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American University of Sharjah Launches World’s Only UNESCO Chair for Arabic Language, AI and Digital Heritage

News Editor 19/10/2026

Photo Credit:WAM The American University of Sharjah (AUS) has partnered with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to establish the world’s only UNESCO Chair dedicated to Arabic Language, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Heritage. The

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Anthropic warns small AI models could self-replicate on IoT devices by year-end

News Editor 13/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has warned that smaller AI models could be only months away from gaining the ability to autonomously replicate across commercial Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, raising new cybersecurity and containment concerns. The company said increasingly capable AI systems could potentially spread across devices such as

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3rd Global Islamic FinTech Forum 2026 to Be Held in Dubai, UAE

News Editor 09/10/2026

AlHuda CIBE Unites Global FinTech and Islamic Finance Leaders to Shape the Future of Digital Islamic Finance Dubai, UAE – September 29, 2026 – AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking and Economics is pleased to announce the 3rd Global Islamic FinTech Forum 2026, scheduled to take place on November 5, 2026, in Dusit Thani Hotel, Dubai, […]

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NYU Abu Dhabi develops new algorithm to improve Arctic sea ice forecasts

News Editor 08/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have developed a new forecasting algorithm capable of predicting Arctic sea ice extent up to nine months in advance, potentially helping scientists better understand climate changes with global consequences. The new method, called the Random Analogue Predictor (RAP), was developed by researchers at the Mubadala Arabian Centre

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Microsoft Unveils AI Coding Model Designed to Run on Personal Computers

News Editor 08/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Microsoft has unveiled a new artificial intelligence coding model capable of running directly on personal computers, as the technology giant looks to expand the role of Windows devices in handling advanced AI workloads. The company introduced the model on Wednesday at an event in San Francisco, alongside a new security technology designed […]

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TRENDS Hosts AI Workshop, Signs Research Cooperation MoU with Abu Dhabi Agricultural Club

News Editor 07/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM TRENDS Research & Advisory has strengthened its focus on artificial intelligence and knowledge cooperation through an AI workshop and a new Memorandum of Understanding signed during Ai Everything Abu Dhabi at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The research institution, an affiliate of TRENDS Group, organised the workshop in collaboration with the UAE Public […]

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TII Launches Falcon-Emirati and New AI Models to Advance Arabic Language Technology

News Editor 07/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM ABU DHABI – The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has launched three artificial intelligence models designed to strengthen the representation of Emirati Arabic and expand Arabic AI capabilities across language, speech and document processing. The new models include

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DMT, Siemens Partner to Advance Digital Urban Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi

News Editor 02/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The DDMT, Siemens Partner to Advance Digital Urban Infrastructure in Abu Dhabi epartment of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Siemens to strengthen digital urban infrastructure, municipal data capabilities, utilities and intelligent mobility across Abu Dhabi. The agreement was signed during the

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Dubai Electronic Security Centre launches ‘Don’t Get Played’ cybersecurity campaign

News Editor 01/10/2026

Photo Credit: WAM The Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) has launched “Don’t Get Played”, a month-long cybersecurity awareness campaign aimed at helping the public identify scams and respond more safely to suspicious digital activity. Running throughout October as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the campaign encourages residents to follow a simple rule before

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Burjeel Holdings launches AI-powered Cath Labs in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah

News Editor 25/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Burjeel Holdings has launched new AI-powered Cath Labs at Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi and Burjeel Specialty Hospital in Sharjah, strengthening its capabilities in complex cardiovascular and image-guided procedures. The new facilities are equipped with Siemens Healthineers’ ARTIS icono.vision platform, which integrates artificial intelligence,

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Khazna Data Centres and Siemens Sign MoU to Advance Next-Generation AI Data Centre Technologies

News Editor 15/09/2026

Photo Credit : WAM Khazna Data Centres and Siemens have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore advanced technologies and infrastructure solutions designed to support the next generation of artificial intelligence data centres. The agreement was signed during the UAE-Germany Business Forum in Munich and outlines several areas of potential cooperation, including

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Apple unveils its first-ever folding phone: iPhone Duo

Miguel Hadchity 09/09/2026

Dubai, UAE — Sept. 2026 — Apple kicked off a new era on September 9, 2026, with its “Surprise and Shine” event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Cupertino — the first keynote headlined by new CEO John Ternus, who officially took over from Tim Cook on September 1. Cook made a brief cameo to […]

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Dubai Future Week set for November 18-21, 2026

News Editor 02/09/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai Future Week will take place from November 18 to 21, 2026, following directives from H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation. Organised by Dubai Future Foundation, the event […]

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Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO ahead of ‘Surprise and Shine’ event and rumored foldable iPhone

Miguel Hadchity 01/09/2026

Photo Credit: Apple Dubai, UAE – Sept. 2026 – After 15 years leading the world’s most valuable technology company, Tim Cook has officially stepped down as CEO of Apple, closing out one of the most consequential tenures in the company’s history. Monday, August 31, was Cook’s final day in the role; John Ternus, Apple’s longtime […]

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LEAP 2026 opens in Riyadh with four days of tech, AI and robotics

Miguel Hadchity 31/08/2026

Dubai, UAE — August 2026 — LEAP 2026, one of the world’s largest technology events, opens in Riyadh today for its fifth edition. The four-day event will run across 16 stages and more than 20 content tracks, covering AI, computing, mobility, gaming and sport. Artificial intelligence will be a central theme throughout, tying into Saudi […]

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TDRA Grants Starlink 10-Year Licence for Satellite Internet Services in UAE

News Editor 28/08/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has granted Starlink Satellite Communications LLC a 10-year General Space Services Licence to establish, operate and manage a public satellite communications network in the UAE. The licence authorises Starlink to provide broadband satellite internet services to individual

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Okta Etihad: The Ultimate Login & Access Guide

Saba Malik 22/08/2026

For Etihad Airways, Okta provides a practical login and access path for employees, partners, training users, and internal system users, helping them reach workplace access, training access, and secure business portals through authentication. Understanding the correct login route makes Okta Etihad easier to use, especially when Login using OKTA is required for Okta

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Saudi Arabia Poised to Become Major Global Exporter of Computing Power, DataVolt CEO Says

News Editor 19/08/2026

Saudi Arabia could become one of the world’s largest exporters of computing power and artificial intelligence services within the next eight to 10 years, according to DataVolt CEO Rajit Nanda. Nanda said the Kingdom has the potential to build a global position in computing comparable to its status as a leading oil exporter. DataVolt’s strategy […]

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UAEU’s National Space Science and Technology Centre successfully launches SEO satellite

News Editor 17/08/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The National Space Science and Technology Centre (NSSTC) at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has announced the successful launch of the SEO satellite from China. The satellite was carried aboard a Long March 2C rocket from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre, marking another milestone in the UAE’s efforts to expand its […]

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UAE statistics programme to boost data-driven decision-making

News Editor 24/07/2026

Photo Credit : WAM The UAE’s newly approved National Programme for Developing the Statistics System will strengthen the country’s use of data as a strategic national asset, according to Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment at Digital Dubai. Al Nasser said the programme would support evidence-based policymaking, future planning