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How many of these 30 Generative AI terms do you know?

Test your knowledge As Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve and reshape industries, including media, healthcare, education, and finance, understanding key terminology is crucial for professionals, policymakers, and the general public. In 2025, with technology more integrated into daily life than ever, a foundational grasp of essential AI-related
Vehicle
Automotive BREAKING NEWS Tech

Dubai to begin autonomous vehicle pilot with Uber Technologies and WeRide

Arnold Pinto
Field preparations are currently underway Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Uber Technologies and autonomous vehicle developer WeRide to introduce driverless transport services in the Arabian Gulf emirate. The agreement, signed in Dubai, outlines plans to begin a pilot phase later this year and to launch fully
ChatGPT
BREAKING NEWS Tech

ChatGPT leads global AI referral traffic

Arnold Pinto
As Google faces search disruption   ChatGPT accounts for nearly 80 per cent of all global referrals from AI chatbots to websites, according to new data released by Statcounter. The figures highlight a major shift in how users discover content online, raising questions about the future of traditional web search models.   The study by […]
EVOLVE25
BREAKING NEWS Tech

Cloudera to host EVOLVE25 series worldwide

Arnold Pinto
Including the Middle East region Cloudera’s EVOLVE25 global event series brings together technology leaders, data professionals and policymakers to discuss the future of enterprise AI, data management and analytics. This year’s series, themed ‘Trusted data today for tomorrow’s AI,’ is being held in multiple cities worldwide throughout 2025, with a focus on the practical
Source
BREAKING NEWS Events Tech

UN Open Source Week 2025 to spotlight digital infrastructure challenges and global cooperation

Arnold Pinto
In New York this week The United Nations Open Source Week 2025, scheduled from June 16 to 20 in New York, will bring together governments, developers, and civil society groups to explore how open-source technologies can be utilised to build and enhance digital public infrastructure. Co-hosted by the UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies […]
Jupiter
BREAKING NEWS Tech

Nvidia ensures Jupiter is Europe’s fastest supercomputer for scientific and AI research

Arnold Pinto
And the most energy efficient The European Union has launched its most powerful supercomputer to date, with the Jupiter system now operational at the Jülich Supercomputing Centre in Germany. Built using Nvidia’s Grace Hopper platform, the machine is currently the fastest in Europe and among the top five globally, according to the latest Top500 ranking […]
Amazon
BREAKING NEWS Business Tech

Amazon to invest $20 billion in Pennsylvania AI and data centre expansion

Arnold Pinto
Record investment for US state Amazon will invest at least $20 billion in Pennsylvania to expand its artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure, in what officials in the state have described as the largest private-sector investment in Pennsylvania’s history. The company confirmed that Salem Township and Falls Township will be the initial locations for new
German
Aviation BREAKING NEWS Tech

German Aerospace Center and Diehl Aviation to advance next-generation aircraft technologies

Arnold Pinto
Boost for the aviation industry Germany’s leading aerospace institutions, the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and Diehl Aviation, have signed an open-ended agreement to collaborate on developing technologies aimed at modernising civil aviation. The partnership, confirmed on June 6, 2025, will focus on improving aircraft systems, cabin design and onboard supply systems, as
SAMENA
Interviews Tech

SAMENA CEO Bocar A. BA on intelligent networks, cybersecurity and the future of 5.5G in the region

Arnold Pinto
Encompassing the telecom vertical The SAMENA Telecommunications Council Leaders’ Summit 2025 took centre stage in Dubai on May 26, bringing together influential policymakers, regulators, and ICT industry leaders from across South Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa (SAMENA) region, as well as the global digital ecosystem. This year’s Summit was built around the
Cloudera
Business Tech

Cloudera’s new datasets’ AI visualisation tool is a game-changer for Middle Eastern enterprises

Arnold Pinto
With on-prem deployment Cloudera, a global leader in hybrid data, analytics and AI platforms, has launched a groundbreaking update to its Cloudera Data Visualization solution. Its high-performance AI visualisation tool is now available for on-premises deployment, unlocking secure, enterprise-grade insights across the whole data lifecycle for the first time. The platform
Acer
Gadgets Tech

Acer unveils its Swift X 14 AI Series with RTX 5070 GPUs

OLED displays and creator-first features Acer has introduced two new laptops aimed squarely at content creators and professionals needing serious power on the go. The latest models in the award-winning Swift X line, the Swift X 14 AI and Swift X 14, arrive equipped with next-generation processors, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs, and advanced […]
Stargate
Business Tech

Global tech giants to power Stargate UAE

Arnold Pinto
Next-gen AI infrastructure in Abu Dhabi A consortium of global tech leaders, including OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, SoftBank Group, Cisco, and UAE-based G42, has unveiled plans to build Stargate UAE, a next-generation AI infrastructure based in Abu Dhabi. The facility is expected to revolutionise the global AI landscape and be part of the newly announced UAE-US […]
Security
Aviation Tech Travel

No more removing laptops or liquids from carry-on bags during security check at Dubai Airport

Arnold Pinto
Thanks to AI-powered CT scanners Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the world’s busiest and most influential travel hubs, is stepping into the future with a major overhaul of its security screening systems. In a bold move to enhance security and passenger convenience, DXB is deploying next-generation CT scanners across all its terminals. These scanners […]
Campus
Business Tech

France to get Europe’s largest AI Campus with UAE input

Arnold Pinto
Via global consortium pact Bpifrance, the French national investment bank; MGX, the UAE investment fund focused on AI and advanced technology; Mistral AI, the leader in generative AI; and Nvidia, the world leader in AI computing infrastructure, have announced plans to build Europe’s largest AI Campus in the Paris region. The groundbreaking joint venture, revealed during
Campus
Tech UAE

Abu Dhabi to get the largest AI campus outside the US

Along with advanced Nvidia AI chips In a groundbreaking agreement finalised during US President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, the UAE and the US have signed a deal to establish the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the continental US. The AI mega-project, set to be built in […]