Saudi Arabia’s AI Adoption Reaches 45% as Mobile Data Usage Triples Global Average
Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation continues to accelerate, with 45.2% of internet users now adopting artificial intelligence tools and average mobile…
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Keeta Cuts Commissions for Over 2,000 SME Partners in Bahrain Amid Regional Disruption
Delivery platform Keeta has launched a 30-day commission reduction for eligible SME partners across Bahrain, covering the period from 6…
Lebanon’s President Invites Elon Musk to Boost Country’s Telecom Sector Amid Crisis
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun invited Elon Musk to Beirut after Musk expressed interest in Lebanon’s telecom sector. Discussions around Starlink satellite internet highlight hopes for improving Lebanon’s unstable telecom infrastructure amid financial and reconstruction challenges.
Ooredoo Appoints Asma Al Thani as Brand Ambassador to Inspire with ‘Beyond Boundaries’ Journey
Ooredoo has appointed Asma Al Thani as its Brand Ambassador. Al Thani, a pioneer in global exploration, is on a mission to become the first Arab to conquer all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks. This partnership aims to inspire through her journey, aligning with Ooredoo’s values of ambition and innovation.
First Response Healthcare Launches ‘Drect’ Mobile App to Revolutionize At-Home Healthcare Services
First Response Healthcare (FRH) has launched the Drect mobile app to enhance at-home healthcare services in Dubai. The app provides 24/7 access to doctors, pediatricians, and dentists, offering seamless booking and medical service tracking. It also integrates teleconsultation, reflecting FRH’s commitment to patient-first, technology-driven healthcare solutions.
Pakistani startup Virtuans AI acquired by US automotive tech firm AutoAcquire AI
AutoAcquire AI has acquired Pakistan-based Virtuans AI in a seven-figure deal, integrating its conversational AI technology to strengthen automation capabilities in the US automotive sector while highlighting the growing global relevance of Pakistan’s AI startup ecosystem.
Invisible Warfare: GPS Jamming Turns the Strait of Hormuz into a Maritime Minefield
Electronic warfare is scrambling GPS signals in the Strait of Hormuz, creating “ghost” ship clusters and heightening collision risks in a vital oil corridor. Experts warn that invisible electromagnetic battles between regional powers are making traditional navigation unreliable, forcing the maritime industry to adopt anti-jamming tech and alternative star-mapping systems.
Robo.ai announces proposed acquisition of QC Capital, an AI-Driven technology holding and venture-building platform
ABU DHABI, UAE, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO), a Nasdaq-listed UAE-based company, announced today that it has entered…
Bayanat and Autonomous a2z Announce Strategic Joint Venture for Autonomous Systems in UAE
Bayanat, a leading AI-powered geospatial solutions provider, and South Korean autonomous technology firm Autonomous a2z, have announced a joint venture to develop and deploy autonomous systems in the UAE and the wider MENA region. This partnership was launched at the DRIFTx event in Abu Dhabi, showcasing a teleoperated vehicle from South Korea, and aligns with UAE’s technological innovation goals.
Jordan Explores Telecom Cyber Incident Response Centre to Strengthen National Cybersecurity
Jordan’s Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) has discussed establishing a dedicated Cyber Incident Response Centre for the telecommunications sector, reinforcing efforts…