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UNICEF Reports 20 Million Children Annually Face Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
A new UNICEF report reveals that roughly 20 million children across 21 countries face online sexual abuse and exploitation annually, with social media facilitating over half of these cases.
Nvidia Announces $13 Billion Acquisition of Hugging Face to Expand Open AI Ecosystem
Nvidia is acquiring developer platform Hugging Face for nearly $13 billion to strengthen its position in the open AI ecosystem. The deal aims to secure valuable insights and data as businesses increasingly turn to affordable, open-weight models.
Russia to Unveil Upgraded Su-57E Stealth Fighter and New Weaponry at Egypt International Airshow 2026
Russia's Rostec is set to premiere the upgraded Su-57E stealth fighter with a new weapons package and debut the Bison anti-drone system at the Egypt International Airshow 2026.
Ukraine Shifts Tactics to Target Russia’s Aerospace and Space Infrastructure
Ukraine is increasingly targeting Russia's military space facilities, communications centers, and launchpads with long-range drone and missile strikes, creating significant strategic and operational hurdles for Moscow's space programme.
Emirates Introduces Industry-First Electric Privacy Screen for Premium Economy Seats on New Airbus A350 Fleet
Emirates has revealed the world's first fully electric premium economy seats featuring privacy screens, set to debut on its new Airbus A350 aircraft.
UAE's MBZUAI Unveils K2 Horizon, Marking One of the Largest Fully Open AI Model Releases in History
The UAE's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has launched K2 Horizon, a collection of six fully open AI models ranging from 0.9 billion to 375 billion parameters.
Nvidia Reports Doubled Revenue, But Investors Focus On Future AI Growth
Nvidia reported a doubling of its quarterly revenue and strong future growth projections, driving investor optimism despite broader questions surrounding the artificial intelligence boom.
Abu Dhabi's Autonomous Racing League Makes Historic International Debut in Italy
The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League is staging its first international multi-car race at Italy's Imola circuit, marking a major milestone for artificial intelligence in motorsport.
OpenAI Chief Sam Altman Delivers Key Artificial Intelligence Address at G20 Summit
During a G20 summit appearance, OpenAI leader Sam Altman discussed the future of artificial intelligence, comparing its upcoming societal impact to that of electricity.
UN Warns of Intensifying El Nino and Extreme Weather Expected to Last Into 2027
The World Meteorological Organisation warns that a supersized El Nino weather phenomenon will intensify and persist into 2027, driven by unusually warm Pacific Ocean temperatures.
OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman Face Mounting Lawsuits Over Tumbler Ridge Mass Shooting Tragedy
OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman are facing 30 new lawsuits in the US over the February mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, as legal pressure mounts against the artificial intelligence company.
Why Iran's Cyber Warfare Strategy Has Become a 'Perfect Weapon' Against the US
Technology experts warn that Iran's increasing cyber attacks on US critical infrastructure serve as an asymmetric and effective geopolitical weapon.
UAE Announces Nationwide AI Curriculum and Major Government Transformation
The UAE Cabinet has approved a nationwide AI curriculum for all schools and launched major digital transformation projects, including the Agentic AI initiative and the Cabinet AI Advisor system.
Uber Cuts 3,300 Jobs in Largest Workforce Reduction Since Pandemic Amid Push for Autonomous Future
Uber Technologies has laid off 3,300 employees, or 10 percent of its workforce, in its largest job cuts since the pandemic as the company shifts focus toward autonomous vehicles and artificial intelligence.
Dubai Teenager Launches Community Carpool Website to Tackle School Traffic and Ease Brother's Commute
A 17-year-old Dubai student has developed a successful community carpooling website to help cut school traffic and ease his brother's daily commute.
⚠️DeletedPioneering AI Education: How the University of Florida Integrated Artificial Intelligence Across All Disciplines Ahead of ChatGPT
The University of Florida pioneered an artificial intelligence curriculum across all disciplines before the rise of ChatGPT, partnering with Nvidia to prepare students for an evolving technological landscape.
New Study Reveals One in Three Recent Web Pages Show Signs of AI Generation
New research from the Pew Research Centre shows that 35 per cent of web pages published since November 2022 exhibit significant signs of AI generation, altering online language patterns.
The AI Education Paradox: Faster Homework Leads to Weaker Exam Results for Students
A major study tracking 27,000 students reveals that while artificial intelligence helps complete homework faster, it ultimately leads to lower exam scores and reduced cognitive retention.
Empowering the Global South: Schneider Electric Discusses the Future of Energy and Growth
Schneider Electric's Manish Pant joins Business Extra to discuss how emerging economies in the Global South can leverage digital technology, smart grids, and AI to build resilient energy systems.
Apple Renames Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' in Maps Following Direct Lobbying by President Donald Trump
Apple has updated its map application to display Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' for US users following direct lobbying from President Donald Trump, aligning with a recent executive order.
US and EU Clash on AI Regulation as Washington Pushes for Fewer Constraints and Brussels Enforces New Laws
The US and the EU are taking contrasting paths on artificial intelligence, as Washington advocates for relaxed regulations while Brussels moves forward with strict enforcement of the AI Act.
MapQuest Surges to Top of App Store as Google Maps Faces Backlash Over Lake Ontario Renaming
MapQuest surges to the top of the Apple App Store as Google Maps faces heavy criticism for complying with a US executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America.
Starlink Leads Global Satellite Internet Boom as New Competitors Prepare to Launch
Elon Musk's Starlink is expanding its satellite internet presence in the UAE and globally, facing new competition from companies like Amazon while addressing capacity and performance challenges.
Met Office Confirms UK Experienced Its Hottest Summer on Record Driven by Climate Change
The Met Office announced that the UK recorded its hottest summer in 2026, driven significantly by human-induced climate change and breaking multiple historical temperature records.