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Tesla sales tumble in Europe in Q1

The company suffered from boycotts against the policies of Elon Musk.

Ford’s US Q1 auto sales dip

But its Q1 figures exceed a forecast by Edmunds

Vanke reports annual loss of $6.8 bn

The property giant attributes loss to falling sales and shrinking profit.

Goldwind 2024 revenue up 12.5%

The clean energy giant posted $7.8bn in revenue for 2024.

Emaar to pay $2.39bn dividend

The company had posted $19bn in property sales for 2024.

GenAI set to bridge cybersecurity skills gap by 2028

As GenAI narrows cybersecurity skills gap, organizations will prioritize aptitude over specialized education, adapting hiring practices to meet demands of...

Modon inks 2 MoUs with Saudi Exports, Local Content Authority

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (Modon) has signed two memorandums of understanding...
  • The MoU with the development authority entails exchange of expertise in industrial cities management and provision of logistic services and solutions.
  • Modon’s MoU with LCGPA aims to achieve integration of local content in industrial cities, exchange experience and practices in institutional innovation.

Archer to launch its all-electric air taxi service across UAE

ABU DHABI, UAE - Archer Aviation on Tuesday announced that it has entered into an agreement with Abu Dhabi Investment...
  • ADIO plans to support Archer in establishing its first international headquarters and manufacturing facilities in the SAVI Cluster in Abu Dhabi.
  • Archer’s Center of Excellence will focus on developing and implementing next-generation aviation technologies.

Red Sea Global builds largest off-grid EV charging network in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Red Sea Global (RSG), the multi-project developer behind the world’s most ambitious regenerative tourism destinations, Amaala...
  • The network includes more than 150 charging stations spread across phase one of The Red Sea destination area.
  • The stations are placed to keep RSG’s initial fleet of 80 electric Lucid and Mercedes vehicles charged and on the road.

Artificial intelligence key focus as GITEX 2023 begins

GITEX, Dubai's premier tech event, kicks off its 43rd "Technology Week" at the Dubai World Trade Center, spotlighting the latest...
  • With each passing year, GITEX has consistently exceeded expectations, offering a glimpse into the next frontier of technological evolution
  • The event also supports technology startups and displays the latest inventions and advanced innovations in information technology from various parts of the world

Gaza becomes a dangerous ground for journalists

Amidst the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict, an alarming number of journalists have been killed, injured, or missing, underscoring the importance of...
  • Amidst the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict, an alarming number of journalists have been killed, injured, or missing, underscoring the importance of ensuring their safety
  • Amid the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict, ensuring the safety of journalists is paramount, as the world depends on their reporting to grasp the crisis's complexities

Al Etihad Payments partners with NIPL to develop UAE Domestic Card Scheme

ABU DHABI, UAE – Al Etihad Payments (AEP), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE), and...
  • To be launched in early 2024, the card scheme will aim to facilitate the growth of e-commerce and digital transactions in the UAE.
  • It will bolster financial inclusion, support the nation’s digitization, increase alternative payment options and enhance the UAE’s competitiveness.

GCC’s digital leadership puts focus on cybersecurity

As GCC leads in digital innovations, there's an urgent need for strong cybersecurity to combat increasingly complex threats targeting governments,...
  • As GCC leads in digital innovations, there's an urgent need for strong cybersecurity to combat increasingly complex threats targeting governments, businesses, and individuals
  • Emad Fahmy of NETSCOUT sheds light on the evolving cyber threats and the importance of a holistic approach to digital transformation, advising ways to safeguard digital frontiers

Dubai Customs strengthens partnerships with courier firms to expand e-commerce

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Customs recently convened an extensive meeting with the courier and express shipping companies, aimed at bolstering...
  • Dubai Customs unveiled its cutting-edge e-commerce project, strategically leveraging blockchain technology to streamline supply chain operations.
  • It also addressed all queries from participating companies and shared insights into the department's systems in this context.

People marvel at ancient Iraq in new ‘Assassin’s Creed’ game

The central character, pickpocket turned master assassin Basim, speaks classical Arabic in "Assassin's Creed Mirage",.
  • In the game, the hooded and stealthy hero fights his way through an ancient maze of alleyways, souks and rooftops.
  • The entire scene in the game has been rendered in loving detail with what its creators say is the help of historical sources.

AI of the tiger: Tiny camera ‘protects’ predator and people

Experts from Clemson University in South Carolina and several NGOs published research last month on their work using AI-enabled cameras...
  • The camera system called TrailGuard can distinguish between tigers and other species and relay images to park rangers or villagers within seconds, research said
  • The project, called Wildlife Insights, automates the process of identifying species and labelling images, saving many hours of laborious work for researchers

GenAI set to bridge cybersecurity skills gap by 2028

As GenAI narrows cybersecurity skills gap, organizations will prioritize aptitude over specialized education, adapting hiring practices to meet demands of...

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Rise of GenAI boosts phishing threats during holidays

The sophistication of GenAI-driven phishing attacks requires robust security, including advanced DDoS protection and proactive cyber resilience strategies, says an...

Over 70 percent of musicians fear AI, says French-German study

PARIS, FRANCE - More than two-thirds of musicians fear that artificial intelligence will make it impossible to make a living, according...

Dubai RTA awards US$95m contract to upgrade ticketing system   

DUBAI, UAE - Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract to upgrade the existing nol (card-based ticketing...

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Cisco identifies major AI trends for 2024

DUBAI, UAE – Developments in Artificial intelligence (AI) have been impacting businesses, governments and economies across the world. Advancements in...
  • The Cisco index focuses on what organizations can do to adopt AI in 2024.
  • It also says how innovators can leverage that technology to remain competitive.

Vodafone Qatar 2023 profit up

The 2023 net profit of Vodafone Qatar increased to $148 million.
  • Vodafone Qatar’s net profit for the nine months ending September 2023 reached US$107 million.
  • This reflects a growth of 17.3 percent compared to the same period in 2022, mainly driven by higher EBITDA.

Hub71-backed ABHI to set up global headquarters in Abu Dhabi

DUBAI, UAE - With support from the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), Hub71-backed ABHI, an embedded finance platform founded in...
  • ABHI is working with Abu Dhabi Investment Office as it scales up its operations to capture growth opportunities in emerging markets.
  • ADIO provides a range of support to the FinTech company, including incentives and connections to the Abu Dhabi ecosystem.