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Yango Group secures Dubai AI Seal at top tier certification
Yango Group has been awarded the Dubai AI Seal at Tier S, the highest certification level granted by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI). The recognition places the company…
HONOR opens new experience store at Abu Dhabi’s Reem Mall on August 29
HONOR is set to expand its retail footprint in the UAE with the opening of a new HONOR Experience Store at Al Reem Mall in Abu Dhabi on Friday, August 29 at 7:00…
RØDE adds free NDI support to RØDECaster Video in landmark firmware update
RØDE has rolled out a major firmware update for the RØDECaster Video, adding full NDI® support at no cost and significantly expanding its capabilities for professional and creator-focused productions. The…
ASUS ExpertBook B3 series debuts as AI-powered business laptop lineup
ASUS has launched the ExpertBook B3 series, a new generation of AI-powered business laptops designed to balance portability, performance, and enterprise-grade security. Now available across the GCC, the lineup is positioned…
Foodics BI launches: AI analytics tool helps restaurants boost profits by 20%
Foodics has unveiled Foodics BI, an AI-powered analytics platform designed to give restaurants real-time, actionable insights into every aspect of their operations. Positioned as a business intelligence tool for C-level executives,…
Apple releases iOS 26 beta 8, likely the last before stable launch
Apple has released iOS 26 Beta 8, which many expect to be the final beta before the stable version rolls out alongside the iPhone 17 lineup next month. The first developer…
Netflix issues guidelines for generative AI use in film and TV productions
Netflix has formally issued guidelines on the use of generative AI in productions, setting boundaries for how its partner studios and filmmakers can integrate the technology. The move follows backlash last…
Google brings new pill-shaped Gemini overlay to Android devices
Google is rolling out a design change to Gemini on Android, introducing a new pill-shaped overlay that replaces the older rounded rectangle panel. The update, now appearing in both the stable (v16.32)…
AYN Thor pre-orders now open, starting at just $249
AYN has opened pre-orders for its first clamshell handheld, the AYN Thor, with pricing that undercuts many competitors in the growing dual-screen gaming market. The lineup starts at just $249. The…
Belkin launches UltraCharge Qi2 25W wireless charging lineup in UAE and KSA
Belkin has introduced its UltraCharge collection, a new lineup of Qi2-certified wireless chargers capable of delivering up to 25W of power. The three devices, announced today, are designed to support…
Roomy Finder app launches in Dubai to simplify shared living searches
Roomy Finder, a new app designed to streamline the search for shared living spaces, has officially launched in Dubai. Positioned as a platform tailored to the city’s fast-paced rental market,…
LG’s 2025 OLED and QNED evo TVs target gamers and movie fans alike
LG is positioning its latest OLED and QNED evo televisions as a centerpiece for at-home entertainment, whether for family movie nights or extended gaming sessions. With the summer heat keeping…
TikTok Ad Awards 2025 head to Riyadh, spotlighting creativity across METAP
TikTok has announced the return of its Ad Awards program in the METAP region (Middle East, Turkey, Africa, Pakistan, and South Asia), with the 2025 ceremony scheduled to take place…
Ayaneo’s KONKR Pocket Fit Elite launches in September for $399
Ayaneo, best known for its high-priced handheld gaming PCs, is preparing to expand its reach into a lower price tier with the launch of the Pocket Fit Elite. The new…
TikTok cuts hundreds of moderation jobs as AI takes over content policing
TikTok is preparing to cut hundreds of content moderation jobs as it accelerates its shift toward AI-driven enforcement. According to The Wall Street Journal, the layoffs will primarily affect staff…
Dyson launches V8 Cyclone Cordless vacuum with swappable battery and 150AW suction
Dyson has introduced the V8 Cyclone, a new cordless vacuum cleaner now available in China for 2,999 yuan (about $418). Positioned as the brand’s latest flagship in the V8 line,…
WhatsApp for iOS now lets you share to status directly from the share sheet
WhatsApp has rolled out an update for iOS that makes sharing media to status updates much faster and more intuitive. With version 25.22.83, users can now post photos, videos, and other content directly…
From deepfakes to text-to-video: a guide to identifying AI content online
Spotting AI-generated videos online has quickly become more challenging. Early deepfakes often gave themselves away with distorted faces, warped backgrounds, or other obvious glitches. But today’s AI video generators—powered by…