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Dubai RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues

Dubai: RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues, boosted by AI-driven services

RTA reported that app downloads grew by 18 per cent to 3.742 million, while registered users surged 27.5 per cent to 1.94 million

robotaxi trials expanded in Abu Dhabi image courtesy WAM

Abu Dhabi expands RoboTaxi trials in push for full launch by 2026

The latest expansion involves the deployment of sixth-generation RoboTaxi vehicles (RT6), developed to meet the evolving needs of modern cities

PayPal Office Opening in Dubai with

PayPal’s Suzan Kereere on the company’s growing presence in the Middle East

In an exclusive conversation, Suzan Kereere, president of Global Markets at PayPal, shares how the company’s new regional hub in Dubai fits into its global strategy

UAE among top emerging economies in AI readiness: report

UAE among top emerging economies in AI readiness: report

The report showed that Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait are progressing in AI readiness through national strategies, modern infrastructure investments and upskilling initiatives

ADNOC launches app to turbocharge UAE’s local manufacturing drive

ADNOC launches app to turbocharge UAE’s local manufacturing drive

ADNOC’s app is part of a broader push by Abu Dhabi to boost industrial GDP, develop homegrown capabilities, and attract strategic investments

The AI imperative: 5 steps to transforming public sector services By Mohammed Amin of Dell Technologies

The AI imperative: 5 steps to transforming public sector services

Governments should take the lead in shaping AI with a clear vision, strong ethical foundations, and collaboration between public and private sectors

Don’t miss our tech panel event on April 23 in Dubai

The high-level panel event will bring together senior voices from telecoms, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and e-mobility

Belkin's Steve Malony shares insights on localisation and sustainability

Belkin’s Steve Malony shares insights on localisation and sustainability

Malony outlines the company’s evolving strategy — from investing in local teams and prioritising sustainable packaging to launching products tailored to consumer needs

Dr Raymond Khoury on AI's role in transforming Saudi's RDI landscape

AI’s role in transforming Saudi’s research. development, innovation landscape

By overcoming existing challenges through collective action, the kingdom can fully unlock AI’s potential, driving progress, economic diversification and establish global leadership

Powering Saudi Arabia’s strategic leap into the future of technology 

Business leaders in Saudi Arabia recognise AI’s potential to sharpen employee focus and unlock new levels of efficiency

MGX, Silver Lake acquire minority stakes in Khazna Data Centers

MGX, Silver Lake acquire minority stakes in Khazna Data Centers

With the backing of G42, MGX, and Silver Lake, Khazna is set to further expand its footprint in key markets, supporting the growing demand for cutting-edge data centre solutions

An interview with HP President of Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa Helena Herrero

Empowering innovation and inclusion: An interview with HP’s Helena Herrero

The president of HP for Southern Europe, the Middle East and Africa shares her insights on technology, digital transformation, empowering women and sustainability

EDGNEX Data Centers by DAMAC eyes Nordic expansion

DAMAC’s EDGNEX Data Centers eyes Nordic expansion, acquires Hyperco

Hyperco operates in Finland and Sweden, leveraging the region’s renewable energy sources, mature digital ecosystem, and high connectivity

Emirates Group co-locates to world's largest solar-powered data centre

Emirates Group to co-locate to world’s largest solar-powered data centre

Starting in mid-2026, the Emirates Group will begin relocating its data centre operations to Moro Hub, which will provide comprehensive services

Astra Tech launches Botim AI, 150 million users to benefit from features

Astra Tech launches Botim AI, 150 million users to benefit from features

The AI currently supports chat-based interactions, with enhancements such as web search capabilities and action-based integration planned for future phases

Investor Cody Willard on why Tesla, AI and the UAE are just getting warmed up

Willard explains why he believes we’re still in the “dial-up” phase of the AI evolution and why the UAE is a vital cog in this wheel

ADQ, Energy Capital Partners launch $25bn partnership to power data centres

ADQ, Energy Capital Partners seal $25bn partnership to power data centres

The partnership will focus on serving the needs of data centres and industrial centres in the US and other international markets over the long-term

Hubpay launches new solution, expands into UAE’s $1.2bn payroll market

Hubpay expands into UAE’s $1.2bn payroll market with new solution

The new offering complements Hubpay’s existing business solutions, including a digital business account that reduces standard account processing times to under 24 hours

Introducing the Porsche Design HONOR Magic7 RSR

Introducing the Porsche Design HONOR Magic7 RSR

The PORSCHE DESIGN HONOR Magic7 RSR is positioned as a top-tier smartphone for photography enthusiasts and content creators, offering AI-driven enhancements and Porsche Design’s luxury appeal

Abu dhabi, Microsoft and Core42 sign landmark deal for Sovereign cloud system Image Supplied

Abu Dhabi partners with Microsoft, Core42 for sovereign cloud system

The initiative will enhance government services by increasing efficiency, improving accessibility for citizens and residents, creating greater transparency

Quant CEO Ahmed Bukhamseen on reshaping Saudi real estate data

Quant is an AI-powered real estate and location ecosystem working on digitalising real estate data in Saudi Arabia

DeepSeek and the Promethean dilemma: The ethics of open-source AI

DeepSeek and the Promethean dilemma: The ethics of open-source AI

Open-source AI could rapidly bring transformational progress. But we must think of the consequences and prepare accordingly

AIQ secures $340m contract to deploy agentic AI across ADNOC ops

AIQ secures $340m contract to deploy agentic AI across ADNOC ops

The wide-scale deployment of the world’s first large-scale agentic AI solution for the energy sector follows he successful completion of ENERGYai ‘strial phase across ADNOC’s upstream operations

Women in tech: What it takes to thrive and claim your space

Women in tech: What it takes to thrive and claim your space

In the ever-evolving world of technology, women continue to break barriers, drive innovation, and shape the future of the industry. Here, industry trailblazers share their tips on paving the way forward for younger peers in the industry

Comera's Harish Parameswaran on how next-gen platforms are redefining customer experience

Comera’s Harish Parameswaran on how next-gen platforms are redefining customer experience

The VP of Comera Financial Holding shares insights on how Comera is shaping the future of digital connectivity and why localisation remains key to meeting the region’s unique needs

e& life and e& international's Khalifa Al Shamsi on how the company is engineering a new era of digital possibilities for all

e&’s Khalifa Al Shamsi on engineering a new era of digital possibilities 

 The CEO of e& life and e& international, shares how e& is empowering enterprises and communities and shaping a connected, digital and inclusive future 

Insights: Adapting to the age of the eSIM

Insights: Adapting to the age of the eSIM

Here’s why telecom companies must act swiftly to adapt, improve customer journeys, and diversify their services to stay competitive in a changing market

Dubai Metro, Tram launch new integrated system to benefit commuters

Dubai Metro, Tram launch new integrated system to benefit commuters

The RTA has launched the new digital platform In collaboration with Keolis MHI to streamline inspection operations and improve overall efficiency

Huawei

Huawei Cloud unveils AI-native solutions at MWC 2025

Huawei Cloud’s growth outside China has been significant, with the company reporting a more than 50 per cent expansion in 2024.

Fernando Castanheira, CIO at Riverbed Technology on Why businesses must bridge the ‘generational gap’ to align with Saudi's AI ambitions

Why businesses must bridge the ‘generational gap’ to align with Saudi’s AI ambitions

By investing in the right tools, fostering a culture of inclusivity and prioritising education, companies can bridge the generational divide and turn their AI aspirations into reality