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8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

UAE Leads Global AI Adoption with 70.1% Rate

The UAE has solidified its global leadership in AI adoption, achieving a rate of 70.1% among the working-age population in the first quarter of 2026, according to Microsoft's AI Adoption Report. This marks a significant increase from previous rates of 59.4% and 64%, making the UAE the first economy worldwide to surpass the 70% threshold, while many regions globally remain below 10%.

Business

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Huawei Cloud and GAPP partnership to bring AI-driven cloud solutions to KSA

Huawei has announced a strategic partnership with GAPP, designating it as the official cloud solutions distributor in Saudi Arabia. This agreement allows GAPP's extensive partner network structured access to Huawei Cloud's full suite, including AI and cloud-native infrastructure. This collaboration comes at a pivotal moment as local businesses seek secure and compliant cloud solutions. Hugo Hu, CEO of Huawei Cloud Saudi Arabia, emphasized that the partnership offers irreplaceable advantages, such as new business paths in cloud and AI.

Business

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

RingCentral adds Shopify, Calendly, and WhatsApp to AI Receptionist

RingCentral has expanded its AI Receptionist (AIR) product by integrating with Shopify, Calendly, and WhatsApp. This expansion aims to enhance customer service by enabling AIR to handle order inquiries and schedule appointments. Over 11,800 companies, including those in healthcare and financial services, currently utilize AIR. AIR is an innovative solution for small and medium-sized enterprises that receive frequent inquiries. It has been deployed in 33 locations of Keller Interiors, reducing wait times from 12 minutes to 90 seconds.

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Launch of Grok Voice in Apple CarPlay System

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Models

OpenAI Launches New Real-Time Audio Models for Developers

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Models

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

OpenAI Launches New Real-Time Audio Models for Developers

OpenAI has unveiled three new real-time audio models aimed at developers working on voice assistant applications, instant translation, and direct speech-to-text conversion via its API. The new models include GPT-Realtime-2, GPT-Realtime-Translate, and GPT-Realtime-Whisper, designed to provide more natural voice interactions. These models support live translation, enhancing the effectiveness of voice-dependent applications.

Agents

Google Launches New AI-Enhanced Search Features

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Agents

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Google Launches New AI-Enhanced Search Features

Google has begun testing new updates in its search results, introducing a section that displays 'Opinion Previews' based on public discussions. This feature aggregates insights from platforms like Reddit and various forums, enhancing user interaction with the content. The results appear under the 'Expert Advice' category, providing users with more accurate and reliable information.

Business

DeepSeek to soon close first external fundraising in US$50b valuation: sources

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Business

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

DeepSeek to soon close first external fundraising in US$50b valuation: sources

Chinese AI leader DeepSeek is set to close an external fundraising round soon, raising its valuation to $50 billion. This round is backed by a group of state-linked investors, including those specialized in artificial intelligence. DeepSeek is recognized as a key player in Chinese technology and is viewed as a national champion in the sector. This fundraising comes at a critical time as China aims to enhance its technological capabilities amid global competition.

Infrastructure

How Nvidia’s Corning pact shines light on China’s dominant role in global fibre supply

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Infrastructure

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

How Nvidia’s Corning pact shines light on China’s dominant role in global fibre supply

Nvidia's partnership with Corning aims to replace copper links in AI systems, emphasizing the significance of China's local supply chain in optical communications. The local optical value chain seeks to enhance AI scenarios, positioning itself as a global foundation for high-capacity components essential for AI infrastructure. The global market for optical fibers and cables is experiencing increased growth. These developments reflect the importance of innovation in fiber optic technology, influencing the future of AI infrastructure.

Business

DeepSeek reportedly seeks over $7 billion in funding, setting Chinese AI record

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Business

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

DeepSeek reportedly seeks over $7 billion in funding, setting Chinese AI record

DeepSeek is seeking to raise 50 billion yuan ($7.35 billion) in a new funding round, potentially marking the largest AI funding round in China to date. This initiative comes as interest in AI surges in China, with companies aiming to enhance their competitive capabilities in this sector. This funding round reflects confidence in the future of AI within the country. If DeepSeek successfully raises this amount, it will strengthen its market position and open new avenues for innovation in AI technology, potentially influencing other companies in the sector.

Agents

Running Codex safely at OpenAI

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Agents

8 May 202621 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Running Codex safely at OpenAI

OpenAI employs advanced techniques such as sandboxing and network policies to ensure the safe operation of Codex. These measures include necessary approvals and monitoring applications to maintain compliance with security standards. This approach allows developers to adopt programming agents securely, enhancing the effectiveness of Codex in various work environments. These mechanisms are essential given the increasing risks associated with automated programming. By utilizing sandboxing, OpenAI can isolate programming processes and prevent any negative impacts on the system.