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Google Makes Products More Helpful in Arabic

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Google made a series of announcements today, at its largest event in the region, in a commitment to make its products more helpful to the Arab world. The announcements are new features on Google Search, the launch of Google Assistant in 15 new countries, a new safety feature on Maps and one million USD grant to scale digital skills programs next year.

Lino Cattaruzzi, Managing Director for Google in the Middle East and North Africa, said: “Every day, people in the Middle East and North Africa turn to Google for help, to get things done and to learn new things. Over the years, we’ve improved how our products work for in Arabic, whether that was on Search, Assistant, Maps or YouTube. We are committed to making our products more helpful to people in the Middle East and North Africa, and to scale our digital skills program to open opportunities for more people.”

The announcements include:

A richer, more visual Search experience in Arabic: A new display of information in a simple one-box related to movie timings, music, and sports – three of the top things people search for in Arabic.  

Cameos: A new feature that allows public personalities, actors, and artists to post videos on the Search homepage where they answer popular questions addressed to them.

Google Assistant in 15 Arab countries: Google’s virtual assistant, designed to help people get things done  like making calls, playing music and navigate traffic, will be available in Arabic and will understand the local dialects in 15 countries – United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Iraq, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine and Mauritania. The Assistant was launched earlier in 2019 in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.

Updates on Google Maps – Stay Safe: A feature that gives users an “off-route alert” when a driver has deviated from the suggested route by more than 500 meters, with an option to share live trip update with friends and family.

Motorcycle  mode in Egypt: A feature to help Egyptian motorcyclists navigate traffic and avoid congested routes

$1 million grant in digital skills: Google.org is regranting Injaz, an NGO that specializes in youth training, $1 million to scale digital skills trainings in Arabic, to reach a further 100,000 people in 2020.

The Google for MENA event was attended by hundreds of people representing government, business leaders, developers and entrepreneurs. In 2018, Google launched an Arabic digital skills program, “Maharat min Google,” which has reached more than 500,000 young people, women and underprivileged students in the MENA region. 130,000 of those were able to find jobs, grow their careers and their businesses.  

A 2019 research by Public First research company estimates that 89% of people in the UAE and Saudi Arabia use Search once a month to learn a new skill, and 80% of online Egyptians use Google Search because it provides new information not available by other means.

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Qualcomm to Deliver a Keynote Speech at COMPUTEX 2025

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TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) announced that Cristiano Amon, Qualcomm Incorporated President and CEO, is invited to be the speaker at COMPUTEX 2025 Keynote, sharing his vision of the transformative impact of AI on device experiences and ecosystems. The keynote will be on 14:00, May 19, (UCT+8), at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 2, 7F.

For 40 years, Qualcomm has been a leader in next-generation technologies, setting the pace for innovation across industries. Edge AI impacts virtually every industry as phones, PCs, cars, and other devices become increasingly interactive and personalized. Cristiano Amon is the President and CEO of Qualcomm. He has been instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction, particularly in Edge AI, the development of a leading and differentiated product roadmap, and accelerating 5G adoption. Under his leadership, Qualcomm has continued to expand and diversify into multiple industries, including automotive, computing, virtual reality, augmented reality, networking, and industrial.

COMPUTEX 2025 with the theme “AI Next,” is set to take place from May 20th to May 23rd at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1 & 2. This event will host nearly 1,400 exhibitors across 4,800 booths, showcasing three major themes: AI & Robotics, Next-Gen Tech, and Future Mobility. Registration for COMPUTEX Keynote will open in April, please stay tuned and follow us on our website.

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COMPUTEX 2025: NVIDIA CEO to Unveil Latest AI Breakthroughs in Keynote

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One of COMPUTEX’s organizers, TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council), announced that NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang will deliver the first keynote at COMPUTEX 2025, outlining the latest advancements and breakthroughs in AI and accelerated computing technologies.

The keynote will take place at the Taipei Music Center and be livestreamed at 11 a.m. Taiwan Time on Monday, May 19 (Sunday, May 18, 8 p.m. PT), with a replay available on COMPUTEX Keynote website.

As a leader in AI, NVIDIA continues to push the boundaries of innovation in accelerated computing, physical AI, agentic AI, and scientific discovery—turning yesterday’s impossibilities into today’s reality. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain deep insights into how NVIDIA is shaping the future with AI and connecting with industry leaders to co-create a better future.

The show has long showcased Taiwan’s dynamic technology ecosystem and grown into a key platform for cutting-edge systems essential to scaling AI globally. At the event, major technology companies will showcase their products powered by NVIDIA technology, collectively supporting the rapid growth of the technology and AI ecosystem.

COMPUTEX 2025 with the theme “AI Next,” is set to take place from May 20th to May 23rd at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1 & 2. This event will host nearly 1,400 exhibitors across 4,800 booths, showcasing three major themes: AI & Robotics, Next-Gen Tech, and Future Mobility.

Registrations are now open for the event: https://www.gadgetvoize.com/computex25

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HONOR Announces its Participation at MWC 2025

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HONOR has announced its participation at MWC 2025 and is set to make a major announcement at this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, with a keynote presentation on Sunday, March 2, 2025. At the event, HONOR will introduce the “HONOR ALPHA PLAN”, the brand’s new strategic initiative, followed by the launch of its latest AI innovations and AI-enabled products.

The term “ALPHA” carries rich meanings across different domains. As a symbol, it represents the pioneering spirit that drives exploration into uncharted territories. In terms of achievement, it signifies peak performance and excellence at the highest level. From a structural perspective, it embodies core strength and fundamental driving force. In markets, while beta represents steady market-following returns, alpha symbolizes exceptional performance that surpasses benchmarks through active innovation and strategic foresight.

To HONOR, these multiple dimensions of “ALPHA” perfectly align with the brand’s vision and mission. As a trailblazer in the tech industry, HONOR drives innovation forward. Through the brand’s pursuit of innovation and technology, HONOR demonstrates its commitment to excellence. As a key player in the AI device ecosystem, HONOR channels the brand’s core strength into creating breakthrough solutions.

In this transformative era of AI, “HONOR ALPHA PLAN” positions HONOR at the forefront of technological advancement. HONOR aims to build an open-collaborative AI ecosystem with its global partners, creating unprecedented possibilities for the future of AI devices.

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