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Spotify may soon make it easier to organize playlists on mobile devices. A new report suggests the music streaming service is working on bringing playlist folder management to its mobile app, something users have been asking for for years. Playlist folders are not new to Spotify. The feature has existed since 2010 and allows users to group multiple playlists under a single folder for easier management. However, it currently has a limitation. While playlist folders sync across devices, users can only create and manage folders using Spotify’s desktop app or web player. What’s changing and when? Android Authority has spotted…

Abu Dhabi, 16 March 2026: HRE Development has contributed AED 100 million in support of the “Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans” campaign, launched by the Endowments and Minors’ Funds Authority – Awqaf Abu Dhabi under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE. The contribution comes amid growing participation from individuals and institutions across the community in support of the campaign, which aims to establish a sustainable endowment funding source dedicated to orphan care in the UAE, contributing to stronger social cohesion and reinforcing the deeply rooted values of generosity and giving…

Robot vacuum cleaners have evolved rapidly over the past decade. Early models focused mainly on basic automation – moving around a home and cleaning floors with minimal input. But as homes become more complex, simply offering stronger suction or longer battery life is no longer enough. What homeowners increasingly want is a system that can understand its environment and make intelligent decisions about cleaning. That shift toward smarter automation is exactly what Roborock is aiming to achieve with its latest flagship robot vacuum, the Roborock Saros 20. Designed for modern homes with mixed flooring, carpets, thresholds, and dense furniture layouts,…

Dubai, UAE, 16 March 2026 – Al Mal Capital REIT (“AMCREIT”), the first REIT listed on DFM, regulated by the UAE’s Capital Market Authority, and managed by Al Mal Capital PSC (“Al Mal Capital”), a subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC, announced today that the REIT will distribute a final dividend of 3.75 fils per unit for the second half of the financial year ended 31 December 2025, amounting to a total distribution of AED 26,295,540 million (as against AED 19,270,871 for six months ended 30 June 2025). The distribution, in line with AMCREIT’s Investment Policy and CMA regulations, is declared on the enhanced capital base…

Samsung’s ambitious tri-fold experiment may already be winding down, just months after the Galaxy Z TriFold first hit the market. A report from South Korean outlet Dong-A Ilbo claims that Samsung will pause Galaxy Z TriFold sales in its home market starting March 17. The report cites industry sources familiar with the company’s plans who say that Samsung has decided to halt domestic shipments for now. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold in December 2025 as its most advanced foldable phone yet. Instead of a book-style design like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, it features a dual-hinge layout that unfolds…

A Look At The Middle East’s 100 Biggest Players In The Market Total market cap across the 100 companies stands at $3.7 trillion. The UAE remains at the top with 35 companies, followed by Saudi Arabia with 34 firms Saudi Arabia leads in terms of market value, accounting for about 64% of the total. The energy sector dominates in terms of market value, driven primarily by Aramco. Dubai, March 16, 2026: Forbes Middle East has released its ranking of the 100 Most Valuable Companies in the Middle East, highlighting the firms leaving their mark in the region’s capital markets and…

Remember that green-on-black terminal cascade from The Matrix? A new browser-based operating system called Aether OS just dropped into alpha, and it brings that whole cyberpunk aesthetic with it. You can now run an entire desktop environment inside a browser tab, complete with window management, a file system, and 42 built-in apps that connect directly to Bluesky‘s AT Protocol. The project treats decentralized protocols as first-class citizens instead of bolting them onto a traditional OS. That means your Bluesky account and other public records on the AT Protocol network become part of the operating system itself. A full creative suite…

AED 6 BILLION IN 72 HOURS: MANCHESTER CITY YAS RESIDENCES BY OHANA DEVELOPMENT, SETS NEW SALES RECORD IN ABU DHABI • 35% of investors are Emiratis, while 65% are expatriates and international investors• Milestone reflects strong demand for the project and continued confidence in the UAE’s real estate sector Abu Dhabi, UAE – 16 March 2026 — Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer renowned for its luxury projects, has recorded AED 6 billion in sales within 72 hours for Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana, a gated waterfront community located along Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi, setting a new…

A recently disclosed vulnerability in Google’s Gemini AI panel could have allowed hackers to hijack the feature and access sensitive data on a user’s device. Researchers at Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 first discovered the flaw, which is labeled as CVE-2026-0628. According to the report, the issue stemmed from how Chrome handled permissions for the Gemini side panel. This is a browser feature that integrates Google’s AI assistant directly into the browsing experience. The discovered vulnerability could have enabled malicious browser extensions with basic permissions to inject code into the Gemini panel. Since the Gemini panel runs with elevated privileges…

As travellers across the Middle East begin planning their Eid holidays, Thailand continues to stand out as one of the region’s most popular long-haul destinations. With vibrant cities, tropical islands and warm hospitality, the country offers an ideal setting for families and groups looking to celebrate the festive break somewhere memorable. Thailand maintains it’s spot as one of the most sought after destinations for Eid breaks from Middle Eastern travellers. Recent tourism figures show strong travel momentum from the Middle East. Thailand welcomed more than 39 million international visitors in 2025, nearing pre-pandemic levels and reinforcing the country’s status as…