Software, telecommunications and digital infrastructure
WIRED Middle East reports that semiconductor firm Nvidia is caught between the United States and China. The analysis notes that the Gulf region faces a similar dilemma amid the competing interests of both global powers. The piece examines the strategic pressures shaping technology supply chains and regional partnerships.
UAE Consul General in Guangzhou Mariam Alshamsi visited smart appliance firm Viomi in Foshan. The visit reviewed Viomi's business operations, automated manufacturing facilities, and water purification technologies. Both sides explored bilateral cooperation opportunities in the water sector.
The 28th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) opened on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The international exhibition highlights advances in water, energy, technology, and environmental solutions.
The UAE's national cybersecurity strategy establishes a framework for securing digital infrastructure, building skills, and coordinating incident response. While core mandates target government entities and critical infrastructure operators, private businesses face compliance duties through sector regulators, data protection rules, and procurement contracts. Commercial suppliers increasingly encounter specific cybersecurity clauses when bidding for tenders or partnering with regulated operators.
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