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20/11/2025

Dubai Airports is introducing a groundbreaking ‘red carpet’ experience at Al Maktoum International Airport, allowing passengers to travel without queues, check-in desks, or passport checks. Using advanced AI and smart facial recognition, travelers will move seamlessly through immigration in seconds. This new system, previously tested at DXB, aims to deliver a fully frictionless and personalized journey as all operations shift to the new Al Maktoum terminal by the early 2030s.

https://technewsme.com/dubai-plans-red-carpet-airport-experience-at-al-maktoum-with-no-passports-or-queues/

17/11/2025

Dubai Police has set a new Guinness World Record with the world’s fastest drone, reaching 580 km/h. Developed at the Unmanned Aerial Systems Center in collaboration with innovators Luke and Mike Bell, this milestone showcases Dubai Police’s commitment to advanced technology, rapid-response capabilities, and global leadership in security innovation.

Dubai Police has achieved another groundbreaking milestone, reinforcing its reputation as a global leader in security innovation.

13/11/2025

Apple introduces a new Digital ID feature in Apple Wallet, allowing U.S. users to securely store and present their ID using iPhone or Apple Watch. Initially accepted at TSA checkpoints in over 250 airports, the feature ensures privacy with encrypted, device-stored data and requires biometric approval for use. This expands Apple’s digital ID options beyond driver’s licenses and state IDs, while remaining for domestic use only.

Apple has rolled out its new Digital ID feature, allowing users to securely create and use a digital identification card within Apple Wallet using data from

12/11/2025

The UAE has launched its national 6G initiative, aiming to deliver ultra-fast, AI-powered networks up to 500 times faster than 5G. This ambitious project will enable futuristic technologies like holographic communication, autonomous transportation, and smart cities, positioning the UAE as a global leader in next-generation connectivity and digital innovation.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially unveiled its national 6G initiative, marking a bold leap toward the next generation of wireless technology.

11/11/2025

Egypt is set to become a major AI hub with the launch of AI Everything MEA Egypt 2026, bringing global tech leaders, investors, and policymakers to Cairo. Scheduled for February 2026, the event will showcase AI innovations, foster startup growth, and promote responsible AI deployment across the Middle East and Africa, positioning Egypt as a key player in the region’s digital transformation.

A major milestone for artificial intelligence (AI) in the Middle East and Africa has been set in motion as global AI leaders, government officials, and

10/11/2025

Global tech giants are offering millions of Indians free access to AI tools, including ChatGPT’s new low-cost ‘Go’ version, as they aim to capture the country’s vast, tech-savvy market. By partnering with major telecom operators, companies like OpenAI, Google, and Perplexity gain valuable user data while raising questions about privacy and regulation in India’s rapidly growing digital landscape.

Millions of Indians are now gaining free access to powerful artificial intelligence tools as global tech companies race to capture the country’s massive

07/11/2025

Saudi Arabia is set to make a major impact at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, as Invest Saudi showcases the Kingdom’s $14.9 billion investment in technology and its fast-growing digital economy, projected to hit $76 billion by 2030. Backed by Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia aims to position itself as a global hub for AI, e-commerce, and innovation, featuring key participants like SILZ, the Quality of Life Program, and the National Cybersecurity Authority.
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06/11/2025

Quantum technology, built on the puzzling principles of quantum mechanics, has the potential to revolutionize science and computing. While AI dominates today’s tech landscape with rapid growth and practical applications, quantum’s true power remains largely untapped. Experts see huge potential—especially if combined with AI—but caution that widespread impact is still years away. Both sectors are booming, but also come with hype and uncertainty.

There’s a saying in the tech world: when it comes to quantum technology, you can either explain it correctly or make it easy to understand but rarely both. Quantum mechanics, the foundation of quantum technology, is one of the most complex and puzzling areas of science, involving particles that be...

05/11/2025

Microsoft and G42 are expanding their strategic partnership with a $15.2 billion investment to accelerate the UAE’s digital transformation. The collaboration includes a 200MW data center expansion by Khazna Data Centers, enhancing Microsoft Azure’s sovereign cloud capabilities and advancing AI innovation, cybersecurity, and digital skills development, with operations expected to begin by the end of 2026.

Microsoft and G42 have announced a significant expansion of their strategic partnership to accelerate the UAE’s digital transformation.

04/11/2025

Google has pulled public access to its AI model Gemma after it falsely generated serious allegations against US Senator Marsha Blackburn and others. Originally intended for developers, the model's misuse by general users led to the spread of fabricated claims, raising concerns over AI-generated misinformation and prompting calls for stronger safeguards in AI deployment.

The controversy arose when the model was asked whether Blackburn had ever been accused of r**e.

03/11/2025

The Middle East is rapidly advancing its digital and AI infrastructure, led by major initiatives like Qatar’s “Smart Qatar 2030” with DELL, Oman’s smart hydrogen energy network with HPE, and Bahrain’s AI-powered government services project. Global tech giants including NVIDIA, DELL, and HPE are investing billions in regional partnerships, R&D centers, and talent development, cementing the region as a fast-growing hub for smart energy, digital governance, and AI innovation.

Furthering its AI ambitions, the Qatar Foundation for Research, Development and Innovation has teamed up with NVIDIA to launch the "Middle East AI Innovation

31/10/2025

United Arab Bank (UAB) has launched the UAB Jaywan Prepaid Card, a major step in the UAE’s journey toward a cashless, digitally empowered economy. Developed in collaboration with Network International, IDEMIA Secure Transactions, and Al Etihad Payments (AEP), the card supports the UAE’s national Payments Transformation strategy, enabling secure, locally processed transactions. Designed for everyday convenience and financial inclusion, it offers users a reliable, budget-friendly way to manage digital payments while reinforcing the nation’s financial sovereignty and innovation goals.

United Arab Bank (UAB) has officially introduced the UAB Jaywan Prepaid Card, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s ongoing digital payments