The number of Internet users in the Arab world is expected to rise to about 226 million by 2018. That’s according to the latest Arab Knowledge Economy report unveiled in Dubai, which says more than half of the region will have access to the Internet in the next two years. These figures exceed the estimated world average by about 7%. Among the GCC countries, Bahrain and Kuwait are expected to register the highest number of new internet users.
China relaxes visa rules for UK citizens on PM's trip to Beijing
China agreed to relax rules to allow some visa-free travel for British citizens on Thursday during a visit by Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Beijing, as part of a partnership deal which London hopes will help expand its service sector.
Tesla invests $2 billion in Musk's xAI, reiterates start of Cybercab production
Tesla has said on Wednesday it will invest $2 billion in CEO Elon Musk's artificial-intelligence company xAI, and that production plans for its Cybercab robotaxi were on track for this year.
flydubai invests in leadership programmes to strengthen internal talent
flydubai has launched two leadership programmes designed to accelerate internal talent growth, strengthen leadership capability and further embed a high-performance, values-driven work culture across the organisation.
Amazon cuts 16,000 corporate jobs, undoing pandemic-era hiring amid AI push
Amazon confirmed 16,000 corporate job cuts on Wednesday, completing a plan for around 30,000 since October while leaving open the possibility of further reductions.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed unveils AED 100 billion DIFC expansion plan
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the DIFC Zabeel District — a landmark expansion of the Dubai International Financial Centre.
