Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed invests in Swiss AI safety firm Umanitek, joins advisory board
Move marks one of the first major GCC investments in AI accountability infrastructure as Gulf states accelerate efforts to become global AI hubs.
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Switzerland-based Umanitek launches Guardian AI agent to combat deepfakes and identity theft
Umanitek launches Guardian Agent and announces its advisory board, positioning the platform as a decentralized defense against deepfakes, impersonation, and AI-driven identity threats.
Adobe Animate is shutting down next month after 25 years
Adobe confirms end-of-life for its 2D animation software, with phased access for existing users and extended timelines for enterprise customers.
Vennre raises $9.6M Pre-Series A to expand private market access in MENA
MENA-focused wealth platform Vennre secures hybrid equity-debt funding round co-led by Vision Ventures and anb seed Fund, with participation from regional and global investors.
Nintendo announces Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch, launching April 16
Nintendo confirms the return of the Tomodachi Life franchise after more than a decade, with a new title set to launch globally on April 16, 2026.
Adobe partners with Airtel to offer Express Premium free for one year
Adobe and Bharti Airtel have signed a partnership that will give Airtel’s entire customer base access to Adobe Express Premium at no cost for 12 months through the Airtel Thanks app.
Tamannaah Bhatia Launches Fine Jewellery Brand, Enters Entrepreneurship
The actor said the venture reflects her long-standing connection with jewellery and a desire to build longevity beyond acting.
Quick Home Services Startup Pync Shuts Down, Founders Join Snabbit
Quick home services startup Pync ceases operations amid fierce competition, with its founders and team moving to Snabbit as consolidation emerges in the sector.
Halo AI unveils enhanced agentic AI platform at 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai
The Saudi Arabia–launched startup returns to the Summit one year after winning the 1 Billion Pitches competition, reporting higher creator payouts, faster collaboration growth, and a major product update.
Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu ordered to post $1.7 billion bond in divorce dispute
A California court has ordered Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu to post a $1.7 billion bond and appointed a receiver to safeguard community assets during divorce proceedings.
India, Malaysia, France Order X to Remove Obscene AI Content from Grok
Governments across India, Malaysia, and France have directed X to act against Grok-generated obscene and illegal content, warning of legal consequences and demanding compliance reports.
StarzPlay CEO Maaz Sheikh outlines strategy to grow viewership
StarzPlay CEO Maaz Sheikh outlines how exclusive sports rights, Arabic originals and AI-driven personalisation are shaping the streaming platform’s growth across the MENA region.