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Ashik Ahmed
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Ashik Ahmed covers smart city infrastructure, consumer tech, digital services, and the gadgets transforming everyday life in the UAE.
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Cooling Load Manual launched to curb AC energy waste
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy introduced the Cooling Load Manual to address oversized systems and lower utility bills.
5 Jul 2026
UAE Cyber Security Council foils financial sector attacks
The UAE Cyber Security Council thwarted sophisticated attacks on financial entities, ensuring service continuity and digital stability.
5 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi autonomous vehicles log 31,075 trips in H1 2026
Abu Dhabi autonomous vehicles completed 31,075 trips in the first half of 2026, underscoring the emirate’s drive toward safer, greener transport.
4 Jul 2026
Adnoc Reviews Wall Street Presence Amid Deal-Making Push
Adnoc is reevaluating its ties with Wall Street firms as it pursues strategic deals, a move that could reshape the company's global investment banking landscape.
4 Jul 2026
LIVEX 2026 Launch Positions Abu Dhabi as Livability Hub
LIVEX 2026, Abu Dhabi’s inaugural livability and investment exhibition, will convene over 20,000 global policymakers and investors from Sep 29 to Oct 1, showcasing the emirate’s people‑first urban model.
3 Jul 2026
UAE Cyber Security Council neutralises sophisticated attacks on banks
The UAE Cyber Security Council reported that it thwarted sophisticated cyberattacks on the country’s banking sector, preserving seamless financial operations.
3 Jul 2026
DCIIS UAE 2026 Concludes in Dubai, Resilient AI Data Centres
DCIIS UAE 2026 wrapped up in Dubai, where officials and industry leaders examined AI‑driven design, sustainability and security for the next generation of data centre infrastructure.
3 Jul 2026
Louvre Abu Dhabi unveils New Highlights and Discoveries Tour for summer
Louvre Abu Dhabi's new Highlights and Discoveries Tour offers a 45‑minute walk through four wings, featuring recent acquisitions and loaned pieces from the Gulf.
3 Jul 2026
Meta details WhatsApp usernames safety features
Meta revealed new safety layers for WhatsApp usernames, including context signals and impersonation protections.
3 Jul 2026
UAE airports speed up passport-free travel with AI
UAE airports are set to speed up passport-free travel by adopting AI and biometric technology, according to Arabian Business.
3 Jul 2026
UAE Cybersecurity Council Reports Foiled Financial Sector Attacks
UAE Cybersecurity Council says its national system blocked cyberattacks on financial sector Friday, ensuring continuity of services and reinforcing the country's cyber resilience.
3 Jul 2026
MGX positions Abu Dhabi at the heart of global AI evolution
MGX has propelled Abu Dhabi into a leading position within the global AI evolution, as reported by Arabian Gulf Business Insight.
3 Jul 2026
Sony to stop disc releases for new PlayStation games
Sony said it will cease issuing physical discs for upcoming PlayStation games, aligning with the industry's move toward digital distribution.
3 Jul 2026
Abu Dhabi Customs wins Border Innovation award at 2026 Trade Awards
Abu Dhabi Customs earned the Border Innovation award at the 2026 International Trade Awards for its TradeChain platform, enhancing trade flow and security.
3 Jul 2026
Pax Silica framework expands UAE-US AI ties
The UAE and US are strengthening their collaboration under the Pax Silica initiative to advance artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.
3 Jul 2026
XRG boosts stake in Rio Grande LNG, deepening US‑UAE energy ties
XRG’s larger stake in Rio Grande LNG signals tighter US‑UAE collaboration on energy projects, highlighting growing bilateral ties.
3 Jul 2026
Revolut's UAE Remittance Plans Face Regulatory Scrutiny
Revolut's plans to expand its remittance services in the UAE are being closely monitored by regulators, who are seeking to balance innovation with consumer protection.
3 Jul 2026
MGX Secures $49 Billion Investment Boost Amid AI Frenzy
MGX, a leading player in the AI space, has secured a whopping $49 billion investment, as investors continue to flock to the sector, driven by its vast potential for growth and innovation.
2 Jul 2026
HT-4253 trial in Abu Dhabi aims to prevent Alzheimer’s
HT-4253 will be tested on Emiratis at risk of Alzheimer’s using data from the Emirati Genome Programme, marking a shift toward early‑stage intervention.
2 Jul 2026
Dubai approves First Al Khail Street corridor
The First Al Khail Street Development Plan will feature a 15-kilometre elevated roadway serving 2.6 million people.
2 Jul 2026
UAE Deploys First AI Agents for Weather Forecasting
The UAE is extending its national agentic AI strategy into meteorology, deploying the country's first agentic AI assistants for weather forecasting to improve decision‑making and operational efficiency.
1 Jul 2026
Masdar starts 1GW wind farm project in Kazakhstan
Masdar has broken ground on a 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan, marking a key step in its Round‑the‑Clock renewable energy ambitions across the region.
1 Jul 2026
e& partners with Aldar to launch exclusive home internet offers
e& joins forces with Aldar to bring exclusive home internet offers to customers, expanding the telecom's residential services.
1 Jul 2026
WhatsApp Username: Reserve Yours Now Before UAE Rollout
WhatsApp Username lets UAE users link to the app without revealing phone numbers. Reserve your unique name now to secure it before the global launch.
30 Jun 2026
Abu Dhabi Health and Eli Lilly Team Up on AI Treatments
Abu Dhabi’s health authority and Eli Lilly will use artificial intelligence to tackle obesity and Alzheimer’s disease.
