Wegovy maker partners with OpenAI to speed drug development
InternationalWegovy maker partners with OpenAI to speed drug developmentBy Reuters -Apr 15, 2026Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk, which has fallen behind Eli Lilly in the immensely lucrative weight-loss drug market, said on Tuesday it is partnering with OpenAI to deploy artificial intelligence across its business, from drug discovery to manufacturing and commercial operations. The maker of Wegovy and Ozempic said the partnership would use OpenAI’s technology to analyse complex datasets, identify...
Microsoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS date
Science & TechnologyMicrosoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS dateBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026The American tech giant announced that its Microsoft Outlook app will stop working after May 25, with users losing access to their mailboxes. The significant move is a part of Microsoft’s efforts to transition towards the main app, Outlook Mobile, which provides a range of cutting-edge features and improved security. Outlook Lite is particularly designed for low-powered Android devices, and was retire...
EU to cut funding for Chinese inverters, as quiet offensive replaces grandstanding
At a top-level meeting of her 26 department chiefs in March, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen quietly approved a plan to stop EU funds from going to clean technology projects containing Chinese inverters. Inverters are the essential power electronics at the heart of solar and wind systems. Industry groups estimate that Chinese companies led by Huawei Technologies control more than 220 gigawatts of Europe’s installed solar capacity via the devices. The commission wants to...
Anthropic’s Mythos puts DC, Wall Street on high alert
The limited release of Anthropic’s new Mythos model is putting Washington officials on high alert after the AI firm’s warning about the model’s security risks sent shockwaves through and sparked debate in the tech industry.  Within days of being informed of Anthropic’s new technology, the White House ratcheted up a multipronged response involving Trump administration…
Kuwait raises alarm over AI-Generated content
The National Cyber Security Centre of Kuwait has issued a public warning about the growing risks posed by deepfake technology, urging citizens to verify digital content before sharing it online. In an awareness message, the National Cyber Security Centre cautioned that “not everything you see is real,” highlighting how deepfakes can be used to create highly convincing but fake audio, video, and images. Read Also: Kuwait sets deadline to update academic records Authorities in Kuwait w...
Revealed: The innocent-looking dog breeds that can turn DEADLY - after a teenager is killed by her 'soft' blue-merle lurcher
Revealed: The innocent–looking dog breeds that can turn DEADLY – after a teenager is killed by her 'soft' blue–merle lurcherREAD MORE: Woman, 19, killed in dog attack after being mauled by 'family pet'By SHIVALI BEST, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY EDITOR Published: 09:55, 14 April 2026 | Updated: 10:35, 14 April 2026 e-mail 40 shares
Win Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competition
Must ReadPakistanWin Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competitionBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026ISLAMABAD: A unique “Vibe Coding” competition has officially launched for the youth of Pakistan, offering participants a chance to win a staggering prize of Rs 25 lac, ARY News reported. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in partnership with Google for Developers, organized the contest to challenge local coders and prepare them for the international IT market. Learn...
America has a 'big AI problem' and it starts with 'angry' Gen Z; shows Stanford survey
A widening gap exists between AI experts' optimism and public anxiety, particularly among young people, regarding AI's impact on jobs, healthcare, and energy. While experts foresee positive advancements, Americans express significant concerns about job displacement and the government's ability to regulate the technology effectively.
DMCC crosses 26,000 firms as tech overtakes commodities in 2025
Dubai: DMCC added more than 2,300 companies in 2025, bringing its total membership to more than 26,000.Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Growth over the past year was driven by rising demand from global markets and the continued expansion of DMCC’s sector-focused ecosystems, with technology emerging as the largest segment within the district.The latest annual results point to a model that is drawing companies across commodities, finance and digital industries into a s...
Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi launches Korean Pavilion, strengthening access to Korean medical expertise in the UAE
Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, a leading hospital under Burjeel Holdings, has launched the Korean Pavilion, a dedicated clinical platform designed to bring established Korean medical expertise and treatment protocols to patients in the UAE and the region. The Pavilion was inaugurated in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; H.E. Hamad Sayah Al Mazrouei, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development; Jung Kyung P...
