The UAE Cyber Security Council says 70% of smart home devices are exposed to hacking due to weak protection. ABU DHABI: The UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has issued a strong warning that 70 percent of smart home devices are at risk of cyberattacks if not secured properly. The announcement comes as part of its […]
Presight NewsPulse, an AI-powered news intelligence assistant, debuts on Microsoft Azure Marketplace offering executive-ready insights. ABU DHABI: Presight, the UAE-based global AI and big data analytics powerhouse, has launched its first product on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace — Presight NewsPulse, an AI-driven news assistant. The tool is now available for early access and is designed […]
UAE cybersecurity council urges users to enable automatic updates across devices to minimise risks from cyberattacks via outdated systems. ABU DHABI: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has issued a public advisory urging individuals and businesses across the country to regularly update all their digital devices, including smartphones, laptops, routers, web browsers, and smart home technologies. These […]
SpaceX successfully launched its Starship rocket on the 10th test flight after two delays, landing safely in the Indian Ocean. TEXAS: SpaceX announced on Tuesday the successful completion of the tenth test flight of its Starship rocket, achieving another milestone for the spacecraft’s development. The Starship vehicle, developed for missions to the Moon and Mars, […]
Elon Musk’s xAI has open-sourced its Grok 2.5 AI model, encouraging developers worldwide to explore and expand its capabilities using the focus keyphrase. WASHINGTON: Elon Musk’s AI startup, xAI, has officially released the Grok 2.5 artificial intelligence model as open-source, allowing researchers, developers, and technology enthusiasts to access and enhance the platform freely. The announcement […]
Scientists are testing a laser-free vision correction method using electrical currents and platinum contact lenses to reshape corneas. LOS ANGELES: A team of researchers has introduced a potential alternative to LASIK eye surgery that avoids the use of lasers altogether. The new approach, known as electromechanical reshaping (EMR), relies on electrical currents and a specially […]
NASA confirmed a Webb telescope find: a tiny new moon orbiting Uranus, marking a historic Uranus moon discovery unseen since Voyager 2. WASHINGTON: NASA has revealed that the James Webb Space Telescope has spotted a brand-new addition to the Uranian system — a small natural satellite named S/2025 U1. The Uranus moon discovery brings the […]
China successfully launched its ninth low Earth orbit satellite group aboard a Long March-6 rocket, expanding its internet constellation. BEIJING: China has taken another step in its ambitious space programme with the successful launch of a new low Earth orbit satellite group on Sunday. The satellites lifted off from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in […]
Beijing launches the World Humanoid Robot Games with 280 teams from 16 countries showcasing robotics in sports and skills challenges. BEIJING: The 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games officially opened in Beijing on Thursday, bringing together 280 teams from 16 countries—including the United States, Germany, and Italy—for three days of high-tech competitions in robotics and artificial […]
A new blood test using machine learning accurately detects early ovarian cancer, offering a breakthrough in women’s cancer diagnostics. DENVER: A pioneering blood test developed by U.S.-based AOA Dx has shown promising results in detecting early-stage ovarian cancer, offering new hope for faster diagnosis and treatment. The experimental test demonstrated a 92% accuracy rate in […]
Researchers from UAEU and Indian Institute of Technology have built an AI‑powered framework to accurately predict malaria outbreaks. AL AIN: Researchers at the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU), in partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras Zanzibar campus, have unveiled a pioneering framework for malaria outbreak prediction, blending artificial intelligence with mathematical epidemiology. This […]
