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Middle East
The GCC and broader Middle East.
AI & ML
Saudi Arabia Showcases Vision 2030 Progress at WEF Davos
Saudi Arabia hosted high-level delegates at WEF 2026, highlighting Vision 2030 initiatives, AI and digital infrastructure investments, advanced manufacturing, health collaborations, and u
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Riyadh Air and Huawei Partner on Smart Aviation
Riyadh Air has signed an MoU with Huawei to build a next-generation digital ecosystem, enhancing booking, loyalty, and travel experiences.
AI & ML
MBZUAI Opens Applications for First Ph.D. Cohort in Human-Computer Interaction
MBZUAI has opened applications for its first Ph.D. cohort in Human-Computer Interaction, starting Fall 2026.
AI & ML
Snowflake Launches AI Data Cloud on AWS UAE Region
Snowflake has made its AI Data Cloud generally available on AWS’s UAE region, enabling secure, low-latency, AI-powered data insights while supporting data residency, governance, and enter
AI & ML
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botim Integrates Microsoft Azure Voice AI to Advance Fintech Experience
Astra Tech’s botim has integrated Microsoft Azure’s Voice Live API, enabling real-time voice AI for seamless communication and fintech services, reinforcing its evolution into a fintech-f
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ADSM Partners with Saal.ai to Embed AI in Executive Leadership
Abu Dhabi School of Management collaborates with Saal.ai to integrate AI-driven decision intelligence into management education, equipping future leaders with data-powered tools to enhanc
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Doha Climate Talks Highlight Sustainable Finance and AI-Driven Environmental Solutions
Msheireb Museums, Earthna, and the German Embassy Doha hosted the second session of the Doha Climate Talks at Bin Jelmood House, focusing on financial approaches that promote climate-cons
AI & ML
MBZUAI Launches AI-Powered Digital Advisory Hub to Boost Global Food Security
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, in collaboration with the UAE Presidential Court and the Gates Foundation, has launched a pioneering digital advisory hub for agri
Blockchain
Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol Launches First Tokenized Energy Transition Asset in Abu Dhabi
Sustainable Bitcoin Protocol (SBP) completed the first transaction of its SBP token on Coinbase Project Diamond within ADGM, linking bitcoin mining to verified clean energy and creating a
Blockchain
botim Money and Binance Explore UAE Crypto Access
botim money and Binance signed an MoU to explore providing secure, compliant digital asset access for UAE users.
Qwacks Secures SAR 1.8M to Advance Saudi Gaming Tech
Qwacks, a Saudi gaming technology startup, has raised SAR 1.8M in pre-seed funding from Merak Capital to scale its unified platform for backend services, AI-driven playtesting, and market
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Property Finder Awards 2025 Celebrate UAE Real Estate Excellence
The Property Finder Awards 2025 gathered top UAE real estate leaders at the Armani Hotel to honour outstanding agencies, agents, developers, and proptech innovators, spotlighting excellen
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Fikra Ventures Partners with Hub71 to Build AI Startups in Abu Dhabi
Fikra Ventures joins Hub71 as a venture studio, creating AI-native startups in-house and forming joint ventures with global AI companies, accelerating commercialisation and scaling from A
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AI Academy Opens Applications for Second Chief AI Officer Cohort
The AI Academy launches its second Executive Program for Chief AI Officer, training senior leaders from government and industry in responsible AI governance, large-scale deployment, and s
Cybersecurity
HID Showcases Next-Gen Security Solutions at Intersec Dubai 2026
HID highlights advanced access control, mobile credentials, and passwordless authentication at Intersec Dubai 2026, reinforcing its leadership in cyber-resilient, user-centric security so
Arab Energy Fund Secures Panda Bond Approval in China
The Arab Energy Fund becomes the first MENA multilateral institution approved to issue RMB-denominated Panda Bonds, enhancing funding diversification, fostering China-MENA capital market
AI & ML
WeRide and Uber Launch Driverless Robotaxis in Abu Dhabi
WeRide and Uber have launched Level 4 fully driverless Robotaxi operations in Abu Dhabi, the first outside the U.S.
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