Software, telecommunications and digital infrastructure
Chinese autonomous driving company Momenta Global plans to expand its robotaxi fleet to several thousand vehicles next year, targeting deployments in Dubai and additional European cities. The company is currently testing autonomous vehicles in Abu Dhabi, Munich, and five cities in China. Momenta is also collaborating with chipmaker XHeart on custom computing hardware to lower deployment costs.
Artificial intelligence adoption among UAE businesses increased to 72% in 2026, up from 53% in 2025, according to a joint study by the UAE Artificial Intelligence Office and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Developed by research firm Strand Partners, the report found that 85% of adopting companies experienced accelerated digital transformation. Cloud infrastructure investments continue to support the expansion, including AWS's planned AED 20.1 billion investment in the country through 2037.
UAE businesses generating annual revenue of Dh50 million or more must appoint an Accredited Service Provider by October 30, 2026, ahead of mandatory e-invoicing starting January 1, 2027. Smaller enterprises and government entities face a provider appointment deadline of March 31, 2027, prior to phased go-live dates later that year. Non-compliance results in a monthly penalty of Dh5,000 under Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025.
A regulatory overview highlights compliance requirements for video creators and businesses producing digital media content in the UAE. Key obligations include privacy restrictions carrying fines up to AED 500,000, a mandatory Advertiser Permit introduced on 1 February 2026, and updated aviation rules for drone operations.
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