United Arab Emirates (UAE) stories - Page 1

Proofpoint launches AI-powered communications governance solution on AWS, enhancing compliance and archiving for financial firms amid complex regulations.

The global intelligent transport system market is forecast to grow from USD $41.7bn in 2024 to USD $124.8bn by 2035, driven by urbanisation and tech advances.

QuikBot Technologies appoints three senior executives to bolster leadership and attract capital for expanding its autonomous urban logistics platform globally.

Kore ai has partnered with Inception to develop AI-driven products for enterprises, enhancing solutions in key sectors across the UAE and beyond.

InDebted has appointed Nic Chin as its new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Lachlan Heussler, to steer the company's ambitious growth plans.

Singapore-based Pepper Cloud has won the Google AI Trailblazers Transformation Award 2024 for its innovative WhatsApp Sales CRM, as it expands into global markets.

ClearGrid has secured USD $10 million to launch an AI-driven debt collection platform in MENA, aiming to transform inefficient practices in the region.

Binance has secured its first institutional investment, a groundbreaking USD $2 billion from Abu Dhabi's MGX, marking a pivotal moment in cryptocurrency.

Researchers from Proofpoint have revealed a sophisticated email-based cyberattack targeting key organisations in the UAE, employing stealthy malware called Sosano.

Dubai's Disrupt.com has unveiled plans to invest USD $100 million in AI startups globally, aiming to boost technological growth amid a challenging funding landscape.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds is set to expand into New Zealand with a NZD $75 million investment, opening three showrooms across the country.

UK publishers are at the forefront of diversifying mobile gaming ad spend, outpacing competitors by strategically tapping into emerging global markets.

Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.

Valentine's Day spending in the UK surged by 69.2% in 2025, driven by a rise in budget-friendly gifting and a growing trend for locally crafted presents.

Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.

Dubai International Arbitration Centre has teamed up with Opus 2 to launch an innovative arbitration platform, enhancing dispute resolution across the region.

XChain has launched its transaction monitoring services for Virtual Asset Service Providers in the UAE, enhancing compliance and risk management in the sector.

Meta has dismantled over two million accounts linked to global scam centres, collaborating with law enforcement to tackle sophisticated online fraud schemes.

A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.

Bain and Company's latest report predicts AI market to grow to $990 billion by 2027, driven by generative AI and sovereign AI ecosystems.