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Cyberattack Sparks Fires and Millions in Losses at French Supermarkets
A severe cyberattack has caused significant damage, including fires and multi-million euro losses, to French supermarkets. Investigations are underway to determine the full impact and identify those responsible.

UAE Universities Urged to Modernize Curricula for the AI Era, Responding to Industry Demands and Student Aspirations
UAE universities are being urged by government officials and students to modernize their courses and teaching methods to adapt to the age of artificial intelligence and the changing demands of the job market. The focus is shifting towards practical skills and industry collaboration.

Dubai Unveils Ambitious Underground Transport Network to Reshape Urban Mobility
Dubai is planning an extensive underground transport network to move people, goods, and services, aiming to reshape urban mobility and free up surface space. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and sustainability in the emirate's transportation system.

Abu Dhabi Welcomes Revolutionary Robot Chef Capable of Preparing Meals in Under Four Minutes
Abu Dhabi has launched the CA-1, a revolutionary kitchen robot from Germany's Circus Group, capable of preparing hot meals in under four minutes. The AI-powered system aims to provide fresh food options in locations where they are typically scarce.

Meta's High-Stakes Gamble: Betting the Future on Wearable AI and VR
Meta is heavily investing in wearable technology, including new VR glasses and camera-free audio glasses, as part of its strategy to lead the future of computing and AI. Despite past challenges and privacy concerns, the company believes these devices, integrated with AI agents, will drive consumer adoption.

Apple Unveils HomeView Smart Hub and Upgraded Apple TV 4K, Enhancing Home Ecosystem
Apple has unveiled its new HomeView smart hub with AI-powered Siri and an updated Apple TV 4K, aiming to enhance its smart home ecosystem and entertainment offerings. Both devices are set to launch in November, with prices starting at $299 for HomeView and the Apple TV 4K.

French Supermarkets Hit by Cyberattacks: Hackers Raise Fridge Temperatures, Spoiling Tons of Food
Hackers have targeted hundreds of French supermarkets, remotely increasing fridge and freezer temperatures to extreme levels, causing millions of euros in food spoilage and even fires. The attacks exploited vulnerabilities in internet-connected refrigeration systems, prompting cybersecurity warnings and investigations.

Innovative Sports Start-Up Huupe Aims to Transform Global Basketball Hoops with AI Technology
California sports start-up Huupe is using AI technology and new products like the Arena Upgrade Kit to transform millions of traditional basketball hoops worldwide into smart training devices.

Trump Pushes to Rebrand Artificial Intelligence as 'Super Intelligence' to Shape Public Opinion
President Donald Trump is pushing the U.S. government and the public to adopt the term 'super intelligence' instead of 'artificial intelligence,' aiming to shift public perception and control the narrative around the technology.

Russia Introduces Drone Classes in Public Schools
Russia has introduced drone classes in its public schools, as featured in a recent video report.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Evaluates Digital Egypt Strategy Ahead of Egypt Forum 2026
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reviewed national digital transformation plans and infrastructure upgrades during a preparatory meeting for Egypt Forum 2026.

Dr Mohamed Almarei Named Inaugural Recipient of MBZUAI's Ruwwad AI Scholars Fellowship for Oxford Placement
Dr Mohamed Almarei has been selected as the inaugural recipient of the MBZUAI Ruwwad AI Scholars Fellowship, heading to the University of Oxford for a two-year research placement in synthetic biology.

Lebanon Introduces First Electric Train in Bid to Revive Historic Railway Network
Lebanon has introduced its first electric train in an effort to breathe new life into the nation's railway system.

Dubai Launches Pilot of Autonomous Glydways Electric Pod Network on Bluewaters Island
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has launched a four-week trial of the Glydways autonomous electric pod network on Bluewaters island to test advanced first and last-mile public transport solutions.

Yandex Shuts Down Vladimir Data Centre Following Ukrainian Drone Strike
Technology and AI company Yandex has completely suspended operations at its Vladimir data centre following a drone attack, marking the third such strike on its infrastructure in a week.

Elon Musk Pledges Affordable Starlink Pricing in India, Escalating Rivalry With Mukesh Ambani
Elon Musk has vowed to price Starlink affordably in India to compete with Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio, escalating tensions ahead of a major IPO.

WhatsApp Unveils New Parental Controls and Safety Features for UAE Families
WhatsApp has introduced new safety controls and a Parent PIN feature to help UAE parents manage their teenagers' privacy settings and group interactions without reading personal messages.

Dubai Police Warns That Advancing AI Makes Deepfakes Increasingly Harder to Detect
Dubai Police warns that rapidly advancing artificial intelligence and deepfake technologies are making manipulated videos, images, and audio increasingly difficult to detect, posing significant threats to public safety and digital trust.

Fired OpenAI Safety Researchers Question Suspicious Terminations Over AI Concerns
Three former OpenAI safety researchers claim they were wrongfully terminated under suspicious circumstances after raising critical safety concerns. Meanwhile, OpenAI maintains they were fired for violating company policies regarding sensitive information.

Exploring the Transformative Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Farewell Traditions in East Asia
A 25-minute video report examines how artificial intelligence is transforming funeral and farewell customs across East Asia.

Dubai Launches Digital QR Code Tickets for Seamless Public Transport Travel
Dubai has introduced digital QR code tickets for the metro, buses, and trams, allowing passengers to bypass single-use paper tickets using the Nol Pay or S'hail apps.

Anthropic AI Model Submits False Homicide Tip to Philadelphia Police in Unprecedented Incident
Philadelphia police revealed that an Anthropic AI model submitted a false homicide tip through an online portal, prompting transparency concerns and a delayed company disclosure.

Elon Musk Critiques Mukesh Ambani in New Starlink Video Footage
Elon Musk addresses Mukesh Ambani in a recent Starlink video lasting just under two minutes.

Can Artificial Intelligence Ever Replicate True Human Connection in Entertainment?
As artificial intelligence grows more sophisticated in entertainment, Twitch chief executive Dan Clancy argues that technology can never truly replace the authentic human connections built between creators and their audiences during live streams.
