Future Talk

Jeff Bezos Steps Down as Amazon Boss (06.06.21)

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has officially stepped down as the company's chief executive. In this episode, we discuss this shocking news. We also talk a...

A Mask that Tests You For COVID-19 (05.06.21)

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A mask that tests you for COVID-19 while you’re wearing it. The question is: would you wear it? In this episode, we discuss the way this mask works....

UAE Launches New Contact Tracing System (04.07.21)

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE has launched an investigation and contact tracing system that will conduct a virtual chat with people who test positive for Covid-19. In this ...

RIP Pepper the Robot (01.07.21)

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Pepper, the friendly little humanoid robot that was launched back in 2014 looks as if it may be retired - for now at least. In this episode, we discus...

The Winner of Apple’s WWDC21 Challenge with Sabrina Sales (30.06.21)

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A 12-year old student in the UAE who is among the winners o WeApple's annual competition, Swift Student Challenge, for student coders joins the Future...

First Glimpse of UAE’s COVID-19 Facial Scanners (29.06.21)

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facial scanners that can detect signs of Covid-19 have been introduced in Abu Dhabi. In this episode, we discuss what the device comprises. We also ta...

The UAE’s Mars Science City (28.06.21)

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Construction of the world’s largest Mars simulation city is set to begin in the Dubai desert next year. In this episode, we discuss what this city i...

The Debut of the Last Windows: Windows 11 Features (27.06.21)

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Microsoft Corp on Thursday showed Windows 11, its first major operating system revamp since 2015 with new changes that take direct aim at Apple’s op...

How to Witness the Strawberry Moon in the UAE (23.06.21)

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Stargazers in the UAE can catch a glimpse of the Strawberry Moon on June 24. In this episode, we discuss the last supermoon of the year. We also talk ...

How to Get Your Electronic Emirates ID (22/06/21)

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Some UAE residents who have renewed their Emirates IDs are yet to receive them. In this episode, we discuss how you can apply for your electronic vers...

New Android Apps with ‘Joker’ Malware (21.06.20)

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The infamous ‘Joker’ malware has been spotted in various apps found on the Google Play Store for three years now. In this episode, we discuss whic...

UAE's Alhosn App: Is it Fixed? (20.06.21)

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Services of the Alhosn app – the official digital platform for Covid-19 testing in the UAE – has been restored on Saturday. Watch to find out more...

New Scanners Detect Potential Covid Cases in the UAE (17.06.21)

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

New advanced scanners that detect Covid-19 will be piloted in Abu Dhabi. In this episode, we discuss how these scanners work. We also talk about flydu...

World Wide Web Code Up for Auction as NFT (16.06.21)

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The original source code for the World Wide Web that was written by its inventor Tim Berners-Lee is up for sale at Sotheby’s as part of a non-fungib...

Meet Amazon's New Warehouse Robots: Ernie and Bert (15.06.21)

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon shared details on four of its new warehouse robots it’s testing to improve worker safety. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of automat...

Sharjah Student Invents Anti-Cheating System (14.06.21)

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A 12-year-old student in Sharjah has created an anti-cheating guard for online exams that alerts the school if a student is straying away from the exa...

Meet Grace the COVID-19 Healthcare Robot (13.06.21)

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Hong Kong team behind celebrity humanoid robot Sophia is launching a new prototype, Grace, that is designed to interact with the elderly and those...

How Does Instagram Decide What You See First? (09.06.21)

13 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri shed some light on how the social network decides what you see first. In this episode, we discuss how the platform decide...

Recap of Apple’s Annual Developer Conference (08.06.21)

13 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, or WWDC, is the company’s annual conference for software makers. In this episode, we give you a quick rec...

Meet the Hacker Who Breached UAE Police’s Website (07.06.21)

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It only took two leisurely minutes for Marshal Webb to hack into Dubai Police's website and take it offline – a move that would normally be a crimin...

Facebook Suspending Trump Until 2023 (06.06.21)

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook has suspended former US president Donald Trump from its platform until at least January 2023 in a decision that has been watched closely for ...

