Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is in discussions with UAE authorities to deploy driverless cars and establish a research and development centre, with an announcement anticipated in January.
UAE joins global Bitcoin hashrate competition through government-backed miners
The UAE has officially entered Bitcoin mining with government backing, joining a growing list of nation-states participating in cryptocurrency mining operations.
UAE Cybersecurity Council warns of surge in AI-driven fraud
UAE Cybersecurity Council highlights rising AI-enabled fraud risk, warning that advanced phishing now accounts for over 90 per cent of digital breaches …
Etisalat sells Thuraya stake for $37 million
WASHINGTON — Emirati telecommunications company Etisalat has sold its 28 percent stake in satellite operator Thuraya to fellow Emirati satellite operator YahSat for $37 million. Etisalat, which helped …
Dewa wins ‘Innovative Power Technology of the Year’ award at Asian Power Awards 2025
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has won the ‘Innovative Power Technology of the Year – UAE’ award at the Asian Power Awards 2025, one of …
Dubai satellite launch delayed, new date announced
The launch of DMSat-1 has been postponed until Sunday, due to a surge in voltage, the Russian space agency Roscosmos has announced. The Dubai Municipality and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre …
Dubai’s striking O-14 development has solid solar credentials
Dubai can lay claim to some of the world’s most outlandish buildings with more on the way, and many are also at the forefront of innovation in eco- and- environmentally friendly design. Joining their …
Why Saudi, UAE are becoming the world’s next AI heavyweights
From agentic systems and physical AI to sovereign models built around national priorities, the two Gulf economies are emerging as central players …
53 operators in 29 African countries launch 5G in 2025
Africa’s 5G rollout has reached a significant milestone, with 53 operators across 29 countries now offering commercial 5G services as …
flydubai turns to AI-driven technology to sharpen ground operations
New partnership with ZestIoT aims to improve turnaround efficiency, collaboration and passenger experience as the airline continues to expand …
Semicon Summit – Dubai 2025 Showcases Engineering Depth and Real-World Collaboration, Positioning the UAE as a Rising Semiconductor Hub
The inaugural Semicon Summit – Dubai 2025 concluded successfully, establishing itself as a working, engineering-driven platform for the semiconductor ec …
Etisalat acquires 50% stake in West African mobile operator Atlantique Telecom
20 April 2005Deal gives Corporation 10-year management contract for operations in six countriesAbu Dhabi – Emirates Telecommunications Corporation (Etisalat) today announced that it had entered into a …
Etisalat acquires 50% stake in West African mobile operator Atlantique Telecom
20 April 2005Deal gives Corporation 10-year management contract for operations in six countriesAbu Dhabi – Emirates Telecommunications Corporation (Etisalat) today announced that it had entered into a …
Etisalat Answers BlackBerry Subscriber Queries
BlackBerry Unlimited Global Plan Keeps Users Constantly Connected During Travel Without any Additional Fees Costs of BlackBerry Messenger included in package Abu Dhabi, July 1, 2009: Etisalat today …
Dubai Future Foundation backs 26 research projects under Dubai RDI Grant Initiative
Dubai: Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced its support for 26 research projects led by 14 universities and academic institutions in Dubai, marking the conclusion of the second cycle of Dubai …
R.Evolution reveals its 2nd project, Eywa Way of Water, Dubai Water Canal
Eywa Way of Water comprises of an exclusive collection of 65 private residences, each crafted with the precision of luxury design and the philosophy of conscious living. R.Evolution reveals its 2nd …
PROMISE Technology to showcase AI-Ready Storage Infrastructure for Smart City and IVA Surveillance at Intersec Dubai 2026
At Intersec Dubai 2026, PROMISE Technology will present live demonstrations of storage systems engineered for the performance demands of AI-driven Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) surveillance …