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20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

SimuPhish reimagines human risk management with experiential, AI-powered cyber risk assessments

SimuPhish, a UAE-based startup, has developed the HRM+ platform for Human Risk Management to assist organizations in assessing and understanding employee behavior towards cyber threats. The platform integrates AI-powered automation and analytics, enabling multi-vector risk assessments and measurable real-life experiences. Instead of relying solely on traditional training, SimuPhish focuses on how employees respond to various attack scenarios.

Models

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Anthropic's most capable model, codenamed "Model 2," is for internal use only

Anthropic has announced the development of an internal model known as "Model 2," which is more powerful than any publicly available version of Claude. This model is used exclusively within the company, providing Anthropic with a competitive edge in the AI sector. This development underscores the company's commitment to delivering advanced technologies that surpass current market offerings. This model represents a strategic move for Anthropic, enhancing its innovation capabilities and allowing it to leverage AI potential more effectively. It also highlights the importance of research and development in maintaining a leading position in the industry.

Arab AI Scene

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Emirates Petroleum and Dell Technologies Collaborate on AI and Digital Infrastructure

Emirates Petroleum signed a memorandum of cooperation with Dell Technologies to enhance AI usage and update digital infrastructure. Both parties will identify opportunities for AI integration within Emirates and assess the technical infrastructure needs. The collaboration includes developing a roadmap for digital infrastructure aligned with Emirates' long-term priorities, exploring technological solutions to support operational processes. The memorandum also involves organizing workshops to enhance employee skills in AI and digital technologies.

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Stripe agrees to buy OpenRouter as AI model routing expands

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Business

Meta Launches Meta AI App for Mac to Boost Smart Productivity

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Meta Launches Meta AI App for Mac to Boost Smart Productivity

Meta has announced the launch of a standalone app for its AI assistant, Meta AI, on Mac devices, enhancing its presence in the AI-driven productivity market. The app allows users to share a window from their screen directly with the assistant, which analyzes content and answers questions. It also supports voice dictation, facilitating interaction with the assistant while working.

Business

VAD Technologies outlines profitable path for AI-ready channel partners

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

VAD Technologies outlines profitable path for AI-ready channel partners

Mario M. Veljovic discusses how specialized expertise, recurring services, and trusted data can help partners achieve measurable customer outcomes. Partners must enhance their expertise and develop recurring services to assist customers in establishing secure and reliable infrastructure, which is essential for successful AI adoption. In an increasingly competitive market, partners need to become trusted advisors, as investing in expertise and services will lead to sustainable growth amid declining traditional product margins.

Arab AI Scene

Agentic AI in government just hit the hard part: deciding what a machine may decide

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Agentic AI in government just hit the hard part: deciding what a machine may decide

The United Arab Emirates has launched a government AI initiative aimed at converting half of its federal operations to AI models within two years. A workshop attended by over 100 federal officials set implementation priorities and frameworks for the project. The initiative encompasses seven pillars, including strategy, government performance, and innovation, relying on an AI-powered performance system that tracks over 150 million data points monthly. However, no government has yet established a defensible method for distinguishing between tasks suitable for autonomous systems and those that require human intervention.

Models

OpenAI builds safety system that catches misuse without storing customer data

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Models

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

OpenAI builds safety system that catches misuse without storing customer data

OpenAI plans to offer its most advanced AI models to corporate clients without storing their data, while still being able to detect misuse. This initiative aims to enhance security and privacy for users. The company will implement a system that allows monitoring of unauthorized uses without retaining personal data, marking a significant shift in how businesses engage with AI technologies. This development is crucial for building trust among users and could encourage wider adoption of AI solutions across various sectors.

Governance

AI data centre regulation just got a template that needs no new law

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Governance

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

AI data centre regulation just got a template that needs no new law

Governor Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2026-05 to regulate data centers in Pennsylvania. This order requires developers to sign a contract agreeing to specific conditions and secure local approval before their permit files can be opened. It applies to all new applications and operates through existing permitting authority. The order aims to ensure developers bear the full costs of their projects, including generation, transmission, and distribution, rather than passing these costs onto households and businesses. It also mandates early community consultations to shape design decisions, local hiring and training, and community benefit agreements.

Business

Hong Kong drivers to renew vehicle licences in 1 day by year-end under AI system

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Business

20 Aug 20268 Rabiʻ I 1448 AH

Hong Kong drivers to renew vehicle licences in 1 day by year-end under AI system

The Transport Department of Hong Kong announced the launch of the "Easy Licence Application Approval" system by year-end, reducing vehicle license renewal processing time from 10 working days to just one. This new system will utilize large language models for automatic recognition and verification of information, streamlining the license renewal process. This change is part of AI initiatives aimed at enhancing transport services and traffic management.