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The global smartphone market is facing its sharpest decline on record, with shipments expected to fall 14% in 2026, according to IDC. While Android devices could see a 20% drop, Apple is outperforming rivals thanks to stronger supply chain positioning and growing anticipation around its upcoming AI-powered iPhone updates.
28/05/2026
OMODA & JAECOO is showcasing how AI-powered humanoid robots and autonomous parking technologies could support the UAE’s smart city ambitions. Through its AiMOGA robotics platform and VPD self-parking system, the company is exploring future applications across airports, malls, public services, and urban mobility ecosystems.
Inditex, the owner of Zara, reported stronger sales growth in May, with revenue rising 11.5% despite higher costs and economic uncertainty linked to tensions in the Middle East. The fashion giant said its diversified supply chain has helped maintain operations, while all of its nearly 480 stores across the region remain open.
AWS has launched the Agentic Shopping Assistant, a new AI-powered solution that enables retailers to build their own conversational shopping experiences in as little as 60 days. Based on technology developed for Amazon’s AI shopping tools, the platform helps brands deliver personalized product recommendations, strengthen customer engagement, and maintain direct relationships with shoppers in the age of AI-driven commerce.
