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RIQ: IHC names new AI-native reinsurance platform

RIQ is supported by more than $1bn in initial equity commitments and is targeting over $10bn in liabilities

AWS' Tanuja Randery on supporting EMEA's digital transformation and AI ambition. Tanuja Randery )left) with Gulf Business Editor Neesha Salian (right)

AWS’ Tanuja Randery on supporting EMEA’s digital transformation and AI ambition

Randery delves into AWS’s regional footprint, its European Sovereign Cloud, and highlights key partnerships like the collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s AI champion, HUMAIN

Dubai Metro: How is it using AI to support infrastructure

The process reduces manual inspections by up to 70 per cent and improves infrastructure assessment capabilities by 40 per cent

Content boom: Why AI can’t fix creative without better systems

While AI can crank out content faster than ever, speed alone doesn’t translate into compelling stories or emotional connection

AI: From buzzword to business advantage

Massive AI Surge: UAE’s GenAI growth hits 344%, leading the region

The country continues to lead the region in digital upskilling, with 13 per cent of the labor force actively engaging in online learning

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset by Saad Naja

Insights: Why AI trader agents could be a valuable financial asset

By offering scalable, adaptive tools that cater to all levels of traders, AI trader agents aim to bridge the gap between access and expertise — empowering users to trade smarter, not harder

Executive education: Accenture's Abir Habbal on preparing AI-savvy leaders

Executive education: Accenture’s Abir Habbal on preparing AI-savvy leaders

How executive education courses such as Accenture and Stanford University’s Generative AI Scholars Programme are helping c-suite leaders prepare for an AI dominated ecosystem

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Breaking down barriers in insurance: Why sharing data matters

The window to act is narrowing; As regulations toughen and customer expectations rise, insurers have a short window to embed transparency, security, and seamless data sharing into their operating core

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AI-driven ransomware tops 2025 cyber threats in META, says Kaspersky

Kaspersky warns that ransomware actors are becoming more creative and stealthy

Kathleen Walch Thinking big, start small, iterate often: A practical guide to setting up successful AI projects

A practical guide to setting up successful AI projects

Using a framework that accounts for the unique demands of data-driven projects and provides clear processes and practices for data-heavy, iterative projects is essential

WhatsApp’s new features: How is your messaging about to get better?

Users can also initiate a voice chat by swiping up from the bottom of a group chat and holding for a few seconds

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Sport Impact Summit partners with AI pioneers to support UAE climate law

The two platforms offer public and private sector organisations ready-to-deploy tools for both reporting and storytelling — helping to operationalise the UAE’s national climate commitments

Kearney’s Mauricio Zuazua decodes the AI-driven C-suite

Kearney’s Mauricio Zuazua decodes the AI-driven C-suite

The region chair at global consulting firm Kearney discusses how AI is reshaping executive leadership, enabling smarter decision-making, and what it takes to build an AI-ready culture in the Middle East and beyond

Differentiating your businesses in the era of commoditised AI

Differentiating your businesses in the era of commoditised AI

The winners will be those who find ways to go beyond the simple automation that saves on labour and differentiate themselves though applying their unique data to more advanced models

ONVIF's Leo Levit on how AI and standards are reinventing trust in surveillance

ONVIF’s Leo Levit on how AI and standards are reinventing trust in surveillance

The chairman of ONVIF on why collaboration across stakeholders is critical to navigating the evolving surveillance landscape

Stargate UAE: G42, OpenAI, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank, Cisco to build AI cluster

Stargate UAE: G42, OpenAI, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank, Cisco to build AI cluster

The first phase of the project — a 200-megawatt AI cluster — is expected to go live in 2026

Hajj 2025: 5 ways in which Saudi is revolutionising pilgrimage with AI, tech

The country is leveraging the latest in digital innovation to improve the pilgrimage experience for millions of visitors each year

Harnessing AI: why asking the right questions is key to success

Harnessing AI: Why asking the right questions is key to success

By fostering environments that encourage continuous learning, and celebrating champions, we can accelerate AI adoption across the region

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Qualcomm to establish global AI and IoT engineering centre in Abu Dhabi

The new Qualcomm Engineering Center will become a key part of the company’s global network of engineering hubs

Trump: UAE on a path to acquire most advanced US AI chips

It reflects the Trump administration’s confidence that the chips can be managed securely, in part by requiring data centres be managed by US companies.

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UAE-US ties: Phase 1 of new 5GW AI campus launches in Abu Dhabi

The UAE and US will work together to regulate access to the compute resources, which are reserved for US hyperscalers and approved cloud service providers

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AWS, HUMAIN to launch $5bn AI Zone in Saudi Arabia

The two entities also plan to develop large language models (LLMs), including Arabic-focused models, to support AI adoption in key sectors

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

HUMAIN, NVIDIA join forces to drive AI development in Saudi Arabia

The partnership is set to play a critical role in realising the kingdom’s ambition to lead the world in AI and advanced digital infrastructure

New PIF company: Saudi Crown Prince launches HUMAIN

New PIF company: Saudi Crown Prince launches HUMAIN

HUMAIN will develop one of the world’s most powerful multimodal Arabic large language models (LLMs) and provide localised, regional, and global AI capabilities

Building trust in AI: The UAE’s journey to a digital cognitive future

Building trust in AI: The UAE’s journey to a digital cognitive future

Organisations must recognise that trust and innovation are not competing priorities but complementary forces

 Embracing AI: The key to unlocking the future of banking and finance

 Embracing AI: The key to unlocking the future of banking and finance

The journey toward an AI-enabled future requires a commitment to ethical practices, robust risk management and a proactive approach to navigating the evolving regulatory landscape

Microsoft’s Rima Semaan on redefining cybersecurity in the UAE

Microsoft’s Rima Semaan on redefining cybersecurity in the UAE

From real-time alerts and identity protection to the bold goal of training one million people in AI and security by 2027, Semaan reveals how Microsoft is shaping a safer digital future for the region

‘Authenticity still matters’: CARMA’s Mazen Nahawi on AI, trust and media’s next frontier

In this interview, Nahawi explains why cultural nuance still trips up AI in the Middle East, which jobs will go — and which will rise — and why Gen Z’s demand for authenticity is shaping the future of PR

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GISEC Global 2025: Here’s what these top tech firms are showcasing

Tech leaders share their key innovations and strategies for GISEC 2025, spotlighting AI, critical infrastructure protection, and unified threat defense

Dubai RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues

Dubai: RTA reports 16% rise in 2024 digital revenues, boosted by AI-driven services

RTA reported that app downloads grew by 18 per cent to 3.742 million, while registered users surged 27.5 per cent to 1.94 million