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UAE and KSA Lead Global Agentic AI Deployment, New Confluent Research Reveals Middle East organisations outpace global peers on AI production rollouts, with data streaming emerging as the infrastructure priority to sustain momentum The UAE and Saudi Arabia are among the global leaders in deploying agentic AI solutions, with 38% of organisations in both markets already running agentic AI in production. This figure sits among the highest recorded globally, according to Confluent’s 2026 Data Streaming Report. The findings position the Gulf as a frontrunner in translating AI ambition into operational reality. The report, which surveyed 4,625 IT leaders worldwide, also…
Valve has finally taken the wraps off one of the biggest unanswered questions surrounding its new Steam Machine: the price. After months of speculation, the company has confirmed that the compact living room gaming PC will start at $1,049, making it significantly more expensive than the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, or even many gaming laptops. Valve’s Steam Machine starts at $1,049 According to Valve, the base Steam Machine with 512GB of storage will retail for $1,049, while the 2TB variant is priced at $1,349. Buyers who don’t already own Valve’s recently launched Steam Controller will also need to factor…
First winner of ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’ initiative announced as citywide homeownership initiative gains momentum Indian expat Aysha Ameer won the first studio apartment awarded through the citywide ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’ initiative, which will see 12 residential units given away across Dubai. Left: Mohammed Feras Arayqat (Acting Vice President – Retail Calendar and Promotions at Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment) Right: Aysha Ameer, first winner of the Win Your Home in Dubai initiative Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 June, 2026: An Indian expat resident has become the first winner in the citywide ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’…
Android Auto is finally getting Google Meet, months after the video conferencing app made its debut on Apple CarPlay. Android users can now pull up scheduled meetings and dial recent contacts straight from their car’s display instead of reaching for their phone. How it works behind the wheel In a Workspace Updates blog, Google explains that Android Auto users who already have Google Meet installed on their phone will receive the feature automatically, and the only setup involved is a one-time restart of the app on the device itself. Once the phone connects to a supported head unit, Meet will…
The joint venture with Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) aims to pioneer digital transformation across Aqaba’s logistics and port sectors First phase of Aqaba ports’ truck management system successfully completed Aqaba, Jordan / Abu Dhabi, UAE – 18 June 2026: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of integrated trade, industry and logistics solutions, today announced the operational launch of Noatum Ports – Maqta Ayla Digital Solutions, a joint venture between AD Ports Group and Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC). The initiative marks a significant step towards reinforcing Aqaba’s position as a leading regional trade and logistics hub, while supporting Jordan’s…
Meta just expanded Instagram for TV to Samsung Smart TVs across the US, rolling out a bunch of new features built for group viewing. With Samsung now on board, Instagram for TV has officially landed on the three biggest connected TV platforms in the country. Today, we’re expanding Instagram for TV to Samsung TVs across the US and testing new features, like casting Reels and channels organized by interest, that help people connect around what they’re watching.https://t.co/VyNOh1bdMh— Meta Newsroom (@MetaNewsroom) June 22, 2026 Everything new in Instagram for TV on Samsung The Samsung rollout covers TVs from the 2020 model…
The review embargo for Valve’s Steam Machine is finally up, and after reading through impressions from major publications, one thing becomes immediately clear: the reviews aren’t nearly as mixed as social media would have you believe. In fact, there’s a surprising amount of consensus on what Valve got right and where it may have stumbled. Here’s how major reviewers rated the Steam Machine Digital Foundry: Called it “beautifully designed” and “virtually silent,” while noting that the premium price is difficult to ignore. Rock Paper Shotgun: Described it as a “quiet triumph of hardware design” and praised its unique appeal despite…
AD Ports Group Launches Integrated Logistics Services Between Khalifa Port and Umm Qasr Port to Strengthen Regional Trade Connectivity Abu Dhabi, UAE – 19 June 2026: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, industry, and logistics solutions, has launched integrated logistics services connecting Khalifa Port with Umm Qasr Port in Iraq, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and supporting existing trade corridors. The new service addresses growing container and Ro-Ro cargo volumes through a direct weekly shipping service linking Khalifa Port and Umm Qasr Port, thereby enhancing trade flows between Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and the…
Prime Day is often associated with upgrading devices inside the home, but some of the most interesting deals this year are focused on the spaces outside it. From June 23 to June 26, Sylvox is offering discounts of up to 28% on its Frameless Series Outdoor TVs, bringing down the cost of a category that has become increasingly relevant as homeowners invest more in their outdoor living spaces. The timing reflects a broader shift in how backyards, patios, and decks are being used. What were once occasional gathering spots are increasingly functioning as extensions of the home, doubling up as…
AI and digital economy opportunities in Shenzhen and Guangzhou among the key prospects looked into by emirate’s high-level delegation Government and business meetings held alongside participation in AIM Talks China 2026 Leading Chinese institutions engaged on investment and cooperation in emerging sectors As of June 2026, 851 Chinese companies are based in Sharjah Bilateral trade between Sharjah and China reached AED 6.3 billion in 2025 Guangdong, China, June 19, 2026 Sharjah is deepening its economic engagement with China as the emirate pursues new opportunities in artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, smart mobility and sustainable energy through a high-level mission…