Author: Art Ryan

American technology firm Box has launched its new artificial intelligence-based service known as Box Automate. According to the developers, the new tool will help transform how enterprises use Box Automate to AI automate core enterprise workflows by leveraging the capabilities of intelligent AI agents. The announcement of Box Automate was made by the firm’s CEO, Aaron Levie, at the Reuters Momentum AI event. AI-Based Automation Service Tackles Repetitive Business Processes Box Automate will enable companies to use intelligent agents to automate repetitive processes such as processing invoices and extracting valuable information from corporate documents. In summary, these are major benefits…

Meta has inked an agreement with cloud computing giant Amazon Web Services (AWS), employing tens of millions of AWS Graviton processors cores to drive next-generation agentic AI systems. In fact, this collaboration can be described as the Meta AWS Graviton AI partnership, which aims to push boundaries in artificial intelligence. This development signifies a major transition in artificial intelligence infrastructure as CPUs take precedence over the use of GPUs in AI systems. One of the Biggest AI Infrastructure Deals Ever Through the agreement, Meta is working with AWS on the integration of AWS Graviton cores into its AI computing architecture,…

Beijing rejects Meta’s $2 billion bid for AI company Manus, raising the stakes in the AI supremacy race. This move comes amid heightened geopolitical tension between the United States and China as each attempts to control AI innovations. Why was the Meta-Manus AI deal blocked? Chinese authorities have ordered Meta to abandon its planned acquisition of Manus. Regulators from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) expressed concerns about foreign control over strategic AI assets. In practice, this implies increased oversight of international tech deals that target Chinese companies or innovations. Learn more about global tech regulations. The move is…

Microsoft takes a drastic measure in terms of changing its partnership status with OpenAI. Microsoft Stops Receiving Part of Its Revenue From OpenAI From now on, Microsoft will stop receiving a cut of OpenAI’s profits, which marks a landmark moment for the tech giant. This does not mean that the companies’ partnership will be discontinued, only restructured to accommodate new business needs and plans. According to the previous agreement, Microsoft received a percentage of revenue that OpenAI made. Now the terms are changing. Although Microsoft’s share will decrease dramatically, OpenAI will still make certain payments to the company capped at…

An Emirati inventor, Fatima Al Kaabi, has had a unique experience from childhood through adulthood. At the age of 15, she was already one of the UAE’s youngest inventors and was awarded by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Nowadays, she is working on developing artificial intelligence projects. Fatima Al Kaabi: From Child Invention to Artificial Intelligence Projects Fatima Al Kaabi developed an interest in inventing at a very young age. As a result, she went on to create many inventions and devices, including robots and smart technologies designed to solve everyday challenges. Over time, her innovations gained widespread attention,…

Dubai – April 22, 2026: ZainTECH, the integrated digital solutions provider of Zain Group, has been recognized in the Leaders Category of the IDC MarketScape: Gulf Countries AI Professional Services 2025 Vendor Assessment, (Doc #META52993125, October 2025) published by International Data Corporation (IDC), a global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. The IDC MarketScape evaluates providers based on execution capability and long-term strategy. ZainTECH’s placement reflects its ability to deliver secure, scalable, and industry-led AI solutions across regulated and mission-critical environments in the GCC. The IDC MarketScape notes that…

HomeLight, a proptech company, is making moves in the real estate sector through the launch of an AI-powered agent that will automate the real estate closing process. Additionally, it will raise $40 million in funding to grow the platform across the nation. AI Joins the Closing Process for Real Estate Sales and Purchase Transactions The closing process in real estate sales has always been known to be one of the longest and most complex parts of the sale. With the help of the newly launched AI agent from HomeLight, all those concerns should disappear in thin air. This is because…

UiPath, a leading global enterprise Robotic Process Automation (RPA) provider, has made a strategic partnership with Databricks, the data and AI company. The collaboration will integrate data intelligence and AI agent capabilities to enable real-time and automated operations. UiPath & Databricks Partnership Overview The new partnership will enable customers of both companies to easily turn data intelligence into automated and instant actions. With the collaboration, enterprises get AI agents that can work based on intelligent data governance. Learn more about data governance. In the words of UiPath, integration of Databricks and UiPath technologies enables “seamless” transition from insight to automation…

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…