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The GCC

Emirates Keeps Seats While Expanding Starlink Connectivity on Flights

Emirates has confirmed that it will maintain its current flight schedule despite regional disruptions, while rolling out Starlink internet across a larger share of its fleet to boost passenger connectivity and differentiate its service offering.

Business & Economy

Dubai Launches Self Driving Taxis in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim

Dubai’s autonomous ride‑hailing service expands to the upscale Jumeirah and coastal Umm Suqeim districts, offering residents a glimpse of driverless mobility backed by local regulator approval and partnerships with global tech firms.

Startups & Leadership

UAE Startups Accelerate Autism Diagnostics Amid Rising Demand

As autism identification climbs across the region, Emirati entrepreneurs are launching affordable screening tools and tele‑health platforms, aiming to close gaps in access and reshape the care market for families and insurers.

AI & Tech

Apple’s New Siri AI Lets iPhone Users Add Calendar Events from Text

Apple’s latest Siri upgrade lets iPhone owners convert unstructured text, such as emails or flyers, into calendar entries with a single voice command, a feature that could streamline family scheduling and boost productivity across the UAE.

Crypto and Forex

Adia to Trim Lenskart Holding as Softbank Exits

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is set to off‑load a Rs 1,944 crore stake in eyewear retailer Lenskart, marking a swift portfolio shift after SoftBank’s recent divestment. The move underscores ADIA’s focus on liquidity and strategic rebalancing amid a dynamic regional.

Eco-Impact

UAE Hoteliers Celebrate Sustainability Wins at Gm Awards 2026

Dubai and Abu Dhabi properties led the 2026 GM Awards, securing top honours for energy efficiency, waste reduction and innovative green design, underscoring the Gulf’s growing commitment to eco‑friendly hospitality.

Global Insights

UK Pushes Big Tech to Tighten Image Controls for Minors

The UK government is urging major platforms to strengthen safeguards against the sharing of explicit images by young users, a move that could reshape content‑moderation policies and influence global tech‑sector investment.

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