How Chinese energy storage firms Sigenergy, Guoxia excited investors by leveraging AI boom
Chinese energy storage firm Sigenergy has ignited a market frenzy with its initial public offering (IPO) plan in Hong Kong, drawing an oversubscription of over 1,000 times, while its listed peer Guoxia Technology enjoyed a rally, as the duo capitalise on the artificial intelligence boom. Shanghai-based Sigenergy, which aims to raise HK$4.4 billion (US$561.6 million) in its IPO, is expected to be 1,414 times oversubscribed, as retail investors borrowed HK$358.6 billion from 17 brokerages,...
Shanghai Gigafactory has potential to construct humanoid robots: Tesla China president
Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory, its largest production base, has the potential to build humanoid robots in future, the company’s China president says, with its manufacturing efficiency and innovative capability seen as potential drivers of CEO Elon Musk’s hopes of commercialising the technology swiftly. Allan Wang Hao said in a media briefing on Tuesday that the Shanghai Gigafactory could provide a “golden key” to the mass production of robots designed to resemble and move like humans. “Like other...
Alibaba-backed Buy Now Pay Later firm gets SECP licence
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has granted a licence to Koko Tech Pakistan (Private) Limited (KTPL) to operate a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) business in Pakistan, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. KTPL is owned by Alibaba.com Holdings, one of the world’s leading e-commerce and technology companies. The entry of Alibaba-backed KTPL marks a significant milestone for Pakistan’s digital financial ecosystem, reflecting growi...
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets with chairmen of leading Chinese companies
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has met with chairmen of leading Chinese companies across key priority sectors, including energy, petrochemicals, sovereign investment, advanced technology, renewable energy and electronics.The meetings focused on further strengthening the UAE-China comprehensive strategic partnership, and exploring new avenues for advancing economic and development cooperation between the two countries.Get updated faster and for FREE: Dow...
Arizona woman charged with killing newborn child 45 years after body was found
More than four decades after a newborn girl was found suffocated and abandoned on a North Dakota college campus, authorities say DNA technology has finally led to a murder charge against a 65-year-old Arizona woman.Nancy Jean Trottier, of Sun Lakes, Arizona, appeared in court Monday in Barnes County after investigators linked her through DNA to the infant known for decades only as "Rebecca," Valley News Live in North Dakota reported.The newborn’s body was discovered on April 16, 1981, in a woode...
Tesla to build robots in China, banking on Shanghai factory’s efficiency and innovation
Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory, its largest production base, is poised to build humanoid robots in future, relying on its manufacturing efficiency and innovative capability to advance CEO Elon Musk’s hopes of commercialising the technology swiftly. Allan Wang Hao, China president of Tesla, said in a media briefing on Tuesday that the Shanghai Gigafactory would provide a “golden key” to the mass production of robots designed to resemble and move like humans. “Like other Tesla factories, Giga...
Win Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competition
ISLAMABAD: A unique “Vibe Coding” competition has officially launched for the youth of Pakistan, offering participants a chance to win a staggering prize of Rs 25 lac, ARY News reported. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in partnership with Google for Developers, organized the contest to challenge local coders and prepare them for the international IT market. Learn AI 2026: Modern Tools for Global Competition Under the “Learn AI 2026” initiativ...
The Coming Battle For Share In SDLC Services
As generative AI reshapes enterprise technology, one reality is becoming increasingly clear: the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is emerging as the epicenter of both value creation and disruption in the tech services industry.
Wegovy maker partners with OpenAI to speed drug development
InternationalWegovy maker partners with OpenAI to speed drug developmentBy Reuters -Apr 15, 2026Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk, which has fallen behind Eli Lilly in the immensely lucrative weight-loss drug market, said on Tuesday it is partnering with OpenAI to deploy artificial intelligence across its business, from drug discovery to manufacturing and commercial operations. The maker of Wegovy and Ozempic said the partnership would use OpenAI’s technology to analyse complex datasets, identify...
مواصفات ومزايا هاتف «ناثنغ فون 4 إيه برو» بهيكله المعدني وتقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعي المتقدمة
لندن-راي اليوم في خطوة جديدة تهدف إلى إعادة تعريف الفئة المتوسطة، كشفت شركة Nothing Technology عن هاتفها الجديد “ناثنغ فون 4 إيه برو”، الذي يجمع بين التصميم الفاخر والأداء القوي والتقنيات الذكية، ليقدّم تجربة تُنافس الهواتف الرائدة في السوق. ويأتي الهاتف بهيكل معدني أنيق يجمع بين الخفة والمتانة، مع واجهة بصرية تفاعلية تعتمد على نظام الإضاءة الشهير من الشركة، والذي تم تطويره ليصبح أكثر تقدماً وفاعلية في الاستخدام اليومي، إلى جانب دمج واسع لتقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعي داخل النظام. تصميم متطور وواجهة...
Microsoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS date
Science & TechnologyMicrosoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS dateBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026The American tech giant announced that its Microsoft Outlook app will stop working after May 25, with users losing access to their mailboxes. The significant move is a part of Microsoft’s efforts to transition towards the main app, Outlook Mobile, which provides a range of cutting-edge features and improved security. Outlook Lite is particularly designed for low-powered Android devices, and was retire...
EU to cut funding for Chinese inverters, as quiet offensive replaces grandstanding
At a top-level meeting of her 26 department chiefs in March, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen quietly approved a plan to stop EU funds from going to clean technology projects containing Chinese inverters. Inverters are the essential power electronics at the heart of solar and wind systems. Industry groups estimate that Chinese companies led by Huawei Technologies control more than 220 gigawatts of Europe’s installed solar capacity via the devices. The commission wants to...
Anthropic’s Mythos puts DC, Wall Street on high alert
The limited release of Anthropic’s new Mythos model is putting Washington officials on high alert after the AI firm’s warning about the model’s security risks sent shockwaves through and sparked debate in the tech industry.  Within days of being informed of Anthropic’s new technology, the White House ratcheted up a multipronged response involving Trump administration…
Kuwait raises alarm over AI-Generated content
The National Cyber Security Centre of Kuwait has issued a public warning about the growing risks posed by deepfake technology, urging citizens to verify digital content before sharing it online. In an awareness message, the National Cyber Security Centre cautioned that “not everything you see is real,” highlighting how deepfakes can be used to create highly convincing but fake audio, video, and images. Read Also: Kuwait sets deadline to update academic records Authorities in Kuwait w...
Revealed: The innocent-looking dog breeds that can turn DEADLY - after a teenager is killed by her 'soft' blue-merle lurcher
Revealed: The innocent–looking dog breeds that can turn DEADLY – after a teenager is killed by her 'soft' blue–merle lurcherREAD MORE: Woman, 19, killed in dog attack after being mauled by 'family pet'By SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 09:55, 14 April 2026 | Updated: 10:35, 14 April 2026 e-mail 40 shares
Win Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competition
Must ReadPakistanWin Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competitionBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026ISLAMABAD: A unique “Vibe Coding” competition has officially launched for the youth of Pakistan, offering participants a chance to win a staggering prize of Rs 25 lac, ARY News reported. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in partnership with Google for Developers, organized the contest to challenge local coders and prepare them for the international IT market. Learn...
America has a 'big AI problem' and it starts with 'angry' Gen Z; shows Stanford survey
A widening gap exists between AI experts' optimism and public anxiety, particularly among young people, regarding AI's impact on jobs, healthcare, and energy. While experts foresee positive advancements, Americans express significant concerns about job displacement and the government's ability to regulate the technology effectively.
كلية العلوم التربوية والنفسية في جامعة عمان العربية تشارك في مؤتمر (ICEIT 2026) الدولي في الصين
-حرصًا من جامعة عمان العربية على تعزيز حضورها العلمي على المستويين الإقليمي والدولي، وتوسيع آفاق التعاون الأكاديمي والبحثي مع مختلف المؤسسات والهيئات العالمية، وتشجيع أعضاء هيئتها التدريسية على المشاركة الفاعلة في المؤتمرات العلمية المتخصصة، شارك الدكتور سامر عياصرة من كلية العلوم التربوية والنفسية في الجامعة في أعمال المؤتمر الدولي 2026 the 15th International Conference on Educational and Information Technology (ICEIT 2026)، والذي عُقد خلال الفترة 29-27 آذار 2026 في مدينة شيان – الصين،...
DMCC crosses 26,000 firms as tech overtakes commodities in 2025
Dubai: DMCC added more than 2,300 companies in 2025, bringing its total membership to more than 26,000.Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Growth over the past year was driven by rising demand from global markets and the continued expansion of DMCC’s sector-focused ecosystems, with technology emerging as the largest segment within the district.The latest annual results point to a model that is drawing companies across commodities, finance and digital industries into a s...
Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi launches Korean Pavilion, strengthening access to Korean medical expertise in the UAE
Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, a leading hospital under Burjeel Holdings, has launched the Korean Pavilion, a dedicated clinical platform designed to bring established Korean medical expertise and treatment protocols to patients in the UAE and the region. The Pavilion was inaugurated in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; H.E. Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development; Jung Kyung P...