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Tuned Global boosts Twist Music's launch in UAE & Saudi Arabia

Tuned Global partners with Twist Music to expand its streaming service from Egypt into UAE and Saudi Arabia, enhancing regional access and tech features.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Risk & Compliance

New data shows AI-driven fraud surges, professionals unprepared

Most anti-fraud experts report a surge in AI-driven fraud, yet under 10% feel prepared to combat rising deepfake and synthetic identity threats.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Data Analytics

AI-powered deepfakes drive surge in global business & consumer fraud

AI-driven deepfakes are fuelling a global surge in fraud, with 77% of anti-fraud experts reporting increased incidents and 83% expecting further rises soon.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Hyperscale

Microsoft to enable in-country Copilot data processing by 2026

Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Nov 2025

ICT sector

More than a third of STEM professionals consider moving abroad

Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025

Fintech

Pave Bank secures USD $39M to expand programmable banking

Pave Bank secures USD $39 million to expand its programmable banking platform, merging traditional finance and digital asset management for institutions.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Oct 2025

Clean technologies

Malabar Gold & Diamonds expands to New Zealand with USD $75m plan

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has launched its first New Zealand store in Auckland, kicking off a USD $75m expansion across the country and creating over 80 jobs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025

EduTech

UAE launches first AI Centre of Excellence to boost local talent

The UAE has launched the Gulf's first AI Centre of Excellence in Abu Dhabi to develop local talent and advance sovereign AI capabilities with Australian partners.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025

Generative AI

Moscow Startup Summit offers RUB ₽1.2 billion to tech innovators

Startups at the Moscow Startup Summit secured investment offers exceeding RUB ₽1.2 billion, showcasing AI and deeptech innovations from 42 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025

Artificial Intelligence

L'Oréal reveals ten startup finalists for SAPMENA beauty tech

L'Oréal unveils ten startups shortlisted for its 2025 SAPMENA Beauty Tech Innovation Programme, competing to pilot projects and gain mentorship across 35 markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Digital Transformation

UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use

The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025

Human Capital Management

Deel launches global business visa service to ease HR challenges

Deel launches Business Visas service to simplify short-term international travel, easing HR burdens amid rising global business trips and regulatory changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025

Physical Security

Heatwave boosts Huski's global sales of champagne coolers

Taranaki's Huski sees global sales soar as its ice-free champagne coolers become top sellers amid record heatwaves worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025

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Risk & Compliance

Abacus Group opens Dubai office to meet rising IT demand

Abacus Group opens Dubai office in DIFC to meet soaring IT and cybersecurity demands of financial firms amid UAE's growing investment appeal.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

CloudSEK partners Seed Group to bring AI cyber defences to GCC

CloudSEK partners with Dubai's Seed Group to offer AI-driven cybersecurity tools across the GCC, marking a key expansion into the Middle East market.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Fintech

InsightAI secures INR ₹11 million to boost AI anti-money laundering

InsightAI raised INR ₹11 million in pre-seed funding to expand its AI-driven anti-money laundering solutions across India and the Middle East markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Partner Programmes

Osome recognised as leading AI business platform in fintech ranking

Osome, an AI-driven business platform, ranked among Singapore's top fintech firms for easing financial admin and aiding business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2025

Customer Experience

UK shoppers show rising trust in AI for peak holiday shopping

Nearly half of UK shoppers plan to use AI agents for holiday shopping, showing growing trust despite some security concerns ahead of the peak season.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025

Gaming

Apple upgrades Vision Pro with M5 chip, new band & visionOS 26

Apple launches an upgraded Vision Pro with M5 chip, new Dual Knit Band and visionOS 26, enhancing power, comfort and immersive spatial experiences.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2025

Digital Transformation

Azmarq Technovation launches Baynix.ai in Dubai to boost AI messaging

Azmarq Technovation has launched Baynix.ai in Dubai, offering AI-driven omnichannel messaging to enhance business communication across the Middle East and beyond.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025