Technology

UAE MoHRE surpasses 34 million smart transactions in 2024, up 59 percent

This growth reflects the ministry’s digital and AI integration, enhancing services and customer experience

Dark web cybercrime marketplace: How much does it really cost to hack?

Experts estimate that a basic phishing attack involving ransomware can cost novice cybercriminals at least $20,000

NASA launches SPHEREx to unveil secrets of the universe

NASA's new telescope will illuminate galaxy formation and the universe's rapid early expansion

Alpha Data begins trading on ADX after raising $163 million in UAE’s first IPO in 2025

Upon listing, Alpha Data’s market capitalization stood at approximately $408 million

AIQ inks $340 million contract to deploy large-scale AI solutions across ADNOC operations

AIQ expects the first operational, scalable version of ENERGYai to be completed in mid-2025

Over 100,000 visitors attend MWC25 Barcelona

More than 2,900 exhibitors, sponsors and partners participated in the event

Sheikh Khaled attends first Majlis Mohamed bin Zayed Ramadan session, titled ‘The Future of Finance in the Age of Intelligence’

The session examined the ways in which artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the banking landscape

Bitcoin sinks as Trump’s strategic reserve disappoints markets

Bitcoin dropped 6 percent after Trump's directive on Friday, lacking intentions for government Bitcoin purchases

SpaceX’s Starship explodes in space

Contact was lost minutes into the test flight as the spacecraft spiraled down and disintegrated

Judge denies Musk’s bid to block OpenAI’s for-profit shift

Tesla's CEO accuses OpenAI of straying from its mission to prioritize corporate gain over humanity

Five AI trends to watch for in 2025

The year 2025 will see AI make greater strides as tech companies learn from their initial forays into the new tech

Brands For Less Group ties up with Google Cloud to boost digital transformation

Retailer to leverage Google Cloud's data analytics and AI capabilities for enhanced efficiency

Here’s why SpaceX delayed Starship’s eighth test flight

Complications during the countdown, including a Super Heavy booster issue, led to cancel the launch

MWC25: Higher efficiency, lower carbon footprint cements Ericsson’s leadership

Ericsson has also tied up with regional players to build efficient solutions and reduce energy consumption

MWC25: GSMA inks partnerships in auto, aviation sectors

5G Automotive Association, JASPAR, Outsight, Safran Passenger Innovations and Seamless Air Alliance enter new alliances

Bitcoin dips below $92,000 following 11 percent surge on Trump’s U.S. strategic reserve plans

The U.S. strategic stockpile will include bitcoin, ether, XRP, solana and cardano

Transforming mobile experiences

We explore how XR, VR, and AR technologies are transforming user engagement and influencing diverse industries

No longer a choice, AI is the blueprint for business growth in the Middle East

Countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are heavily investing in AI to become global technology leaders

Securing the backbone of enterprise Gen AI

Implementing strong identity security for Gen AI entails enforcing multi-factor authentication and strict credential management

Understanding major data risks in AI projects

From data misrepresentation to inappropriate data exposure, vulnerabilities can undermine AI-driven initiatives

Building a responsible AI future in Saudi Arabia

Responsible AI governance provides the foundation for safe, ethical and scalable innovation - ensuring AI benefits society and driving sustainable growth

Meta AI’s Impact on MENA: Empowering a young, tech-savvy generation

Fares Akkad, regional director for Middle East and Africa (MEA) at Meta, explains how the leading tech company is positioning AI as a transformative force in the Middle East

Ericsson’s vision of a smarter, more connected world

Lucky La Riccia, VP and head of Cloud Software and Services at Ericsson MEA, shares how the Sweden-based technology leader is pioneering the future of AI

Growing, innovating and creating impact

Hatem Dowidar, e& group CEO, on how the company has pushed the envelope across sectors, from AI-powered retail to next-gen digital experiences laying the foundation for a sustainable future