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Oracle shares up 35%

Huge AI contracts lead to the surge.

ADCB to raise $1.66bn

The rights issue aimed at boosting growth.

EGA H1 revenue $4.11bn

Net profit before GAC $445 million.

Borouge to pay $660m H1 dividend

Its net profit for H1 was $474 million.

TAQA secures $2.31bn loan

It will be utilized in a phased manner.

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....

EU gives accent to landmark rules on artificial intelligence

Brussels, Belgium - The European Union's 27 member states on Friday approved landmark rules on reining in artificial intelligence, passing a key...

Oversight panel will review Facebook VIP system

The so-called "cross-check" or "XCheck" system shields millions of elite users from rules that Facebook claims to apply equally at...
  • Facebook has criticism after former employee Frances Haugen leaked internal studies showing the company knew of potential harm stoked by its sites.
  • Whistleblower's revelations had prompted US lawmakers' to renew a push for regulation.

DEWA signs several digital tech agreements at GITEX 2021 stand

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) signed a slew of MoUs with local and international companies at the ongoing GITEX...
  • The MoU with Etisalat is aimed at speeding up the digital transformation using Etisalat’s MobileHub platform.
  • Digital DEWA subsidiary sInfraX has partnered with WoM Technologies for its planned rollout of the first-ever Low Power Wide Area Network wireless Internet of Things.

Facebook ‘metaverse’ to become reality soon

The technology might, for example, allow someone to don virtual reality glasses that make it feel as if they're face-to-face...
  • The technology might, for example, allow someone to don virtual reality glasses that make it feel as if they're face-to-face with a friend
  • Metaverse enthusiasts point out that the internet is already starting to blur the lines between virtual experiences and "real" ones

Microsoft shuttering LinkedIn in China as rules tighten

The US-based company will replace LinkedIn in China with an application dedicated to applying for jobs but without the networking...
  • LinkedIn was given a deadline by Chinese internet regulators to better oversee content on the site.
  • Aside from being a venue for finding jobs, LinkedIn is a place for exchanges over business developments or news.

Embattled Facebook releases new curbs on harassment

The company has faced a storm of criticism since an ex-worker at the company alleged Facebook put profits before the...
  • The tech giant its range of banned "attacks" on public figures to include a range of sexual or degrading images of their bodies.
  • Facebook also added journalists and human rights defenders to the list of people considered public figures because of their work.

Expo 2020: Accenture enables ideal visitor interface

Accenture created integrated intelligent systems for Expo teams, nations, vendors and supplier, says Angelo Lorusso, the company's MD and Client...
  • Accenture delivers an integrated solution at Expo 2020 Dubai right from designing, implementing, and running the platforms that power hyper-personalized guest experience
  • Accenture supports Expo Live – an innovation and partnership program by teaming up with Smart Labour, a UAE-based Expo Live grantee helping blue-collar workers gain new skills

DEWA, Ireland explore digital technology cooperation

DEWA CEO Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer and Ireland’s Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation at the...
  • This was part of the Irish commercial delegation visit to the Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX)
  • The two parties discussed enhancing cooperation, exchange of experience between DEWA and Irish companies

UAE may open VoIP services to all next year

Mobile phone users in the Gulf country are currently allowed to use the internet-enabled video and audio calls only through...
  • The UAE's telecom regulator is likely to roll out VoIP services for everyone in the country next year
  • This could be either in January 2022 or after Expo 2020, which ends on March 31, 2022

Evorra secures pre-seed investment

Investors include Area Tech Holdings and FirstPartyCapital.
  • The funds will be used to finalize Evorra's B2B SaaS audience marketplace.
  • Evorra offers a solution to the death of third-party cookies so that brands can be custodians of their customer’s marketing data.

Arab News editor-in-chief lauded for newspaper’s digital, global makeover

Japan's ambassador to Saudi Arabia Iwai Fumio has lauded Arab News editor-in-chief Faisal Abbas's efforts in transforming the newspaper into...
  • Faisal Abbas was hosted by Japan's ambassador to Saudi Arabia Iwai Fumio for a commendation reception.
  • In 2019, Arab News became the first pan-Arab media outlet to launch a Japanese edition.

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....

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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...

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...

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...

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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.