Connectivity across Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, UAE, and India slowed sharply after Red Sea undersea cable cuts. Microsoft Azure confirmed increased latency, while watchdogs and telecom providers warned of regional disruptions amid growing geopolitical tensions over critical internet infrastructure

The company announced on Thursday that it plans to commence test flights of its Midnight aircraft in the coming months, targeting the launch of passenger services in Abu Dhabi later this year

The company also unveiled expanded Arabic language support for Meta AI, making it more accessible across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region

The company will also deploy its proprietary Galileo system, which enables real-time wind data analysis to optimize energy generation. The Suez Wind Energy project, with a total investment of USD 1.2 billion (EUR 1.16 billion), reached financial close earlier this year

The multinational project to develop a next-generation fighter jet, involving Japan, Britain, and Italy, is progressing rapidly, but emerging geopolitical concerns, particularly regarding Saudi Arabia's potential participation, are casting a shadow over the initiative

In 2024, the country has conducted hundreds of cloud-seeding missions, using cutting-edge technology to increase rainfall and secure its water supply, a critical resource in one of the driest regions of the world

Published in the scientific journal PLOS ONE on August 5, the study sheds new light on the construction methods of the 4,500-year-old Step Pyramid, which was built as a funerary complex for Pharaoh Djoser during Egypt's Third Dynasty

The system is among the first globally to operate drones beyond the visual line-of-sight, allowing for rapid deployment in emergency situations. This technological advancement is expected to significantly improve response times and enhance overall public safety

The two-day event, which took place at the Dubai AI Campus, attracted over 6,800 delegates from more than 100 countries. The festival served as a significant platform for exploring the commercial potential of AI and Web3 technologies

Despite the grand vision, the project has been met with both enthusiasm and criticism. The government’s plan to convert 16,800 square kilometers of desert into farmland by 2027 represents over half of Egypt’s total reclamation goal

A recent Elliptic report reveals that the rise of AI has enabled fraudsters to enhance cryptocurrency scams, using technologies like deepfakes to craft realistic hoaxes that deceive potential investors, complicating efforts to combat such fraudulent activities

In response to the impending fees, some residents are exploring options like purchasing seasonal parking cards, which could cost Dh4,500 per year, potentially easing the financial burden compared to daily metered parking expenses