AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoAviation Breakthrough: Dubai’s GCAA has certified the world’s first purpose-built commercial eVTOL vertiport, VDX, clearing the way for commercial air taxi operations and positioning Dubai as a hub for advanced air mobility. AI in Government: Malaysia’s PM Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the UAE’s approach of making AI training mandatory for ministers and senior officials, stressing defence and governance readiness. Biometric Travel: Qatar Airways and SITA rolled out facial recognition “Fast Pass” at Hamad International Airport, following Emirates’ earlier Dubai biometric check-in push. Wellness Tech Investment: Nova Capital and Metamorph announced a UAE-anchored wellness and longevity platform, using AI for personalization and data-led insights, targeting a $100m initial pipeline. UAE Economy Signals: UNCTAD data put the UAE among the world’s top FDI recipients in 2025, with $48.24bn inflows. Cyber & Trust: A UAE-focused explainer warns AI phishing is getting more convincing, but human judgment still blocks many attacks. Skills for Youth: Sharjah Youth launched a Skills Lab track for young innovators, including AI and science/technology sessions across multiple centres.
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