Huawei has been blocked from installing Facebook-owned apps, including WhatsApp and Instagram before shipping them out to buyers.
Those who purchase the smartphones will be able to manually install them if they choose to.
This comes as part of restrictions by the US government from doing business with the Chinese tech giant over security concerns.
Parkin expands into Sharjah's Aljada with partnership with Arada
Starting today, Parkin has expanded its smart paid parking services to Sharjah's Aljada following a five-year partnership with developer Arada.
US states sue to block Paramount’s $110 billion Warner Bros Discovery deal
California and 11 states have sued to block Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, alleging the deal would create a media behemoth with the power to raise prices in film and television.
Dubai steps up coordination to boost supply chains, trade flow
The Dubai Ports Authority has held a coordination meeting with shipping companies, cargo operators and key partners to enhance the efficiency of container movement and goods through Dubai's ports.
Masdar reaches financial close for $6.1 billion 24/7 clean energy project
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, Masdar, has announced financial close for the world's first gigascale 24/7 renewable energy project, marking a defining milestone in the commercialisation of the next generation of clean energy infrastructure.
Volkswagen CEO says 50,000 more job cuts may be needed to close competitive gap
Volkswagen may need to cut about 50,000 more jobs to match the competitiveness of rivals, its CEO told staff in an internal memo, effectively confirming for the first time that the automaker is looking to reduce up to 100,000 positions.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited Qatar to offer his condolences following the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
Dubai’s General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs has reported strong growth in entry and residency services during the first half of 2026.
UAE Minister of State, Lana Nusseibeh, has reiterated that targeting commercial vessels or using the Strait of Hormuz as a tool for extortion is unacceptable.
