electric motorsports, as well as community, social programmes and environmental stewardship

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Dubai eyes solar-powered rail buses in future transport mix

Two MoUs were signed with two companies that specialise in developing and manufacturing transportation systems, as well as designing mass transportation solutions for zero emissions

How Archer aims to revolutionise travel in the UAE

Flying Taxis: How Archer aims to revolutionise travel in the UAE

Nikhil Goel, chief commercial officer of Archer Aviation, showcases how the company is leveraging the strong global demand and its robust ecosystem to revolutionise urban air mobility

RTA makes modifications to routes and schedules

Dubai’s RTA makes changes to bus routes and schedules

The changes are aimed at expanding and integrating the public bus network with other public transport modes such as the metro and marine transport

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EDGE acquires majority stake in autonomous air systems developer ANAVIA

The acquisition will make the UAE-based defence tech company a market leader in the unmanned helicopter segment

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Dubai RTA begins testing self-driving taxis: Cruise AV spotted in Jumeirah

The tests are being carried after RTA issued the first permit to trial autonomous vehicles in Dubai

A new era in mobility: Adopting advanced technologies and customer centricity

Advanced technologies have led to a paradigm shift in the automotive sector

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Here’s how UAE is expanding the horizons of smart mobility

Shared mobility, micromobility and autonomous vehicles are set to become mainstream in the coming years, say experts

DEWA joins CharIN to advance green mobility

DEWA bolsters commitment to green mobility by joining CharIN

The membership allows DEWA to actively participate in establishing industry standards for electric vehicle charging systems

Dubai Municipality, DIEZ seek to advance air mobility

Dubai Municipality inks MoU with DIEZ for Dubai Horizons System

The deal supports the aspirations of Dubai in the field of air mobility while spearheading the objectives and strategies of the futuristic city to advance air mobility

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Dubai’s plan to increase EV charging stations gains momentum

With the emirate’s focus on green mobility, DEWA aims to grow the city’s network of public EV charging stations by 170 per cent in less than three years.