Students getting distracted by their mobile devices could become a thing of the past.
That's according to Ricardo Barcena, CEO of Spotnik Technologies, who says they're working with youngsters and education facilities to create apps that can control what is enabled and disabled on a phone.
Barcena told ARN News how such apps will put a stop to growing issues involving devices and social media.
Emirates Groups announces AED4.1 billion pre-tax profit in H1 2026
The Emirates Group has posted a profit before tax of AED 4.1 billion ($1.1 billion) for the first six months of 2026-27, despite disruptions and high fuel prices due to the regional conflict.
Disney's Pixar names Jonathan Garson president as Jim Morris steps back
Pixar Animation Studios announced on Wednesday that veteran Jonathan Garson will become president on January 4, replacing Jim Morris, who will step back from day-to-day leadership ahead of his eventual retirement.
DIP Holding places final IPO price
The final offer price for DIP Holding’s initial public offering (IPO) has been set at AED 1.12 per share following stronger investor demand.
Gulfood Manufacturing brings global industry leaders to Dubai
Food security, domestic production and supply chain resilience are taking centre stage in Dubai as Gulfood Manufacturing 2026 brings together manufacturers, technology providers and industry leaders from around the world.
ADNOC Gas signs five-year LNG supply agreement with TotalEnergies
ADNOC Gas and its subsidiaries on Tuesday announced a five-year liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply agreement with TotalEnergies for up to 1.6 million tonnes of LNG.
Frequent travellers to Dubai will benefit from five-year multiple-entry tourist visas and a host of other rewards, including discounts, gift cards and hotel room upgrades, under the newly launched 'Dubai Access Club' tourism initiative.
New traffic regulations in the UAE will introduce tighter rules on vehicle registration, electric scooter use and road safety from January 1, 2027.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has emphasised the need to strengthen supply chain resilience to support global energy security.
