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YouTube is introducing a new feature that allows users to disable the appearance of Shorts on the platform, marking a major update in how short-form content is delivered to audiences. The feature, currently rolling out to users, gives individuals the option to reduce or temporarily disable Shorts from appearing in their home feed. While Shorts will remain part of the platform, the update enables users to manage how prominently they are surfaced within the app.

My day rarely stays in one mode for long. I can move from a work message to family logistics to a quick plan change within minutes, often while I’m on the move. In that reality, I do not judge AI by how many tools it offers, but rather by how it behaves when it helps, how relevant it is, and whether it acts responsibly. As AI becomes embedded in daily life, people judge it less on the number of tools and more on whether it makes decisions that feel appropriate.

Reed Hastings, Co-Founder and Chairman of Netflix, will step down from the company in June 2026, bringing to a close nearly three decades at the streaming giant. Hastings, 65, will not seek re-election at Netflix’s annual shareholder meeting, marking the final phase of a leadership transition that began when he stepped down as Co-CEO in 2023.

G42 has unveiled a new generative interface, alpha.G42.ai, in collaboration with R/GA, positioning it as a prototype for what could redefine how organisations build and deliver digital experiences. The Abu Dhabi-based AI company describes the platform as a departure from traditional websites, replacing static pages with a dynamic, conversational system powered by integrated large language models (LLMs).

KEO International Consultants has entered a strategic partnership with Margulies Hoelzli Architecture (MHA) to deliver integrated data centre solutions across the GCC and Europe, as demand for AI-ready infrastructure continues to accelerate. The collaboration brings together KEO’s regional infrastructure capabilities with MHA’s experience in hyperscale and mission-critical facility design.

Dubai has taken a significant step in scaling AI adoption across the public sector, with Digital Dubai launching the AI Workforce Transformation Programme (AI+), aimed at training 50,000 government employees. The initiative, developed in collaboration with the Dubai Government Human Resources Department and the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence under the Dubai Future Foundation, is designed to embed AI capabilities across all levels of government operations.

NVIDIA has introduced a new family of open-source quantum AI models, NVIDIA Ising, aimed at addressing some of the biggest challenges in quantum computing, including processor calibration and error correction. The Ising model family is designed to help researchers and enterprises build scalable quantum systems capable of running practical, real-world applications.

Dubai’s education system is continuing to adapt to a more digital-first reality, with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) introducing new home-based learning options for children aged 0 to 6. The move allows parents to opt for remote or home-led early education, in coordination with nurseries and early childhood centres, as part of a broader shift towards flexible and technology-enabled learning environments.

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Lenovo has officially opened its Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) Regional Headquarters in Riyadh, marking a significant step in the company’s regional expansion and its long-term investment in Saudi Arabia. The launch positions Riyadh as a central hub for Lenovo’s operations across the META region, supporting regional strategy, decision-making, and partnerships. The move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions to build a diversified, innovation-driven economy.