30 Jun 2026
E& and Aldar partner to bring exclusive home internet offers to residents
E& and Aldar have launched an exclusive home internet partnership offering discounted high-speed plans to Aldar residents across Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
30 Jun 2026
Petrofac UAE Unit to Oversee $1.8bn Algerian Contracts
Petrofac's UAE unit has been designated to manage a $1.8 billion portfolio of contracts in Algeria, as revealed in a 29 June 2026 MEED Business Review.
29 Jun 2026
How to Replace a Lost or Damaged Emirates ID in the UAE
Residents can replace a lost, stolen or damaged Emirates ID online via the UAEICP app for AED 451.40, following a simple reporting and document process.
29 Jun 2026
Apple’s UAE price hikes hint at iPhone 18 Pro cost
Apple’s recent UAE price hikes signal that the iPhone 18 Pro may debut at around Dh5,400‑Dh5,500, making it the costliest mainstream iPhone in the market.
29 Jun 2026
Abu Dhabi signs three agreements to boost gene‑editing therapies
Abu Dhabi moves forward with gene‑editing by signing agreements with CHOP, Mammoth Biosciences and Arbor Biotechnologies, aiming to translate research into clinical therapies for rare diseases.
29 Jun 2026
MRI Software Unveils AI-Powered Platform for Real Estate
MRI Software has launched MRI Agora, an AI-powered real estate platform designed to help teams operationalize AI safely, securely, and at scale.
29 Jun 2026
DoH, Boehringer Ingelheim sign genomics pact
Abu Dhabi's health authority partners with Boehringer Ingelheim to study genetic drivers of disease and treatment response.
28 Jun 2026
RTA partnerships with Chinese firms boost AI and rail innovation
RTA partnerships with Chinese firms will see a new R&D centre for metro testing and expanded AI-driven transport cooperation, bolstering Dubai's mobility future.
28 Jun 2026
Utilities for Net Zero Alliance charts plan to meet grid demand
Utilities for Net Zero Alliance says it will harmonise standards and improve demand visibility to meet the need for 90,000 km of transmission cable by 2030.
28 Jun 2026
DHL eCommerce Trends Report 2026 shows AI shaping UAE shopping habits
The DHL eCommerce Trends Report 2026 finds UAE shoppers increasingly relying on AI-powered assistants and social platforms for purchases, with sustainability and second-hand shopping becoming mainstream.
28 Jun 2026
Burjeel prices $500m sukuk as Gulf debt issuance gathers pace
Burjeel has priced a $500 million sukuk, underscoring the accelerating pace of Gulf debt issuances, according to Arabian Gulf Business Insight.
27 Jun 2026
DIB launches Unlocking Sustainable Finance series with real estate focus
Dubai Islamic Bank has launched the Unlocking Sustainable Finance series, starting with a real estate forum that gathered over 80 senior stakeholders to drive greener building practices.
27 Jun 2026
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi Partners with Open Innovation AI on AI Education
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Open Innovation AI signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on AI education and research initiatives.
26 Jun 2026
Apple raises MacBook and iPad prices globally
Apple has increased prices for MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, MacBook Neo, and iPad models in the UAE due to soaring component costs.
26 Jun 2026
SPAC Deals Gain Momentum as Key Path to Public Market in Data Center Boom
The surge in demand for data centers has led to a significant increase in the number of SPAC deals, offering a vital route to the public market for companies in the sector.
25 Jun 2026
e& Unveils OneWork for Secure Sovereign Collaboration in the UAE
e& UAE has announced the launch of OneWork, a fully sovereign, cloud-based unified communication and collaboration platform.
25 Jun 2026
Burjeel Holdings launches $1.5bn senior sukuk programme
Burjeel Holdings has launched a $1.5 billion senior sukuk programme, backed by first‑time BB+ and Ba2 ratings from S&P and Moody’s.
24 Jun 2026
Core42 Grows US Presence Amid UAE AI Drive
Core42 is broadening its US operations as part of the United Arab Emirates’ push to strengthen AI capabilities.
24 Jun 2026
MGX Abu Dhabi Secures $50 Billion for AI Expansion
Abu Dhabi's MGX has secured $50 billion in funding to accelerate its artificial intelligence initiatives, positioning the emirate as a key player in the global tech landscape.
23 Jun 2026
Karim Benkirane redefines infrastructure for UAE
du CCO Karim Benkirane discusses redefining infrastructure to support the next generation of entrepreneurs in the UAE.
23 Jun 2026
A24 and Google DeepMind Partner on AI Tools
A24 and Google DeepMind have teamed up for a multi-year venture to develop AI tools for artists.
23 Jun 2026
Inception42 rebrand aims to boost UAE's sovereign AI ambitions
G42's Inception unit has been rebranded as Inception42, a move intended to accelerate the UAE's sovereign AI ambitions.
23 Jun 2026
AIQ targets US market with proven AI oil solutions
AIQ, the Abu Dhabi‑based AI energy firm, is set to market its oil‑field safety and efficiency tools in the United States.
22 Jun 2026
Emaar Development PJSC posts 6.69% dividend yield as UAE market rallies
Emaar Development PJSC offers a 6.69% dividend yield, backed by AED59.76 billion market cap and rising Q1 sales, as the UAE market sees renewed optimism.
22 Jun 2026
UAE Government Adopts Agentic AI Models
The UAE government targets converting half of federal operations to Agentic AI models within two years to enhance efficiency.
22 Jun 2026