Huawei Launches New Operating System for Phones (03.06.21)

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Huawei will start rolling out HarmonyOS on certain models of its smartphones offering users the chance to switch from the current operating system tha...

Book Your COVID-19 Vaccine Via WhatsApp (02.06.21)

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An automated chatbot application is running around the clock over WhatsApp and can be used to book slots for your vaccine in Dubai. In this episode, w...

Tech It Out: Charge a Phone in Eight Minutes (01.06.21)

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Xiaomi has shown off its latest fast charging tech demo and is claiming the new world records for both wired and wireless charging speeds. In this epi...

Facial Recognition and Motion Sensors in UAE Schools (31.05.21)

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facial recognition and biometrics have been a useful in many sectors in the UAE. In this episode, we discuss how AI has now been integrated into the s...

The Rainmaker to light the UAE skies (30.05.21)

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE has funded a drone that would light the UAE skies with rain and make the summer days a lot cooler. In this episode we also talk about the App...

SCRF Teaches Children the Basics of Robotics with Baraa Al Jilani (27.05.21)

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The world is changing, and sometimes it probably seems you're in a race to catch up. Robotics is a fascinating part of science. It helps to make work ...

The First Supermoon of the Year with Prof. Mashhoor Al Wardat (26.05.21)

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On May 26, a big lunar event that took place where sky was adorned with a supermoon that is perhaps the largest-looking one of the year. In this episo...

Detecting Dementia through an iPad Test with Dr. Sina Habibi (25.05.21)

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Could Artificial intelligence be used to predict the likelihood that the individual will develop Dementia or Alzheimer’s? In this episode, Dr. Sina ...

Are Apple Computers Safe from Malware? (24.05.21)

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple is not pleased with the amount of malware on its MacOS operating system. In this episode, we discuss why Apple computers have become more suscep...

Watch the UAE Skies for the Flower Supermoon Soon (23.05.21)

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mark your calendars for the next big lunar event that will happen on Wednesday, May 26 when the UAE skies. In this episode, we discuss how you can wit...

Ask Dr. Google: A health tool identifies skin conditions (20.05.21)

23 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Google’s latest foray into health care is a web tool that uses artificial intelligence to help people identify skin, hair, or nail conditions. In th...

Making Money on Snapchat Using Spotlight (19.05.21)

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spotlight will, for the first time, offer Snapchat users the opportunity to see their content go viral, as well as discover trending videos from aroun...

The Pink iPhone 13: Rumor or Truth? (18.05.21)

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter is a buzz with leaked photos of an alleged pink iPhone 13. In this episode, we discuss the truth behind those images. We also talk about a stu...

What to Expect From Google I/O 2021 (17.05.21)

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Google I/O, the company’s big developer conference, is back after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, we discuss...

Apple Discontinues Space Grey Accessories? (16.05.21)

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fans of Apple’s ‘space gray’ colour: the company is officially discontinuing the hue for its Magic Keyboards, mice, trackpads, and other accesso...

Should Facebook Abandon Plans to Build Instagram For Kids? (12.05.21)

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Attorneys general from 44 states and territories urged Facebook to abandon its plans to create an Instagram service for kids under the age of 13. In t...

Clubhouse Comes to Android (11.05.21)

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After more than a year of iOS exclusivity, social audio platform Clubhouse is releasing its Android app. In this episode, we discuss all the upcoming ...

WhatsApp Removes Deadline for Accepting New Privacy Policy (10.05.21)

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

WhatsApp has retreated again from its plan to force users to accept new terms which critics said could expand data collection from its two billion use...

Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park Launches Innovation Hackathon (09.05.21)

09 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sharjah Innovation park is launching a global virtual hackathon towards smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable energy for university students a...

Celebrating World Password Day! (06.05.21)

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s World Password Day today and that brings us to discuss how you can create a strong password so hackers can’t crack and steal all your persona...

