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12/11/2025

The UAE has launched its national 6G initiative, aiming to deliver ultra-fast, AI-powered networks up to 500 times faster than 5G. This ambitious project will enable futuristic technologies like holographic communication, autonomous transportation, and smart cities, positioning the UAE as a global leader in next-generation connectivity and digital innovation.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially unveiled its national 6G initiative, marking a bold leap toward the next generation of wireless technology.

11/11/2025

Egypt is set to become a major AI hub with the launch of AI Everything MEA Egypt 2026, bringing global tech leaders, investors, and policymakers to Cairo. Scheduled for February 2026, the event will showcase AI innovations, foster startup growth, and promote responsible AI deployment across the Middle East and Africa, positioning Egypt as a key player in the region’s digital transformation.

A major milestone for artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East and Africa has been set in motion as global AI leaders, government officials, and

10/11/2025

Global tech giants are offering millions of Indians free access to AI tools, including ChatGPT’s new low-cost ‘Go’ version, as they aim to capture the country’s vast, tech-savvy market. By partnering with major telecom operators, companies like OpenAI, Google, and Perplexity gain valuable user data while raising questions about privacy and regulation in India’s rapidly growing digital landscape.

Millions of Indians are now gaining free access to powerful artificial intelligence tools as global tech companies race to capture the country’s massive

07/11/2025

Saudi Arabia is set to make a major impact at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, as Invest Saudi showcases the Kingdom’s $14.9 billion investment in technology and its fast-growing digital economy, projected to hit $76 billion by 2030. Backed by Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia aims to position itself as a global hub for AI, e-commerce, and innovation, featuring key participants like SILZ, the Quality of Life Program, and the National Cybersecurity Authority.
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06/11/2025

Quantum technology, built on the puzzling principles of quantum mechanics, has the potential to revolutionize science and computing. While AI dominates today’s tech landscape with rapid growth and practical applications, quantum’s true power remains largely untapped. Experts see huge potential—especially if combined with AI—but caution that widespread impact is still years away. Both sectors are booming, but also come with hype and uncertainty.

There’s a saying in the tech world: when it comes to quantum technology, you can either explain it correctly or make it easy to understand but rarely both. Quantum mechanics, the foundation of quantum technology, is one of the most complex and puzzling areas of science, involving particles that be...

05/11/2025

Microsoft and G42 are expanding their strategic partnership with a $15.2 billion investment to accelerate the UAE’s digital transformation. The collaboration includes a 200MW data center expansion by Khazna Data Centers, enhancing Microsoft Azure’s sovereign cloud capabilities and advancing AI innovation, cybersecurity, and digital skills development, with operations expected to begin by the end of 2026.

Microsoft and G42 have announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership to accelerate the UAE’s digital transformation.

04/11/2025

Google has pulled public access to its AI model Gemma after it falsely generated serious allegations against US Senator Marsha Blackburn and others. Originally intended for developers, the model's misuse by general users led to the spread of fabricated claims, raising concerns over AI-generated misinformation and prompting calls for stronger safeguards in AI deployment.

The controversy arose when the model was asked whether Blackburn had ever been accused of r**e.

03/11/2025

The Middle East is rapidly advancing its digital and AI infrastructure, led by major initiatives like Qatar’s “Smart Qatar 2030” with DELL, Oman’s smart hydrogen energy network with HPE, and Bahrain’s AI-powered government services project. Global tech giants including NVIDIA, DELL, and HPE are investing billions in regional partnerships, R&D centers, and talent development, cementing the region as a fast-growing hub for smart energy, digital governance, and AI innovation.

Furthering its AI ambitions, the Qatar Foundation for Research, Development and Innovation has teamed up with NVIDIA to launch the "Middle East AI Innovation

31/10/2025

United Arab Bank (UAB) has launched the UAB Jaywan Prepaid Card, a major step in the UAE’s journey toward a cashless, digitally empowered economy. Developed in collaboration with Network International, IDEMIA Secure Transactions, and Al Etihad Payments (AEP), the card supports the UAE’s national Payments Transformation strategy, enabling secure, locally processed transactions. Designed for everyday convenience and financial inclusion, it offers users a reliable, budget-friendly way to manage digital payments while reinforcing the nation’s financial sovereignty and innovation goals.

United Arab Bank (UAB) has officially introduced the UAB Jaywan Prepaid Card, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s ongoing digital payments

30/10/2025

Samsung Gulf Electronics strengthened its support for the UAE’s digital future by hosting an immersive AI and robotics workshop during UAE Codes 2025 at Coders HQ, Dubai. Under the theme “Coding in Action: Artificial Intelligence & Robotics,” the event empowered youth with hands-on experience in building and programming intelligent robots. In collaboration with the UAE’s National Program for Coders, Samsung’s initiative aligns with the UAE AI Strategy 2031, nurturing the next generation of innovators and tech leaders through practical learning, future-ready skills, and a shared vision for a knowledge-based economy.

Samsung Gulf Electronics reinforced its commitment to developing the UAE’s next generation of technology leaders with an immersive AI and robotics workshop

28/10/2025

In a landmark move to deepen the US-UAE technological partnership, Cisco and G42 have announced an expanded collaboration to build a secure and sovereign AI infrastructure in the Emirates. This initiative, a key part of the US-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership, will see Cisco power and secure G42's large-scale AI cluster using AMD's latest GPUs. The project aims to close the UAE's AI readiness gap and establish a global benchmark for responsible AI innovation, positioning the nation as a leader in the AI-driven economy.

“AMD is proud to partner with Cisco and G42 to power the next generation of AI infrastructure in the UAE,” Su noted. “Our AMD Instinct MI350X accelerators

27/10/2025

A recent summit at the American University of Sharjah, held in collaboration with Peking University, highlighted the deepening economic partnership between the UAE and China. The event brought together over 500 leaders and academics to explore new opportunities in trade, energy, and technology, aligning with the UAE's Economic Vision 2031. Expert panels focused on advancing cooperation in new energy and AI-driven manufacturing, while speakers unanimously emphasized that academic and educational partnerships are vital bridges for fostering innovation, sustainable growth, and long-term strategic ties between the two nations.

The AUS–PKU Summit was jointly organized by the AUS Office of External Affairs, the Department of International Studies, and the School of Business