AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoUAE AI & language research: MBZUAI unveiled a new benchmark to test how well AI understands Arab culture across 13 national dialects, highlighting a gap between understanding what people say and speaking like them. Digital payments in the UAE: Botim and Mastercard launched Mastercard One Credential, linking one card to multiple funding sources and enabling flexible installments for eligible users. UAE space for disaster response: The UAE highlighted its use of space tech and satellite imagery to support humanitarian missions, leading the International Charter: Space and Major Disasters during April–October 2026. Abu Dhabi event tech & heritage: ADIHEX returns Aug 28–Sep 6 at ADNEC, leaning on modern, interactive experiences to draw younger visitors to falconry and equestrian traditions. Maritime security watch: JMIC reported increased hostile actions in the Strait of Hormuz, including attacks on ADNOC-affiliated vessels, with the threat level staying severe. Smartphone market signal: Middle East smartphone shipments (ex-Turkey) fell 19% YoY in Q2 2026 as higher prices and supply constraints reshaped demand. Dubai/finance milestone: A 16-year-old Indian, Meyyappan Lakshmanan, was named the world’s youngest Chartered Accountant and is now a Dubai-based senior research analyst.
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