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Global and Gulf AI Updates That Matter
This Special Edition highlights pivotal AI developments shaping how the Gulf lives, works, and governs. From Google Chrome’s largest AI upgrade to the UAE’s deeper engagement with U.S. partners and the GCC’s unified digital agenda, these updates signal a faster and more practical phase of AI adoption.
We selected these stories for their direct relevance to leaders, operators, and builders across the Gulf who are turning AI from strategy into execution.
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Google Chrome’s New AI Features Transform Browser Into Smart Assistant
Google has introduced its most significant upgrade to Chrome yet, integrating Gemini AI directly into the browser. Users can now summarize articles, simplify complex terms, compare information across multiple tabs, and use an “AI Mode” in the address bar for advanced queries. Chrome also integrates with Google Maps, Calendar, and YouTube, cutting the need for endless tab switching. Future features will automate everyday tasks like bookings and form filling, while giving users full control.
On the security side, Chrome now offers stronger safeguards against phishing, fake sites, compromised passwords, and intrusive notifications. This update marks a clear shift: Chrome is no longer just a browser, but a personal AI-powered assistant designed to make online life smarter, safer, and more efficient.
U.S.-UAE Business Council Hosts UAE Chief AI Officers
The U.S.-UAE Business Council welcomed 50 Chief AI Officers from UAE government entities during a high-level visit to the United States. The delegation engaged with leading technology companies, policymakers, and business leaders to exchange expertise and explore new partnerships.
The discussions emphasized advanced AI applications, cybersecurity, and empowering Emirati talent. The initiative reflects the UAE’s ambition to position itself as a global hub for digital governance, building international collaborations to tackle challenges and unlock new opportunities for AI-driven innovation.
In Riyadh, the Gulf Cooperation Council and the Digital Cooperation Organization signed an Executive Program to align AI, data governance, and startup ecosystems across the region through 2026. Initiatives include boosting women’s participation in ICT, tackling misinformation, and rolling out e-waste recycling programs.
The pact marks a shift from dialogue to delivery, accelerating digital policy across Gulf nations while allowing flexibility for national strategies. It also strengthens the GCC’s role as a global digital convener, extending collaboration with ASEAN, Central Asia, and the EU.
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From Silicon Valley to Riyadh and Washington, the momentum around AI is undeniable. Google is turning its browser into a personal AI assistant, while the UAE is deepening ties with U.S. partners and the GCC is advancing a unified digital roadmap. Together, these stories show how technology and policy are converging to reshape the Gulf’s digital future.
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