The technology was reportedly sent from Shanghai to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas aboard the Chinese container ship Zhong Gu Yin Chuan.
Iran built its drone arsenal using Chinese satellite tech, smuggled via the UAE it later attacked
FT investigation says Iran’s Revolutionary Guards used a UAE-based network to procure Chinese satellite equipment tied to its drone programme.
Mohammad Al Gergawi unveils UAE Agentic AI strategy for government overhaul
The UAE plans to transition 50 per cent of government services and operations to Agentic AI within two years under a new national strategy …
Iran secretly bought Chinese satellite tech via UAE — then struck Abu Dhabi: Report
Leaked records reveal Iran’s Revolutionary Guards secretly acquired advanced Chinese satellite communication equipment via a UAE-based procurement network. The technology, crucial for Tehran’s drone …
UAE advances from mainframe computing to AI-powered digital infrastructure
ABU DHABI, 23rd May, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE has rapidly evolved from relying on traditional mainframe computer systems to adopting advanced artificial intelligence, cloud computing and smart digital …
MBRSC: UAE strengthens its presence in ‘Artemis’ to build sustainable human presence on Moon
UAE boosts role in NASA’s Artemis programme as MBRSC advances plans for sustainable human presence on the Moon, strengthening global space partnerships and future space infrastructure …
UAE bets on Artificial Intelligence supremacy to power digital future
The digital economy currently contributes close to 12% of national GDP, with authorities targeting an increase to more than 20% by 2031 …
E&, Cyber Security Council, and Open Innovation AI launch the UAE Sovereign AI Platform for national-scale infrastructure
Delivering secure AI capabilities across national security, mission-critical operations, critical infrastructure, and classified government environments …
Ahmed bin Saeed attends graduation ceremony of Rochester Institute of Technology Dubai’s 15th cohort
DUBAI, 20th May, 2026 (WAM) — Under the patronage and in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), Rochester Institute …
Ahmed bin Saeed attends RIT Dubai graduation as 394 students join UAE’s future workforce
Ahmed bin Saeed attends RIT Dubai’s 15th graduation as 394 students earn degrees across 16 programmes, including the first psychology cohort, boosting Dubai’s knowledge-based economy and future workfo …
Sheikh Hamdan launches $272m UAE space programme to boost global partnerships and innovation
UAE launches $272m International Space Cooperation Programme to boost space research, technology and global partnerships …
Dubai brings digital art into focus
Dubai has unveiled the Museum of Digital Art at DIFC Zabeel District, positioning the planned five-floor institution as the region’s first museum dedicated to digital art and new technologies.Launched …
Dubai CommerCity enhances cross-border e-commerce platform with key partners
DUBAI, 19th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai CommerCity on Tuesday announced the enhancement of its integration with the cross-border e-commerce platform, in collaboration with Dubai Customs, Dubai …
Du unveils UAE’s cloud platform purpose-built for Chinese enterprises expanding into the UAE
New sovereign cloud solution by du Tech offers Chinese SMEs and EV manufacturers seamless market entry with integrated local hosting, regulatory compliance, and secure connectivity …
Dubai CommerCity enhances cross-border e-commerce platform with key partners
DUBAI, 19th May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai CommerCity on Tuesday announced the enhancement of its integration with the cross-border e-commerce platform, in collaboration with Dubai Customs, Dubai …
Du unveils UAE’s cloud platform purpose-built for Chinese enterprises expanding into the UAE
New sovereign cloud solution by du Tech offers Chinese SMEs and EV manufacturers seamless market entry with integrated local hosting, regulatory compliance, and secure connectivity …
UAE wearables boom as devices shift from fitness accessories to AI-assisted predictive health
The growth reflects a wider shift in wearable technology from passive tracking to real-time interpretation, with devices increasingly able to analyse biometric data, identify patterns and deliver …