United Arab Emirates (UAE) stories - Page 3
AI-powered deepfakes drive surge in global business & consumer fraud
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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physical security
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risk & compliance
AI-driven deepfakes are fuelling a global surge in fraud, with 77% of anti-fraud experts reporting increased incidents and 83% expecting further rises soon.
Microsoft to enable in-country Copilot data processing by 2026
Sat, 15th Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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dc
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data privacy
Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.
Osome recognised as leading AI business platform in fintech ranking
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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partner programmes
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smb
Osome, an AI-driven business platform, ranked among Singapore's top fintech firms for easing financial admin and aiding business growth.
More than a third of STEM professionals consider moving abroad
Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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ict sector
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skills shortage
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work-life balance
Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.
Pave Bank secures USD $39M to expand programmable banking
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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fintech
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blockchain
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payment technologies
Pave Bank secures USD $39 million to expand its programmable banking platform, merging traditional finance and digital asset management for institutions.
UAE launches first AI Centre of Excellence to boost local talent
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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The UAE has launched the Gulf's first AI Centre of Excellence in Abu Dhabi to develop local talent and advance sovereign AI capabilities with Australian partners.
Moscow Startup Summit offers RUB ₽1.2 billion to tech innovators
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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genai
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cybersecurity
Startups at the Moscow Startup Summit secured investment offers exceeding RUB ₽1.2 billion, showcasing AI and deeptech innovations from 42 countries.
L'Oréal reveals ten startup finalists for SAPMENA beauty tech
Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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ai
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clean technologies
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synthetic data
L'Oréal unveils ten startups shortlisted for its 2025 SAPMENA Beauty Tech Innovation Programme, competing to pilot projects and gain mentorship across 35 markets.
UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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instagram
The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.
Deel launches global business visa service to ease HR challenges
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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hcm
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risk & compliance
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payment technologies
Deel launches Business Visas service to simplify short-term international travel, easing HR burdens amid rising global business trips and regulatory changes.
Heatwave boosts Huski's global sales of champagne coolers
Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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physical security
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clean technologies
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amazon
Taranaki's Huski sees global sales soar as its ice-free champagne coolers become top sellers amid record heatwaves worldwide.
KPMG & Hippocratic AI join forces to tackle healthcare shortages
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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llms
KPMG and Hippocratic AI partner to ease global healthcare staff shortages using AI agents that support clinical tasks and boost operational efficiency.
Alibaba Cloud boosts APAC presence with new AI centre, data hubs
Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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paas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Alibaba Cloud expands in APAC with new data centres in Malaysia, the Philippines, and an AI Global Competency Center in Singapore to boost AI innovation.
Cisco pushes forward on AI with new partnerships & tech advances
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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quantum computing
Cisco advances in AI with new partnerships, tech breakthroughs, and strong Q3 results, including joining the Stargate UAE consortium and launching a Quantum Network Chip.
Cisco joins Stargate UAE in major Abu Dhabi AI data centre push
Thu, 22nd May 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud services
Cisco joins Stargate UAE consortium to develop a 1 GW AI data centre in Abu Dhabi, partnering with G42, OpenAI, NVIDIA, and SoftBank Group.
Airwallex secures USD $300 million to drive global expansion
Wed, 21st May 2025
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fintech
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expense management
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airwallex
Airwallex has secured USD $300 million in Series F funding, valuing the fintech firm at USD $6.2 billion and fuelling plans for global expansion.
Atif Malik to lead ISS Freeports as Teesside hub launches
Wed, 21st May 2025
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investment
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entrepreneurship
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job moves
ISS Holdings appoints Atif Malik as Global Head of ISS Freeports while launching its second Airview hub at Teesside Airport, boosting UK trade links.
Proofpoint unveils AI-powered governance tools for compliance
Tue, 13th May 2025
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data protection
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hyperscale
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risk & compliance
Proofpoint launches AI-powered communications governance solution on AWS, enhancing compliance and archiving for financial firms amid complex regulations.
Intelligent transport market to reach USD $124.8bn by 2035
Thu, 1st May 2025
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smart cities
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data analytics
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iot
The global intelligent transport system market is forecast to grow from USD $41.7bn in 2024 to USD $124.8bn by 2035, driven by urbanisation and tech advances.
QuikBot strengthens leadership for global autonomous growth
Mon, 21st Apr 2025
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smart cities
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paas
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iaas
QuikBot Technologies appoints three senior executives to bolster leadership and attract capital for expanding its autonomous urban logistics platform globally.