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Images: Supplied JETOUR has quietly climbed to become one of Dubai’s most recognised automotive brands — a remarkable achievement for a brand that has prioritised genuine customer connection over aggressive marketing. In October, the company welcomed global media to its headquarters in Wuhu, China, for the “Innovation·Defining the Future: JETOUR Global Media Alliance Tech Tour”, where it unveiled its pioneering GAIA architecture and the first model built on it: the G700.  With pure electric range of 130km and hybrid range extending to 1,200km, the G700 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds while offering capabilities including tank-turning, crab-walk mode,…

Image: Supplied The ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi will host the 2025 ADIPEC Exhibition and Conference from November 3-6. Held under the patronage of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and hosted by ADNOC, ADIPEC 2025 is expected to attract more than 205,000 visitors, including energy producers, policymakers, technology innovators, and investors. Billed as one of the world’s largest energy gatherings, ADIPEC brings together global leaders to promote collaboration and investment aimed at shaping a resilient and inclusive energy future. Since moving to ADNEC in 2006, the event has grown significantly, now occupying the full exhibition space as well…

Image: Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes From real-time payments and super wallets to open finance and hyper-personalisation, here’s how financial technology is evolving in the UAE and beyond — turning digital wallets into engines of inclusion, speed, and trust. Financial applications are no longer just tools; they are transforming the very fabric of how individuals and businesses experience and manage their money. What once began as simple digital wallets has evolved into platforms that foster financial inclusion, enable seamless daily transactions, and connect economies across borders. In observing the shifting landscape, I see six powerful trends emerging both in the…

Image: Supplied From Qatar’s record-breaking FIFA World Cup, which brought over 3.4 million fans together in stadiums, to Bahrain’s world-class Formula 1 Grand Prix and Oman’s rising status as a sailing destination, the Middle East is rapidly becoming a global stage for sport. As Dubai gears up to host the World Sports Summit this December under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the region stands on the brink of an even bigger opportunity: to lead the global revolution in sports technology. The Middle East’s commitment to integrating sports and technology is pioneering new ways to…

Image: Supplied ADNOC, Masdar, XRG and Microsoft on Sunday announced a strategic agreement to accelerate the use of artificial intelligence across ADNOC’s value chain and deliver energy solutions to support Microsoft’s global AI and data centre expansion. The collaboration, unveiled at the ENACT Majlis in Abu Dhabi ahead of ADIPEC, builds on ADNOC and Microsoft’s existing partnership and brings Masdar and XRG into the effort to develop sustainable energy projects and infrastructure for Microsoft’s global operations. Under the agreement, ADNOC and Microsoft will jointly develop and deploy AI agents to drive autonomous operations, improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Microsoft will…

Image: Supplied The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) market is forecast to reach Dh170bn ($46.33bn) by 2030, according to data from Grand View Research (GVR), underscoring the country’s growing role in the Middle East’s $166bn (Dh610bn) AI boom. The California-headquartered firm said the MENA AI market, valued at $11.92bn (Dh43.7bn) in 2023, is projected to expand almost fifteen-fold to $166.33bn (Dh610bn) by 2030, growing at an annual rate of 44.8 per cent. The report follows the UAE’s rollout of its first Arabic-language AI model earlier this year. “The Middle East, and especially the UAE, is no longer just an adopter of…

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently said that the company is doing “well more” than $13 billion in annual revenue — and he sounded a little testy when pressed on how it will pay for its massive spending commitments. His comments came up during a joint interview on the Bg2 podcast between Altman and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella about the partnership between their two companies. Host Brad Gerstner (who’s also founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital) brought up reports that the company is currently bringing in around $13 billion in revenue — a sizable amount, but one that’s dwarfed by more…

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Image: Supplied UAE telecom operator du has launched ‘Cloud Miner’, a cloud-based Bitcoin mining service designed to make cryptocurrency mining accessible to UAE residents without the need for specialised equipment or technical expertise. The service, part of du’s new sub-brand du Tech, allows users to rent computational power from du’s data centres across the UAE through a subscription-based model. Bidding for contracts will take place on Online Auction from November 3 to 9. du said the service simplifies cryptocurrency mining by removing barriers such as high electricity consumption and equipment maintenance. Subscribers can begin operations immediately after signing up and…

Image: Supplied As AI reshapes industries across the Middle East, Ainigma is betting on a people-first approach. The boutique AI consultancy headquartered in London and Amsterdam was founded in 2024 by Arne Mosselman. In October 2025, Ainigma formalised a partnership with regional communications consultancy TRACCS to help organisations across the Middle East adopt GenAI ethically and strategically. Through its partnership with TRACCS, the company aims to bridge the gap between technology and talent, driving practical adoption and measurable impact. In this interview, Mosselman discusses what “human-centric” AI really means, how it can amplify creativity rather than replace it, and why…