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ENOC, Drive Terra to launch UAE’s largest battery swapping network

With the support of ENOC, Drive Terra aims to make e-bike adoption in the UAE more accessible and efficient, helping the country to meet its ambitious environmental goals

Dubai launches region's first drone delivery system

Dubai launches region’s first drone delivery system

The drone is designed to operate in various city landscapes, using advanced flight control algorithms and multi-sensor fusion positioning technology

Parkin, BATIC to explore smart parking solutions in Saudi Arabia

Parkin, BATIC to explore smart parking solutions in Saudi Arabia

Parkin’s move into the Saudi market further solidifies its position as a regional leader in parking solutions, with the company’s expertise in Dubai paving the way for broader GCC expansion

HUAWEI launches new foldable, nova 13 series, MatePad

With prices starting at Dhs7,199, the Mate X6 is now available for preorder. Customers will also benefit from add-ons worth Dhs26,98 when preordering

HONOR launches MagicBook Art 14 in the UAE

New: HONOR launches MagicBook Art 14 in the UAE

The MagicBook Art 14 will be available for Dhs5,999 in the UAE starting December 13

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

Agentic AI systems are being explored for urban management as part of smart city projects such as Neom, while banks and healthcare institutions are examining its use for risk assessment and adaptive treatment plans

Delivery Hero’s Talabat to divest 15% stake via IPO

Talabat plunges over 7.5% in Dubai trading debut after $2bn IPO

The company’s shares opened at Dhs1.70, higher than the price at which Germany’s Delivery Hero sold 4.7 billion shares last month

Apple announces major retail expansion in Saudi Arabia

Apple announces major retail expansion in Saudi Arabia

This marks Apple’s first direct retail service in the kingdom and is a significant milestone in the company’s local operations

Google, Hub71 partner to launch startup programme in 2025

Google, Hub71 partner to launch startup programme in 2025

By leveraging Google’s network and resources, Hub71 is set to provide a robust foundation for its startups to scale, innovate, and contribute to the UAE’s economy

DAMAC's EDGNEX Data Centers, PPC Group launch $150m project in Greece

DAMAC’s EDGNEX Data Centers, PPC Group to launch $150m project in Greece

The joint venture, Data In Scale, will establish a state-of-the-art data centre in Spata, East Attica, marking a major step in Greece’s digital transformation and reinforcing its role as a key IT hub in Southeast Europe

50 years and counting: Jumbo's next chapter

50 years and counting: What Jumbo’s next chapter entails

Marking its golden anniversary, Jumbo celebrates ‘Trust that Transforms’ – a commitment that resonates through its customers, brands and a growing team

WebEngage’s Hetarth Patel on navigating the future of customer engagement

WebEngage’s Hetarth Patel on navigating the future of customer engagement

Patel shares how businesses are leveraging omnichannel strategies, AI-driven solutions, and hyper-personalised experiences to drive customer loyalty and retention in a rapidly shifting market

Eight sleep now in the UAE

Eight Sleep expands into UAE, offering smart sleep solutions

Eight Sleep’s celebrity investors — including Alex Rodriguez and Kevin Hart— along with firms such as Valor Equity Partners, SoftBank, Khosla Ventures and Founders Fund

Thales' Elias Merrawe on shaping the future of flight

Thales’ Elias Merrawe on shaping the future of flight

The VP – Civil Business for Thales in the Middle East, shares the company’s  commitment to sustainability, its strategic partnerships with UAE entities, and supporting the UAE’s ambitious aviation goals

Review: HMD Skyline – A fresh take on smartphone design 

Review: HMD Skyline – A fresh take on smartphone design 

Crafted from recycled aluminium, Skyline’s design innovation allows you to self-repair a broken screen with ease, and with 800 battery cycles, it’s built to last longer, making it a sustainable choice

Lenovo, world’s largest PC maker, to launch factory in Saudi Arabia

The company plans to open facilities in Saudi Arabia following a major investment deal with the kingdom’s Public Investment Fund

Apple launches iPhone 16 as it bets on AI future

Apple faces $3.8bn legal claim over iCloud practices

A UK consumer group believes iPhone and iPad iOS users have had little choice but to use Apple’s own iCloud service

Leading with passion: The CEO’s journey and strategic goals for Emirates Park Zoo

Leading with passion: The CEO’s journey and strategic goals for Emirates Park Zoo

Dr Walid Shaaban, Group CEO of Emirates Park Zoo, seeks to leave a legacy of sustainable growth, innovation, and meaningful conservation

Insights: The rise of banking-as-a-service (baaS) and its impact

Insights: The rise of banking-as-a-service and its impact

The future of BaaS in the GCC looks promising, driven by advancements in regulatory technologies (regtech), quantum computing and 5G/6G technology

Insights: How regtech can turbocharge economic transformation

Insights: How regtech can turbocharge economic transformation

By combining advanced digital tools, data analytics and automation, regtech streamlines processes, alerts against violations, creates reassurance, and can enhance operations

How Asus is redefining the future of work & learning with AI solutions

How ASUS is redefining the future of work & learning with AI solutions

Madeleine Hung, general manager of EMEA Commercial System BG at ASUS, says ASUS’s AI-powered PCs enhance productivity and efficiency for workers, teachers, and students

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ADNOC awards $490m contract to expand world’s largest 3D seismic survey

The 3D mega seismic survey, which began in late 2018, covers a vast 85,000 square kilometres across onshore and offshore areas in Abu Dhabi

Dell’s Walid Yehia on AI innovation, cybersecurity and sustainability

The managing director – Gulf, at Dell Technologies, shares insights on Dell’s role in transforming industries and meeting the evolving needs of enterprises in the UAE and beyond

GB Business Breakfast shines spotlight on GCC’s automotive, mobility sectors

Gulf Business hosted its second Business Breakfast event on the future of automotive and mobility in the Middle East, highlighting digital shifts, sustainability, and evolving consumer preferences

Al Laith's Jason English on supporting the region's evolving events sector

Al Laith’s Jason English on supporting the region’s evolving events sector

We explore how Al Laith has sustained its leadership by adapting to the region’s evolving needs, leveraging technology and innovation, and prioritising sustainability across its operations

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Google launches AI accelerator programme for MENAT startups

Google’s accelerator initiative aims to bolster innovation and entrepreneurship in the region, providing startups with essential resources for development

How HUAWEI’s eKit is boosting digital transformation for SMEs

Huawei is seeking to address the complexity of implementing and managing advanced IT infrastructure for SMEs

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Saudi-backed Lucid expects to raise $1.67bn from stock sale

Lucid expects to report a loss from operations in the range of $765m to $790m for the quarter ended September 30

Jamil El Imad on From the UK to UAE: transforming healthcare outcomes with advanced technologies

From the UK to UAE: Jamil El-Imad on transforming healthcare outcomes with AI, VR

The CEO of NeuroPro and Virtually Live shares insights on how VR and AI are rapidly transforming healthcare, particularly in rehabilitation, mental health therapy, and patient education

GITEX 2024: Inside Huawei’s vision for an ‘intelligent future’

The company aims to accelerate industrial digitalisation and intelligence with its latest innovations