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China Urges Fair Cooperation Following Reports of Nvidia AI Data Center Restrictions

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning responded to reports that Nvidia instructed cloud partners to limit services provided to Chinese firms. Mao stated she was unfamiliar with the specifics but emphasized that all parties should cooperate based on fairness, transparency, and non-discrimination. The response followed a Financial Times report claiming Nvidia told partners that at least 51 percent of service revenue must come from non-Chinese clients.

China–UAE News
Source: Forbes Middle East

Cairo ICT 2026 to Host China and UAE Delegations on AI Innovation

The 30th edition of Cairo ICT will take place from November 7 to 10, 2026, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center under the theme 'AI in Action'. Official delegations from China, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Togo, and Rwanda will attend to explore investment opportunities and digital cooperation. The event features a ministerial summit and sectors spanning telecommunications, data centers, banking, and media.

Policy & Legal Updates
Source: Emirates News Agency

DIFC Offers Up to 6,000 Japanese Startups Access to Innovation Ecosystem

The Dubai International Financial Centre announced a partnership granting up to 6,000 Japanese startups direct access to its innovation ecosystem. The initiative enables firms to acquire licenses, establish operations, and raise venture capital in the free zone. DIFC also reported crossing 2,000 active innovation companies and introduced the Dubai FinTech Stack.

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