96% of EMEA Financial Services Organizations Believe They Need to Improve Their Resilience to Meet DORA Requirements
New Veeam survey uncovers top compliance challenges and the urgent need for holistic data resilience, six months after the DORA…
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Dubai launches world’s first icon classification for Human–Machine Collaboration in research and publications
Classification system sets new standard for transparency in the age of AI-assisted knowledge creation Dubai-United Arab Emirates, 17 July 2025:…
UAE and Bhutan Collaborate in Landmark ‘AI for Development’ Workshop to Foster Inclusive Growth
The UAE and Bhutan jointly hosted the “AI for Development” workshop to explore AI-driven solutions for entrepreneurship, tourism, and agriculture. The initiative highlights the UAE’s commitment to technological diplomacy and Bhutan’s innovative drive to leverage AI for inclusive socio-economic growth aligned with sustainable development.
Saudi Arabia Launches Esports World Cup with Record £51.5 Million Prize Pool
Saudi Arabia launches the Esports World Cup with a historic £51.5 million prize pool, drawing thousands of players and millions of fans. The event supports Vision 2030 goals, promotes gaming culture, and counters sportswashing claims by reflecting genuine local enthusiasm for esports.
UAE Femtech Startup Ovasave Raises $1.2M to Expand Fertility and Hormonal Health Services Across GCC
Ovasave raised $1.2 million to expand its digital fertility and hormonal health platform across the GCC. Backed by top investors and Abu Dhabi’s Hub71, the startup aims to enhance women’s health access through tech-driven, personalized solutions and corporate partnerships amid growing regional FemTech demand.
Wittify.ai Raises $1.5 Million Pre-Seed Funding to Advance Arabic AI Agents Across MENA
Wittify.ai raised $1.5 million from Saudi angel investors to develop AI agents with advanced Arabic speech recognition and text-to-speech across 25 dialects. The startup aims to empower businesses in MENA with no-code AI tools, advancing regional expansion and product innovation.
Pakistan’s Minister of State for Crypto Meets El Salvador’s President in Historic Bitcoin Diplomacy
Pakistan’s crypto minister’s historic meeting with El Salvador’s president initiates “Biplomacy,” focusing on Bitcoin cooperation. The signed LOI opens avenues for collaboration on digital asset policies, education, and financial inclusion, aligning with Pakistan’s expanding digital asset regulation and innovation efforts.
National Incubation Center for Aerospace Technologies (NICAT) Opens Applications for Cohort 6 to Drive Pakistan’s Innovation
NICAT opens Cohort 6 applications to scout startups advancing aerospace, defense, and deep tech in Pakistan. With strong industry integration and a founder-focused bootcamp model, NICAT aims to drive innovation, inclusion, and global competitiveness in frontier technologies.
Nepal’s Public Service Reform: Digitalisation, AI, and Capacity Building as the Way Forward
Nepal’s public service reform, inspired by UN forum insights, calls for digitalisation, AI integration, and capacity building. Despite progress, challenges remain in process efficiency and digital literacy. Sustained commitment, innovation, and citizen empowerment are essential for transformative, citizen-centric governance.
World Bank Report Highlights Growing Digital Financial Inclusion in Nepal Despite Low Mobile Money Usage
Nepal sees rising digital financial engagement despite low mobile money use, with mobile phones driving formal savings and payments. Gender gaps persist, but digital tools increasingly empower women. The World Bank highlights the role of digital finance in economic inclusion and resilience across developing countries.