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Abu Dhabi Chamber signs MoU with Germany’s Fraunhofer IPK to advance industrial capability
ABU DHABI, 25th September, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design …
Samsung confirms Axiom Telecom as Saudi distributor
Axiom Telecom has emphasized that it is an official Samsung distributor in Saudi Arabia and that it is cooperating with the Ministry of Commerce to clarify any misunderstanding related to this status.
Abu Dhabi to Host Inaugural Ai Everything Expo and Summit in October
Abu Dhabi is preparing to host the inaugural edition of Ai Everything Abu Dhabi on October 6-7, bringing together more than 60 countries.
Sharjah Advocates More Dominant Role for Women in Technology under 2050 Roadmap
Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SPARK, noted that the future is not a destination, but the outcome of choices made today. He stressed that empowering women in technology is not about inclusion, but about …
Abu Dhabi ranked top in regional AI adoption race
Abu Dhabi is the highest ranked city in the Middle East following a comprehensive AI Cities Index that has been published by The Observer. The report was unveiled ahead of The Observer AI Forum in …
du Marks iPhone 18 Pro UAE Launch as it Pushes 5G-Advanced Network
The UAE telecom operator showcased Apple’s new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in Dubai as it continues to expand its next-generation 5G capabilities.. du Marks iPhone 18 Pro UAE Launch as it Pushes …
Still too early to talk about 6G instead of 5G – head of UN’s ITU Houlin Zhao at SAMENA Leaders’ Summit in Dubai
ITU Secretary-General Houlin Zhao. We’re still a few years away before we can have serious conversations about 6G technology, says the Secretary-General of the United Nations agency known as the …
UAE shares its experience in developing next generation of agentic AI-powered government
DUBAI, 23rd September, 2026 (WAM) — Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, reaffirmed that the UAE continues to advance its position as a global leader in AI-enabled …
Student-led satellite project MAHASAT hits key milestone at BITS Pilani Dubai
MAHASAT is a flagship academic initiative by BPDC in collaboration with Edutech4Space Dubai: The student team at BITS Pilani Dubai Campus (BPDC) has successfully completed the Engineering Model phase …
Dubai Police deploys drones, satellite technology to tackle marine pollution
DUBAI, 7th September, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Police is using drones and satellite-connected technology to detect, track and respond to marine pollution, helping specialist teams assess oil spills and …
UAE ranks first in Arab Digital Economy Index 2026
DUBAI: The UAE has topped the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026, whose results were announced on Tuesday as Seamless Middle East 2026 opened in Dubai under the patronage of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif …
Dubai is creating rain on demand, and the science behind it is fascinating
The video explores how the UAE uses cloud-seeding technology to encourage additional rainfall in one of the world’s driest environments. The story focuses on specialized aircraft, suitable clouds, …
Actor Saka addresses controversy over his move from Etisalat to MTN: “I wanted them to sue me”
Saka explains his Etisalat-to-MTN switch, the truth behind the “I don port” advert and Etisalat’s APCON complaint, and reveals why the dispute ended at last.
UAE advances Upper 6 GHz spectrum into commercial deployment
Research finds that Upper 6 GHz can deliver around three times the capacity of C-band at comparable coverage, using existing sites.
UAE technology fortifies Ecuador against drug smuggling, says Sheikh Saif
Lt. General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, emphasised that under the guidance of visionary leadership, the …
Now call emergency numbers on your 5G smartwatch with du network
The move means people no longer need their phones nearby to contact emergency services Dubai: Residents in the UAE can now make emergency calls directly from their 5G-enabled smartwatches, after …