International officials at the 15th session of the IRENA Assembly have highlighted the UAE’s remarkable leadership in energy transition initiatives. These efforts are crucial in achieving the global goal of tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030. The assembly began on January 12, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, which...
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have initiated a significant marine research mission off the coast of Abu Dhabi. This mission is being conducted aboard Jaywun, the region’s most advanced marine research vessel, equipped with cutting-edge technology and six laboratories aimed at supporting environmental exploration and climate...
In Thailand last April, Nation TV introduced its first AI news anchor, Natcha, who delivered the evening headlines with lifelike expressions and a natural voice. Her debut marked a glimpse into the rapidly growing field of synthetic media, a trend expected to accelerate this year, as reported by The National. AI is making waves in...
Audiomob has chosen Abu Dhabi as its MENA headquarters, aiming to drive its global business growth. The company, known for its groundbreaking in-game audio advertising technology, credits Abu Dhabi’s supportive ecosystem and infrastructure for its rapid expansion. Partnering with Abu Dhabi Gaming, Audiomob has developed a unique way for brands and artists to connect with...
Dubai is set to host a major gaming competition, NVIDIA RTX AI GameCraft, in collaboration with NVIDIA GeForce Middle East. Organized by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the event will take place on January 23 at Emirates Towers Boulevard. It will bring together game developers, students, and industry experts to create games using NVIDIA’s advanced...
His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Communications and Information Technology Authority, welcomed Masoud Mohammed Sharif, CEO of E&Emirates, and his team during a meeting held in Sharjah. Sheikh Sultan praised the company’s efforts in delivering innovative technical solutions that benefit multiple sectors....
The World Future Energy Summit 2025 is set to take place in Abu Dhabi from January 14 to 16 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). As part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the summit aims to strengthen its role as a global hub for clean energy innovation and international cooperation. This year’s edition...
The UAE and India have joined forces to enhance polar research, aiming to expand their understanding of the Arctic and contribute to global climate action. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the UAE’s Emirates Polar Program and India’s National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) during the 15th UAE-India Joint Committee Meeting....
DAMAC Group has joined hands with blockchain firm MANTRA in a groundbreaking move to tokenise $1 billion worth of real-world assets. The partnership aims to bring blockchain technology into the Middle East’s real estate market, offering new opportunities for investors through fractional ownership and easier access to high-value properties. The initiative will focus on token-based...
Mastercard has launched its new Crypto Credential service in the UAE and Kazakhstan, marking its first entry into the Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA) region. This innovative solution is designed to simplify and secure cryptocurrency transactions by replacing complex blockchain addresses with easy-to-use aliases. The system ensures transactions are processed only if the...