Web Summit Qatar 2026 returns with $2 billion boost and global tech ambitions

Web Summit Qatar 2026 returns with $2 billion boost and global tech ambitions

By Euronews Published on 17/02/2026 – 15:00 GMT+1•Updated 15:18 Web Summit Qatar 2026 returned to Doha as the country accelerates its push to become a global technology and innovation hub. Opening with the announcement of an additional $2 billion for Qatar’s Fund of Funds and a new 10-year residency programme for entrepreneurs, the summit highlighted how…

AI Summit 2026 Updates: Over $200 billion in investments expected over next two years, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

AI Summit 2026 Updates: Over $200 billion in investments expected over next two years, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

AI Impact Summit: Key Sessions (Feb 17) Mr. Roy Jakobs, Royal Philips – 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM Sunil Wadhwani – 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM Dr Sridhar Vembu, Zoho Corporation – 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Sunil Gupta, Co-Founder & CEO, Yotta Data Services – 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Mitesh Khapra, AI4Bharat –…

Egypt Digital Ad Spend Business Report 2026: Market to Reach $2.84 Billion by 2029 from $1.63 Billion in 2025

Egypt Digital Ad Spend Business Report 2026: Market to Reach $2.84 Billion by 2029 from $1.63 Billion in 2025

Company Logo The digital ad spend market in Egypt is growing rapidly, offering opportunities across channels like social media, gaming, and CTV/OTT. Key growth areas include programmatic buying, retail media, and diversified digital formats, such as video and influencer marketing, driven by evolving consumer engagement and technology adoption. Egyptian Digital Ad Spend Market Egyptian Digital…

AI Video Generation Startup Runway Raises $315 Million At $5.3 Billion Valuation

AI Video Generation Startup Runway Raises $315 Million At $5.3 Billion Valuation

AI is getting ever-better at generating video, and this potential is being reflected in the valuations of pure-play AI video generation companies. Runway, one of the pioneers in AI-powered video generation tools, announced today it has secured $315 million in Series E funding at a $5.3 billion valuation, marking a significant milestone for the generative…

Netherlands Digital Ad Spend Business Report 2026: Market to Reach $5.48 Billion by 2029 from $3.77 Billion in 2025

Netherlands Digital Ad Spend Business Report 2026: Market to Reach $5.48 Billion by 2029 from $3.77 Billion in 2025

Company Logo The Dutch digital ad market offers growth through retail media networks, first-party data strategies due to privacy shifts, and expanding CTV/digital audio options. AI tools optimize campaigns amid evolving compliance needs, while curated programmatic buys address quality demand, enhancing advertiser strategies. Dutch Digital Ad Spend Market Dutch Digital Ad Spend Market · GlobeNewswire…

China’s billion strong internet drives use

China’s billion strong internet drives use

China’s internet user population has reached around 1.125 billion people, underscoring the country’s vast digital footprint and creating ideal conditions for the rapid spread of generative artificial intelligence across daily life, workplaces and businesses. With roughly 80 percent of the population now online, smartphones have become the primary access point for communication, shopping, payments and…

China’s internet user base hits 1.125 billion, generative AI sees expanded adoption_英语频道_央视网(cctv.com)

China’s internet user base hits 1.125 billion, generative AI sees expanded adoption_英语频道_央视网(cctv.com)

BEIJING, Feb. 5 (Xinhua) — China had 1.125 billion internet users by the end of 2025, with the penetration rate climbing to 80.1 percent, according to an official industry report. The report, released by the China Internet Network Information Center on Thursday, underscores broader adoption of generative AI technology across the country’s consumer and industrial…

The Influencer Market Is Projected To Grow To $44.34 Billion By 2030, Expanding At A CAGR Of 22.5%

The Influencer Market Is Projected To Grow To $44.34 Billion By 2030, Expanding At A CAGR Of 22.5%

(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) EINPresswire/ — “The influencer market has become a rapidly expanding sector, driven by changes in how people engage with digital content and brands online. As social media continues to evolve and new technologies emerge, the influencer landscape is set to undergo significant growth, shaping marketing strategies worldwide. Let’s explore the current market…

Netherlands B2C Ecommerce Report 2025: A $59.95 Billion Market by 2029 from $43.26 Billion in 2024

Netherlands B2C Ecommerce Report 2025: A $59.95 Billion Market by 2029 from $43.26 Billion in 2024

Company Logo The Dutch ecommerce market offers growth potential in B2C segments, driven by increasing digital retail, social and quick commerce trends, and consumer preferences for varied sales channels and devices. Opportunities exist in retail shopping, travel & hospitality, and digital payments across diverse demographics. Dutch B2C Ecommerce Market Dutch B2C Ecommerce Market · GlobeNewswire…

ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs

ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs

THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Dutch semiconductor chip machine maker ASML recorded a record net profit of 9.6 billion euros ($11.5 billion) in 2025 on sales of 32.7 billion euros fueled by AI-driven demand, the company reported Wednesday as it also announced plans to slash its workforce by about 1,700, about 4% of its workforce. The…