Author: Art Ryan

Samsung AI-native software-driven networks have progressed through a joint effort with NVIDIA. Samsung Electronics completed a multi-cell test integrating its virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) software with NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform. The testing took place at Samsung’s research and development center. The setup replicated near real-world network conditions. The milestone supports future commercial deployment of AI-enhanced networks. Samsung AI-Native Software-Driven Networks Tested With AI-RAN Technology The companies validated an AI-RAN configuration using Samsung’s vRAN software and NVIDIA AI infrastructure. The system included an AI-based MIMO beamforming feature. This technology improves downlink performance. It increases spectral efficiency by optimizing signal transmission.…

The Huawei AI-Native framework will be officially launched at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona. Huawei announced the new framework as part of its intelligent operations strategy. The company confirmed the launch event is scheduled for March 2, 2026. Industry organizations and media representatives have been invited to attend. Huawei AI-Native Framework Built Through Industry Collaboration Huawei stated that the Huawei AI-Native framework was defined after about one year of collaboration. The company worked with global operators and industry organizations. The framework focuses on the operations domain. It aims to create a structured approach to intelligent operations. The system is…

Dubai AI parking cameras will be introduced around key event locations to ease visitor congestion. Parkin PJSC announced the plan on 28 February 2026. A total of 1,000 AI-enabled cameras will be deployed over the next six months. The rollout will cover areas such as Dubai World Trade Centre, Downtown Boulevard, and Expo City. Dubai AI Parking Cameras to Monitor Space Availability The cameras will use computer vision technology to track parking occupancy in real time. The system will identify vacant and occupied spaces. Drivers will be able to check availability through the Parkin mobile application. The platform aims to…

OpenAI raises $110 billion in a new funding round to expand its global artificial intelligence infrastructure. The investment includes $50 billion from Amazon and $30 billion each from Nvidia and SoftBank. The company said the funding will strengthen computing capacity and data center development worldwide. The round ranks among the largest private capital raises in the technology sector. OpenAI stated that the funds will secure advanced hardware and large-scale cloud resources required for AI model training and deployment. Funding Partners and Cloud Agreements As part of the agreement, Amazon Web Services will become the exclusive third-party cloud provider for OpenAI’s…

The Samsung Galaxy S26 AI assistants feature allows users to select between three artificial intelligence tools. The assistants are Bixby, Google Gemini, and Perplexity. The choice can be made using a dedicated button. The announcement was made during a launch event in Dubai. Samsung stated that each assistant is designed for different types of tasks. The system gives users flexibility in how they use AI on the device. Bixby Enhancements on Galaxy S26 Bixby has been updated to function as a conversational assistant. It understands natural language commands. Users do not need to repeat fixed phrases. The assistant can adjust…

The G42 AI agents jobs initiative allows artificial intelligence systems to apply for enterprise positions within the company. The program establishes a formal recruitment process for AI agents. These systems must meet defined technical and performance standards. The roles are designed for AI tools operating within approved sovereign infrastructure. G42 AI Agents Jobs Require Qualification and Technical Validation Under the G42 AI agents jobs framework, AI systems must complete a multi-stage qualification process. The evaluation includes technical validation of architecture and functionality. Performance testing measures output accuracy and consistency. Reliability and user-experience assessments are also conducted. Only AI agents that…

RoboAI Middle East data deliveries have been completed following a services agreement with DaBoss.AI. The company finalized its first intelligent data handover in the region. The agreement was signed earlier in February. RoboAI Inc. is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker AIIO. Agreement and Project Scope The project was carried out under a commercial data collection contract. RoboAI and DaBoss.AI launched a joint venture in Dubai to manage operations. RoboAI’s subsidiary is responsible for gathering embodied AI training data. The contract includes tens of thousands of hours of robot training data. The work will continue over several months. The deliveries…

The Ajman Police AI WhatsApp service has been introduced to handle non-emergency public inquiries. The platform operates 24 hours a day. It is accessible through WhatsApp number 800901. Users can send text messages or voice notes. The system provides automated responses using artificial intelligence technology. Service Activity and Usage Since its launch, the Ajman Police AI WhatsApp service has processed more than 34,000 messages. Over 4,600 customers have used the platform. The system responds instantly without requiring direct staff involvement. It is designed to reduce waiting time and improve service efficiency. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to…

Perplexity has introduced Perplexity Computer, an autonomous AI system built to complete complex digital tasks. The announcement was reported on February 25, 2026. The system is designed to take a broad objective and execute it with limited human supervision. How Perplexity Computer Works Perplexity Computer breaks large goals into smaller steps. It organizes tasks in sequence. It assigns specific subtasks to different AI models. Writing, coding, and media generation can be handled separately. The system then combines outputs into one final result. The platform can continue operating without constant prompts. It gathers information and refines work during the process. The…

The Flexport AI tariff refund tool was announced on February 26, 2026, by PYMNTS. The tool uses artificial intelligence to review customs filings and support tariff refund preparation. It focuses on compliance accuracy and automated auditing. Flexport introduced the system after frequent U.S. tariff changes in 2025. Those policy shifts created filing complexity. The company developed AI agents to examine customs entries and detect potential errors. How the Flexport AI Tariff Refund Tool Works The Flexport AI tariff refund tool operates through specialized AI agents. One agent performs compliance audits on customs broker filings. It reviews historical customs entries. It…

