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Why GCC payment systems need real-time fraud defence in the age of AI

Sun, 24 May 2026

The risk in digital payments is becoming more sophisticated as artificial intelligence gives fraudsters the ability to automate attacks, mimic legitimate behaviour and scale scams faster than traditional controls can respond, writes Sandeep Crasta.

Energy, Oil & Gas

Africa faces energy planning shift amid rapid AI expansion

Mon, 11 May 2026

AI is rapidly increasing global electricity demand, with data centres scaling to gigawatt levels. Africa faces a mismatch between rising AI-driven needs and incremental energy planning, requiring more reliable, large-scale, integrated power infrastructure development.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

TBO partners with Vervotech for AI-driven hotel mapping

Mon, 11 May 2026

TBO, a B2B travel distribution platform, has renewed its collaboration with Vervotech to integrate advanced hotel mapping capabilities, reinforcing a previously established partnership between the two companies.

IT & Telecommunications

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.

IT & Telecommunications

Meta unveils first AI model from superintelligence team

Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Meta Platforms has launched its debut AI model Muse Spark, thus marking the first release from the company's Superintelligence group. Designed to boost Meta's products, Muse Spark is a compact yet powerful model capable of complex reasoning in various fields, including science and math.

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Only 11% of banks have cracked the code on trustworthy AI: study

Tue, 07 Apr 2026

Even as AI spending surges, few banks have established the necessary governance and guardrails – and nearly half misjudge their own AI readiness, says a study.

IT & Telecommunications

Cloud Box Tech names new regional AI chief

Mon, 06 Apr 2026

Cloud Box Technologies, a leading systems integrator and IT services specialist in the Middle East, has announces its AI-first strategy with the introduction of a focused three-pillar framework led by Laxmi Nageswari as the Chief AI Officer (CAIO).

IT & Telecommunications

Cloud Box Tech names new regional AI chief

Mon, 06 Apr 2026

Cloud Box Technologies, a leading systems integrator and IT services specialist in the Middle East, has announces its AI-first strategy with the introduction of a focused three-pillar framework led by Laxmi Nageswari as the Chief AI Officer (CAIO).

Analysis, Interviews, Opinions

Students have become poor thinkers because of AI: report

Fri, 03 Apr 2026

Teachers have warned that the rapid adoption of AI is reshaping how students learn, eroding basic skills like writing, spelling, problem-solving, and critical thinking, while raising questions about motivation, human interaction, and equity, a new report says.

Construction & Real Estate

Msheireb Properties, Meeza join hands to launch AI digital companion

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

Qatar-based Msheireb Properties has signed an agreement with Meeza to introduce its AI digital companion across its key development in a significant boost to its smart city capabilities. Developed by Hewlett Packard, the AI solution is being deployed across 15 smart kiosks throughout Msheireb Downtown Doha.