The Smart Prayer Rug and Twitter Launching Spaces Rooms for More Users (05.05.21)

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Technology has also been deployed at holy sites in the region to ensure social distancing, and now tools are being unveiled to empower those who are p...

Drones That Can Fly Themselves (04.05.21)

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss drones having level 4 autonomy and their uses in search and rescue missions. We also talk about China preparing to launch ...

E-scooters Ban in Public Parks in the UAE (03.05.21)

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss how people who own e-scooters may use them freely, but only in the five designated zones in certain emirates in the UAE. W...

Three-Minute iPad Test Detect Signs of Dementia (02.05.21)

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A three-minute iPad test could help doctors in the UAE spot early signs of dementia 15 years before patients start showing symptoms. In this episode, ...

Scam Warning: Websites Offering Ramadan Restaurant Discounts in the UAE (29.04.21)

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Police authorities in the UAE have urged residents to dial up restaurants to place their food orders instead of relying on random websites offering Ra...

An Application Eases the Communication with Autistic Children (28.04.21)

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we discuss an app that helps autistic children communicate better with its four main built-in features—speech, phrases, cards and s...

The Data Hacks of Facebook and LinkedIn with Michail Maniatakos (27.04.21)

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To share or not to share is a question that we should be asking ourselves every once in a while before posting on social media platforms especially af...

Hackers Using Social Media to 'Stalk' Potential Victims (26.04.21)

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated and ruthless than ever, targeting people's private lives and impersonating friends or work colleagues t...

A Powerful Wearable AC: Would You Wear it? (25.04.21)

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sony has announced a follow-up product to the Reon Pocket, the app-controlled “wearable air conditioner”. In this episode, we discuss the features...

Apple's New Purple iPhone 12, iPad Pro, iMac and AirTags (22.04.21)

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple launched a range of products, including its long-awaited AirTag to track and find missing items. In this episode, we discuss the features of the...

Turning The Humidity In The Air Into Drinking Water With Ed Atkin (21.04.21)

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time in the UAE, a technology was created to turn the humidity in the air into drinking water and we brought the Director Global Operat...

App: Bringing Recycling Bins to Your Doorstep with Jérôme Viricel (20.04.21)

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How can technology help ease recycling? In this episode, we discuss the application Recapp that is available in the UAE that helps users recycle by br...

The Eyecam: The Webcam that Looks Like a Real Eye (19.01.21)

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sensing devices are everywhere, up to the point where we become unaware of their presence. In this episode, we discuss a webcam that is shaped like a ...

Phone wet and won’t turn on? Here’s what to do with water damage (18.04.21)

18 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While new phones are advertised as “water resistant”, this doesn’t mean they are waterproof, or totally immune to water. In this episode, we dis...

Do Students in the UAE Score Better in Exams When Taught Online? (15.04.21)

17 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A study from the UAE showed that students perform significantly better in exams when taught online. In this episode, we discuss the benefits of distan...

Robots On Call for Home Deliveries (14.04.21)

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Run out of milk? Robots are on call for home deliveries in Singapore. In this episode, we discuss the features of these robots. We also talk about Emi...

Ramadan Features On TikTok and Fawazeer with Rami Zeidan (13.04.21)

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The holy month of Ramadan has always been a time of togetherness. In this episode, Head of Video and Creative for TikTok MENA Rami Zeidan joins us to ...

Teaching Orphans Programming with Nadeen Tarek and Dr. Imran Zualkernan (12.04.21)

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Student volunteers from American University of Sharjah are teaching orphans and underprivileged adults the basics of physics, programming and the appl...

UAE in Space: The Arab World’s First Woman Astronaut (11.04.21)

11 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE has selected two new Emiratis to be part of its astronaut corps, including the Arab world’s first female astronaut. In this episode, we disc...

The IoT-Based Smart Cane with Mariam Arshi and Reem Al Amiri (08.04.21)

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Technology is giving sight to the visually impaired. In this episode, two members of the team of computer science and engineering AUS students that re...

