A new study shows that Dubai Internet City has had a big effect on the city’s income over the past 15 years, adding AED 100 billion to the city’s GDP. This conclusion comes from an impact study that was done with Accenture and included opinions from several top leaders in the ICT (information and communications...
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Mindbase Education Enhances Student Development by Merging Academics and Sports in the UAE
Mindbase Education is actively working to shape well-rounded individuals by supporting students throughout their academic and professional journeys. The institution focuses on integrating academic learning with sports training to prepare students for success in an ever-evolving world. Since its establishment in 2021, under the guidance of Tariq Al Obaidli, Mindbase Education has expanded its vision...
UAE Launches Business Opportunities Visa to Attract Global Talent
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UAE President and Italian Defence Minister Discuss Military Partnership at IDEX
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BGN Secures $232.5 Million Revolving Credit Facility from Abu Dhabi
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Mantra Finance Secures Dubai Crypto License to Enhance DeFi and Tokenization Efforts
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Databricks Plans $300 Million Investment in Saudi Arabia Over Five Years
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Abu Dhabi’s DMT Launches AI-Powered Digital Legislation Encyclopedia
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UAE Educators Urged to Embrace AI in Classrooms
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Microsoft Unveils Groundbreaking Quantum Chip, Majorana 1
Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum chip built on a pioneering Topological Core architecture. The company says this breakthrough could deliver industrial-scale quantum computing solutions within years, reshaping industries from healthcare to manufacturing. The Majorana 1 chip uses topoconductors, a revolutionary material capable of controlling Majorana particles, to create more stable and...