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A U.S. Commerce Department rule granting license-free access to advanced AI chips for UAE-based G42 and Core42 specifies that their status will expire in April 2027 unless they become U.S. companies or secure renewed approval. Export-control experts expressed confusion over the 17-word requirement, while G42 stated it already maintains substantial U.S. ties and operates in full regulatory compliance. The mandate carries strategic implications for Gulf AI autonomy between the United States and China.
Sharjah Media City hosted the second edition of 'Shams Connect' in partnership with Mashreq NEO BIZ to assist startups and business owners. The initiative integrates corporate bank account opening into the licensing process and offers compliance guidance. Officials from the Federal Tax Authority also provided briefings on recordkeeping and mandatory e-invoicing obligations.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said concluded 14 bilateral cooperation pacts during a summit in Beijing. The agreements span supply chain development, green energy, artificial intelligence, and a central bank currency swap pact.
Dubai Municipality has updated building regulations for Al Satwa, allowing property owners to construct taller residential and mixed-use developments. Plots along internal roads may now build a ground floor plus two residential floors, while external road plots allow commercial ground floors with two or three apartment levels. Eligible parcels of 1,000 square metres or more can qualify for up to eight residential floors above ground with a floor area ratio of up to 3.5.
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