The Ministry of Finance of the UAE has published a public consultation document detailing the planned implementation of eInvoicing in the country. This document, titled the eInvoicing Programme Consultation Paper, spans 168 pages and outlines the main features and framework of the proposed eInvoicing model, including specific use cases and anticipated data requirements. According to...
Shanghai-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Nio is preparing to open its first battery swap station in the Middle East later this month. An internal source revealed that the station has already been powered up and is currently undergoing testing, with a launch anticipated by the end of February. As reported by Electric-Vehicles.com, the approval process...
The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office has established a strategic partnership with Cyprus’s Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy. This collaboration aims to strengthen cooperation in the digital sectors, share best practices in artificial intelligence (AI), and enhance the digital economy while improving societal well-being. Omar Sultan Al Olama,...
The United Arab Emirates is making important progress in establishing itself as a competitive player in the quantum computing sector. The government is investing resources into research, ensuring the preservation and proper management of the country’s vital assets. This approach aims to guarantee a continuous return on investment in the future of computing in the...
Digital Dubai, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations International Computing Centre (UNICC), has officially launched the first UN Citiverse Challenge. This initiative aims to leverage AI-powered virtual worlds to promote innovation, resilience, and digital inclusivity on a global scale. The Citiverse Challenge aligns with the mission of Digital Dubai,...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing to launch advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models inspired by China’s DeepSeek, according to Faisal Al Bannai, the UAE’s presidential advisor on advanced technologies. The UAE has been actively investing in AI to diversify its economy away from oil reliance. Al Bannai said the performance of DeepSeek demonstrates the...
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and IBM have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at reinforcing Dubai’s stature as a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI). This agreement was formalized during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 and is in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which targets doubling the size of Dubai’s...
Baidu, a leading Chinese technology company, has announced plans to introduce a robotaxi service in Dubai. This move is part of a broader strategy by Chinese tech giants to expand their presence in the Middle East, which is becoming an increasingly attractive market for innovation and technology. The company has been developing its autonomous driving...
An artificial intelligence robot designed in Abu Dhabi is revolutionizing the strawberry harvesting process. Created by experts from the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), this robot is capable of identifying and picking ripe strawberries without causing damage, whether in sunny fields or controlled greenhouse environments. The “Strawberry Picker” project is led by...
ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation recognized for its enterprise IT management solutions, is set to hold its User Conference at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, on February 18th and 19th, 2025. The focus of this year’s conference will be on how enterprises can prepare for the AI era. According to Al Bawaba, Rajesh...