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Dubai World Central is going driverless: Futuristic change in air travel

Dubai World Central: Driverless vehicles introduced for airport operations

The introduction of autonomous vehicles allows dnata to reassign personnel previously responsible for driving baggage tractors to more complex roles

AI's dark side

UAE leads global shift towards chief AI officers, says IBM and Dubai Future Foundation study

The report includes contributions from key UAE entities such as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Customs

Kazakhstan launches first national supercomputer in partnership with UAE’s Presight

Kazakhstan launches first supercomputer in partnership with UAE’s Presight

The project includes construction of a data centre and command center at Alem.AI, and deployment of an AI analytics system

Huawei opens cloud data centre in Riyadh

Huawei expands in-car ecosystem with Anghami and Nabd partnerships at HDC 2025

The partnerships tap into the regional influence of two major MENA platforms: Anghami, the region’s largest music streaming service, and Nabd, the top Arabic news aggregator

Bitcoin breaks $96,000 for first time on optimism over Trump crypto plans

Binance launches Sharia-compliant crypto staking product, eyes Middle East growth

It represents Binance’s first step into the world of Islamic finance

Christian Klein SAP CEO on Cloud, data, and AI: How to harness the new engines of progress

Cloud, data and AI: How to harness the new engines of progress

A cloud migration, consequently, is more than an IT project: it is the digital foundation for a thorough modernisation of the entire enterprise, for moving from “good” to “great”

TikTok, Visa back UAE small businesses with ad credits

TikTok, Visa back UAE small businesses with ad credits

The two companies are creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs to build stronger, tech-savvy businesses

HUAWEI launches Pura 80 Series, MatePad 11.5

HUAWEI launches Pura 80 Series, MatePad 11.5

The Pura 80 Ultra debuts the industry-first switchable dual telephoto camera, enabling impressive zoom versatility through a combination of large sensors and dual telephoto lenses

Home wireless just got better in the UAE: Free Disney+ for a year

Home wireless just got better in the UAE: Free Disney+ for a year

The enhanced offering gives du customers access to a vast library of Disney+ content, including blockbuster films and award-winning TV series

Abu Dhabi’s futuristic move: Level 4 self‑driving cars roll out in Masdar City

Abu Dhabi’s futuristic move: Level 4 self‑driving cars roll out in Masdar City

Level 4 automation allows vehicles to operate independently within a geofenced area, without the need for driver intervention

DEWA accelerates AI adoption in energy distribution as part of smart grid push

The initiative is designed to boost operational efficiency, reliability, and service quality

Zain Iraq's Emre Gurkan on empowering Iraq's digital future

Zain Iraq CEO Emre Gurkan on empowering Iraq’s digital future

The CEO of Zain Iraq outlines the company’s strategic roadmap, the role of innovation and inclusion, and how public-private collaboration is shaping a digitally empowered Iraq

Dubai Duty Free explores crypto payments through MoU with Crypto.com

Dubai Duty Free explores crypto payments through MoU with Crypto.com

The MoU outlines a framework for introducing cryptocurrency as a payment option across Dubai Duty Free’s in-store and online platforms

Four key considerations for digital asset firms eyeing the UAE

Four key considerations for digital asset firms eyeing the UAE

Why the region is attracting the web3 and blockchain industry – and what businesses need to know before entering the market

Careem enhances grocery shopping with AI-based list-to-cart tool

Careem enhances grocery shopping with AI-based list-to-cart tool

Careem Groceries offers a wide selection of fresh produce, pantry items, and household products with 15-minute delivery across Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Esports World Cup 2025 starts in Riyadh with record $70m prize pool

Esports World Cup 2025 starts in Riyadh with record $70m prize pool

Running until August 24, the event features 25 tournaments across 24 leading game titles and brings together more than 2,000 elite players from around the globe

Samsung Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8 series: What the new launches feature

Samsung Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8 series: What the new launches feature

The Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 lean into thinner form factors and flagship-grade imaging, while the Watch 8 series sets a new standard for holistic health monitoring

Sahil Dhawan, Head – India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) Business, Tech Mahindra

Tech Mahindra’s Sahil Dhawan on its AI roadmap, local partnerships, and focus on innovation

Dhawan outlines the immediate and long-term priorities for the region, explains how Tech Mahindra is aligning with initiatives such as the UAE Digital Government Strategy and Saudi Vision 2030

Buying plane tickets with crypto: Emirates to explore the option

Buying plane tickets with crypto: Emirates explores option with new MoU

Under the new tie-up signed this week, Emirates and Crypto.com will work together to integrate Crypto.com Pay into the airline’s payment systems

Al Ansari Financial Services Q1 2023

Al Ansari confirms technical glitch at exchange unit, most funds recovered

Al Ansari emphasised that the incident did not disrupt its regular operations

Dubai’s smart commute: How RTA’s AI is changing the city's roads

Dubai’s smart commute: How RTA’s AI is changing the city’s roads

The Public Transport Station Management Using AI tool monitors crowd movement to enhance passenger flow and reduce wait times

TikTok building new version of app ahead of expected US sale

TikTok building new version of app ahead of expected US sale

This comes as US President Donald Trump said on Friday he will start talking to China on Monday or Tuesday about a possible TikTok deal

Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem to contribute over $74bn to UAE economy in 4 years Getty Images

Microsoft’s Pakistan office closure signals shift to SaaS and AI-led models

Microsoft’s exit from its physical footprint in Pakistan coincides with a worldwide cost-cutting initiative

Recall alert: Why Saudi pulled over 88,000 Anker powerbanks

Recall alert: Why Saudi pulled over 88,000 Anker power banks

The ministry urged all consumers to immediately stop using any of the affected products and to contact Anker to arrange for a replacement

flydubai partners with emaratech to introduce smart biometric gates

flydubai just made travel easier for its pilots,crew: Here’s how

This technology provides a faster, more secure, and paperless experience for crew members reporting for duty

UAE sees 25% rise in digital transactions

UAE sees 25% rise in digital transactions during Dubai’s summer shopping festival: Checkout.com

Categories such as interior furnishings, recreation, and education saw marked increases

Google has officially launched Veo 3

Google launches Veo 3 for AI video generation in MENA region

Veo 3 enables users to describe a scene, known as a “prompt,” which is then used to generate a custom eight-second video at 720p resolution

UAE issues world’s first regulatory framework for hybrid air mobility operations

UAE issues world’s first regulatory framework for hybrid air mobility operations

The new framework enables both aircraft types to use the same helipads and airspace, offering a cost-efficient infrastructure model and streamlining operational deployment

HMD Amped Buds: These earbuds can charge your phone

HMD Amped Buds: These earbuds can charge your phone

Featuring 10mm precision-tuned drivers, hybrid ANC and ENC, and up to 95 hours of playback, these buds are designed for deep listening, clear calls, and enduring performance, says HMD

Dubai and Abu Dhabi named among top global data centre providers_Getty Images Image for illustrative purposes

Abu Dhabi, Dubai among top emerging data centre markets in 2025, reveals report

The UAE currently hosts over 250MW of live data centre capacity, with an additional 500MW in active development, the report said