Google joins EU AI code, but warns of innovation

Google has joined a group of leading tech firms in signing the European Code of Conduct for Artificial Intelligence, marking a key milestone in Europe's AI oversight.

Apple shuts flagship China store as iPhone sales

Apple will shutter its flagship store in Dalian, China on August 9, the tech giant’s first-ever retail closure on the Chinese mainland.

Samsung Electronics secures $16.4 billion AI chip

Samsung Electronics has signed an agreement with Tesla to supply artificial intelligence (AI) semiconductors worth 22.8 trillion won (US$16.4 billion), a major win for the South Korean tech giant’s chip manufacturing business, which has recently faced challenges.

UAE banks to drop SMS OTPs, go for app-only

Starting July 25, banks across the UAE will begin phasing out one-time passwords (OTPs) sent via SMS and email, as part of a nationwide push to enhance digital banking security through app-based verification.

ChatGPT hits 2.5 billion daily requests as global

OpenAI’s flagship chatbot, ChatGPT, is witnessing explosive growth, now processing a staggering 2.5 billion user requests every day.

Apple goes live in Saudi Arabia with online store

Apple has officially entered the Saudi market with the launch of its online store and Apple Store app its first direct retail presence offering Arabic-language support and a full suite of products and services, including plans for its first physical store by 2026.

UAE’s botim unveils major redesign, expands

Botim, one of the UAE’s most downloaded apps, has rolled out a major redesign as it continues its transformation from a simple communication tool to a comprehensive digital finance platform.

Nepal bans Telegram citing rise in online fraud

The Nepal Telecommunication Authority (NTA) issued a notice ordering all telecommunication service providers to block Telegram with immediate effect on Friday late afternoon.

Beyond the search bar: OpenAI is bringing out a

In a bold move that could redefine how we interact with the internet, OpenAI — the minds behind ChatGPT — is preparing to launch its own artificial intelligence-powered web browser.

Google Pay goes live in Oman, expanding digital

Google has officially launched its digital payment service, Google Pay (also known as Google Wallet), in Oman, enabling Android smartphone users to make secure contactless payments in stores, apps, and online.

Insta-Safe: How Instagram is filtering the feed

With “Teen Accounts” rolling out across the MENA region, Instagram’s parent company Meta is flipping the script on youth safety, placing every user aged 13-17 behind a digital seatbelt the moment they join—or the next time they log in.

Meta moves to monetize WhatsApp, ads to be rolled

WhatsApp announced on Monday that it will introduce its first significant advertising features, marking a new chapter for the popular messaging platform.