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AI coding work is shifting fast, and the upside isn’t landing evenly. A study published in Science suggests AI-assisted coding is now woven into everyday software creation on GitHub. The authors tracked Python development over time and used a purpose-built detector to flag code that likely came from generative assistants such as ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot. For early-career developers, the signal is messy. Newer programmers lean on these tools more, yet the clearest performance gains show up among veterans. In other words, AI tends to reward people who already know how to steer it. How the study tracked AI code…
Dubai, UAE – 23 January 2026 – Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, has announced the general availability of Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Middle East (UAE) Region, enabling customers to unlock deeper data insights powered by AI to drive business innovation. The regional cloud expansion builds on the strong partnership momentum between Snowflake and AWS, with Snowflake doubling its transaction growth in AWS Marketplace YoY to exceed $2 billion in global sales in a calendar year. The UAE has been one of the countries to most decisively embrace AI as a driver of economic growth, with its National AI…
Robot vacuums are at their best when they quietly remove a chore from your week. The problem is most “cheap” ones still ask for constant attention, which defeats the purpose. This bObsweep Dustin self-empty robot vacuum and mop is $189.99, saving you $540 off the $729.99 compared value. At this price, it’s less of a splurge and more of a practical shortcut to cleaner floors with less effort. What you’re getting Dustin is a robot vacuum and mop with a self-emptying dock rated for up to 100 days of capacity. That’s the standout feature, because it means you are not…
UAE, 23 January 2025 – Huawei’s latest foldable smartphone, the HUAWEI Mate X7, transforms foldables from an interesting niche into a mature category. Elevating the foldable experience with meaningful advancements, this new phone brings a flagship-level camera system, a durable design with IP58 and IP59 ratings, a large-capacity battery, and fast charging to an immersive 8-inch foldable form factor. The device is available through the official Huawei online store and retail stores in the UAE. Packing an exceptional imaging experience, the Mate X7 seamlessly integrates professional-grade imaging capabilities into a slim and lightweight body. This groundbreaking leap is thanks to the…
The robot camera phone launch date is now official. Honor says its Robot Phone will get a global reveal at MWC Barcelona 2026, landing on March 1 in Barcelona. That date comes from the company’s media invite, which places the announcement inside its “AI Device Ecosystem Era” showcase. Beyond the timing, Honor is keeping the rest locked down, including core specs, pricing, and which markets will get it first. The moving camera is the hook The defining feature is a pop-up AI camera assistant built into the rear camera setup. Instead of a fixed camera bump, the Robot Phone is…
Dubai, UAE — The Monk, a chain of restaurants in Dubai, has unveiled a powerful public awareness film supporting the Dubai Government’s plastic ban directive—remarkably led by People of Determination, making it the first initiative of its kind in the UAE. The film anchors SHARE TO CARE by The Monk, a movement that unites sustainability, inclusion, and community action. Written and directed by Binesh Babu Panicker, the film titled “Raising Awareness with Rising Spirits” places People of Determination at the forefront of environmental advocacy. “This film proves that when the most inspiring voices lead the message, society listens. Our cast of…
Google Photos already packs a bunch of useful AI tools to help you edit photos. From removing unwanted objects or bystanders to completely restyling images, the app makes it easy to enhance your memories. Now, Google is adding a playful twist with its newest feature, Me Meme, which lets you turn yourself into your favorite memes in just a few taps. According to a recent post on Google’s support forums, Me Meme is a generative AI feature that lets you star in trending memes using a template and a photo of yourself. It’s rolling out in Google Photos for Android…
VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, in association with the Embassies of Czech Republic and the Federal Republic of Germany in Kuwait, has opened a state-of-the-art Visa Application Centre, to provide an enhanced visa application experience to residents in the State of Kuwait. The new premises feature an increased number of biometric enrolment counters to ensure a faster application process, alongside a refreshed look and feel that provides a comfortable, safe, secure, and privacy-enabled environment for all visitors. The renewed Visa Application Centre was inaugurated by H.E. Mr. Juraj Chmiel,…
Alongside new AI-powered features that turn PDFs into podcasts and presentations, Adobe’s latest Acrobat update introduces a handy conversational editing tool. Similar to the document editing capabilities Anthropic added to its Claude chatbot last year, Acrobat’s AI Assistant now lets users perform essential PDF tasks using natural-language prompts. Adobe says that the chat-based AI in Acrobat now offers a smarter and faster way to edit PDFs. Users can remove pages, text, comments, and images, add e-signatures and passwords, and handle other tasks simply by chatting with the AI. Instead of digging through menus or remembering where specific tools live, users…
WGS 2026 Hosts High Level Investment Forum Latin America & Caribbean, and World Laureates Summit’s Global First Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 22 January 2026: The 2026 edition of the World Governments Summit (WGS) will host the largest ever international participation since its inception and convene several landmark forums, underlining its rising global stature and significance. The roster of world-leading corporations and knowledge institutions at the global forum includes the International Monetary Fund (IMF), International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of The World Bank, as well as more than 35 heads of state, government delegations, and 150+ governments. WGS 2026 also hosts…