Author: Art Ryan

The small Gulf country of Oman is now poised to become a pioneer in the development of AI-powered tourism as Visit Oman introduces an AI digital hub that will revolutionize the travel and tourism industry all over the world. AI-Based Digital Tourism Platform Transforms Travel Experiences One of the key features of the new platform is the AI digital hub designed to deliver a fully automated travel experience for the travelers from around the world who choose to visit Oman. The platform will connect tourists with more than 200 tourism providers, over 350+ experiences, and more than 140 hotels in…

Virgin Voyages has joined the ranks of travel brands leveraging artificial intelligence and rolled out its first AI assistant, Rovey. Powered by Google Cloud technology, the assistant is designed to revolutionize the way travelers think about cruising. The launch occurred at Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas and reflects Virgin Voyages’ vision of embracing technology to provide a top-notch cruise experience. 🤖 What Is Rovey AI? Rovey is an AI-powered booking assistant helping travel agents and travelers with planning the trip and booking a cruise. With its help, it’s easy to make decisions related to itinerary, destination, schedule, and activities.…

KAYAK has recently launched its new Ask AI tool that makes travel planning easier for people by using artificial intelligence technology. The tool was released amid increased global interest in traveling due to the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. How Does Ask AI Work? Using this tool, customers can plan their travels using conversational artificial intelligence technology, without switching tabs to search and compare information about various flights, hotels, and rental cars. Chat With an Artificial Intelligence Assistant While Booking Your Travel Arrangements The Ask AI tool developed by KAYAK allows users to start planning a travel trip with…

Athens, Greece — Ferryhopper, the leading ferry booking platform in the Mediterranean, has launched the first dedicated ferry booking app in the ChatGPT Apps Directory. This brings specialized ferry search into the rapidly growing world of conversational AI. The launch also marks a milestone for the local tech ecosystem. Ferryhopper becomes the first Greek travel company to publish a ChatGPT app. The Ferryhopper app is built specifically for sea travel. It offers a deeper, more intuitive experience for travelers navigating the complex world of ferry routes, island hopping, and Mediterranean crossings. Direct access to real-time global data By integrating Ferryhopper’s…

Traveling planning technology is constantly evolving. One of the most important recent inventions is the emergence of generative AI for travel planning. It has revolutionized the field. Now, it reduces the necessity to spend hours on finding flights, choosing between hotels, creating an itinerary and other essential travel-related aspects. The principle of work of generative AI relies upon processing of big amounts of data. This is followed by creation of personalized content for the users. Thus, it provides a unique opportunity for travelers to create their travel planning schedule depending on their needs. Itinerary creation is one of the most…

It is apparent that Pony.ai is trying to make some progress in the ongoing race for self-driving vehicles, which is reflected in the implementation of driverless robotaxi trials in Dubai, which signifies the company’s aspirations not only to go beyond its domestic market and operate abroad but also to meet Dubai’s ambitions of creating a smart transport system worldwide. The new pilot program is aimed at implementing fully driverless robotaxis in the city’s infrastructure and is based on a cooperation with the authorities of Dubai. It should be noted that the new program differs from those implemented before, as earlier…

Today artificial intelligence is radically changing the global workforce and the UK cannot be an exception. It should be noted that the number of executives who realize how much impact artificial intelligence can bring about concerning employment is rapidly increasing. Recently, about 40% of business people stated that AI job reductions will occur in the course of the upcoming decade. The mentioned statement can be viewed as evidence of another stage in business evolution. It is well known that previously artificial intelligence was considered to be the way to increase the productivity level and reduce costs. However, currently the capability…

Artificial Intelligence is evolving very fast and changes dramatically how software is being developed. Many startups working on AI-based solutions experience tremendous growth. One example is Cursor, an AI coding platform that allegedly plans to achieve the valuation worth $50 billion. Such figures show that the market needs such a solution. As the main product offering, Cursor provides developers with AI that works inside the IDEs. In practice, it means that when using the tool, coders do not have to type everything on their own. Instead, there will be suggestions, generated codes, and debugging assistance provided. Since more and more…

The future of travel 2026 will depend on several key factors, including artificial intelligence (AI), growing awareness of mental wellbeing, and sustainability. Travelers will seek experiences that make them feel comfortable, relaxed, and connected to their surroundings. AI will play a major role by personalizing trips and simplifying decisions, while a stronger focus on wellness and eco-friendly choices will shape how people plan and enjoy their journeys. As a means of increasing value, AI will enable travel companies to provide customers with tailor-made experiences. Traveling will become even simpler thanks to AI-powered systems. Customers will be able to use various…

Recently, one of the biggest Swedish companies, Ericsson, announced earnings that failed to meet market expectations. Thus, there are new concerns regarding decreasing demand in North America. This region is essential for its business. In spite of being one of the biggest suppliers of 5G infrastructure around the globe, Ericsson faces a series of challenges. These can influence its further performance. The first and most significant reason why the company did not succeed in meeting market expectations is a slight decrease in the level of operating profit. The profit became lower than expected. The decrease resulted from weaker sales due…

