Tech Giants 6 April 2026 “Data embassies” and safeguarding digital assets during wartime To avoid collateral damage, countries consider ditching giant server hubs for smaller, distributed ones—especially now that military and civilian data live side-by-side. By Rina Chandran
Labor 2 April 2026 In the Gulf, GPS jamming leaves delivery drivers navigating blind The war has led to mass GPS-jamming, forcing drivers to rely on memory, landmarks, and phone calls.
EV Revolution 20 January 2026 China steers the Gulf’s driverless future as U.S. rivals stay home WeRide, Baidu, and Pony.ai are scaling robotaxi fleets across the Gulf while Waymo and Cruise focus on domestic markets.
Innovation 19 September 2025 The invisible backbone of the UAE’s AI superpower dreams The UAE's largest data center operator Khazna is challenging Western assumptions while building regional dominance.
Innovation 8 August 2025 The UAE is giving away its advanced AI The Gulf nation offers advanced software without fees or restrictions, positioning itself as a neutral tech power between the U.S. and China.
The Rise of AI 4 August 2025 Big Tech is building AI in the desert. The water may not last Tech giants are pouring oil riches into Middle East data centers as water scarcity threatens digital ambitions.
Q & A 25 July 2025 Saudi Aramco wants a Google spinoff to turn its waste into wealth The world’s biggest crude producer is partnering with SandboxAQ to turn captured carbon into profitable products.
The Rise of AI 24 June 2025 Can the Gulf buy its way to AI supremacy? Middle East nations have committed $2 trillion to artificial intelligence, computer chips, and defense, chasing tech supremacy that money alone may not guarantee.
Innovation 5 June 2025 Tech giants in the Gulf are building super-apps to dominate digital life From Dubai to Riyadh, apps are consolidating ride-hailing, payments, and delivery into single platforms.
