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Massive AI Surge: UAE’s GenAI growth hits 344%, leading the region

The country continues to lead the region in digital upskilling, with 13 per cent of the labor force actively engaging in online learning

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Healthcare innovation: How drones are transforming medicine delivery in Saudi

The initiative is designed to accelerate response times and support healthcare operations by delivering medicines and medical supplies

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset by Saad Naja

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset

By offering scalable, adaptive tools that cater to all levels of traders, AI trader agents aim to bridge the gap between access and expertise — empowering users to trade smarter, not harder

Carl Sykes, CEO, Neptune P2P Group on why GCC ports' security faces risks as trade grows

Insights: Gulf ports face new security challenges as trade ambitions accelerate

Port security should not be seen as an obstacle to trade but as a core pillar of competitiveness, says Sykes

Abu Dhabi to host Games of the Future 2025

Abu Dhabi to host Games of the Future 2025 – here’s the details

The inaugural edition of the games attracted over 2,000 athletes from more than 100 countries

From Saudi to Hong Kong: Tahaluf, ewpartners take LEAP global with Asia debut

LEAP East will take place in Hong Kong from 8-10 July 2026, marking the first time the event is held outside Saudi Arabia

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UAE, Kuwait ink multiple agreements, includes Dhs9bn naval contract

The agreements span a wide range of areas, with key MoUs covering healthcare, infrastructure, investment, social development, energy transition, and AI

Eid Al Adha 2025: What’s in the shopping cart for MENA consumers?

Gift preferences differed significantly between countries, underscoring the cultural diversity of the MENA market

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AI-driven ransomware tops 2025 cyber threats in META, says Kaspersky

Kaspersky warns that ransomware actors are becoming more creative and stealthy

Umrah 2025: New digital platform launched for visas

Hajj 2025 goes hi-tech: 6 innovations transforming the pilgrimage

Saudi is combining tradition with innovation to ensure a spiritually enriching and smooth experience for all

Kathleen Walch Thinking big, start small, iterate often: A practical guide to setting up successful AI projects

A practical guide to setting up successful AI projects

Using a framework that accounts for the unique demands of data-driven projects and provides clear processes and practices for data-heavy, iterative projects is essential

WhatsApp’s new features: How is your messaging about to get better?

Users can also initiate a voice chat by swiping up from the bottom of a group chat and holding for a few seconds

How Microsoft and Core42 are powering the UAE’s digital sovereignty

How Microsoft and Core42 are powering the UAE’s digital sovereignty

The UAE’s public cloud spending reached $2.95bn in 2024 and is forecasted to soar to $6.47bn by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 21.7 per cent

Finesse partners with Securiti to bolster data security

This partnership combines Finesse’s expertise in digital transformation with Securiti’s advanced technologies for managing sensitive data

Zed ride-hailing platform: How is it redefining mobility in UAE

The heart of Zed’s differentiation lies in its belief that mobility should not be transactional—it should be personal

UAE breakthrough: World’s first jet-powered firefighting aircraft unveiled

It features cutting-edge computer vision and LiDAR-based 3D scanning for precise mapping, target detection, and obstacle avoidance

SelfDrive’s Soham Shah on raising the bar for premium mobility services

The founder and CEO of SelfDrive Mobility shares the inspiration behind OTO, its unique market positioning, growth strategy, and the trends shaping the future of mobility

Differentiating your businesses in the era of commoditised AI

Differentiating your businesses in the era of commoditised AI

The winners will be those who find ways to go beyond the simple automation that saves on labour and differentiate themselves though applying their unique data to more advanced models

ONVIF's Leo Levit on how AI and standards are reinventing trust in surveillance

ONVIF’s Leo Levit on how AI and standards are reinventing trust in surveillance

The chairman of ONVIF on why collaboration across stakeholders is critical to navigating the evolving surveillance landscape

Globant opens Middle East HQ in Riyadh, launches AI and digital innovation hub

Globant opens Middle East HQ in Riyadh; hub to drive AI, digital innovation

Located in Building 1.15 of the King Abdullah Financial District, the headquarters also houses Globant’s third global “Playground” — an immersive experience centre featuring interactive AI- and sports-themed installations

Flying soon? Air Arabia just introduced a smarter way to pay

This collaboration makes Air Arabia the first airline in the region to offer stablecoin-based payments

Dubai launches tokenised real estate investment project via ‘Prypco Mint’

All tokenised offerings during the pilot phase must come from companies licensed by VARA

Tashkent turns tech hub as Huawei accelerates ME&CA’s digital future

Huawei has opened its flagship Tech Carnival & Partner Summit 2025 in Uzbekistan — its first time in the country

Portraits, productivity and price: Why the new AI-powered HONOR 400 Series appeals

Portraits, productivity and price: Why the new AI-powered HONOR 400 Series appeals

Honor’s latest launch aims to change the way users think about creativity, convenience, and longevity in a mobile device — through human-centric AI applications and ecosystem-friendly software

Stargate UAE: G42, OpenAI, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank, Cisco to build AI cluster

Stargate UAE: G42, OpenAI, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank, Cisco to build AI cluster

The first phase of the project — a 200-megawatt AI cluster — is expected to go live in 2026

Alain KADDOUM of Savoye on robots in logitics and other trends

Logistics: Robots aren’t replacing us; they are redefining what we do

The logistics and supply chain sector in particular has experienced a significant transformation, driven by changing consumer demands, technological advancement in AI and robotics

Google expands Gemini, Search AI features to MENA following I/O 2025

Google expands Gemini, Search AI features to MENA following I/O 2025

The updates, aimed at delivering more intelligent, agentic, and personalised AI experiences, include enhancements to the Gemini AI family and Google Search

Bain Capital launches hscale to drive data centre expansion in EMEA region

Bain Capital launches hscale to drive data centre expansion in EMEA region

The company is positioning itself as a customer-first provider of scalable, replicable infrastructure tailored to the complex and evolving needs of hyperscale clients

HUAWEI WATCH 5 breaks ground with EXtap-enabled X-TAP health tech

HUAWEI WATCH 5 breaks new ground as the first to introduce X-TAP health technology

Huawei’s long-awaited WATCH 5 series combines futuristic design, advanced fingertip health monitoring, and extended battery life — all while debuting EXtap’s advanced integration for next-gen wearable wellness

UAE's MoIAT inks deals with banks for Dhs40bn to boost industrial growth

UAE’s MoIAT inks deals with banks for over Dhs40bn to boost industrial growth

The participating banks include First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), Emirates NBD, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB), Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), and Wio Bank