Amazon’s $50 billion OpenAI investment is reportedly being negotiated with specific conditions attached. Sources familiar with the discussions say the full amount would not be provided upfront. The structure links part of the funding to future milestones. Investment Structure and Funding Terms According to reports, Amazon would initially invest $15 billion. The remaining $35 billion would depend on certain outcomes. Those outcomes include OpenAI achieving artificial general intelligence (AGI) or completing an initial public offering. The broader funding round could surpass $100 billion in total. OpenAI’s valuation in this round is reportedly around $730 billion before financing. If completed as…

Infobip AgentOS is a new platform created to orchestrate autonomous AI-driven customer journeys at scale. Infobip announced the launch in a press release published by Zawya. The platform is designed to enable AI agents to manage customer communications across multiple digital channels. It supports automation and personalization in enterprise environments. How Infobip AgentOS Orchestrates AI Customer Journeys Infobip AgentOS allows AI agents to operate with a unified view of customer interactions. The system aggregates customer signals from different touchpoints. This includes communication history and behavioral data. AI agents use this combined data to guide decision-making. The platform is built to…

EHC Investment and Supermicro have announced plans to develop sovereign AI data centres in the United Arab Emirates. The news was reported on February 26, 2026, by Middle East AI News. The partnership brings together regional infrastructure capabilities and global computing technology. EHC Investment is based in Abu Dhabi. It operates as a subsidiary of International Holding Company (IHC), a diversified UAE conglomerate. Supermicro is a U.S.-based IT infrastructure company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker SMCI. Infrastructure and Technology Framework The project will use Supermicro’s Data Center Building Block Solutions architecture. This modular system combines servers, storage, networking, racks,…

The TII quantum cloud service has been launched by Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute. The platform provides remote access to TII’s in-house superconducting quantum processors. The announcement was reported on February 26, 2026. The service is described as the first quantum computing cloud platform developed in the region. TII Quantum Cloud Service Provides Access to Superconducting QPUs The TII quantum cloud service connects users to physical quantum processing units. These processors range from 5 to 25 qubits. The hardware was designed and fabricated internally by TII. The systems are based on superconducting technology. The reported coherence times are up to…

The UAE US artificial intelligence partnership was discussed during official meetings in Washington, D.C. The talks focused on artificial intelligence, advanced technology, and bilateral trade. The meeting was reported on February 25, 2026 by ARN News Staff. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan led the UAE delegation. He serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. The United States was represented by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick. Focus on Artificial Intelligence and Trade Cooperation Officials reviewed opportunities to strengthen economic collaboration. Advanced technology sectors were a key part of the agenda. Artificial intelligence was identified as a priority…

The PREVENT-DXB project is being introduced at Dubai International Airport. The initiative combines artificial intelligence and bioinformatics. It focuses on detecting emerging public health risks. The research is led by the University of Birmingham. Dubai International Airport was selected because of its high global passenger traffic. The project aims to identify biological threats at an early stage. The system relies on environmental monitoring inside the airport. AI and Bioinformatics Surveillance Approach The project uses metagenomic surveillance techniques. Samples are collected from surfaces, air, and wastewater. These samples are processed using advanced genetic sequencing technology. Sequencing produces detailed microbial profiles. Artificial…

UAE schools introduce AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini as part of structured classroom learning. Schools across the country are integrating generative AI platforms under supervision. The initiative includes tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Leonardo AI, Gizmo AI, and MagicSchool AI. Schools confirm that AI use is controlled and monitored. Students do not receive unrestricted access to public AI systems. Institutions implement internal safeguards before approving any AI platform. How UAE Schools Introduce AI Tools Safely When UAE schools introduce AI tools, data protection measures are applied. Personal student information is not entered into open AI systems. Schools conduct…

The UAE is developing the world’s first sovereign financial cloud infrastructure. The project is led by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) in partnership with Core42, a subsidiary of G42. The agreement was signed in the presence of CBUAE Governor Khaled Mohamed Balama. The initiative creates a dedicated cloud environment for the country’s financial sector. It is designed to be secure and fully compliant with national regulations. Secure Infrastructure for the Financial Sector The cloud platform will support licensed banks and financial institutions across the UAE. It will provide isolated infrastructure for handling sensitive financial data. The system is…

The G42 Publicis Sapient AI partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed in February 2026. The agreement outlines plans to explore a joint venture focused on AI-first enterprise services. The initiative targets organizations in the UAE and selected Global South markets. Scope of the G42 Publicis Sapient AI Partnership The partnership brings together infrastructure and enterprise platforms. G42 will provide sovereign AI cloud technology and its broader AI stack. This includes cloud infrastructure, foundation models, engineering expertise, and deployment capabilities. Publicis Sapient will contribute enterprise AI platforms. These include Sapient Slingshot and Sapient Bodhi. The platforms support enterprise…

Dubai, UAE, 25 February 2026 – Over the past decade, Trescon has evolved from a startup founded in Bengaluru to one of the Middle East’s most trusted partners for government-backed business platforms. As it marks its 10-year milestone, the company reflects on a defining partnership with Dubai — and outlines its expansion across the wider MEASA region. Founded in 2016 by Mohammed Saleem (Founder & Chairman), alongside Mithun Shetty (Vice Chairman) and Swarnavo Roy (Managing Director), Trescon opened its UAE office in 2021, establishing Dubai as its regional headquarters. The move was a strategic bet on Dubai’s ambition to lead…