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How Tim Cook Transformed Apple into a Multi-Trillion-Dollar Tech Giant
Over 15 years as CEO, Tim Cook led Apple to unprecedented financial milestones and global success through strategic leadership and navigation of geopolitical challenges. As he prepares to step down, his successor faces a new era of technological and regulatory hurdles.
Starlink Secures 10-Year UAE Licence: Will It Shake Up the Telecoms Market?
Elon Musk's Starlink has been granted a 10-year licence to offer satellite internet in the UAE, providing a new broadband alternative alongside established providers du and e&.
UAE Launches National Drive to Cultivate Emirati Science and Technology Experts
The UAE has launched a major national programme to develop Emirati experts in science and technology, led by a high-level committee chaired by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed.
Meta Agrees to $18 Billion Settlement Over Youth Mental Health Concerns
Meta has agreed to an $18 billion multistate settlement involving sweeping platform changes aimed at protecting teenage users, though critics argue the financial penalties do not go far enough.
Viral Streamer N3on Sparks Speculation Over Apparent Cameo in New Grand Theft Auto 6 Footage
New footage from Grand Theft Auto 6 has sparked speculation among fans that controversial streamer N3on makes a cameo appearance in the upcoming game.
How Palau's Heat-Resistant 'Super Coral' Offers Hope for Global Reefs
Scientists in Palau and Australia are cultivating heat-resistant "super coral" to help fragile ocean ecosystems survive the escalating climate crisis.
Egypt Prepares for Trial Operations of Landmark High-Speed Train from Ain Sokhna to Marsa Matrouh
Egypt's Transport Ministry is launching trial operations for the country's first high-speed electric train network connecting Ain Sokhna, al-Alamein, and Marsa Matrouh starting mid-September 2026.
President Donald Trump Establishes First-Ever US Space Academy During NASA Event
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing the country's first-ever Space Academy during a NASA ceremony in Texas honoring the Artemis II crew.
Examining Climate Change and Global Lessons from the Nepal-Tibet Flood Disaster
Scientists investigate the role of climate change in the Nepal-Tibet floods as global extreme weather events spark urgent discussions among experts.
Skepticism Greets Cambodia's Assertion That Cybercrime Scam Compounds Have Been Eradicated
Rights groups and analysts have expressed deep skepticism over Cambodia's official claim that it has completely eradicated all large-scale online scam compounds within its borders.
US Department of Justice Clarifies Statement, Distinguishing Between Targets and Victims in Chinese Hacking Campaign
The US Department of Justice revised its previous statements to clarify that several government agencies were targeted rather than compromised by Chinese hackers.
China's Tiangong Robot Shatters Human Sprint Records at Beijing Games
China's Tiangong Ultra humanoid robot completed a 100-metre sprint in 8.86 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, beating Usain Bolt's long-standing human world record.
Meta Reaches Landmark $18 Billion Settlement Over Child Safety and Addictive Platform Design
Meta has agreed to a landmark $18bn settlement with US states, forcing Instagram and Facebook to introduce safety features such as time limits and night curfews for teenage users.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif Honored by Nobel Sustainability Trust for Tech-Driven Environmental Initiatives
Pakistan's Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has been honored by the Nobel Sustainability Trust for utilizing technology to combat air pollution, climate change, and deforestation.
Beyond Participation: Empowering Emirati Women to Lead the Future of STEM
While Emirati women dominate STEM university enrollment and graduation rates, the true challenge lies in institutional conversion from participation to genuine technical leadership.
Step Inside Ancient Egypt: Virtual Reality Exhibition Blends History and Technology in Buenos Aires
An exhibition at La Rural’s Frers Hall in Buenos Aires is using cutting-edge virtual reality to let visitors explore ancient Egypt, space, and prehistoric Earth through immersive educational experiences.
GTA 6 Gameplay Reveal Proves Rockstar's Massive New World Is Worth the Long Wait
The first extended gameplay reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 showcases the massive scale of Leonida and the distinct personalities of leads Jason and Lucia ahead of its November release.
UAE Approves 10-Year Licence for Elon Musk's Starlink to Deliver Satellite Internet
The UAE has granted Elon Musk's Starlink a 10-year licence to provide satellite internet services to individuals, businesses, and government entities.
US Federal Judge Blocks Pentagon's Unlawful Blacklisting of AI Developer Anthropic
A US judge has blocked the Pentagon's blacklisting of AI firm Anthropic, ruling that the Department of Defense acted unlawfully when it designated the company a national security risk.
Trump Declares Emergency and Restricts Foreign Equipment in US Power Grid Over Security Concerns
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring a national emergency to restrict foreign-made equipment in the US electricity grid due to security risks.
Grieving Parents Question Meta's $18bn Settlement as High-Stakes Trial Ends Before Zuckerberg Testimony
Parents who lost children to social media harms have questioned Meta's $18bn settlement, arguing it prevents key evidence from coming to light and fails to fully address algorithmic dangers.
Meta Agrees to Massive Settlement and Platform Overhauls in US Youth Addiction Lawsuit
Meta Platforms has agreed to pay up to $16.68bn and implement stricter safety measures for minors on Facebook and Instagram to settle a major US youth addiction lawsuit.
Bill Gates Calls for 'Human-Reserved' Jobs Amid Rapid AI Expansion
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has warned that rapid advancements in artificial intelligence could disrupt the labor market, calling for 'human-reserved' jobs and urgent regulatory frameworks.
US Disrupts Chinese-Linked Hacking Operation Targeting NASA, Senate, and Government Agencies
The United States disrupted a China-affiliated hacking operation that targeted sensitive government bodies like NASA, the US Senate, and the Federal Reserve using platforms to hide attack origins.