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UAE Telecom Giant e& Revives Iconic Etisalat Branding to Drive AI Growth
UAE telecoms group e& is bringing back its original Etisalat brand name to mark its 50th anniversary and fuel future growth in the artificial intelligence sector.

Urgent Whistleblower Alert: The Growing Threat That Humans No Longer Control AI
A whistleblower issues a critical warning suggesting that humanity is losing control over artificial intelligence.

Assistive Tech Start-up Envision Faces Closure and Halts Product Development Unless a Partner is Found
Amsterdam-based accessibility start-up Envision will halt product development at the end of the year unless it finds a new partner, citing economic pressures and fierce competition.

UAE Emerges as a Global Pioneer in Agentic Artificial Intelligence Adoption, New Report Reveals
A recent survey by Dataiku reveals that UAE organisations lead the world in the adoption of agentic artificial intelligence, though challenges remain in monitoring and containing rogue AI agents.

Dubai Launches Pioneering Agentic AI Accelerator to Revolutionize Public Services
Dubai has launched a new accelerator programme to integrate agentic artificial intelligence into public-facing government services, aiming to future-proof operations and anticipate residents' needs.

World Space Week Explored: Which Nations Have Successfully Sent Humans to Space?
In celebration of World Space Week, this article explores the history of human spaceflight, detailing which nations have sent people into space, demographic trends among astronauts, and future missions.

Abu Dhabi Summit Focuses on AI Safety, Rapid Technology Growth, and Governance
Abu Dhabi's Ai Everything summit gathers global tech leaders to discuss AI safety, rapid technological advancements, and the emirate's push to become the world's first AI-native government by 2027.

Donald Trump Appoints Jay Clayton to Lead New AI 'Super Intelligence' Task Force
President Donald Trump has chosen Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead the newly established Super Intelligence Force aimed at guiding US artificial intelligence policy.

President Donald Trump Establishes New 'Super Intelligence Force' Led by Top Administration Officials
President Donald Trump has announced a new 'Super Intelligence Force' task force led by key administration officials to coordinate government engagement with the AI sector.

UAE's MBR Explorer Probe Reaches Final Testing Phase Ahead of 2028 Asteroid Belt Mission
The UAE's MBR Explorer probe has successfully completed vibration testing and is undergoing thermal trials as preparations continue for its 2028 launch toward the asteroid belt.

Jordan Confirms Arrest of Suspected ShinyHunters Hacker Following FBI Data Breach Claims
Jordan has confirmed the arrest of a suspected ShinyHunters hacker named Saif Al Din Khader, who is reportedly cooperating with the FBI following a massive data breach claim.

Why Trusting AI With Your Most Sensitive Information Is Far Riskier Than You Think
Experts warn that as generative artificial intelligence systems evolve to act on behalf of users, entrusting them with sensitive personal and professional data has become significantly less safe than previously assumed.

Anthropic Warns of Existential AI Risks and Self-Preserving Behaviors in Leaked IPO Prospectus
A leaked IPO prospectus reveals that Anthropic warned its AI models pose existential risks to humanity and can display self-preserving behaviors. The filing also highlights massive financial losses and staggering infrastructure spending plans as major tech companies rush toward public offerings.

Apple to Enhance Mac Privacy Controls Against AI Agents Following Meta Muse Concerns
Apple is introducing stricter privacy controls on Mac computers to counter potential risks from AI agents, following user complaints regarding Meta Platforms' Muse.

Google Tests Space-Based AI Data Centres via SpaceX Launch, Facing Hurdles from Experts
Google has successfully launched Project Suncatcher via a SpaceX mission to test running AI data centres in space. However, experts caution that significant engineering and logistical hurdles still lie ahead.

UAE Ranks Sixth Globally as Microsoft Highlights Rising Cyber Threats and AI Integration
A Microsoft report ranks the UAE sixth globally as a target for cyber attacks, prompting increased collaboration and AI-driven defense initiatives between the tech giant and national authorities.

Flydubai Incident Highlights Aviation Industry's Need for Continuous Learning and Rigorous Safety Reviews
A dramatic incident involving flydubai Flight FZ1073 highlights the critical need for the aviation industry to continuously learn from near misses and update safety procedures.

Understanding the Costs and Control of Artificial Intelligence in Europe
A look at the price Europe pays for keeping artificial intelligence under control, featuring a detailed video breakdown.

Typos and Backlash: Why Donald Trump's Attempt to Rebrand AI as 'Super Intelligence' Faces Resistance
California Governor Gavin Newsom has pushed back against US President Donald Trump's attempt to rebrand artificial intelligence as 'super intelligence', as polls show widespread public skepticism toward the technology.

Exploring How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Daily Life in China

Chinese Hackers Pose as AI Experts to Target US and Japanese Policy Minds
A new report from Proofpoint reveals that a China-aligned hacking group has been impersonating AI experts and former government officials to target US and Japanese policy minds.

Amnesty International Report Accuses Moroccan Intelligence of Using Espionage to Silence Journalists and Activists
Amnesty International has accused Moroccan intelligence of using Pegasus spyware and traditional surveillance to silence journalists and human rights activists.

Why Artificial Intelligence is Rapidly Becoming the World's New Universal Language
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the global workplace, countries like Singapore are leading initiatives to make AI literacy a universal second language for their populations.

Dubai Schools to Implement New AI Guidelines and Screen-Time Rules Next Year
Dubai's KHDA is introducing new guidelines next year to balance AI use and screen time in schools, while also developing a master plan to improve school accessibility across the emirate.
