Technology

UAE cybersecurity: Over 223,800 assets exposed as AI-powered threats surge

The UAE experienced a drastic decrease in distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks from 58,538 to just 2,301 by H1 2024

Abu Dhabi’s Presight to implement nationwide AI-powered smart city project in Albania

The AI-powered nation-building project will enhance Albania’s sustainability and digital transformation agenda

Dubai’s new AI-powered traffic signal control system to launch in H1 2026, says RTA

System supports future technologies and initiatives including the Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems "C-ITS/V2X"

Sharjah’s new Aqari platform cuts rent process to three steps, eliminates need for service center visits

Users can now seamlessly obtain digital certificates and documents without the need to visit service centers

Qatar launches ‘Digital Skills Framework’ initiative to accelerate digital transformation

This national initiative is intended to empower both individuals and organizations with critical digital skills

Explore the future of connectivity at MWC25 in Barcelona

From March 3 - 6, thousands of participants will gather in Barcelona to witness the convergence of industry leaders, tech innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers

The GCC’s digital leap is setting the bar for smarter immigration

Immigrant populations range from as low as 40 percent in Oman to over 88 percent in Qatar

OpenAI surpasses 400 million weekly users, up 33 percent in three months despite DeepSeek competition

This marked rise reflects the evolving utility and familiarity of ChatGPT among users

AlUla Conference for EMEs: Saudi Arabia, IMF emphasize AI’s potential to enhance emerging market productivity

A key theme is the importance of unity and collaboration to strengthen EM economies' resilience and growth

Dubai Internet City adds $27.23 billion to Dubai’s economy in 15 years: Study

The district's community has facilitated the creation of more than 125,000 direct and indirect jobs

Microsoft unveils Majorana 1 quantum computing chip, stock rises

Joining Google, IBM, and others in the race to develop a viable quantum computer

Apple launches iPhone 16e: AED2,599 phone first to feature Apple-made C1 chip

Pre-order to begin at 5 a.m. PST on February 21, with availability beginning on February 28

UAE to establish Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to advance digital security landscape

Center will focus on advanced research, specialized training and industry collaboration

Partial satellite manufacturing in UAE to begin this year, full production planned for 2026

New partnership to enhance synthetic aperture radar satellite technology through knowledge exchange and collaboration

Oman to develop advanced AI semiconductor chips for next-gen applications in Salalah Free Zone

McKinsey & Company projects that the global semiconductor market will reach $1 trillion by 2030

Why Roblox sees the Middle East as an opportunity for digital creators

The Middle East supports an impressive creator economy, thanks in part to government policies and investments

Elon Musk’s bid for OpenAI rejected: What’s next for the AI giant?

Musk's bid for OpenAI aims to prevent the organization from shifting to a profit-driven model

Grok 3: All you need to know about Elon Musk’s game-changing AI chatbot

Grok 3's powerful reasoning outperforms all known competitors, marking a promising advancement in AI technology

New creative district in Riyadh targets growth in creative economy, GDP

This initiative seeks to create a vibrant ecosystem for creative professionals and emerging talent to collaborate on content and drive innovation.

Will Elon Musk pull his $97.4 billion offer for OpenAI?

New filing suggested Musk would withdraw his bid if OpenAI halts its transition into a for-profit organization

WGS 2025: UAE, Cyprus partner to strengthen cooperation in digital transformation, AI

Partnership seeks to build talent and AI capabilities and support the development of AI-related products and services

LEAP 2025: stc Group inks 75+ agreements with global digital giants

Strengthening its role in AI and global digitalization

UAE’s Alpha Data announces IPO, to list 40 percent of shares on ADX

The subscription period will open on February 20 and end on February 25