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Microsoft to sell off Activision cloud streaming rights to Ubisoft

The French gamemaker will get the rights for all of Activision Blizzard’s console games released in the next 15 years

Abu Dhabi

Explore UAE’s Yas Island (and its top attractions) from ‘virtually’ anywhere

The virtual Yas Island experience allows users from around the world to digitally explore the entertainment and leisure hub and other iconic landmarks in the emirate

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UAE data laws: Cybercrime offenders to face up to 5 years in prison, huge fines

This is according to Article 8 of Federal Decree Law no. 34 of 2021, on combatting rumours and cybercrimes

YouTube

YouTube, Universal Music join forces to address AI threat

The recent explosion in generative AI tools has prompted concern that creators’ work could be used to generate new songs without proper licencing or attribution

AI Brands

Insights: Without AI, brands will fall behind

Digital users in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the UAE expect AI to have a significantly positive impact on their digital interactions

SoftBank

SoftBank’s Arm files for IPO that could be 2023’s biggest

Arm Holdings didn’t disclose proposed terms for the share sale in its filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission

Threads desktop version

Threads desktop version may be launching soon

It is reported that the update could come as soon as this week

Kevin Rubin, Chief Finance Officer at Alteryx on the role of the modern CFO

The modern CFO: Risk taker or business maker?

With digital transformation added into the mix, the modern CFO role has transformed into that of a future-facing navigator, combining risk mitigation with near-live opportunity mapping

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Google will expand generative AI tool to select websites

Google said the new feature would generate summaries only for content that is free to read

Tesla

Tesla data breach blamed on ‘insider wrongdoing’ impacted 75,000

The people appear to be current or former employees of the Austin, Texas-based automaker

John Warnock

Adobe’s co-founder John Warnock dies at 82

Warnock remained on the company’s board of directors until his death

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Abu Dhabi’s ADX, Tawasal SuperApp to offer real-time stock market updates

Tawasal is a secure multi-purpose messenger and super app, which offers free calls, chats, video conferencing and lifestyle services

Alibaba

Alibaba’s e-commerce arm to hire 2,000 graduates

Taotian Group is recruiting the graduates for a range of roles including design, product and data

Saudi

Saudi Arabia unveils $200m fund to propel local and global high-tech

The initiative is part of a strategy announced for the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology

VR

British startup launches VR audio experience in Middle East

The launch marks the first time an Arabic audio entertainment app has built a VR experience for Middle Eastern audiences

WhatsApp image share

How to send high-definition images on WhatsApp?

The HD image share feature will be rolled out to users worldwide over the next few weeks

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ADDED, e& enterprise to support transition to Industry 4.0, sustainability

The primary objective is to enhance the digital evolution within Abu Dhabi’s manufacturing industry

Prince Garibay

Music producers Arabian Prince, Fernando Garibay are coming to Dubai

The producers share their passion for music, the creative process and their participation at the Future Blockchain Summit, which is taking place from October 15-18 at Dubai Harbour

connected experiences

Why boosting connected experiences is key to business growth

Connected experiences should not be limited to individual touchpoints but must encompass the entire customer journey

Business email compromise

How companies can defend against business email compromise

Strategies that firms should follow to build security into their business processes

Lenovo

Lenovo misses profit after global PC downturn deepens

The company said the unusual action of clearing inventory weakened profitability for its main business unit

construction material

Dubai: Robots slash construction material testing time, find out how

The cement checks are important components of concrete mixtures and the results of their inspection have an impact on the quality of buildings

Reedz app offers arabic summary of english audiobooks

Tunisia-born Reedz is bringing English literature to the Arab world: A startup to watch

Designed as a mobile app, Reedz offers audiobook summaries of international bestsellers in Arabic

VARA fines OPNX

Dubai’s VARA fines Three Arrows founders over OPNX crypto project

VARA became aware in February that OPNX was soliciting customers for its platform and collecting personal data

BEEAH Tandeef to roll out AI City Vision

Artificial intelligence harnessed for waste management with BEEAH’s AI City Vision

The waste management service provider to roll out AI City Vision as a dedicated service to its clients

integrated cyber defence

Help AG’s Stephan Berner on the importance of integrated cyber defence

The integrated approach to cyber defence is one of the technology trends that will dominate in coming years, says the CEO of the company

Dubai universities

Dubai universities roll out programmes in AI, drones, genetics, gaming

Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park aim to equip students with future-proof skills during the 2023-24 academic year

GoDaddy to launch .AI domain in Saudi Arabia

GoDaddy to bring .AI domain extension to Saudi Arabia

The web hosting provider said the artificial intelligence domain will create numerous advantages for small businesses across various sectors

artificial intelligence and Web3 licences

Dubai’s DIFC to issue artificial intelligence and Web3 licences

The Dubai AI and Web 3.0 Campus is a dedicated campus for AI and Web3 innovation and will provide physical and digital infrastructure within the DIFC Innovation One new premises

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GCC: Top startups to watch in 2023

We shine the spotlight on some of the region’s most prominent startups