The UAE satellite MBZ-SAT beams its first signal back to Earth, showcasing Emirati innovation. Meanwhile, the UAE’s tech industry is on track for record-breaking growth in 2025. Plus, as U.S. TikTok users prepare for a potential ban, many are flocking to the Chinese social media app, RedNote.
May 2025
Smashi Business Show: UAE: AI as core subject, Emiratis Can Now Travel to Lebanon; G42, e& go to US
HEADLINES:
- UAE to have AI as core subject in government institutions - UAE lifts ban on Emiratis to travel to Lebanon, starting May 7
- Abu Dhabi's AI powerhouse G42 plans US investments
- Etisalat And (e&) launches regional office in Miami, US
- Dubai's DAMAC saves the day for ... Show More
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Jul 2019
Amazon Prime launches in the UAE, SoftBank, Tenderd and FreshtoHome raise investment, Tez win the Visa Everywhere Initiative and more.
Here's what's happening in the tech, startup and VC universe today: 1.Web Summit in talks with UAE for global tech event by 2022 2.SoftBank in talks with Saudi, UAE & Oman for second $100 billion Vision Fund 3.Tenderd raises $5.8 million seed 4.FreshToHome raises $11 million Seri ... Show More
12m 8s
Dec 2023
Propelled by ‘science for humanity,’ this Chinese AI startup sets sight on US
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, many Chinese tech companies find themselves recalibrating their overseas pursuits, often sidestepping any reference to their origin. One bold startup called DP Technology stands out from the crowd. Working to apply artificial intelligence to mol ... Show More
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