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Orbitworks' Ralph Koyess on the firm's goal to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities

Orbitworks’ Ralph Koyess on the firm’s goal to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities

The business development director at Orbitworks, shares how the venture is fusing global expertise with national priorities to deliver sovereign satellite capabilities,

Harnessing AI: why asking the right questions is key to success

Harnessing AI: Why asking the right questions is key to success

By fostering environments that encourage continuous learning, and celebrating champions, we can accelerate AI adoption across the region

Winners of MEBA 2025 revealed as Dubai cements its blockchain leadership

Now in its second year, MEBA has become one of the most high-profile celebrations of digital innovation in the region

Finastra to sell treasury and capital markets unit to Apax Funds

Finastra to sell treasury and capital markets unit to Apax Funds

The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, pending customary closing conditions and employee consultations

HUAWEI unveils new wearable lineup in Berlin, blends fashion and function

HUAWEI unveils new wearable lineup in Berlin, blends fashion and function

Available in two new colours – Purple and Sand Gold – the WATCH 5 will be available for pre-order in the UAE on May 22

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Qualcomm to establish global AI and IoT engineering centre in Abu Dhabi

The new Qualcomm Engineering Center will become a key part of the company’s global network of engineering hubs

Trump: UAE on a path to acquire most advanced US AI chips

It reflects the Trump administration’s confidence that the chips can be managed securely, in part by requiring data centres be managed by US companies.

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UAE-US ties: Phase 1 of new 5GW AI campus launches in Abu Dhabi

The UAE and US will work together to regulate access to the compute resources, which are reserved for US hyperscalers and approved cloud service providers

WeRide launches fully driverless robotaxi trials in Abu Dhabi

WeRide launches fully driverless robotaxi trials in Abu Dhabi

Commercial driverless rides and additional coverage areas are expected to roll out progressively from summer 2025, pending regulatory approvals

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Here’s how customers can benefit from talabat and Bolt’s new partnership

Under the initiative, talabat pro members will receive 10 per cent off 10 Bolt rides each month, with a maximum discount of Dhs15 per ride

Sobha raises $500m in oversubscribed sukuk offering; launches flagship app

Sobha raises $500m in oversubscribed sukuk offering; launches flagship app

The sukuk, which matures in 2029, was oversubscribed three times, with an orderbook reaching $1.54bn

Elon Musk: Starlink has been approved in Saudi Arabia

Musk, who also heads Tesla, used the occasion to float his wider ambitions for the region

Building on data: How e&'s Dr Karim Bennis is powering its financial success story

Building on data: How e&’s Dr Karim Bennis is powering its financial success

e&’s group CFO shares how strategic monetisation, bold reinvestment, and financial discipline are accelerating its evolution and expansion globally

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AWS, HUMAIN to launch $5bn AI Zone in Saudi Arabia

The two entities also plan to develop large language models (LLMs), including Arabic-focused models, to support AI adoption in key sectors

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

The partnership is set to play a critical role in realising the kingdom’s ambition to lead the world in AI and advanced digital infrastructure

Oracle pledges $14bn investment in Saudi Arabia

Trump’s Saudi visit: Oracle pledges $14bn investment in Saudi Arabia

Oracle said the expanded partnership would also strengthen US-Saudi ties, enhance the kingdom’s security and intelligence capabilities

Samsung launches its slimmest smartphone yet, the S25 Edge

Analysts said the launch was strategically timed to pre-empt Apple, which is expected to launch a thinner iPhone in the second half of this year

Canon EMEA’s new CEO on growth, AI and the Middle East’s creator economy

Having first joined Canon UK as a trainee 40 years ago, Yoshida is now back to lead the business across 120 diverse countries

From Dirhams to digital: Dubai lets you pay government fees in crypto

The Dubai Cashless Strategy is expected to contribute at least Dh8bn annually to the local economy

New PIF company: Saudi Crown Prince launches HUMAIN

New PIF company: Saudi Crown Prince launches HUMAIN

HUMAIN will develop one of the world’s most powerful multimodal Arabic large language models (LLMs) and provide localised, regional, and global AI capabilities

Proofpoint's Sumit Dhawan on why human-centric cybersecurity is key

Proofpoint’s Sumit Dhawan on why human-centric cybersecurity is key

Dhawan shares details on how Proofpoint is building the only truly adaptive human-centric security platform that protects every individual and secures their data

Talabat profit soars nearly 4x as groceries drive growth

The strong Q1 performance underscores rising consumer demand for digital convenience and the platform’s ability to diversify beyond restaurant orders

Huawei strengthens cybersecurity with unified, AI-powered solutions

Huawei’s new Xinghe Intelligent Unified SASE Solution addresses growing cybersecurity threats resulting from cloud migration, branch breakouts, and hybrid working

Insights: Protecting your privacy in the age of GenAI

Insights: Protecting your privacy in the age of GenAI

When choosing an AI platform, prioritise reputable services and disable “model learning” to limit data collection, ensuring your digital footprint remains as discreet as possible

Building trust in AI: The UAE’s journey to a digital cognitive future

Building trust in AI: The UAE’s journey to a digital cognitive future

Organisations must recognise that trust and innovation are not competing priorities but complementary forces

Global digital transformation boom: How is Huawei driving cybersecurity innovation

Global digital transformation boom: How is Huawei driving cybersecurity innovation

In 2024, Huawei invested $24.6bn in research and development, representing 20.8 per cent of its annual revenue

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Salik signs deal with ENOC to enable smart payments at fuel stations

The partnership leverages ANPR technology, already deployed by Salik at over 25 parking locations and soon expanding to 127 locations, to offer contactless payments at ENOC’s retail and service network

Microsoft’s Rima Semaan on redefining cybersecurity in the UAE

Microsoft’s Rima Semaan on redefining cybersecurity in the UAE

From real-time alerts and identity protection to the bold goal of training one million people in AI and security by 2027, Semaan reveals how Microsoft is shaping a safer digital future for the region

‘Authenticity still matters’: CARMA’s Mazen Nahawi on AI, trust and media’s next frontier

In this interview, Nahawi explains why cultural nuance still trips up AI in the Middle East, which jobs will go — and which will rise — and why Gen Z’s demand for authenticity is shaping the future of PR

In this interview, Yasunori Ogawa, president and CEO of Seiko Epson Corporation, and Neil Colquhoun, president of Epson META-CWA on the brand's regional growth and innovation centre

Epson’s vision for the region: Smarter tech, local focus, global values

Yasunori Ogawa, president and CEO of Seiko Epson Corporation, and Neil Colquhoun, president of Epson META-CWA, discuss the strategic importance of its Innovation Centre and regional market priorities