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GulfHost 2026 to Convene Global Foodservice Equipment Makers in Dubai

GulfHost returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 3 to 5 November 2026 to connect international equipment manufacturers with Middle East foodservice and hospitality buyers. The region's hospitality market was valued at an estimated USD 310 billion in 2025 and is projected to exceed USD 487 billion by 2032. Exhibitors from major manufacturing hubs, including China, the UAE, Italy, France, and the United States, will present commercial kitchen, automation, and energy-saving technologies.

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China Mobilizes Over 1,000 Mathematicians to Accelerate Artificial Intelligence Development

China has mobilized more than 1,000 mathematicians and specialized researchers to develop advanced artificial intelligence research and technologies. According to Voice of the Emirates, the initiative aims to narrow the technological gap with the United States and compete with companies such as OpenAI and Anthropic. The project focuses on algorithms, machine learning, and computational models to bolster domestic technological self-reliance.

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UAE Telecom Operators du and Etisalat Unveil Upgraded Services Advancing Towards 6G

UAE telecommunications operators du and etisalat have launched new advanced connectivity services aimed at accelerating the transition towards 6G networks. du announced commercial Upper 6GHz connectivity on its 5G+ network, while etisalat rolled out smartphone technology designed to triple upload speeds. The announcements elevate 5G-Advanced capabilities but do not signify the official arrival of 6G cellular services.

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China’s Top Solar Manufacturers Cut 40,000 Jobs as Overcapacity Crisis Persists

China's five largest solar module manufacturers eliminated 40,589 jobs in 2025, shrinking their aggregate workforce by 21% as severe industry overcapacity continued. The contraction follows a 31% workforce reduction in 2024, leaving total staffing down by roughly half across two years. Operating losses have deepened amid price drops and domestic market reforms, while export volumes fell 10% in the first eight months of the year.