The acceleration of digital transformation by means of using Salesforce AI is happening faster than ever. Now, it provides small businesses in the Gulf with enterprise-grade artificial intelligence tools. As a result, there is more awareness about the Salesforce AI GCC small businesses solutions. This also increases awareness of their impact on the development and efficiency of companies in this region. As a part of the current trend of implementing innovations, Salesforce is now working on extending its offer to startups and small businesses. By doing so, it aims to ensure that enterprise-level AI becomes available even to smaller firms…

Cerebras, a new competitor for Nvidia in the AI chips niche, has already started the IPO process. Cerebras’ IPO filing was filed with the SEC. This signals the beginning of a new round in the race between tech titans to dominate the artificial intelligence space. California-based Cerebras aims to go public under the ticker “CBRS” on the Nasdaq stock exchange. Previously, the company has delayed its public listing due to the uncertain business environment. Now, its management decided to go through with the plan. This decision takes into account investor interest in AI-driven technologies and their products. In the era…

Sequoia’s latest $7 billion fund for investing in the AI space shows how strongly Sequoia feels about the future of artificial intelligence. The company, therefore, is not only demonstrating confidence in the future of the sector. It is also going through a period of strategic leadership transitions. Sequoia is changing priorities for long-term investments as well. Furthermore, Sequoia is taking advantage of one of the most competitive spaces in technology. The reason why Sequoia is focusing on AI can be explained by growing interest around the world in developing innovations powered by artificial intelligence. With the help of the latest…

In addition to numerous other innovative features, Netflix is once again changing the face of digital entertainment. The company is testing a new vertical video feed with the help of AI recommendations. According to the recently published TechCrunch article, this novel feature can revolutionize the way people find entertainment. Moreover, it may impact one of the leading platforms.Unlike before, users would be able to swipe up and down a feed of vertical clips of movies and TV shows. This is different from going through endless rows of thumbnail images. Similar to social media apps such as TikTok and Instagram Reels,…

Stellantis is putting more money into artificial intelligence. It is strengthening its partnership with Microsoft to change the way people move around in the future. The global car company is speeding up its digital transformation plan by using AI to make things easier for customers. Additionally, it is improving operations throughout the company. The main goal of this partnership is to bring advanced AI technologies into Stellantis’ ecosystem. The company wants to make its vehicles smarter and more connected by using Microsoft’s cloud and AI technologies. It also wants to improve how customers interact with its brands. One of the…

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is using AI to reach new heights. The world’s biggest chipmaker said that its profits in the first quarter shot up by 58%. This was mostly because of high demand for AI chips. The rise is part of a larger change happening in the tech industry. Companies are racing to make and use AI systems. As a result, there has been a huge increase in the need for powerful, high-performance chips. TSMC is right in the middle of that demand. Big companies like Nvidia and Apple rely on TSMC’s advanced manufacturing skills. These chips power…

American Express is moving even further into the future of finance by buying Hyper, an AI-powered expense management startup that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman supports. The move is part of a larger trend: big banks and other financial companies are racing to bring smarter, AI-powered tools into everyday business. Hyper’s main goal is to make managing expenses a lot easier. Its software can automatically scan receipts, sort expenses, and find spending patterns with very little help from people. What used to take a lot of time and effort is now much faster and more effective. American Express wants to improve…

Egypt is stepping into industrial AI in a big way with the launch of its first locally built system designed for real-world factory use. It’s a meaningful moment, not just for Egypt, but for the wider Middle East and North Africa region, where homegrown AI is starting to take shape and prove its value. This isn’t your typical all-purpose AI. It’s built specifically for industrial settings, working directly on factory floors. The idea is straightforward: boost efficiency, cut down on downtime, and help businesses make better decisions using real-time data. Whether it’s keeping an eye on machines or spotting potential…

NVIDIA has just introduced a new open-source AI model family called Ising, built to tackle two of the biggest challenges in quantum computing: keeping systems precisely calibrated and correcting errors fast enough for real-world use. The company positions it as the first open AI model suite designed specifically for quantum machines. The launch comes as the industry races to move beyond experiments and bring quantum computing into practical, real-world applications. That’s a big deal because quantum hardware is extremely delicate. Even the smallest disturbance can throw off results. Getting these systems tuned correctly can take a huge amount of time…

Google is making another big move in AI with a new feature that aims to make search results feel more personal and useful. The company is now rolling it out in the UAE, and the idea is simple: instead of giving everyone the same generic answers, Google can use your data, with your permission, to deliver results that better match what you’re looking for. This is an improvement on Google’s current AI-powered search, which already shows quick summaries at the top of the results. These summaries make hard questions easier to understand by getting information from a variety of sources…