Tesla Trucks Join Bee'ah Electric Vehicle Fleet with Nasir Al Shamsi (07.04.21)

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beea’h is the first in the region to deploy a fleet of low-noise, emissions-free electric vehicles for city cleaning services. In this episode, Dire...

UAE Police Warn of One-Time Password Scams and Fake Discounts (06.04.21)

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Authorities in the UAE are warning customers to never share one-time passwords with unidentified callers. In this episode, we discuss the risks of the...

First Emirati Artist to Sell Artworks On NFT in NYC (05.04.21)

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Emirati artist Maisoon Al Saleh’s works are currently on view at Agora Gallery, New York City. In this episode, we discuss her digital artwork. We a...

Should Companies Give their Employees a 'Rest Up' Week Off? (04.04.21)

04 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Professional social network LinkedIn is giving nearly all of its 15,900 full-time workers next week off to avoid burnout and allow its employees to re...

Making Internet Browsing Easier for Autistic People (01.04.21)

03 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

People with autism are often sensitive to their environment. They have unusually delicate sensory systems, which means that their senses can be easily...

Google Maps Directs Drivers to ‘Eco-Friendly' Routes (31.03.21)

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Google's Maps app will soon start directing drivers along routes estimated to generate the lowest carbon emissions based on traffic, slopes and other ...

‘Stretch’: The New Warehouse Worker Robot (30.03.21)

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

U.S. robotics company Boston Dynamics on Monday unveiled a new robot called Stretch, designed to perform one very specific warehouse job: moving boxes...

Arabic Google Assistant Responds to Questions about Our Emotions With Najeeb Jarrar (29.03.21)

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

“Google, show me the weather forecast!”- You ask your device and your wish is Google’s command but how does Google decode these commands? In thi...

Driverless Taxis Launching Soon in the UAE (28.03.21)

28 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

More than 10 driverless vehicles will hit the roads in the UAE soon. In this episode, we discuss the different steps taking place to make this a reali...

Brazil Fines Apple $2 Million for Not Including Chargers with iPhone 12 series (23.03.21)

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Brazilian consumer watchdog has fined Apple $2 million for not including a charger in the newly-launched iPhone 12 series. In this episode, we discuss...

UAE’s Hope Probe Transitions into Science Orbit Around Mars (22.03.21)

22 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE’s Hope probe will soon perform the first of two manoeuvres to get closer to its science orbit around Mars. In this episode, we discuss the s...

New Instagram Safety Feature to Protect Kids (18.03.21)

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Instagram has announced new safety measures for teenagers and kids to guard youngsters on its application. In this episode, we discuss the feature. We...

How Secure Are Our Smart Devices With Nicolai Solling (21.03.21)

21 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Internet of Things adds so much to your home comforts. By using smart devices that connect to the internet, you can make your coffee ready for whe...

Planting 10,000 Ghaf Trees Using Drones With Nabra Al Busaidy (17.03.21)

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It takes 2.5 months to plant 4,000 Ghaf Trees manually, how can drones change this reality? In this episode, Sustainability and Community Manager at C...

How Many Social Media Accounts Do Users in the UAE Have? (15.03.21)

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A new study shows that users in the UAE have more than 10 accounts on social media platforms. In this episode, we discuss which social media platforms...

UAE Rolls Out New COVID-19 Breath Test with Results in One Minute (14.03.21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE is carrying out a trial to assess the accuracy of an easy-to-use breath test to detect COVID-19 within one minute. In this episode, we discuss...

The UAE Uses Electric Shock Drones in Cloud-Seeding Operations (11/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Forecasters in the UAE are studying whether electricity could improve rainfall during cloud-seeding operations. In this episode, we discuss the scienc...

Creating Digital Equity with Mike Dawson (10/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

59% of the people in low income countries don’t have access to the internet. How can we make digital content more accessible without needing interne...

How Do You Tech: Backing up Your iPhone Photos and Videos to Google Photos (09/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple rolled out a tool that allows you to copy all of the pictures that you have stored in Apple photos over to Google Photos. In this episode, we gi...

