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Modern residential building illustrating Dubai’s smart building growth

Dubai housing boom expands smart building opportunity

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Photo: Na Ngel / Pexels More than 564,000 homes are currently under construction across Dubai, creating a substantial pipeline for smart building technologies as developers increasingly integrate connected and digital systems into new residential projects. A new fam Properties analysis shows that more than 560,000 residential properties are currently under construction in
FORTIX 2026 security exhibition in Damascus, Syria

FORTIX 2026 security exhibition set for Damascus

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FORTIX 2026 brings security technology companies, government representatives and industry professionals to Damascus from October 25-28. Officially titled the Syria International Security and Safety Exhibition, FORTIX 2026 will provide a platform for international companies to showcase security and safety technologies, meet decision-makers and build business connections
Snowflake logo representing the company’s expanding AI and data presence in Saudi Arabia

Snowflake to announce Saudi MCIT initiative at LEAP 2026

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Snowflake plans to announce a strategic initiative with Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) during LEAP 2026, further expanding its involvement in the Kingdom’s AI and digital transformation ecosystem. Snowflake said in an announcement that the initiative will be unveiled as part of its participation at LEAP 2026, which runs from
FBI biometric testing at the 2026 Twins Days Festival

FBI Uses Twin Data to Test AI Facial Recognition

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Photo: FBI The FBI is using biometric data collected from participants at the 2026 Twins Days Festival to evaluate how well AI-powered facial recognition systems can distinguish between identical twins — one of the most difficult challenges in biometric identification. Every August, thousands of twins descend on Twinsburg, Ohio, for a festival that is part […]
Server racks inside a modern data center supporting generative AI infrastructure

Generative AI Market to Reach USD 1.66 Trillion by 2033

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Photo: Brett Sayles / Pexels The global generative AI market is projected to grow nearly ninefold by 2033, driven by enterprise adoption and rising investment in AI infrastructure, data centers, networking and cybersecurity. According to a new MarketsandMarkets report, the global generative AI market is expected to grow from USD 185.45 billion in 2026 to […]
Dubai skyline at night, ranked second in BCG Intelligent Cities Index 2026

Dubai Ranks Second in BCG Intelligent Cities Index

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Photo: AJ Ahamad / Pexels Dubai has ranked second globally in Boston Consulting Group’s (BCG) inaugural Intelligent Cities Index, behind London and ahead of New York City, Washington, DC, and Amsterdam. The BCG Intelligent Cities Index 2026 assesses how effectively cities use artificial intelligence, digital capabilities, and governance to improve outcomes for residents.
Hanwha Vision AI thermal camera detecting vessels, people and vehicles

Hanwha Vision launches AI thermal cameras for maritime security

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Photo: Hanwha Vision Hanwha Vision has launched a new VGA AI Thermal Camera series designed for perimeter protection, critical infrastructure, coastal surveillance and maritime security. According to Hanwha Vision, the new cameras combine ultra-sensitive thermal imaging with AI-based detection and classification of people, vehicles and vessels, enabling surveillance in
Classic Brass premium cabinet and door hardware

ASSA ABLOY acquires Classic Brass in the US

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ASSA ABLOY has acquired US-based Classic Brass, expanding its residential portfolio with premium, made-to-order cabinet and door hardware. ASSA ABLOY announced the acquisition of Classic Brass Inc., a manufacturer of premium architectural hardware based in Jamestown, New York. Founded in 1996, Classic Brass produces handcrafted cabinet and door hardware, with a focus on
Xperix RealScan SG10 fingerprint scanner for Saudi public-sector biometric projects

Xperix, Alyam Partner on Saudi Public-Sector Biometrics

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Xperix has signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi technology and security solutions provider Alyam Technical Trading to jointly pursue biometric identity, electronic document and border control projects across the Kingdom’s public sector. South Korean biometric technology company Xperix has entered into a strategic partnership with Alyam Technical Trading to

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  • Salman Al-Suhaibani of Najm and Fernando Pernigo of Solera sign AI claims partnership in Saudi Arabia
  • Modern residential building illustrating Dubai’s smart building growth
  • FORTIX 2026 security exhibition in Damascus, Syria
  • Snowflake logo representing the company’s expanding AI and data presence in Saudi Arabia
  • FBI biometric testing at the 2026 Twins Days Festival
  • Server racks inside a modern data center supporting generative AI infrastructure
  • Dubai skyline at night, ranked second in BCG Intelligent Cities Index 2026
  • Hanwha Vision AI thermal camera detecting vessels, people and vehicles
  • Classic Brass premium cabinet and door hardware

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