Author: Ashik Ahmed
Ashik Ahmed
Ashik Ahmed (Aryan) is a tech writer for Dubai News, covering a wide range of topics with a particular specialization in artificial intelligence and technology. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for the latest innovations, Ashik has established himself as a trusted voice in the tech industry. he is the founder and CEO of XovaTech, Offers computing, software, website dev, SEO, online marketing and also into celeb management and artificial intelligence. His in-depth analysis and insightful commentary provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Whether it's emerging trends, groundbreaking startups, or the latest gadgets, Ashik's expertise ensures that his articles are both informative and engaging.
Major fast-food chain In-N-Out Burger will open a one-day pop-up event specifically for Dubai foodies at Switch Bowling in India Court, Ibn Battuta Mall on Wednesday April 16th. The exclusive burger event exists at Switch Bowling within India Court inside Ibn Battuta Mall on Wednesday April 16 from early morning until dinner time and until the burgers disappear. The event returns for a second Dubai appearance as Ibn Battuta Mall celebrates its 20th anniversary. Visitors can find a complete Cali feel with exclusive In-N-Out wristbands at the event that provides a chance to taste the Golden Globe famous burger. Early…
Dubai will welcome leaders from industry sectors and technology experts and government officials from more than 100 nations at Dubai AI Week 2025 scheduled from April 21 to April 25. The event gains its patronage from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to establish Dubai as the worldwide center for both AI innovation and partnership initiatives. Under the guidance of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and management from Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence this grand series of activities encompasses more than 180 speakers and 150+ workshops and sessions in addition to 140 activations distributed throughout multiple areas. Major industry…
National fuel prices for all petrol categories in the UAE decreased substantially during April 2025 to become the largest cuts observed during the last three years. New Petrol Prices for April 2025 The price adjustments for all fuel categories take effect from April 1 as follows: E-Plus 91: AED2.38 per litre (down from AED2.54 in March) Special 95: AED2.46 per litre (down from AED2.61 in March) Super 98: AED2.57 per litre (down from AED2.73 in March) Diesel: AED2.63 per litre (down from AED2.77 in March) E-Plus 91 gas costs AED2.96 and diesel sells for AED3.09 during April 2024 but the…
The UAE-based autonomous mobility company Autogo operates under Kintsugi Holding as it conducts RoboTaxi service trials in Abu Dhabi for the development of advanced smart transportation. With cooperation between Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing subsidiary Apollo Go and Autogo the company pursues urban transportation innovation through advanced AI-powered electric-driven self-driving taxicabs. Autogo a UAE-based autonomous mobility company under Kintsugi Holding conducts RoboTaxi service trials in Abu Dhabi to change the way cities move. The RoboTaxi testing operations remain under joint supervision between Autogo and Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) to merge with city transportation networks. Next-generation self-driving vehicles offer users a…
A new symbol introduces the dirham to market cryptocurrency along with the national currency status of the United Arab Emirates. The design now displays “dirham” first letter along with two horizontal lines that represent stability and the digital currency presents the UAE flag colors around it to symbolize national identity. New Banknotes and Phased Implementation GivTrade founder Hassan Fawaz expects the introduction of new banknotes to occur with time while incorporating the revised symbol. This note redesign mirrors the process which India used for its rupee in 2010 thus ensuring a smooth transition with existing notes remaining legal tender. UAE…
Bollywood experiences rapid transformation through artificial intelligence which affects both the filmmaking process and production expenses and narrative approaches. Prismix represents a milestone in AI industry mainstream adoption because it emerged as a media company founded by actor and filmmaker Ajay Devgn who utilizes artificial intelligence technology. The pioneering platform Bollywood.ai leads the way in AI-powered entertainment by actively contributing to the digital transformation as it explores new boundaries of AI usage in Indian films. Prismix by Devgn aims to transform generative AI storytelling through Devgn’s Prismix by revamping creative storytelling options for filmmakers. At present AI technologies function across…
Under the leadership of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) the organization debuted its plan to develop into the world’s initial AI-native utility which requires artificial intelligence to operate in every operational sector. In a presentation at GenAI Week Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer announced that DEWA would lead the world as the first completely AI-native utility. DEWA positions AI at the heart of their organizational vision. Four days of conferences during GenAI Week allowed DEWA specialists to collaborate with leaders of Microsoft, IBM, ServiceNow and DataRobot. The event included workshops with discussions and interactive lectures about deep learning and AI…
Recently, Dubai Press Club (DPC) organised a workshop ‘Generation AI and its Application in Media’ which brought together media professionals to master the latest AI tools to usher in progress in digital storytelling and content creation. The session was held in partnership with Dubai Future Academy, and part of a joint initiative between Dubai Future Academy and the Dubai Future Foundation, and hosted by Dr Mohammed Qasem, Dean of Dubai Future Academy and Board Member of Digital School. Hands-On AI Training for Media Professionals Participants get practical experience through the three hours interactive session of creating text, images, video and…
MBZUAI introduces its game-changing AI-based technologies for immediate avatar development along with state-of-the-art video edition software at the university’s Data Observatory. Professor Hao Li and PhD student Ariana Bermudez jointly demonstrated innovative AI-driven tools Voodoo XP and XMem++ at the Data Observatory through which they outlined the potential to revolutionize virtual chat and digital media development at the MBZUAI Metaverse Centre. Voodoo XP drives a fundamental transformation of virtual communications. Through Voodoo XP users can create faithful digital avatars by using their standard webcam system. Traditional systems need complex hardware infrastructure but Voodoo XP performs instant capture and animation of…
The AI Infrastructure Partnership introduced NVIDIA and xAl as new partners to its leading initiative with support from BlackRock and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and Microsoft and MGX. Through this partnership members work toward developing artificial intelligence (AI) while seeking technological innovation and global economic performance growth. A Mission Shapes the Responsible Expansion of Artificial Intelligence His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan from MGX and as deputy ruler of Abu Dhabi declared the transformative power of AI through his words: Artificial Intelligence functions beyond its role as a future industrial sector since it forms the basis that shapes…