Chris Redmond, Special to Gulf News

Special to Gulf News

Articles from the author

Tracking the UAE's metaverse ambitions

Early gains in jobs, regulation and virtual services show momentum

As the metaverse is still an emerging global market, questions around user adoption, business models, and platform interoperability remain areas of exploration rather than obstacles.

Smart speakers are becoming family members in GCC homes

Devices embed global brands into Arabic-speaking homes and multi-generational families

Smart speakers may grab the headlines, but connected TVs represent another critical frontline in the battle for digital ecosystems.

Robots at the table: AI and dining’s future in UAE

From robotic servers to AI kitchens, UAE restaurants blend innovation with hospitality

Across the globe, restaurants are experimenting with a progressive mix of AI-driven efficiency and the kind of immersive design that aim to deliver elevated and differentiated experiences.

How tech on our bodies is redefining daily life

From fitness trackers to AI-powered monitors, wearable tech is reshaping how we connect

If the past decade has been about data collection, the next will be about intelligent interpretation.

How technology is revolutionising UAE hospitality

Challenge in hospitality sector is to balance automation with the human touch

The UAE’s hospitality industry is undergoing a digital transformation at a pace rarely matched elsewhere in the world.

The UAE's rise as MENA's media hub

UAE emerges as MENA's media tech powerhouse in streaming innovation

As demand for on-demand entertainment continues to grow across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the UAE stands out for the depth and maturity of its digital ecosystem.

The rise of digital twins: Your AI alter ego

Digital twins redefine personal and professional interactions

Think of it as a digital concierge, business development manager, life coach, and data analyst rolled into one, with the ability to interact with other twins to negotiate introductions, flag opportunities, or even handle routine conversations

How the tech industry is redefining engagement

From forums to engines: How communities drive tech growth

The tech industry stands apart in its ability to mobilise around shared problems and collaborative problem-solving.

The rise of the young tech CEO

With startups led by digital natives, the tech sector is pioneering a new leadership model

Younger leaders in tech companies tend to foster work cultures prioritising flexibility, diversity, and creativity.

How technology is revolutionising the media industry

Media technology advancements also influence content creation itself

The shift toward mobile and digital devices has profoundly changed viewer habits.

Inside the UAE’s MedTech Boom

In Dubai, surgical robots have become increasingly common, making complex surgeries safer

Dubai’s Health Strategy 2030 emphasises building smart hospitals and digitising patient records.

How tech is pushing the boundaries of space exploration

Space travel represented humanity's highest technological aspiration and challenge

In the current era, companies like SpaceX epitomize how the role of technology in space exploration has intensified.

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