Author: Editorial Team
RIYADH — Two Public Investment Fund (PIF)-backed companies, Neo Space Group (NSG) and Alat, have appointed Saudi executives to lead their next phase of growth. NSG announced the appointment of Eng. Haithem Alfaraj as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 9, 2026, succeeding Martijn Blanken, who has led the company since its inception. Alfaraj brings more than two decades of experience in telecommunications and technology. He most recently served as Group Chief Technology Officer at stc, where he led major transformation initiatives including network modernization, digital platform development, cloud adoption, and cybersecurity capabilities. Earlier in his career, he held senior roles…
ABU DHABI, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — UAE Banks Federation (UBF), the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks, reaffirmed that the UAE selection to host World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings for 2029 in the UAE reinforces the country’s position as a global financial and economic hub, and its vital role in supporting efforts and initiatives for comprehensive and sustainable development and financial stability at the international level. AbdulAziz Al-Ghurair, Chairman of UBF, said: “The selection of the UAE to host this global event affirms the international community’s confidence in UAE’s position and its…
New model from Meta strengthens multimodal intelligence, faster reasoning, and ecosystem integration across its platforms. Meta Superintelligence Labs has introduced Muse Spark, its first large language model in a new generation of AI systems designed to bring more personalised, context-aware intelligence to users across its ecosystem. The launch marks a significant step in Meta’s ambition to build what it describes as “personal superintelligence” — an AI assistant capable of understanding and supporting users in real-world scenarios. Muse Spark is engineered specifically for Meta’s family of applications, including its AI assistant, and is expected to enhance performance across platforms such as…
NEW DELHI — The Indian government has proposed amendments to existing IT rules targeting a wider range of online news voices, including influencers and podcasters on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube and X, drawing sharp criticism from digital rights activists and independent news creators. Last week, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) suggested amendments to India’s IT rules, which govern digital media content. The legislation, dubbed as the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Second Amendment Rules, 2026, will strengthen existing IT rules and curb fake news, hate speech and deepfakes, the government said, inviting…
WASHINGTON — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has told European governments that US President Donald Trump wants concrete commitments within days to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, diplomats said on Thursday. Rutte, known in Europe as a “Trump whisperer”, is working to defuse a crisis after Trump said he was considering withdrawing from the 32-member transatlantic alliance, arguing that European allies have relied on US security guarantees while providing inadequate support for the US-Israeli bombing campaign in Iran. Any operation would likely involve deploying military vessels and personnel to the region. Rutte has informed key member states of Trump’s…
UAE residents can expect a rainy Saturday (April 11), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department said conditions will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with convective cloud formation bringing a chance of rainfall over scattered areas of the country. While some rains are expected, temperatures in the country are set to remain relatively warm, with highs reaching up to 33ºC. In Dubai, temperatures could dip to around 21ºC, while Abu Dhabi is expected to see lows of 22ºC. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Winds will be…
SANTIAGO, 10th April, 2026 (WAM) — President José Antonio Kast of Chile inaugurated the International Air, Space, Defence and Security Exhibition (FIDAE 2026) in Santiago. FIDAE is the most significant aerospace and defence exhibition in Latin America, biennially bringing the global industry together at the Pudahuel Air Base in the Chilean capital. During his tour of the exhibition, the Chilean President visited the pavilion of the EDGE Group, where he praised the UAE’s high-quality participation and the advanced technologies and innovative solutions it offers within the defence and security sectors. Mohammed Saeed Al Neyadi, UAE Ambassador to Chile, stated that…
CNME Editor Mark Forker managed to secure an exclusive interview with Rahul Misra, SVP and Managing Director MEA, at IFS, in an effort to better understand how they are equipping businesses that operate in asset-intensive industries with the tools to succeed, their unique approach to AI, the opportunities that remain untapped for them across the Middle East marketplace – and the capabilities that makes Nexus Black uniquely different. Rahul Misra, SVP and Managing Director MEA, at IFS, believes IFS has the product portfolio, industry expertise and partnership model to really expand their presence across the Middle East region. Rahul Misra…
[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog for the latest regional developments with the US-Israel-Iran ceasefire now in effect.] Dubai’s St Mary’s Church will reopen tomorrow, April 11. The news was confirmed to Khaleej Times by the Apostolic Vicariate of Southern Arabia (AVOSA) that governs Catholic churches in the UAE, Oman, and Yemen. “The Church has received official permission to reopen for limited liturgical services to be conducted only within the indoor facilities,” the organization wrote in a statement. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels It added that any outdoor gatherings or other activities within…
RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall across most regions of Saudi Arabia starting Friday and continuing through Tuesday. Affected areas include Asir, Jazan, Najran, Al-Baha, Makkah, Riyadh, the Eastern Province, Qassim, and the Northern Borders. The center urged the public to follow official weather updates and alerts through its website, social media platforms, and the Anwaa app. The General Directorate of Civil Defense also called on residents to exercise caution, remain in safe locations, avoid flood-prone areas and valleys, and refrain from swimming in them. According to the forecast, Makkah region will experience…