IT & Telecommunications

IT & Telecommunications

UAE sets up National AI Test and Validation Lab

Tue, 05 May 2026

The UAE is setting a new global benchmark for the secure and responsible adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) with the establishment of the National AI Test and Validation Lab.

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RAK's Innovation City launches Blockchain-based digital business identity

Tue, 05 May 2026

Innovation City, the UAE’s premier AI-powered free zone in Ras Al Khaimah, has launched what is claimed to be the world’s first blockchain-based digital business identity system.

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WHX Tech to take place alongside World Health Expo in January in Dubai

Fri, 01 May 2026

The next edition of WHX Tech will take place from January 27–29, 2027 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The event will run alongside World Health Expo (WHX), the flagship global healthcare event.

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Oman sets up Artificial Intelligence Special Zone

Fri, 01 May 2026

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman has issued a Royal Decree establishing an Artificial Intelligence Special Zone in the Governorate of Muscat, Oman News Agency (ONA) reported.

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Beyon's Q1 revenue soars to $313m; net profit down

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Bahrain-based international technology group Beyon has recorded solid revenue growth for the first quarter hitting BD119 million ($313 million), up from last year's figure of BD117 million ($307 million), primarily driven by growth in digital services, while its net profit fell 15% to BD15.3 million ($40.6 million).

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Ooredoo Q1 revenue up 6%; net profit 4.7% to $274m

Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Ooredoo, a major telecom company, has announced a strong start to 2026, delivering higher profitability and solid earnings momentum in the first quarter.

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Cloudsdcs enters Saudi market with strategic AstroLabs tieup

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Cloudsdcs, a global enterprise cloud and cybersecurity specialist with over 20 years of experience, has announced its expansion into Saudi Arabia with support from AstroLabs, the Gulf’s premier business setup and growth platform.

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e& Q1 revenue surges 15% to $5.28bn

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

e&, the UAE-headquartered global technology group, reported a strong start to 2026 with a consolidated revenue of AED19.4 billion ($5.28 billion) in the first quarter, reflecting a 15.1 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth.

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Qiddiya signs up Cisco to power its new smart office HQ

Tue, 28 Apr 2026

Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), the developer of Qiddiya City, the capital of entertainment, sports, and culture in Saudi Arabia, has announced that it has signed up global technology leader Cisco to power its new smart office HQ through intelligent use of networking, collaboration and indoor navigation.

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Lenovo appoints new VP & GM to lead expansion in Saudi Arabia

Mon, 27 Apr 2026

Lenovo has appointed Salman Abdulghani Faqeeh as Vice President & General Manager, Saudi Arabia, reinforcing the company’s long term commitment to the kingdom as a strategic priority market and regional technology hub.