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Every Prime Day, I find myself paying just as much attention to the accessories as I do to the devices themselves. Our smartphones are getting thinner, more powerful, and undeniably more expensive. That makes high-quality protection a non-negotiable investment, and there’s no better time to lock it in than during a major sale. PITAKA is jumping right into the mix this year, slashing prices by up to 50% on its premium flagship protection. Headlining the shopping event are the ProGuard Case for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, the Ultra-Slim Cases for both the iPhone 17 series and Galaxy S26 Ultra,…

Dubai Government Human Resources Department Leads Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Work in the Agentic Age White Paper on Agentic AI Governance in Government HR Systems Presented Second Forum to Build on Insights and Recommendations Emerging from the First Edition Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 23 June 2026: The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has concluded the first edition of DGHR Multaqa 2026, held under the title “HR in the Agentic Age” and the theme “Agents at Work. Humans in Charge. Policy as Guide.” The forum served as a platform for dialogue around one of the most significant…

I don’t trust most Prime Day headphone deals at first glance. Too many lean on inflated list prices, vague “limited-time” banners, or brands you’ll never think about again after checkout. The five below have clearer reasons to buy: proven names, useful price drops, and enough review context to avoid gambling on mystery cans. Sony WH-1000XM5 – the safest premium ANC buy At $198, the Sony WH-1000XM5 is the easiest deal to recommend first. It’s down from $399.99, which puts one of Sony’s best-known noise-canceling headphones at 50% off. When we tested the XM5, it held up where most shoppers actually…

DIB Empowers Customers to Build a Stronger Financial Future Through New Savings Campaign Rooted in its commitment to Shariah-compliant financial empowerment, the new campaign offers eligible customers expected profit rates of up to 6.60% p.a. during the campaign period Dubai, UAE – 23 June 2026: DIB, the world’s leading Islamic financial group and the largest in the UAE, has launched a new Savings Campaign, reflecting the bank’s commitment to advancing financial wellbeing and empowering customers to build a more secure financial future. The new campaign under its Al Islami Savings Account proposition is designed to promote disciplined saving habits, enhance financial resilience,…

Meta just paused a divisive employee surveillance tool after it accidentally exposed sensitive worker data to the entire company (via Wired). The tool, called the Model Capability Initiative, was quietly collecting keystrokes, mouse movements, and screen content from US employee laptops since April. A surveillance program nobody asked for Meta rolled out MCI to train AI systems to use computer software the way humans do, with executives arguing that employees were the best possible source for that training data. More than 1,600 employees signed an internal petition protesting the program, warning that it introduced serious security and regulatory risks. One…

Middle East Leads Global Infrastructure Transition as AI, Resilience and Grid Modernization Accelerate, Siemens Report Finds Decarbonization remains the region’s top infrastructure priority, with 70% of organizations already setting direct and indirect emissions targets, compared with 58% globally. Industrial AI is accelerating operational transformation, with 62% expecting AI to reshape infrastructure operations within three years. Resilience has become the new efficiency, with 61% stating that industrial AI is making critical infrastructure more resilient. Grid modernization is central to the clean energy transition, with 64% identifying smart grids and grid software as crucial enablers. Dubai, UAE, 23 June 2026 – A…

There was a time when wearing smart glasses instantly marked you as a nerd, but those days are well behind us. Meta has teamed up with eyewear powerhouse EssilorLuxottica to make its Ray-Ban glasses look like normal specs, and the fashion side has come a long way. But an Italian startup thinks there is still room to have some fun, and I am here for it. What exactly are these Ontop covers? Meet Lorika, a self-described team of entrepreneurs under 30, and their first product called Ontop. The name fits, because these brightly colored frame covers sit right on top…

Huawei Unveils the HUAWEI Mate X7 Purple Edition in the UAE, Bringing Bold Elegance to Foldable Innovation UAE, 23 June 2026 – Huawei has announced the launch of the new HUAWEI Mate X7 Purple Edition in the UAE, introducing a striking new colourway to its flagship foldable smartphone lineup. Designed for users who value both advanced technology and standout style, the Purple Edition brings a fresh sense of sophistication to the HUAWEI Mate X7. With its bold finish and refined design, the new edition transforms the flagship foldable into a fashion-forward statement piece while maintaining the powerful performance and innovation…

NotebookLM flashcards are getting a useful upgrade. Google‘s note-taking tool now lets users edit generated questions, adjust answers, add new cards, and share finished decks with other people. Flashcards often need cleanup after the first pass. A generated card can be too broad, skip a key term, or frame an answer in a way that doesn’t match how a class expects students to explain it. The upgrade gives students more control after NotebookLM builds the deck. It also makes the feature feel less disposable, since a rough set can become something worth reviewing before an exam. Flashcards are now fully…

Abu Dhabi – 22 June 2026: The Abu Dhabi Registration Authority (ADRA), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s (ADDED) arm to develop and regulate the business sector, has reported a 21% increase in the number of new economic licences issued during the first quarter (January to March) of 2026, compared to the corresponding period in 2025. The strong growth rates in the number of new economic licences and categories across the emirate’s regions and economic sectors reaffirms the attractiveness of Abu Dhabi’s business ecosystem for quality investments and its ability to sustain growth despite the challenges witnessed across the…