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Art Dubai debut, new exhibitions, newly-launched talks, screenings and workshops for both adults and children, and Collectors’ Circle Caption: She would come back there to see her again the following day, Michiko Tsuda, 2014, Video Still Dubai, UAE; 26 February 2026: Dom Art Projects announces its programme for the upcoming Dubai Art Season, including marking its debut at Art Dubai with a booth in the Digital section showcasing works by Sofya Skidan (b. 1996, Russia), Michiko Tsuda (b.1980, Japan) and Kirill Makarov (b.1988, Russia). Alongside this, a new group exhibition, curated by Alexander Burenkov, titled Time That Grows Slowly, is slated to open…

A week back, Apple sent out invites to journalists for a special March 4th event, where the company is slated to release a slew of products. In fact, rumors suggest that Apple will reveal multiple products throughout the entire week, including a new low-cost MacBook, updated MacBook Airs and MacBook Pros, and iPhone 17e.  Now, Tim Cook has just posted on X, confirming the big Apple launch week ahead. He writes, “A big week ahead. It all starts Monday morning!” What products do we expect from the March week of madness The most anticipated product of the launch is likely…

Financing to support the UAE-based steelmaker’s expansion in low-carbon steel production Dubai, UAE, 26 February 2026: Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has successfully structured and completed a green facility for Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI). This financing will support the expansion of low-carbon steel production by AGSI, a leading private sector steel manufacturer and recycler in the UAE, noted for its low-emission production technology. AGSI, which operates with one of the lowest carbon footprints in the Middle East, will use the facility to increase low-carbon steel production capacity in response…

As AI systems become embedded in society, a new question is emerging: can they improve our lives beyond technical and creative tasks? Can they help humans as a race to make better decisions, make us less selfish, and foster better cooperation?  A recent study by researchers Arend Hintze and Christoph Adami explores exactly this question in their paper, “Promoting Cooperation in the Public Goods Game Using Artificial Intelligence Agents,” published in npj Complexity. The tragedy of the commons The tragedy of the commons is an economic theory where individuals, in a shared and limited resource environment, overuse and deplete the…

Dubai, Feb 26 – International developer BCD Global has acquired a second development site in Dubai South after its inaugural Dubai project was fully committed shortly after launch as the 70-year-old real estate group targets AED 300 million ($81.7 million) in UAE revenue in the first half of 2026. Angad Singh Bedi, CEO, and Amit Puri, Chairman of BCD Global, during the announcement of the company’s latest property acquisition in Dubai South The second acquisition follows the company’s entry into the Dubai market last month with a freehold residential project in Warsan, which broke ground amid strong investor participation and saw…

If you were betting on Samsung finally baking built-in magnets into the Galaxy S26 series this year, well — you lost. For the second year running, Samsung has skipped native Qi2 magnetic hardware across the entire S26 lineup. No MPP (Magnetic Power Profile), no satisfying snap onto your wireless charger. Just a phone that sits on a pad and hopes for the best with alignment. The reason? Space, apparently. Samsung didn’t include wireless charging magnets due to “space constraints” At the Unpacked event, when asked why the Galaxy S26 still misses out on magnets, a Samsung executive told Digital Trends…

Dubai, UAE, February 26, 2026: This Ramadan, The Empowering Women takes center stage at The Dubai Mall as one of the key driving forces behind Ramadan at The District, presented in partnership with EmpowerHer. The collaboration, part of the “Ramadan in Dubai” events, places community impact and children of determination at the heart of one of Dubai’s most prestigious Ramadan experiences. Taking place from February 26 to March 22, 2026 at The District on the Ground Floor of The Dubai Mall, the event will showcase a curated selection of fashion, jewelry, beauty and lifestyle brands within one of Dubai’s most prestigious…

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series is now up for pre-order, but this year’s launch feels a little underwhelming. The devices bring only minor upgrades over last year’s models, yet they come at higher prices, and even the early bonuses are less generous than in previous years. If you’re still planning to upgrade, though, there are a few worthwhile pre-order deals that can help soften the blow. Samsung.com Galaxy S26 series pre-order deals While Samsung is not offering a free storage upgrade with pre-orders this time, there are still some solid deals available if you place your order before retail availability begins…

The 150,000 sqm facility will establish operations for storage and distribution of heavy machinery and industrial equipment in KEZAD – Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 26 February 2026: Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, one of the largest operators of integrated and purpose-built economic zones in the region and Galadari Brothers’ Heavy Equipment Division have signed a 50-year land lease agreement for the establishment of a state-of-the-art facility in KEZAD A (KEZAD Al Ma’mourah). Galadari is investing AED 75 million in the proposed 150,000 sqm facility that will establish operations for storage and distribution of…

A new leak from Weibo suggests Apple‘s upcoming budget laptop could arrive without several expected features. The rumored sub-$1,000 machine might ditch True Tone display support, fast charging, and a backlit keyboard according to the post and other online sources. The 12.9-inch model would target the price range Apple hasn’t seriously addressed since the M1 MacBook Air. But buyers could face real tradeoffs to hit that lower price. The information also points to missing high-impedance headphone support and slower SSD storage than the MacBook Air and Pro. Display and charging get downgraded The screen and power setup might take the…