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      Alkesh Sharma

      Alkesh Sharma

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      Based out of Toronto, Alkesh Sharma is a Technology Correspondent reporting for The National from North America. With an experience of over 15 years in journalism to his credit, he has worked across Asia and the Middle East and globe trotted to cover important technology events from the East to the West end of the world. He has been covering the Big Tech companies, consumer tech and telecoms for The National since 2018. Prior to joining The National, he has worked with leading media outlets across India and the UAE.

      Articles

      Mubadala, which invests on behalf of the Abu Dhabi government, is expanding its portfolio in various sectors. Bloomberg
      Mubadala and Carlyle's AlpInvest launch global financing partnership

      The deal aims to support the growing demand for liquidity and capital solutions within private markets

      MarketsDecember 11, 2024
      Gemini is designed to support users in various tasks, from conversational interactions to creative projects. Bloomberg
      Google launches Gemini 2.0, its 'most capable' AI model

      Latest model introduces 'agentic AI' that can make decisions and act on behalf of users

      TechnologyDecember 11, 2024
      Saudi Arabia aims to attract 150 million visitors and raise tourism’s contribution to 10 per cent of the gross domestic product by 2030. Getty Images
      Saudi Arabia’s PIF launches Adeera to create homegrown hospitality brands

      The new hotel management company will oversee the development and management of Saudi hotel brands

      EconomyDecember 10, 2024
      Pakistan alone accounted for $311 million in blocked funds, Iata said. Reuters
      Airline industry's $1.7bn in blocked funds 'threaten connectivity'

      Pakistan, Bangladesh and several African nations responsible for overdue payments

      AviationDecember 09, 2024
      Global automotive trade decreased 3 per cent in the third quarter but is expected to end the year with a 4 per cent growth, Unctad said. AFP
      Global trade to hit record $33tn in 2024, but uncertainty looms for 2025

      Outlook remains uncertain due to risks of expanded trade wars, US policy shifts and geopolitical challenges

      EconomyDecember 05, 2024
      An Airbus A350-900, the first Air France jet long-haul aircraft to use sustainable aviation fuel produced by France's Total. AFP
      Aramco, TotalEnergies and SIRC to explore SAF plant in Saudi Arabia

      Pact was announced during the French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to the kingdom

      EnergyDecember 03, 2024
      Pat Gelsinger unveils the Intel Gaudi 3 accelerator at a conference in Phoenix. Photo: Intel
      Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger retires amid competitive pressure

      Following the news, Intel's stock jumped more than 3%

      TechnologyDecember 02, 2024
      Aramco aims to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2050. Bloomberg
      Aramco buys 10% stake in Horse Powertrain to boost mobility solutions

      The agreement is based on a $7.8bn valuation of the UK company, which is jointly owned by Renault Group and Geely

      EnergyDecember 02, 2024
      The UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, aligning them with market fluctuations. Christopher Pike / The National
      UAE petrol prices to fall in December

      Diesel price to go up, reflecting movements in the global oil market

      EnergyNovember 30, 2024
      Brazil is one of the UAE's top trading partners in Latin America. Getty
      Abu Dhabi Investment Group to invest $100bn in Brazil

      Focus sectors will include technology, aviation, automotive manufacturing, finance and energy

      EconomyNovember 29, 2024
      By 2033, the initiative aims to add Dh20 billion a year to Dubai’s economy and create 120,000 jobs. Bloomberg
      Dubai approves $204m for next phase of R&D programme to boost innovation economy

      The programme aims to contribute $5.4bn annually to the emirate's GDP by 2033

      TechnologyNovember 28, 2024
      ADGM prepares to host Abu Dhabi Finance Week next month, expected to attract more than 20,000 delegates. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
      ADGM draws more fund managers with Q3 assets under management up 215%

      The financial hub sees rapid growth with new entrants boosting managed wealth significantly during the quarter

      EconomyNovember 28, 2024
      Mubadala Capital aims to strengthen CI’s expansion strategy, particularly in the US. Victor Besa / The National
      Mubadala Capital to take CI Financial private in $8.7bn deal

      The all-cash transaction is expected to close by the second quarter of next year

      EconomyNovember 25, 2024
      Guests interact with a robot at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence in Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
      UAE ranked fifth globally in AI competitiveness

      Emirates commended by Global Vibrancy Tool 2024 for government's commitment to technology

      TechnologyNovember 22, 2024
      The Central Bank of the UAE will oversee and regulate the operations of the company managing the KYC platform. Photo: Central Bank of UAE
      UAE launches digital KYC platform to boost financial transparency

      A newly established entity will be responsible for developing and managing the platform, with full legal authority to oversee its operations

      BankingNovember 22, 2024
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