Science-Tech

Japan sanctions tech firms from UAE, India and China

Japan has imposed sanctions on a Bengaluru-based Indian technology company, along with at least nine other firms from various countries, for allegedly helping Russia evade punitive economic measures. The Japanese Foreign Ministry announced these actions, which include asset freezes and export bans. In addition to the Indian company, the sanctions target firms from China, Kazakhstan, […]

Is it time to downgrade to a dumbphone?

In today’s digital world filled with smartphones, more adults are choosing simpler “dumbphones” to escape social media and digital distractions. These basic phones, like older models, focus mainly on calls and texts, offering a straightforward user experience. Basic phones are becoming more popular in the U.S. as Gen Z aims to reduce time spent on […]

Is your holiday through Booking.com part of a phishing scam?

Toronto: Planning a holiday through Booking.com? You might want to double-check your booking. Recently, there have been concerns swirling around whether some bookings made through the seemingly popular travel platform are part of a larger AI phishing scam. Several travelers have reported issues such as arriving at their booked accommodations only to find no reservation […]

Promising new drug trial for Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukaemia Treatment

Washington: A recent study published in Cancer Discovery, a respected medical journal from the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), highlights promising findings from a phase 2 clinical trial involving the drug Trametinib. This trial focused on its effectiveness in treating relapsed or refractory (R/R) juvenile myelomonocytic leukaemia (JMML). The study reported that 7 out […]

UAE AI Office and Samsung partner to promote youth AI development

Dubai: The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office and Samsung Gulf Electronics have joined forces through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance the adoption and development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the UAE. The signing of the MoU is a crucial step towards achieving the UAE’s Artificial Intelligence Strategy goals […]

Unicorn founders affirm Dubai as prime hub for advanced tech at AI retreat

Dubai: The AI Retreat 2024, organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) in collaboration with the National Programme for Artificial Intelligence, recently convened to discuss the potential benefits of the Dubai Sandbox initiative. This platform aims to foster innovation by providing a space for innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech companies to develop and test […]

Saudi Arabia introduces Smart Robot near Prophet’s Mosque in Medinah for assistance

Medinah: The Madinah branch of the Saudi Ministry of Health unveiled the Smart Robot service on Saturday in the Central Area near the Prophet’s Mosque, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). This initiative aims to disseminate educational messages, guidance, and health instructions to pilgrims in over 96 languages worldwide, enhancing safety and awareness. […]

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