Apple under pressure to shine after AI stumble
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Middle East tourism projected to reach $350 billion by 2030: ATM report
Dubai, UAE – The Middle East’s tourism sector is poised for unprecedented expansion, with a new report predicting a 50...
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2025 IT Security Predictions
Cloudflare, a leading connectivity cloud company recently published an Op-Ed by Grant Bourzikas, CSO, tackling IT security predictions for 2025
- Hyper-focus on “digital transformation” over the past few years has left security in the dark
- As disinformation continues to plague society, it will begin to trickle into AI models
All six lines of Riyadh Metro are now operational
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) announced that the phased rollout of Riyadh Metro culminated as of Sunday, Jan....
- The Royal commission announced the operation of three new stations on the Blue Line
- Riyadh Metro users will be received from 6:00 am until 12:00 midnight
Honda and Nissan expected to begin merger talks
Honda and Nissan were poised Monday to announce the start of talks on a merger to help the Japanese giants...
- Their collaboration would create the world's third-largest automaker
- Honda and Nissan's partnership could include a manufacturing tie-up
Hackers stole US$2.2bn in crypto through 2024, Chainalysis Research
Crypto hackers stole US$2.2bn worth of crypto. This amount was a 21 percent yoy increase, the fourth consecutive year they...
- This stolen amount represents a 21 percent year-on-year increase
- Private key compromises accounted for the largest share of stolen crypto in 2024, at 44 percent
Cybersecurity in 2024: From talent shortages to resilience against emerging tech risks
In 2024, cybersecurity remained central, addressing skill gaps and the impact of generative AI. A Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework offered...
- Cybersecurity in 2024 focused on talent gaps, emerging tech, and resilience
- Public-private efforts tackled cybercrime and evolving digital threats
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Fifth France-Arab Summit: Forging partnerships for a sustainable tomorrow
As the world grapples with uncertainty, the summit offers a much-needed space for cooperation and innovation, led by the Franco-Arab...
- The event, under the high patronage of French President Emmanuel Macron, brings together governments, businesses, and visionaries
- By working together, France and the Arab world have the opportunity to shape the future
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AI as the next frontier: Opportunities for channel partners to lead the way
AI offers an infinite number of selling and upselling opportunities. Resellers with the right strategic long-term approach will clearly develop....
- A strategic approach to AI integration is key for channel partners looking to capitalize on the transformative potential of this technology within their service portfolios
- Delivering end-to-end AI solutions in another edge - spanning consulting, implementation, and ongoing support - emphasizes the partners' comprehensive service capabilities
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Saudi Arabia partners with World Bank to launch global knowledge hub in Riyadh
According to World Bank Group President Ajay Banga, “The new Knowledge Hub being created by the World Bank Group and...
- The initiative positions Saudi Arabia as a central player in facilitating the global exchange of transformative ideas
- The agreement was formalized with the signing by World Bank Group President and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Commerce
Software solutions that minimize cost overruns, delays in construction
Project management software solutions have emerged as essential tools to streamline construction operations, enhance efficiency, and improve project delivery. They...
- The construction project management software solutions market reched US$17 billion in 2024
- Leveraging digital tools can lead to 10-20 percent savings on overall project costs
Step into the future of sustainable smart city development
Pavegen, a global kinetic energy company, unveiled its innovative “Solar+” tile in Dubai. This tile harnesses the power of movement,...
- Pavegen tiles have harnessed the power of over 1 billion footsteps in smart cities
- The company aims to bring the price down to sub US$1,000 per sqm in the future
Apple under pressure to shine after AI stumble
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Chinese firms extend EV range with petrol generators
The generator, known as a range extender, is connected to the cars' batteries and feeds them only when needed. Since...
- This technology grew faster in China last year than any other type of powertrain, the system that propels a vehicle forward.
- More than one million EREVs were sold, representing a total market share of six percent, according to the McKinsey consultancy.
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SAIB reports $139 million Q1 net profit
its assets increased by 20.08 percent to $43.65bn.
- The profit growth was driven by a 4.7% year-on-year (YoY) hike in the first-quarter net special commission income, mainly due to higher returns from financing and investment
- Its clients' deposits were valued at SAR 101.66 billion, which is 14.96 percent higher than SAR 88.43 billion a year ago.
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ATM 2025 to showcase 2,800 firms, 17 percent from Middle East
Dubai, UAE: The Arabian Travel Market, which will take place from Apr 28 to May 1 at the Dubai World...
- The event has achieved a near 12 percent year-on-year increase in exhibitor participation, making it the largest edition to date, now spanning 14 halls.
- The 32nd edition of ATM will focus on the theme: “Global Travel: Developing Tomorrow’s Tourism Through Enhanced Connectivity”.