Sponsorship revenue for Uefa’s club competitions set to break €1bn barrier
Sponsorship income due to rise by more than 40%Champions League clubs to benefit from the growthUefa is poised to bring in more than €1bn (£870m) a year in commercial revenues from club competitions from next year, with two more global sponsorship deals close to being agreed.Uefa’s commercial arm, UC3, is finalising agreements with an official payments provider and technology partner, which would complete their roster of premium global partners and see sponsorship income rise by more than 40%. S...
China quietly profits from US AI boom despite Washington’s tech curbs: research
China is gaining from America’s trillion-dollar artificial intelligence spending spree despite Washington’s efforts to curb Chinese technology ties, as the US data centre boom ripples through Asian technology supply chains, according to research by Oxford Economics. Roughly US$2 trillion worth of data-centre projects are planned or under way in the US, according to a report by the consultancy, with as much as three-quarters of the cost tied to equipment such as semiconductors and servers. That.....
Kuwait raises alarm over AI-Generated content
InternationalKuwait raises alarm over AI-Generated contentBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026The National Cyber Security Centre of Kuwait has issued a public warning about the growing risks posed by deepfake technology, urging citizens to verify digital content before sharing it online. In an awareness message, the National Cyber Security Centre cautioned that “not everything you see is real,” highlighting how deepfakes can be used to create highly convincing but fake audio, video, and images. Read Also: K...
First convocation of AIIMS Rajkot | Technology a big boost to medical field, but nothing can replace human empathy: President Murmu
Those present at the ceremony included Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, Union Minister of State in the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Patel and Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya.
Can Hong Kong, target of the most US sanctions, become China’s quantum gateway?
Hong Kong holds the unwanted distinction of being the most US-sanctioned territory in China, with more than 300 entities blacklisted by Washington in a bid to curb Beijing’s technological rise. But the government maintains that a backlash from Washington will not stop Hong Kong from becoming an international technology hub, in line with an initiative that seeks to bypass technological containment through deepened partnerships with the mainland. Anchored by the cross-border Hetao Shenzhen-Hong...
Italy suspends defence agreement with Israel
InternationalMust ReadItaly suspends defence agreement with IsraelBy AFP -Apr 14, 2026Rome: Italy has suspended its defence agreement with Israel, which involves the exchange of military equipment and technology research, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and diplomatic sources said Tuesday. “In view of the current situation, the government has decided to suspend the automatic renewal of the defence agreement with Israel,” Meloni said on the sidelines of an event in Verona, according to Italian news...
Govt and Google join hands to arm youth with artificial intelligence skills
KARACHI: The government and Google have launched a joint initiative, ‘AI Seekho 2026’, to equip Pakistan’s youth with artificial intelligence skills through vibe coding. To accelerate the country’s transition into a global digital economy, Google for Developers, in strategic collaboration with the information technology and telecommunication ministry, Telenor and Innovista, has announced the launch of AI Seekho 2026. This nationwide initiative aims to equip developers and young professionals wit...
Man charged with attempted murder in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman
Man charged with attempted murder in attack on home of OpenAI's Sam Altman6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLily JamaliNorth America Technology CorrespondentGetty ImagesSam Altman in MarchA Texas man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at the San Francisco home of OpenAI boss Sam Altman is facing multiple state charges, including two counts of attempted murder.Daniel Moreno-Gama is scheduled to hear those charges at an arraignment on Tuesday afternoon.At the same time, the...
Microsoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS date
Science & TechnologyMicrosoft to shut down Outlook Lite on THIS dateBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026The American tech giant announced that its Microsoft Outlook app will stop working after May 25, with users losing access to their mailboxes. The significant move is a part of Microsoft’s efforts to transition towards the main app, Outlook Mobile, which provides a range of cutting-edge features and improved security. Outlook Lite is particularly designed for low-powered Android devices, and was retire...
Win Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competition
Must ReadPakistanWin Rs25 Lac by participating in this govt-sponsored competitionBy Web Desk-Apr 14, 2026ISLAMABAD: A unique “Vibe Coding” competition has officially launched for the youth of Pakistan, offering participants a chance to win a staggering prize of Rs 25 lac, ARY News reported. The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, in partnership with Google for Developers, organized the contest to challenge local coders and prepare them for the international IT market. Learn...