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Ericsson and Saudi Arabian based Mobily recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to test AI applications across the operator’s radio access network. The signing is part of a wider strategy to move towards autonomous operations. As part of the agreement the pair will explore distributed AI applications across RAN compute, radio and active antenna systems, alongside centralised AI use cases delivered through RAN applications on EIAP, Ericsson’s open network management and automation platform. The partners explained combining distributed and centralised AI could improve network performance and customer experience while boosting automation and energy efficiency. Greater network automation could also…
Dubai’s beloved Ripe Market is gearing up for its return and this season comes with an extra reason to celebrate. The popular outdoor weekend destination will mark 15 years of championing UAE farmers, homegrown brands, independent makers and family-friendly community experiences when it returns to Dubai Police Academy Park in Umm Suqeim this October. Running from October 10, until May 2, 2027, the market will take place every Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 9pm. That means there will be plenty of time to browse, eat, play and soak up the cooler-weather atmosphere, whether you are popping by for a…
DUBAI, 8th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Arab Media Summit Organising Committee has launched the Summit’s official website, providing guests, visitors and media with a single digital destination for information and services before and throughout the three-day event. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the directives of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Arab Media Summit 2026 is being held from 15 to 17…
ABU DHABI, 8th September, 2026 (WAM) — Etihad Airways has announced the launch of flights to Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast from 4th October 2026, adding a year-round leisure destination to its network via Red Sea International Airport in Tabuk Province, just over three hours from Abu Dhabi. Guests across Etihad’s network will be able to reach the Red Sea year-round with a single connection in Abu Dhabi, including from across the Gulf and the Indian subcontinent. The Red Sea will become Etihad’s sixth destination in Saudi Arabia, alongside Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Medina and Al Qassim. Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive…
The UAE’s engagement since October 7 was consistently directed toward de-escalation, regional stability and preventing violence. Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs underscores that the UAE Government does not comment on media stories or speculation regarding conversations between government leaders. The UAE’s engagement since October 7 was consistently directed toward de-escalation, regional stability and preventing violence. UAE and Israeli government entities have maintained open and direct lines of communication since the inception of the relationship more than five years ago. When necessary, all relevant intelligence has been and continues to be communicated between the relevant entities. Source: Emirates 24|7
Qualcomm on Tuesday said Amazon could buy up to $60 billion of its AI data-centre chips and related products under a long-term partnership, bolstering the chipmaker’s effort to become a major supplier of AI infrastructure.The deal also highlights increasingly intertwined financing in the AI boom, with Qualcomm granting Amazon warrants worth about $4 billion that vest with product purchases and allow the cloud giant to buy shares at a fixed price of $161.26 apiece, according to a regulatory filing.Shares of San Diego, California-based Qualcomm rose more than 4%.The agreement is the latest sign Qualcomm’s efforts to diversify beyond smartphones are…
Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have shared new photographs from the actress’ second pregnancy as their daughter Dua celebrates her second birthday.The couple posted a series of black-and-white family portraits on Instagram on Tuesday, September 8. The images show Padukone displaying her baby bump while posing with Singh and their daughter.“Baby Dua and our hearts are getting bigger! Thank you for your blessings,” Singh wrote in the caption, tagging his wife.The post quickly received millions of likes, with actors including Akshara Haasan and Ayushmann Khurrana among those responding to the family photographs.Padukone and Singh had already announced in…
Afghanistan announced on Tuesday an all-format schedule that pits them against Bangladesh and Zimbabwe, with matches to be played at neutral venues starting next month.The war-torn nation will play all the matches in the UAE, starting with a one-off Test against Bangladesh from October 9.”Playing against Bangladesh and Zimbabwe across different formats will provide our players with valuable competitive opportunities,” Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) CEO Naseeb Khan said.The Test will be followed by a one-day international three-way series from October 17 to 23, with Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Zimbabwe facing each other once before the top two teams meet in the final.Afghanistan will then…
SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS, 8th September, 2026 (WAM) — SIATT, a Brazilian EDGE Group entity specialising in smart weapons, missile systems and systems integrator for Brazil’s strategic SisGAAz programme, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Safran Electronics & Defence to explore cooperation in missile systems, loitering munitions, coastal defence and related technologies. A key initiative under the agreement will be to establish solid rocket motor development and production capabilities at SIATT’s facilities in Brazil. The companies will also explore cooperation in critical technologies including inertial measurement and navigation systems, GNSS receivers, actuators, optronic sights and seekers. Hamad Al…
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026/27 Dubai Racing Carnival, which returns to Meydan Racecourse on Friday, November 6. The new season will feature 16 race meetings alongside new restaurants, hospitality packages and entertainment experiences. Racing will continue until March, with three feature meetings scheduled during the season. General admission tickets start at Dh10, while entry to Paddock Garden begins at Dh75. Hospitality packages are available from Dh345. New dining venues Bisou, Alba and Himitsu will join Meydan’s hospitality line-up this season. Dubai Racing Club has also partnered with The Meydan Hotel to introduce a hospitality experience at Silks…