UAE-based artificial intelligence (AI) fintech startup Metric has successfully raised a seven-figure seed funding round aimed at accelerating its growth throughout the Gulf region, broader Asia, and other emerging markets. The funding round attracted support from various organizations, including Sanabil 500 Global, Hub71, i2i Ventures, Plus VC, Epic Angels, and Accelerate Prosperity, in addition to...
DataBahn.ai has announced the launch of ‘Reef’, a groundbreaking solution designed to transform the management of security data. This innovative knowledge layer is built on the company’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) server and aims to deliver actionable intelligence derived from high-volume security telemetry precisely when it is needed. Enterprises often collect vast amounts of data,...
stc group has been recognized by LinkedIn as the leading company for career development in Saudi Arabia, topping the platform’s 2025 ranking of the best workplaces for professional growth. This annual list, now in its fifth year, evaluates organizations based on data-driven metrics related to career advancement and skills development. This accolade comes at a...
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, has announced that Dubai AI Week will return in April 2026, aiming to expand its scale and global participation. The event’s growth reflects Dubai’s commitment to accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and solidifying its status...
Dubai is set to host the AI@70 conference, as directed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The conference will focus on the impact of artificial intelligence and digital transformation on various sectors. His Excellency Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy...
Cyprus will soon receive a mobile desalination unit from the United Arab Emirates to help meet its water needs, as announced by President Nikos Christodoulides on Wednesday night. The President confirmed that the unit will be provided “free of charge,” highlighting its significance in both foreign policy and internal affairs. In his remarks to television...
The Museum of the Future in Dubai has introduced the latest version of Ameca, an advanced humanoid robot designed to enhance visitor interactions. This new version of Ameca is equipped with sophisticated capabilities and is now on display on the ‘Tomorrow, Today’ floor of the museum. Ameca joins a diverse collection of intelligent robots and...
Hub71, the tech ecosystem based in Abu Dhabi, announced on Thursday that startups within its network secured a record $2.17 billion (Dh8.02 billion) in funding during 2024. This amount marks a significant 44.7% increase compared to the $1.5 billion raised in 2023. Additionally, the revenue generated by these startups rose to $1.2 billion, up from...
The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), through the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), has teamed up with South Africa and European partners to launch a global trade and investment hub focused on artificial intelligence (AI). This collaboration aims to foster innovation and enhance the AI landscape across these regions. The initiative was announced during a...
Databricks, a data analytics firm based in San Francisco, has announced plans to significantly expand its operations in India. The company will invest over $250 million and increase its workforce by more than 50%, aiming to have over 750 employees in the country by the end of the fiscal year. This substantial investment will enhance...