Abu Dhabi and Dubai are set to become closer than ever with the announcement of a high-speed rail project that will reduce travel time between the two cities to just 30 minutes. The project, revealed during a ceremony at Al Fayah Station and organized by Etihad Rail, was attended by His Highness Sheikh Khalid bin...
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...
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...
Dubai has unveiled a ground-breaking initiative for content creators through a collaboration between the newly launched Creators HQ and Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The program, called ‘Creators for Purpose,’ aims to help influencers in the region generate meaningful and positive content on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. As reported...
Dubai is cementing its position as a global leader in the digital economy, offering diverse opportunities and advantages for businesses, startups, and innovators. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, highlighted the emirate’s unique strengths during a fireside chat at the 1 Billion Followers Summit, organized by the UAE Government Media Office....
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...
Sharjah Police has launched a groundbreaking remote vehicle testing service, making it the first of its kind in the UAE. Starting January 8, 2025, motorists in Sharjah can now test their vehicles without visiting a testing center, thanks to this smart service available on the Rafid app. According to Gulf Today, Colonel Khalid Mohammed Al...
The UAE is making final preparations for the launch of MBZ-SAT, its advanced Earth-observation satellite, scheduled for later this month. Named after President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the satellite highlights the nation’s growing achievements in space exploration. MBZ-SAT, fully developed by Emirati engineers at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC),...
Dubai has officially named its first flying taxi station as Dubai International Vertiport (DXV). Located near Dubai International Airport (DXB), DXV is the first of four planned stations under the emirate’s initial air taxi infrastructure network. Operations are expected to begin in 2026, marking a significant step forward for urban mobility in the UAE. The...
The UAE is taking steps to deepen its technology partnership with the United States, as highlighted during CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, led discussions with US officials and business leaders to explore new opportunities in innovation, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced technologies....