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TomTom cuts 300 jobs

The firm said it was realigning its organization as it embraces AI.

Aldar nets $953m in sales at Fahid

Aldar said 42 percent of the buyers are under the age of 45.

Qualcomm to Alphawave for $2.4 bn

The deal makes Alphawave the latest tech company to depart London.

Equinor signs $27 bn gas deal

The 10-year contract was signed with Centrica.

ADNOC Drilling secures $1.15bn contract

The contract for two jack-up rigs begins in the second quarter.

Israeli president tells Musk he has ‘huge role’ in anti-Semitism fight

The meeting came after the world's richest person visited a kibbutz community devastated in attacks by Hamas fighters on October...
  • Earlier Monday, Netanyahu and Musk discussed "security aspects of artificial intelligence" with senior defense officials, the Prime Minister's Office said
  • Netanyahu told Musk he hoped to resume normalization talks with Saudi Arabia after Hamas's defeat and "expand the circle of peace beyond anything imaginable."

Sam Altman’s return ushers in new era at OpenAI

The five-day saga began on Friday, when Altman was abruptly sacked by the board for reasons that are still unclear....
  • The board that fired Altman from his role as CEO of the ChatGPT creator has been almost replaced following a rebellion by employees
  • The sole survivor in the boardroom in the new Altman era is Adam D'Angelo, the CEO of question-and-answer site Quora

AI transforms office roles and enhances productivity

Artificial intelligence automates tasks and boosts capabilities, leading to transformative changes in job roles, productivity, and staff engagement dynamics.
  • Artificial intelligence automates tasks and boosts capabilities, leading to transformative changes in job roles, productivity, and staff engagement dynamics.
  • Chatbots and virtual assistants are set to enhance employee experience and workplace efficiency, while companies shift focus to outcome-based performance.

Internet out: India deploys shutdowns in name of security

New Delhi, India - With the world's largest biometric ID database, a pioneering digital payment system for daily transactions and a...
  • India, the world's largest democracy, with general elections due next year, is also a global leader in internet shutdowns, according to Access Now
  • "Of the 187 internet shutdowns it recorded worldwide last year, 84 were in India, the "most of any country for the fifth consecutive year", it said

Solutions+, EIH sign MoU

The pact will help in creating job opportunities in the UAE.
  • The pact outlines a strategic cooperation that contributes to supporting and developing closer ties between the two companies.
  • The agreement will help improve efficiency in Business Process Outsourcing, Digital Management and Facility Management.

Does Anghami and OSN+ collab make financial sense?

A first of its kind in the region, the combination will offer consumers digital services of the best and latest...
  • The OSN Group will invest in Anghami at a valuation of $3.65 per share, 3.9x the stock's average price for the past month.
  • The combined entity will bring together over 120 million registered users and will be one of MENA’a largest streaming platforms.

OpenAI announces Sam Altman to return as CEO

In a letter released to media, the vast majority of the company's 770-strong staff suggested they would follow Altman unless...
  • OpenAI's board sacked Altman last week, with Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella announcing soon after he was hiring Altman
  • But in the fast-moving sequence of events, Altman said Tuesday he had the support of Nadella for his return as OpenAI's CEO

AI, Industry 4.0 transform Middle East manufacturing

"As we look ahead, the manufacturing landscape is set to continue evolving, navigating through the VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and...
  • Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt spearhead the Middle East's manufacturing growth, harnessing AI and Industry 4.0 to revolutionize their economic landscape.
  • In 2024, Middle Eastern manufacturers will focus on smart manufacturing, AI-enhanced supply chains, and digital ecosystems, driving sustainable growth in a pivotal year.

OpenAI faces leadership crisis as staff threaten to follow Altman to Microsoft 

This mass discontent follows the unexpected dismissal of OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman, whose leadership in AI advancements like ChatGPT has...
  • This mass discontent follows the unexpected dismissal of OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman, whose leadership in AI advancements like ChatGPT has been crucial.
  • Reports had also been circulating that Altman is planning to launch a new AI venture and announcement was expected as soon as this weekend

Adoption of electric vehicles in US face infrastructure hurdles

NEW YORK, US - The US transition to electric cars has hit a speed bump, with concerns about vehicle range and...
  • Automakers in recent weeks have pushed back EV sales targets and delayed capital projects as they seek to reduce inventories of unsold EVs at dealerships.
  • The network of EV charging stations in the US remains dodgy, with many areas either lacking infrastructure or equipped with unreliable machines

Women in Tech Global and UN Women launch “Beyond Ceilings” campaign on women’s empowerment 

The "Beyond Ceilings" campaign urges people to confront and challenge the glass ceiling, and reminds the audience of the vast possibilities that await women once they overcome...

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AI entity is Board Observer in IHC

IHC is a pioneer in leveraging AI for decision-making.

MENA ups cybersecurity ante to combat GenAI risks

With GenAI emerging as a new frontier for cyber threats, and stricter data privacy laws coming into effect, organizations are...

Saudi media ministry and Google join forces for digital transformation

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Ministry of Media and Google have joined forces in a strategic collaboration aimed at driving...

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Starlink satellites approved for use in Israel and Gaza

Access to reliable, high-speed internet will "enable potentially life-saving medical consultations via real-time video calling," UAE Foreign Ministry spokesperson Afra...
  • Under the deal, Starlink will support internet access at an Emirati-run field hospital in Rafah, with further expansion in the besieged territory subject to Israeli approval
  • Starlink low latency high speed connections will enable video conferencing with other hospitals and real-time remote diagnostics," Israeli Minister of Communications said

Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks

While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
  • Social engineering exploits individual vulnerabilities, using human nature to gain the unauthorized access.
  • Heightened emotions, such as those around Valentine’s Day, can make individuals more susceptible to cyberattacks.

solutions by stc, Devoteam ink MoU

The aim is to foster avenues for collaboration in technology.
  • The pact follows and builds upon the acquisition by solutions of a 40 percent stake in Devoteam Middle East.
  • The collaboration also aims to combine the experience and resources of the parties for mutual benefit.