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After establishing a robotics ecosystem, leading innovators from Norway’s capital are calling for more open access to risk capital so that they can take the next step in advancing technology. When it comes to tech startup success, Norway’s credentials are unique when compared to counterparts in Stockholm, Copenhagen, Gothenburg or even Helsinki. Over time, Oslo’s strong industrial and maritime traditions have transitioned to focus on business agility and tech disruption.

Thank you for joining! While the speed of AI’s rise in the enterprise sector is putting huge pressure on computing resources, help could be on its way in the form of the quieter rise of quantum computing. In this quarter’s issue, read how this emerging area of computer science focuses on building computers based on the principles of quantum theory.

GITEX AI EUROPE returns to Berlin from 30 June to 1 July Berlin – GITEX AI EUROPE, the most international technology and digital investment cross-industry event in Europe, is back to Germany, from 30 June to 1 July 2026, at Messe Berlin. As Europe’s definitive platform for sovereign digital transformation, GITEX AI EUROPE unites enterprises, SMEs and startups with investors, policymakers and researchers to accelerate new business, new capital and new partnerships. Registration is Now Live.

Thank you for joining! Cyber resilience under pressure: How to demonstrate readiness Recent geopolitical tensions have tested how organisations maintain operational continuity under stress—making cyber resilience a board-level priority for 2026 and beyond.

Thank you for joining! How a risky move paid off for Nvidia In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to Nvidia, the chip company at the centre of the AI revolution, about how its 20-year technology bet paid off. Oracle is laying off 30,000 workers – we find out what’s behind the controversial move. And we analyse the risks and opportunities from edge AI. Read the issue now.

Ongoing tensions between Iran, Israel and the US have brought new challenges to countries across the Gulf. For the education sector in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the wider Middle East, this evolving geopolitical situation presents a significant test. In response, schools and universities are increasingly turning to technology to ensure that learning continues without disruption.

Abu Dhabi has taken a step towards global artificial intelligence (AI) with Falcon Perception, a multimodal model that enables machines to efficiently see, read and interpret the physical world. Developed by the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of the emirate’s Advanced Technology Research Council, Falcon Perception expands the UAE’s AI ecosystem by combining vision and language capabilities.

Abu Dhabi takes a decisive step in global artificial intelligence (AI) with Falcon Perception, a multimodal model enabling machines to efficiently see, read and interpret the physical world. Developed by the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of the emirate’s Advanced Technology Research Council, Falcon Perception expands the UAE’s AI ecosystem by combining vision and language capabilities.

Thank you for joining! AI workloads are reshaping the storage landscape, pushing teams to adopt more intelligent, scalable, and performance-driven solutions. By embracing AI-ready storage architectures and addressing compliance challenges, organisations can unlock the full potential of AI while maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

The Middle East datacentre market is undergoing a massive transformation, emerging as a global powerhouse for digital infrastructure. This evolution is fuelled by a convergence of factors: ambitious government-led digital strategies, surging demand for cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) services, cost-optimisation imperatives and the arrival of both global hyperscalers and innovative local providers.