Bahrain's Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) highlighted the kingdom's digital transformation strategy and plans to expand the use of AI and data-driven government services as it seeks to boost its position as a leading regional and global model in digital transformation and smart cities.
Perk (formerly TravelPerk), an AI-native platform for travel and spend management, has announced the opening of its regional office at Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The move formalises Perk's long-term commitment to the GCC region, targeting a tripling of business travel spend from UAE customers by 2028.
The Kingdom of Bahrain is all set to host the 7th GCC Digital Government Award 2026, one of the GCC’s leading initiatives aimed at recognising outstanding digital government projects and initiatives, showcasing successful government experiences and best practices.
The share of professional job vacancies in the Gulf requiring artificial intelligence (AI) skills has nearly tripled over the past four years, but for much of the region's economy the technology has yet to make a meaningful impact on hiring, according to data from Middle East recruitment platform GulfTalent.
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Union of Arab Securities Authorities held their first joint regional initiative, bringing together representatives from 11 Arab securities and capital market regulators to discuss emerging fraud risks and ways to strengthen governance and financial market resilience.
Registration has opened for IBTM World 2026 in Barcelona, with the global events show set to explore “The Age of Disruption” and address AI adoption, budget pressures, changing attendee expectations and the demand for measurable event ROI.
Bahrain-based Nasser Centre for Science and Technology said it has developed an AI-powered construction inspection intelligence platform in collaboration with China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC), a global expert in infrastructure and construction projects.
Total CX, a part of the Beyon Group, has signed three strategic agreements with Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company (BKIC), covering manpower outsourcing services, tele-sales services and AI Solutions. Through these deals, Total CX will provide integrated support across people, sales and AI powered services.
9YardsX, a key AI and innovation company based in Abu Dhabi, said it has acquired Labeb AI, a next-generation start-up company from Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) as part of a strategic move to expand its presence in the field of AI and enhance its capabilities in developing advanced technology solutions.
Abu Dhabi's Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has inaugurated a central control room to oversee and monitor autonomous vehicle operations across the emirate, as authorities step up efforts to support the rollout of self-driving transport services.
