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Mistral AI considers UAE data centre investment amid regional cybersecurity focus

French artificial intelligence firm Mistral AI is considering investing in UAE data centres as part of a regional infrastructure expansion, according to chief executive Arthur Mensch. Speaking at the AI Everything summit in Abu Dhabi, Mensch praised the UAE's sovereign cyber defence capabilities in repelling digital threats. The company also announced the launch of its Mistral Large 4 model, designed to compete with open-source models from China.

China–UAE News

UAE, India, and China Lead Entries for Sharjah’s Xposure Awards 2026-27

The Xposure International Photography and Film Awards 2026–2027 received over 22,000 submissions from 108 countries, with China, the UAE, and India leading participation. Judging is now underway ahead of the 11th edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival in Sharjah. Finalists and winners will be announced during the festival and featured in its exhibition programme.

Industry News

Deutsche Bank Expands Dubai Investment Banking Division with Three Key Appointments

Deutsche Bank has announced three senior appointments in its Dubai office to expand its investment banking portfolio and client coverage across the Middle East. The appointments include Ilya Korobov as Director of Debt Capital Markets CEEMEA, Adel Taleb as Director within the Distressed Products Group, and Nitin Sawhney as Head of the Institutional Client Group MENA. The expansion follows major regional sovereign and corporate bond issuances handled by the bank.

Policy & Legal Updates

UAE Imposes New Limits on Sodium, Sugar, and Fats in Packaged Foods

The UAE has introduced rules designed to gradually reduce sodium, total sugars, and fats in selected packaged foods sold across retail shelves. The regulations apply to both locally produced and imported goods, including bread, dairy products, salty snacks, and processed cheese. Healthcare professionals highlighted that the population-level initiative aims to curb rates of obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.