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UAE Launches Wearables Studio to Advance AI Innovation and Talent

Latest, News, Technology, UAE UAE Launches Wearables Studio to Advance AI Innovation and Talent September 22, 2026 The UAE Cyber Security Council and Meta have launched Wearables Studio UAE, a national programme focused on AI-powered wearable technology. The programme also supports the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031.

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