AI in travel planning underused globally despite

Artificial intelligence is proving to be a powerful tool for travelers, but a new global survey by Kaspersky shows it remains underused. Only 28% of respondents rely on AI for trip planning, yet 96% of those who do reported high satisfaction — underscoring both its promise and untapped potential.

AI-powered phishing, targeting biometrics and

A new report from Kaspersky reveals that phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, with attempts in the Middle East increasing by 21.5 percent in the second quarter of 2025.

TikTok removes over 16.5 million videos in MENA

TikTok announced the removal of over 16.5 million violative videos across the MENA region in the first quarter of 2025, according to its latest Community Guidelines Enforcement Report.

From kindergarten to PhD, UAE embeds AI across

The UAE is set to become a global leader in artificial intelligence education, embedding AI into its academic system from kindergarten to PhD.

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.