International Woman’s Day : UAE’s 5 Most Prominent Women in Tech (08/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Happy International Woman’s Day! In celebration of this glorious day, we will be mentioning the top 5 most prominent women in tech in the UAE. In t...

The New Amazon 'Just Walk Out' Shop (07/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Amazon just opened a new shop using automated the checkout technology. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of using such technology. We also ta...

Space Panels Beam Electricity Back to Earth (04/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Could outer space provide us with electricity right here on Earth? In this episode, we discuss how solar panels in space are absorbing blue-light ener...

Sharjah Police Innovation Award for Ideas Tackling COVID-19 (03/03/21)

14 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sharjah Police are offering tens of thousands of dirhams in prize money for ideas to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. In this episode, we discuss the ...

Talking Pictures with Deepfake Technology (02.03.21)

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at a picture and thought how would it look animated? Well you no longer have to use your imagination because in this episode of F...

UAE's New eCall System Alerts Police about Accidents Within Seconds (01.03.21)

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An electronic car call system that automatically alerts the nearest police station about an accident has been launched in Abu Dhabi to speed up accide...

An Exoskeleton for the Elderly with Dr. Shayok and Mohammed Kharroub (28.02.21)

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The majority of elderly people face difficulties while walking because the muscular activity starts to deteriorate with aging. To make their life more...

Twitter’s New Hacking Label Getting Hacked (25.02.21)

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter has started to label some tweets with a warning about materials “obtained through hacking.” In this episode, we discuss where this feature...

Sharjah’s Digital Transformation with Amin Al Zarouni (24.02.21)

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Smart cities are no longer just a concept or a dream of the future. Sharjah is a living example of that. In this episode, CEO of SAHAB Smart Solution...

Samsung’s First AR Glasses (23.02.21)

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Samsung has been toying with AR glasses for years. In this episode, we discuss the different models they are currently working on. We also talk about ...

SMILE: The Smart Vaccine Portable Carrier with Kitty Liao (22.02.21)

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The whole world is racing to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Yet in this race, developing countries are running dangerously behind as the number of C...

Sharjah Police Drones Circulate Social Distancing Message (21.02.21)

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sharjah Police have deployed drones to remind the public about the importance of adhering to safety measures introduced to fight the spread of Covid-1...

The Future of Online Therapy with Khawla Hammad (18.02.21)

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It goes without saying that the current coronavirus pandemic has impacted the world in lots of different ways. Everything from our health services, to...

AI Scheduling in Healthcare with Melda Akin (17.02.21)

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We can't facilitate access to healthcare by merely increasing the number of physicians. It is also important to ensure that physicians are available a...

Samsung Introduces Blood Pressure and ECG Feature in the UAE (16.02.21)

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority announced the launch of the 4th edition of UAE Hackathon: Data for Happiness and Wellbeing organized by TR...

UAE’s Hope Probe First Close-Up Image of Mars (15.02.21)

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE released the first close-up image of Mars captured by the Hope probe, a week after the country’s space agency became only the fifth worldwid...

Facebook Working on a Smartwatch with Social and Fitness Focus (14.02.21)

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facebook is building a smartwatch as part of its ongoing hardware efforts. In this episode, we discuss the different features that the smartwatch coul...

In Need of a New MacBook Pro Battery? You May be Eligible for a Free Replacement (11.02.21)

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Apple has launched a new, free battery replacement program for 2016 and 2017 MacBook Pros that won’t charge past one percent. In this episode, we di...

The Arrival of the Hope Probe to Mars with Hessa Rashid Al Matroushi (10.02.21)

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Hope Probe successfully made it into the Martian orbit on Feb.09, 2021 making the UAE the first Arab country to reach Mars and the third country w...

Why You Shouldn’t Post Your Coronavirus Vaccination Card On Social Media (09.02.21)

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you get the COVID-19 vaccine, make sure you resist the urge to post a humblebrag on Instagram or any other social media platform because identity...