2026 stories - Page 27

Dubai International Arbitration Centre launches DANA digital platform to streamline case management and enhance transparency in dispute resolution from January 2026.

In 2026, AI projects will face tough ROI demands and governance scrutiny, forcing firms to prioritise measurable results and responsible innovation.

AMD powers 40% of the world's top ten supercomputers, including El Capitan and Frontier, driving advances in AI and energy-efficient HPC globally.

SAP has made a massive overhaul of its learning offering, making content free and revamping certifications to focus on practical skills.

In 2025, tech firms shift marketing focus from volume to clarified strategies, stronger positioning and executive-led messaging for greater commercial impact.

Visa has expanded its Intelligent Commerce framework in Asia Pacific, introducing new AI-driven payment security protocols for agentic commerce starting early 2026.

Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.

Thai Airways will be the first to install Neo Space Group's Skywaves Wi-Fi line-fit on its 34 Boeing 787 Dreamliners, offering speeds up to 200 Mbps.

Sinch predicts AI-driven digital messaging will grow fivefold by 2026, reshaping customer engagement with smarter, faster, and more secure communications.

Equinix plans a USD $22 million data centre in Lagos, its first in West Africa, boosting digital infrastructure to power Nigeria's growing tech economy by 2026.

Two-thirds of routine HR tasks in Singapore will be automated by 2026, but concerns over AI fairness and compliance linger among leaders.

By 2026, AI will transform developer roles with 65% expecting shifts towards strategy and design, while automation prompts leaner teams and evolving skillsets.

Malaysia boosts its AI sector with major infrastructure and partnerships while planning new governance laws to ensure ethical, transparent tech growth.

Mortar AI launches MMM Pulse, a fast, data-light tool giving marketers quick, reliable insights into the true impact of campaigns and channels.

In 2026, firms will shift AI investment towards cost-efficiency, data governance, and measurable outcomes amid rising scrutiny of AI returns, says OpenText.

By 2026, AI and tax intelligence will revolutionise business compliance, driving real-time reporting and transforming finance, trade, retail, and hospitality sectors globally.

AMD outlines multi-year growth expectations as new market analysis from Moomoo assesses the company's reliance on data centre and AI demand.

By 2026, AI agents will streamline one-third of B2B payments, while stablecoins and biometrics reshape global payment security and standards.

Visa survey reveals 88% of digital creators expect growth, yet 62% still use personal accounts, highlighting a need for tailored business banking solutions.

The CNCF has launched the Certified Cloud Native Platform Engineer credential to certify advanced platform engineering skills for enterprises.