Hesai Technology (HSAI) has announced that its lidar solution will be instrumental in powering Apollo Go’s significant expansion into Dubai. This partnership aims to accelerate the global adoption of safe and intelligent driverless technology. The announcement comes on the heels of an exclusive agreement signed between Hesai and Baidu Apollo in July 2024. Apollo Go...
Saudi Arabia is set to expand new technology for purifying drinking water, utilizing an electrical charge, following a recent agreement aimed at enhancing its application over the next four years. This capacitive deionization technology will be capable of treating approximately 3,500 cubic meters of water daily, providing clean drinking water to the population. The agreement...
Sharjah has introduced a new mobile application called Mawqef, aimed at streamlining the payment of public parking fees and the checking and settling of fines. The Sharjah Municipality announced the launch of this app on Tuesday, highlighting its user-friendly features. Mawqef includes interactive maps that help users easily locate subscription zones and smart parking yards...
Cerebras Systems Inc. has announced that it has resolved “all open issues” with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the US (CFIUS), marking a significant step forward for the chip startup as it prepares for its initial public offering (IPO). This development is particularly crucial as Cerebras aims to solidify its position in the competitive...
The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are preparing a joint bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup. This collaborative effort aims to bring the prestigious tournament to the Middle East, highlighting the region’s growing status in international sports. The initiative has garnered support from Asia Rugby, whose chief believes that holding the...
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the representative of the ruler in the Al Dhafra region, along with Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the representative of the ruler in the Al Ain region, paid a visit to Sheikh Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed at his residence. This visit highlighted the strong bonds of friendship...
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced a 4.51 percent annual increase in requests for electrical connections related to commercial projects through its Al Namoos service in 2024. This information was shared by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of DEWA. The rise in requests underscores DEWA’s commitment to meeting the...
Dubai has launched an innovative AI-powered platform named ‘Salama’ that aims to simplify the residence visa renewal process. The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) announced that residents can now renew their visas in under two minutes using the Salama platform. This advancement eliminates the need for long queues, allowing users to download...
ADQ, a prominent sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and global supply chains, has successfully acquired a 63.26% stake in Aramex. This acquisition marks a significant step in ADQ’s strategy to expand its investment portfolio in the logistics sector. In a stock market disclosure, Mansour AlMulla, Deputy Group Chief Executive Officer of ADQ, indicated that...
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as a global leader in cryptocurrency adoption, showcasing a remarkable 41% year-on-year increase in crypto app downloads, which totaled 15 million in 2024. In a striking development, the nation recorded 3.55 million installations of crypto applications in January 2025 alone, highlighting a strong and growing interest in digital assets....