Author: Dubai News Staff
Gold prices in the UAE shot up to new record high on Monday afternoon due to which there was a decline in the demand for gold jewellery. The 24K gold variant went up to Dh296. Dh292 per gram in the afternoon as compared to Dh293.0 per gram by evening. Other types of gold which included 22K, 21K and 18K were at Dh271. 25, Dh262. 5, and Dh225.0 per gram, respectively. Shoppers’ Wait-and-Watch Approach Dubai gold jewellery buyers have the tendency to be patient and wait until prices go too high before making any purchase as they believe that there will…
In a surprise announcement this week, OpenAI revealed that it has launched a chatbot that had a voice that was eerily similar to Scarlett Johansson’s voice. The actress said that last she had turned down an offer from OpenAI to perform a bot read a text to the user. A few days later as the new model called Sky was unveiled, critics have also pointed out how the voice resembled that of Johansson in the 2013 film where she portrayed a chat system that became a soulmate to a human male. OpenAI’s Response OpenAI has pulled the voice of the…
It is now time for GCC residents to celebrate, as the Schengen-style GCC tourist visa is about to be launched at the end of December 2024. This long-awaited development was confirmed during the 40th meeting of GCC ministers in Oman, where it was unanimously approved by the six-member states: All these countries include the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait. Boosting Regional Tourism The new visa will enable tourists to move from one GCC country to the other without the need to obtain a new visa and will also enable multiple entries in the Gulf region. This initiative…
The Increasing Trend in Climate Extreme Events in the UAE. One of the findings from ethical temperatures in the UAE, collected by Dr. Diana Francis, Senior Research Scientist and the Head of the Environmental and Geophysical Sciences (ENGEOS) lab at Khalifa University, is that the UAE will experience more frequent extreme weather events in future. The dividing line between winter and spring at the same time is increasing as the world warms up consequently resulting in an increase in rainfall in spring and longer and hotter summers in the region according to an exclusive interview with Dr. Francis published in…
As Dubai illuminates in the orange glow of sunset, a new generation of real estate investors lands on the scene. Of them the most notable are the British investors who significantly contribute to the increasing demand for luxury housing and the overall development of the skyline of this fast growing city. These investors are driving Dubai into the lead as a luxury real estate centre through their entrepreneurial strategy. Now, we will take a closer look at trends and reasons behind this tremendous growth of the real estate market in the Emirate of Dubai. 1. Surge in Luxury Real Estate…
While stressing this concern, the UAE Cyber Security Council said that over 50% of the country’s residents were tricked by phishing websites and about 20% of victims were attackers through social networks in the third quarter of 2023. At the same time, the data breach events increased and involved 56 percent of businesses or organizations within the same timeframe. Based on the council’s report, social engineering, which involves phishing websites, emails, social media scams, and instant messaging hoaxes, were the preferential attacks utilized by the hackers. There are two cases of social engineering that affect 19% of all individuals: phishing…
Dubai: The City of Amazing Architectures and Culture The city of Dubai is an example of a city that best combines the qualities of today’s architecture and the rich cultural heritage of a county which has often been associated with oil. For instance, Dubai has a great array of different attractions, ranging from beautiful skyscrapers to desert landscapes thriving with life. The Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, somehow embodies what Dubai is all about: the magnificent skylines and architectural marvels that draw thousands of tourists every year. Guests on the observation decks can view the spectacular skyline of the…
Vibrant metropolis of Dubai is located in the United Arab Emirates and is globally famous not only by its luxurious life style but also by architects and constructs, where the Hall of The Universe reveals the concept of the municipality. Dubai and the landmarks to visit is a wonderful modern city and is known for the concept of the Hall of The Universe. No matter if you reside in Italy or are a visitor, the country always has something new to offer. Dubai is one of the best places to enjoy tourist attractions and the following are some things that…
Doha, Qatar: One of the first tests is planned for early 2025 of electric air taxis and electric delivery planes in line with the vision of an intermodal mobility system in Qatar by the Ministry of Transport. Further approvals and communication with the concerned Qatari organizations to allow these test runs are constantly in action. This strategy is envisaged to explore and implement advanced air mobility technologies and Artificial Intelligence for transforming the transportation sector and improve the public transit by integrating, sustainable and environmentally-friendly transportation. It is worth mentioning that the project fully complies with the Third Qatar National…
Apple Inc. is currently in a defining moment as it tries to play ‘catch up’ with other companies in the creation of artificial intelligence. Although Apple entered the race with Siri in 2011, recent competitions by OpenAI and Alphabet Inc ‘s Google compelled Apple to rethink its plan. The Current Landscape Tim Cook’s Leadership: So far, Cook has emerged victorious in many situations, but his fight against the AI age is his biggest battle yet. Early AI Efforts: Apple introduce Siri for several years before competitor’ move and now is playing catch up with the AI. Competitors’ Advances: Apple has…