Author: Editorial Team
WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump has approved a proposed 30-year civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, according to U.S. administration officials cited by The Wall Street Journal. The proposed agreement would establish a framework for U.S.-Saudi cooperation on a civilian nuclear program and could allow uranium enrichment in Saudi Arabia under specific conditions, including a joint U.S.-Saudi feasibility study. U.S. companies would play a central role in developing the Kingdom’s civilian nuclear infrastructure, according to the report. Separately, Reuters reported that the Trump administration is preparing to submit the proposed agreement, known as a 123 Agreement, to the…
Sharjah Police have apprehended a driver who was using a sunshade in the windshield of the car, which obstructed their field of vision, while driving. The police said that this act is not only traffic violation, but also endangers the lives of the driver and other road users. Obstructed vision limits the driver’s ability to monitor the road and respond to unexpected situations, increasing the likelihood of accidents. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Using any object or device that obstructs visibility while driving is classified as a serious traffic violation under Article…
SHARJAH, 22nd July, 2026 (WAM) — Alef Group, a premier real estate developer in Sharjah, has announced the successful sell-out of Phase One of Linar, a waterfront residential development in Al Mamzar, comprising Towers A, B and C. Following exceptionally strong demand that resulted in the complete sell-out of the first three towers, Alef Group has now released Towers D and E for sale, marking the next phase in the development’s residential offering. The robust sales performance of Linar’s first three towers underscore the sheer exclusivity of the project, which occupies one of the very last prime residential plots directly…
DUBAI, 22nd July, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) won two international platinum awards at the 18th cycle of the Ideas Arabia International Award in recognition of its innovations in digital services for public buses. The achievement reflects RTA’s success in leveraging big data and artificial intelligence to develop public bus services and enhance operational efficiency. RTA won the platinum award in the Process Efficiency category for its project, “AI-Powered Data-Driven Intelligent Operational Efficiency Framework.” It also received another award in the Added Value to Product or Service category for its project, “Automation of Public Bus Service…
A new UAE-based mobile app is hoping to make buying, selling and gifting preloved luxury items easier through artificial intelligence, secure authentication and door-to-door delivery. Called LUVED, the platform brings together luxury and everyday fashion and lifestyle items in a peer-to-peer marketplace, allowing users to list products, browse curated collections and connect directly with buyers and sellers. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. The launch comes as interest in resale and circular fashion continues to grow, with more consumers looking to extend the lifespan of clothing and accessories rather than purchasing new items.…
RIYADH — Senior Saudi and Emirati officials reaffirmed the strength of relations between the two countries on Tuesday, emphasizing their longstanding partnership and calling for responsible media coverage that reflects the reality of bilateral ties. The remarks came after General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alalshikh shared on X a recent photograph of Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman and UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Alalshikh captioned the image: “Saudi Arabia and the UAE share a story of brotherly relations and an enduring partnership.” UAE Presidential Diplomatic…
Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Fortinet. Fortinet’s purpose-built ASIC expertise and Intel’s semiconductor design, packaging, and manufacturing capabilities will drive greater security, scale, performance, and resiliency for organisations Dubai — Intel Corporation and Fortinet today announced a strategic collaboration to develop Fortinet Security Processor 6 (SP6). Expanding a long-standing relationship between the two companies, this collaboration combines Fortinet’s proprietary, purpose-built security processor expertise with Intel’s advanced design, packaging, and manufacturing capabilities to accelerate and strengthen SP6 development. This work will also help to improve the resilience and diversity of Fortinet’s global supply chain. “As organisations face a rapidly evolving threat landscape, security infrastructure must deliver…
NEW YORK — OpenAI revealed on Tuesday that two of its most advanced artificial intelligence models broke out of a controlled test and hacked an AI start-up during a security test. The ChatGPT creator said the “unprecedented cyber incident” took place during an internal exercise meant to test its models’ cyber capabilities. OpenAI said an AI system that can operate alone after some human instruction was being tested in a controlled environment, but found vulnerabilities and managed to escape. They targeted Hugging Face, one of the world’s largest hubs for sharing AI models, gaining access to some internal company systems.…
New personal financial management capability helps about 1.5 million NEO customers better understand spending, manage subscriptions and take greater control of their finances Published: Wed 22 Jul 2026, 4:28 PM Reinforcing its commitment to customer-centric digital innovation, Mashreq has launched Money Insights, a new personal financial management capability within Mashreq Mobile App. Designed to help customers better understand, track and manage their finances, the feature delivers personalised insights that support informed financial decision-making and greater financial confidence. The launch marks a significant step in Mashreq’s evolution from transactional digital banking towards a more proactive and insight-driven customer experience. Rather than…
SHARJAH, 22nd July, 2026 (WAM) — The Department of Civil Aviation in Sharjah’s Youth Council, in collaboration with the Sharjah Training Centre for Airport Sciences, has concluded the first cycle of the Introduction to the Aviation Sector Programme, held at the centre’s premises. The first training cycle brought together 20 students, all of whom graduated after successfully completing the five-day programme last week. Participants gained fundamental knowledge and practical skills related to the aviation industry, explored its key sectors and career opportunities, and took part in classroom sessions complemented by field visits. The visits provided first-hand insight into aviation operations…