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While the rest of the world is arguing about charging times, a Chinese automaker just launched an electric sedan that lets you swap its entire battery pack faster than most people make a decent cup of coffee.  GAC Aion officially unveiled the RT Super on April 8, 2026 (via CarNewsChina), a mid-size sedan with an entry price of roughly $13,000, as part of the company’s battery rental or subscription scheme. In other words, buyers pay for the car body upfront while leasing the battery separately for around $58 per month.  How does RT Super’s battery subscription model work? Although it…

PRIMARK OPENS ITS SECOND DUBAI STORE AT CITY CENTRE MIRDIF IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ALSHAYA GROUP Primark has officially opened its second store in Dubai at City Centre Mirdif, marking the brand’s continued expansion in the UAE just two weeks after its successful debut at Dubai Mall. In partnership with Alshaya Group, Primark is set to open a third Dubai store at Mall of the Emirates later this spring, followed by Bahrain and Qatar later this year. Kuwait | 9 April 2026 10:00 GST: Primark, the international fashion retailer known for its affordable fashion and everyday essentials, has officially opened its…

China’s Unitree Robotics is reportedly preparing to take its most affordable humanoid robot global. Industry sources suggest an international rollout may be on the horizon, with a potential US launch also on the cards. What does the Unitree R1 offer? Launched last year, the Unitree R1 is one of the most affordable humanoid robots out there, with a starting price of around $4,900. That makes it significantly cheaper than most existing humanoid robots, which typically cost well into the five figures. Despite its low price, the R1 is no slouch. It stands about 1.2 meters tall and weighs roughly 25-27…

Hayatna Launches “Guardians of the Homeland” Initiative in Appreciation of UAE Frontline Heroes. Hayatna, the leading national brand in the dairy and beverages sector, has announced the launch of its “Guardians of the Homeland” initiative, honoring the men and women on the frontlines who work tirelessly to protect society and ensure the safety, security, and stability of the United Arab Emirates. This initiative stems from Hayatna’s deep belief that the prosperity of any society is built on the continuous efforts and great sacrifices made by members of the armed forces, police, civil defense, and all those who remain vigilant to…

If you were planning to buy one of Motorola’s affordable smartphones in 2026, you’re in for a disappointment. Motorola has quietly increased the prices of its Moto G (2026) lineup in the United States. The revised prices reflect on the company’s official online stores, catching potential buyers completely off guard.  What is the extent of the Moto G (2026) price hike? The Moto G Play (2026), an affordable yet capable Android smartphone with a 6.7-inch LCD 120Hz screen, the Dimensity 6300 chipset, a 32MP rear camera, and a 5,200 mAh battery, now costs $249.99, up from its previous retail price…

Riviera Residences on Al Reem Island Enters Deep Foundation Works as MERED Maintains Construction Momentum Abu Dhabi, UAE – 09 April 2026: MERED, the award-winning developer, has announced that main piling operations are now progressing at Riviera Residences, a waterfront residential tower in Abu Dhabi, Al Reem Island. The milestone follows the completion of 60% of enabling works, including guide walls, shoring, contiguous piling, and ground improvement across both zones, as well as deep foundation works. The progress underscores the resilience of Abu Dhabi’s premium residential market and the strength of the emirate’s off-plan delivery. Michael Belton, CEO of MERED Riviera…

AMD has locked in the price for its Ryzen 9 9950X3D2, and it lands high at $899. This is a flagship desktop chip aimed at people who rely on fast systems every day and don’t want to rebuild everything just to get there. The processor introduces a dual 3D V-Cache setup, which AMD is using to push both gaming and heavy workloads forward at the same time. It also fits into the current AM5 ecosystem, so users with compatible boards and memory can upgrade without replacing the core of their system. It goes on sale April 22, though there’s no…

OPSWAT Launches AI-Native Pre-Execution Detection Engine for MetaDefender Platform New OPSWAT Predictive Alin AI engine prioritizes near-zero false positives to enable immediate, confident action in operationally sensitive environments Dubai, United Arab Emirates – April 9, 2026 – OPSWAT, a global leader in critical infrastructure protection (CIP) cybersecurity solutions, has announced OPSWAT Predictive Alin AI, its first proprietary AI-based threat detection engine for the MetaDefender™ Platform.   Evoto Benny Czarny – CEO – OPSWAT – This AI-based innovation introduces a new category of capability within the MetaDefender Platform, a high-confidence predictive layer that works alongside existing detection and prevention engines to assess malicious intent…

Robot dogs aren’t some new innovation, but one that can back to your sounds like science fiction. Researchers at Binghamton University say they have already built one, and it is meant to help the blind. The team from the university describes an AI-powered robotic guide dog system designed to aid the visually impaired users navigate indoor spaces while also communicating with them during the journey. The big twist is that it uses large language models (LLMs), specifically GPT-4, to make the robot more conversational and responsive than a traditional guide dog could be. How does the AI guide dog work?…

EY Academy launches AI-enabled Future-Ready Project Delivery Accelerator to strengthen delivery capability across the GCC New flagship programme equips project leaders with AI-enabled delivery practices and modern implementation capabilities to deliver complex transformation initiatives aligned with Vision 2030 and regional growth agendas Dubai, UAE – 9 April 2026: EY Academy  has announced the launch of the AI-enabled Future-Ready Project Delivery Accelerator,  a flagship applied learning journey designed to strengthen project delivery capability across GCC organisations and equip project leaders to manage complex, high-stakes transformation initiatives. Fazeela Gopalani, EY MENA Academy Leader Developed in response to growing regional demand, the accelerator combines…