The UAE is set for record tech sector growth in 2025, driven by AI, cloud computing, blockchain, and IoT. With strong government support, advanced infrastructure, and rising global investment, the country is positioning itself as a leading innovation hub. Revenue is projected to grow by $3.8B, reaching $4.79B by 2029.
Dubai's RTA has launched free Wi-Fi on all 259 intercity buses, allowing passengers to stay connected during trips to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, and Fujairah. In partnership with e&, the service supports work, browsing, and communication on smartphones, tablets, and laptops—enhancing convenience for daily commuters.
Read MoreSmart glasses users in the UAE may unknowingly violate strict privacy laws by recording people without consent. With Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses now available in the region, legal experts warn that capturing video or audio in public spaces could lead to hefty fines or jail time under the country’s Cybercrime Law and Personal Data Protection Law.
Read MoreParents worldwide are struggling to balance the risks and benefits of AI for their children. While some aim to protect kids from its potential harms, others seek to prepare them for an AI-driven future. Experts warn of growing inequalities and urge open conversations to help children navigate the evolving technology responsibly.
Read MoreThe UAE's tech sector is set for major growth in 2025, driven by advancements in AI, cloud computing, blockchain, and IoT. With strong government support, world-class infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment, the country is attracting global tech firms and startups, positioning itself as a leading digital innovation hub.
Read MoreDubai has launched a Human–Machine Collaboration (HMC) classification system to label AI involvement in content creation. Featuring icons from "All Human" to "All Machine," the initiative promotes transparency and aims to reduce AI-related stigma, encouraging responsible use of AI in creative industries.
Read MoreUber is set to deploy over 20,000 electric robotaxis globally over the next six years through partnerships with Lucid Motors and Nuro. The move highlights Uber's aggressive push into autonomous mobility, supported by additional collaborations with Waymo, Volkswagen, and Momenta, as cities worldwide—including Dubai and Doha—accelerate adoption of self-driving transport solutions.
Read MoreThe UAE and Bhutan have launched the “AI for Development” initiative to explore AI’s role in boosting economic growth across the Global South. Held in Thimphu, the workshop focused on agriculture, entrepreneurship, and tourism, marking a new chapter in UAE-Bhutan collaboration on tech-driven sustainable development.
Read MoreThe US has paused a major NVIDIA AI chip deal with the UAE due to fears the technology could reach China. Concerns center on UAE firm G42’s past China ties. While American tech firms push for progress, political and security risks could shift Gulf AI partnerships, with China stepping in as the US delays.
Read MoreHungarian tech company 4iG has partnered with UAE giants e&, Mubadala, and EDGE Group to boost digital and defence cooperation. The deals include subsea data cables, joint data centres, and NATO-ready defence systems, expanding 4iG’s reach across Hungary, the Middle East, and North Africa.
Read MoreBeyon has signed an agreement with SubCom to develop Khaleej North, an 800-km submarine cable connecting Bahrain with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq. The project expands the Al Khaleej system and enhances Bahrain’s role as a regional digital hub, boosting data capacity, resilience, and connectivity across the Middle East.
Read MoreNASA has discovered TOI-1846 b, a mysterious super-Earth 154 light-years away. Nearly twice Earth's size and orbiting a red dwarf every four days, it emits a strange repeated signal. Despite a scorching 600°F temperature, it may hold water. Scientists hope the James Webb Telescope will reveal details about its atmosphere and composition.
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