DUBAI, 21st July, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Municipality has announced a major advancement in its household water quality and safety testing system through the adoption of advanced artificial intelligence …
Dubai Municipality uses AI to test water quality at homes
The municipality uses AI to test household water for bacteria like E. coli, cutting testing times to protect public health across the emirate …
Biometric AI border control launches at Dubai airport
Biometric AI border control launches at Dubai airport – clearing passengers in 3.4 seconds – Immigration can be cleared without presenting a passport or boarding pass …
UAE provides solar-powered health centres to help more than 200,000 people in India
Project supports remote communities in Karnataka …
The UAE’s Dubai Future District Fund backs US-based MetaProp to advance the Middle East’s proptech ecosystem
The UAE’s Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) has partnered with the US-based MetaProp—one of the world’s most active and specialized venture capital (VC) firms investing in proptech—through an …
Dtec partners with JetBrains to accelerate AI innovation among UAE startups
DUBAI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest co-working and tech startup an hub in the region and an initiative of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority …
Mobily to pay $266m dividend as Hajj drives up revenue
Saudi Arabia’s Etihad Etisalat Company (Mobily) has approved a dividend payment for the first half of 2026 after a rise in profit and revenue. The dividend payout will exceed SAR1 billion ($266 …
CIA operative helped UAE secure access to advanced US AI technology amid fears of China links
Jonny Gannon, a former CIA operative working on the UAE, went from probing G42’s links with China to a role helping Abu Dhabi meet Washington’s security demands, The Wall Street Journal reported.
‘Dubai is natural partner for Indian startups’ global ambitions’
Nader Al Bastaki, Managing Director at Dubai Future District Fund, says Dubai offers a market that is genuinely international in its customer base …
Elchai Group builds a human-governed AI workflow from Dubai
Elchai Group, a Dubai-based holding company, is building its operations around a simple principle: AI should prepare w …
US eases AI exports to UAE over investment, military support
The U.S. government has abruptly shifted its core criteria for export controls on advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology from “national security” to “practical benefits and military …
Huawei reclaims premium ground with Pura 90s launch in Dubai
Huawei has officially lifted the curtain on its new Pura 90s Series, reintroducing 5G connectivity to its international flagship lineup after years of 4G‑only global releases. The move will be …
UAE-based Maalexi secures US$2.8 million to transform agricultural trade
UAE-based agri-fintech startup Maalexi has landed US$2.8 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by KSA-listed insurer Tawuniya, with participation from UAE-based venture capital firm Global …
UAE Rewarded with US AI Chips after Joining Military Aggression on Iran – WSJ
The United States granted the UAE expanded access to advanced AI technology after Abu Dhabi supported Washington’s aggression on Iran.
Dubai Future Foundation unveils new edition of The Global 50 report spotlighting emerging opportunities
Dubai Future Foundation launches the fifth Global 50 foresight report, highlighting 50 emerging opportunities across technology, health, energy and sustainability to guide long-term decision-making …
Digital Dubai and Emirates Group deepen collaboration on shared digital platforms
Agreement will give Emirates Group access to Dubai’s expanding ecosystem of digital services, data capabilities and shared platforms as the emirate pushes towards a more integrated, AI-enabled digital …
Dubai rolls out free Wi-Fi across public bus stations
Your commute just got a major upgrade. Free Wi-Fi is now live across Dubai’s bus and marine stations, so whether you’re catching up on your group chat, planning …