Google is reportedly in discussions with Samsung Electronics to manufacture part of its next-generation AI processor. If this manufacturing deal emerges it could include the use of Samsung’s 2-nanometer production technology. The Information reported Google plans for TSMC to produce the main computing component of its tensor processing unit (TPU), codenamed Icefish, while Samsung may manufacture a component which helps connect it to memory. Reuters reported the tech giant is also working with chip designer MediaTek on the overall design. Icefish is still in development, with mass production possible as early as 2028. Landing the deal would be a major…
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PARIS, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — The UAE Pavilion at Eurosatory 2026 continues to offer a platform for UAE national entities to strengthen international partnerships, with 3,125 visitors to the pavilion on day three of the event and 92 meetings taking place between UAE entities and international defence companies and delegations, further solidifying the UAE’s position as a trusted partner in the global defence landscape. Supported by the UAE Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun), and organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, the pavilion serves as a unified showcase of the UAE’s defence…
Wednesday is here again, and the Dh30 million UAE Lottery has revealed the winning numbers for the June 17, 2026, Lucky Day draw. In Draw No. 260617, the winning numbers in the Days section were 29, 30, 18, 28, 7, 17, while the winning number drawn in the Months section was 5. As for the Lucky Chance ID prizes, three participants won Dh50,000 each: The winning IDs this time are: CZ7611138 CJ6068284 CR6839566 Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Out of the 4,934 total winners, 36 won the Dh1,000 prize and 4,895 took…
BEIJING — The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission inaugurated the Saudi pavilion at the Beijing International Book Fair 2026, being held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing from June 17 to 21. The participation reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing presence in the global publishing industry and its efforts to strengthen cultural ties with China. The Commission’s CEO Dr. Abdullatif Al-Wasel said the pavilion aims to introduce Saudi literary and intellectual production to Asian audiences, highlight developments in the Kingdom’s literature, publishing, and translation sectors, and raise awareness of the Saudi cultural scene through an accompanying program featuring panel discussions…
AUSTIN, Texas — Saudi Arabia wasted little time turning its attention to Spain after opening its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Uruguay. The Green Falcons resumed training on Tuesday at Q2 Stadium in Austin as preparations began for Sunday’s crucial Group H showdown against Spain. Coach Georgios Donis divided the squad into two groups following the Uruguay match. Players who started the opening fixture underwent recovery and regeneration exercises both on the field and in the gym, while the remaining members of the squad completed a full training session focused on fitness, possession drills…
Gipsy Kings by André Reyes are set to bring their Viva El Arte Tour 2026 to Dubai this month, offering fans an evening of live music followed by a FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party. The group will perform at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on June 21, delivering a set packed with the rumba, flamenco and Latin rhythms that have made them one of the most recognisable names in world music. Led by André Reyes, the concert will celebrate the musical legacy of the Gipsy Kings, whose hits including Bamboleo, Djobi Djoba and Volare have remained popular across generations. Stay up…
ABU DHABI, 17th June, 2026 (WAM) — The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to maintain the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) at 3.65%. This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve’s announcement today to keep the Interest Rate on Reserve Balances (IORB) unchanged. The CBUAE has also decided to maintain the interest rate applicable to borrowing short-term liquidity from the CBUAE at 50 basis points above the Base Rate for all standing credit facilities. The Base Rate, which is anchored to the US Federal Reserve’s IORB, signals the general stance of monetary…
VIENNA — The Federal Chancellor of Austria Christian Stocker received Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Vienna on Wednesday. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relations between the two countries and their friendly peoples along with ways to further strengthen and bolster them in various fields. Discussions and an exchange of views on key regional and international issues were also held. At the outset of the meeting, Prince Faisal conveyed the greetings of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to the chancellor and their wishes…
RIYADH — Ministers of transport and communications of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states outlined the future work plan with member states to formulate recommendations aimed at strengthening supply chain corridors between member states and mitigating any potential impacts on trade movement and logistics networks. The extraordinary meeting of the GCC Ministers of Transport and Communications Committee, held via videoconference on Wednesday, discussed the implementation of the directives of the leaders of the GCC states issued at their 19th Consultative Meeting held in Jeddah on April 28, 2026 regarding joint Gulf projects in this field. Jasem Albudaiwi, secretary general of…
Eric Doerr, Chief Product Officer, Tenable. Tenable® Holdings, Inc., the exposure management company, recently announced new AI-powered cloud threat detection capabilities that extend the Tenable One Exposure Management Platform, enabling security teams to prioritise and remediate the exposures attackers are actively targeting. As part of Tenable One, Tenable One Cloud Exposure correlates runtime telemetry with deep exposure context, transforming threat investigations and empowering teams to reduce risk before attacks impact the business. Static defences cannot keep up with attackers who have weaponised AI, collapsing the exploit window from months to hours. Compounding the issue, fragmented security tools leave organisations overwhelmed…