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iPhone 17 Launch: When Will UAE Residents Get the Latest Apple Devices?

News Desk 10/09/2025

Apple has officially unveiled its highly anticipated iPhone 17 lineup, introducing four new models that continue to push the boundaries of the company’s flagship smartphone. Among the highlights is the iPhone Air, billed as Apple’s thinnest device to date. As with previous launches, the latest

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Dubai South Launches Digital Business Hub to Simplify Company Formation

News Desk 08/09/2025

Photo: Dubai Media Office Dubai South has introduced the Dubai South Business Hub (DSBH), a digital first free zone platform aimed at streamlining company formation for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and multinational enterprises. The initiative reflects Dubai’s ongoing commitment to supporting business growth and enhancing the emirate’s reputation as a global investment

Gadgets Tech

Satellite messaging comes to smartwatches in major Qualcomm upgrade

Arnold Pinto 30/08/2025

With Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 and W5 Gen 2 Qualcomm has introduced a new generation of smartwatch chips that enable direct satellite communication, marking a first in wearable technology and potentially reshaping how users stay connected in remote areas with no cellular coverage. The Snapdragon W5+ Gen 2 and W5 Gen 2 platforms were unveiled […]

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Global South AI pact agreed at Vienna summit

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2025

As investment models shift A three-day global summit in Vienna concluded recently with the signing of the Vienna Conference Consensus, a new international agreement aimed at closing the gap in artificial intelligence (AI) development between wealthy nations and the Global South. The consensus, endorsed by representatives from over 80 countries, outlines investment

Business Tech

AI surge pushes the global cloud market past the $400 billion mark

Arnold Pinto 22/08/2025

Amid soaring demand The global cloud infrastructure market is on track to exceed $400 billion in revenue by the end of 2025, driven by surging demand for generative artificial intelligence services and broader enterprise digital transformation. The sharp rise marks a notable acceleration in one of the world’s most lucrative technology sectors. New data from […]

Logistics Tech

New drone rule could accelerate US push for contactless delivery

Arnold Pinto 16/08/2025

In global catch-up A proposed regulation in the United States allowing drones to fly beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) without individual flight waivers could mark a significant shift in global drone delivery standards, with potential implications for the Middle East and Africa’s emerging logistics sector. The rule, announced recently by the Trump administration, would

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Americans are divided over AI as concerns grow around jobs, security, and misinformation

Arnold Pinto 09/08/2025

According to Gallup data Americans remain sharply split over whether artificial intelligence (AI) represents a natural progression in technological innovation or a fundamental risk to society. According to new survey data by Gallup, 49% view AI as a positive tool that humans will learn to use to improve life, while an equal share see it […]

Business Tech

Google launches AI-driven deep search and business calling tools

Arnold Pinto 22/07/2025

Eyes global expansion Google has begun rolling out a new set of advanced artificial intelligence features for its Search platform, introducing deeper research capabilities and AI-powered calling tools for local services. The updates are currently available to premium subscribers in the United States, with broader global access expected in the coming months, potentially

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US races to mass-produce battlefield drones

Arnold Pinto 18/07/2025

Amid global drone arms surge The United States is stepping up efforts to produce and deploy low-cost drones at scale as it faces mounting pressure to match rivals in unmanned warfare, US defence officials have confirmed. Eighteen American-made drone prototypes were displayed at the Pentagon on July 16, 2025, marking a shift toward faster and […]

Automotive Tech

VinFast and Metadome.ai roll out virtual car-buying interface for the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 16/07/2025

Integrating advanced AI and XR tech Vietnam’s electric vehicle maker VinFast has launched a new digital car-buying experience in the Middle East through a partnership with Metadome.ai, a company specialising in artificial intelligence and extended reality technologies. The collaboration aims to transform the way consumers in the region explore and purchase electric

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Dubai puts China’s self-driving vehicles through real-world trials

News Desk 16/07/2025

Ahead of $3m global mobility challenge Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed a series of field evaluations on autonomous transport technologies in China, as part of preparations for the 4th Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport, set to take place from September 24-25, 2025. Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport 2025, which carries a […]

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DHL Supply Chain to invest $742 million in strategic UK automation drive

Arnold Pinto 14/07/2025

Deploying 1,000+ robots DHL Supply Chain is investing $742 million to accelerate the deployment of automation across its logistics operations in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The funding will support a large-scale rollout of over 1,000 robots, aimed at meeting rising demand in e-commerce and life sciences, two sectors identified as key growth areas until […]

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Amazon launches 7 robotics innovations for its logistics hubs

Arnold Pinto 13/07/2025

Beginning with its German facility Amazon has launched a new wave of automation at its logistics hubs, introducing seven robotics systems designed to increase speed, safety and efficiency in parcel handling. The technologies, unveiled at the company’s new Last Mile Innovation Center in Dortmund, Germany, provide a glimpse into the future of delivery stations. The […]

Business Tech

OpenAI set to launch AI-powered browser to disrupt Google Chrome’s global dominance

Arnold Pinto 10/07/2025

Web browsing dynamics to change OpenAI is preparing to roll out its own artificial intelligence-powered web browser in the coming weeks. This development could challenge Google Chrome’s dominance in the global browser market and reshape how users interact with the internet. Three people familiar with the plans told Reuters the browser would integrate AI at […]

Defence & Security Tech

How to blur your house on Google Maps

News Editor 2 09/07/2025

For security and privacy concerns As concerns over home security and digital privacy grow across the Middle East and Africa, security experts are urging residents to take steps to reduce their online visibility. One lesser-known but effective method is to request that Google blur a house on Street View. Street View, a feature of Google […]

Business Tech

The essential SEO glossary for beginners

News Desk 08/07/2025

A simplified guide Starting your journey in SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) can feel overwhelming, especially with the abundance of technical jargon surrounding it. It is not just about improving rankings on Google and other search engines; it is about understanding a complex system of content, code, and connections. That is why we have created this […]

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Do you know? Facebook launches passkey login for mobile devices

Arnold Pinto 04/07/2025

In a security overhaul Facebook users across the Middle East and beyond will soon be able to log into their accounts using passkeys, a digital authentication system designed to replace traditional passwords with a more secure and convenient login method. According to Meta, Facebook’s parent company, the new feature is expected to roll out on […]

Real Estate Tech

Syncrow unveils SyncOS platform to advance smart building systems in GCC

Arnold Pinto 03/07/2025

UAE firm was set up in 2021 UAE-based technology company Syncrow has launched SyncOS, a cloud-based Internet of Things (IoT) platform designed to modernise building management across the Arabian Gulf region, by enabling energy-saving operations and improving building efficiency. The launch comes as regional public and private sector organisations increasingly turn to

Business Tech

WhatsApp launches paid subscriptions and ads in app update

Arnold Pinto 01/07/2025

In phased rollout WhatsApp is introducing paid subscriptions, promoted channels, and advertising within its Updates tab, marking a significant expansion of the platform’s business model while keeping private messaging untouched. The new features will appear only in the Updates tab, which houses both Status posts and Channels. The company stated that the changes are

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Canada orders China’s Hikvision to cease operations in the country

News Desk 30/06/2025

Citing national security concerns The Canadian government has directed Chinese surveillance camera maker Hikvision to cease all operations in Canada, citing national security concerns, according to Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly. Joly, in a post on X late last week, stated that the order followed a “multi-step review” under the Investment Canada Act, which