The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has announced a multi-year partnership with NIP Group Inc. (NASDAQ: NIPG), a prominent gaming and esports company, to enhance the growth of gaming, media, and entertainment in Abu Dhabi. This landmark five-year agreement will see NIP Group establishing its global headquarters in the emirate, which is expected to create...
Oracle has announced a major expansion of its investment in Abu Dhabi, increasing its commitment fivefold to meet the rising demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud services in the UAE. Nick Redshaw, Oracle’s senior vice president for technology cloud and UAE country leader, shared the news during Oracle CloudWorld in Dubai, according to The...
The UAE is rapidly establishing itself as a global hub for digital assets and blockchain technology, according to economist Dr. Abdul Rahim Al-Farhan. According to Khaleej Times, he highlighted that the country’s flexible regulatory policies, advanced digital infrastructure, and significant investments from global companies position it as a prime destination for cryptocurrency investors. Dr. Al-Farhan...
Bahrain-based Arcapita has joined hands with New York’s Parkway Venture Capital to invest in a portfolio of fast-growing artificial intelligence (AI) companies. This move comes as the global demand for transformative AI technologies continues to rise. The portfolio includes notable players like Figure AI, which creates AI-powered humanoid robots and collaborates with industry giants such...
The Abu Dhabi Government has launched the “Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027,” marking a significant step towards establishing an AI-driven government. This initiative, overseen by the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) and in collaboration with various government entities, aims to position Abu Dhabi as a leader in global digital governance. The...
ADNOC Distribution has announced the launch of the second phase of its service station solarisation programme in collaboration with Emerge, a partnership between Masdar and the EDF Group. This initiative is designed to finance, design, install, and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) panels at service stations across ADNOC Distribution’s network in the UAE. The programme aims...
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has launched the “Dubai AI Seal,” aimed at promoting trust among reputable artificial intelligence (AI) companies and establishing Dubai as a global leader in AI. This initiative was introduced under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who serves as the Crown Prince...
Abu Dhabi is hosting the 31st International Conference on Computational Linguistics (COLING 2025), kicking off on Sunday. The event, organised by the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), is set to welcome over 1,500 attendees from around the world at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from January 19 to 24. This...
The UAE Cyber Security Council has reported a significant achievement in national cybersecurity efforts, successfully blocking nearly 200,000 cyberattacks every day. These attacks were primarily ransomware attempts targeting both public and private sectors, aiming to breach sensitive data and lock digital systems. The Council’s emergency cybersecurity protocols, in collaboration with various authorities, played a crucial...
The UAE government has announced that it will solely provide fast and super-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers across the country. This initiative aims to enhance the living conditions in the UAE by promoting cleaner air and reducing carbon emissions, as stated by the UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Suhail Al Mazrouei, during an interview...