The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing to launch advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models inspired by China’s DeepSeek, according to Faisal Al Bannai, the UAE’s presidential advisor on advanced technologies. The UAE has been actively investing in AI to diversify its economy away from oil reliance. Al Bannai said the performance of DeepSeek demonstrates the...
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and IBM have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at reinforcing Dubai’s stature as a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI). This agreement was formalized during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 and is in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which targets doubling the size of Dubai’s...
The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) and the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone) recently hosted a high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China. This meeting aimed to explore ways to enhance bilateral economic and trade cooperation, focusing on increasing investment opportunities for Chinese businesses in the Emirate of Sharjah. During the discussions,...
Baidu, a leading Chinese technology company, has announced plans to introduce a robotaxi service in Dubai. This move is part of a broader strategy by Chinese tech giants to expand their presence in the Middle East, which is becoming an increasingly attractive market for innovation and technology. The company has been developing its autonomous driving...
An artificial intelligence robot designed in Abu Dhabi is revolutionizing the strawberry harvesting process. Created by experts from the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), this robot is capable of identifying and picking ripe strawberries without causing damage, whether in sunny fields or controlled greenhouse environments. The “Strawberry Picker” project is led by...
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has unveiled a new technology solution aimed at improving transparency in its real estate sector. This innovative Application Interface solution (API) is designed to allow third parties to access comprehensive data about the real estate landscape within DIFC. This initiative aligns with the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033,...
ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation recognized for its enterprise IT management solutions, is set to hold its User Conference at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, on February 18th and 19th, 2025. The focus of this year’s conference will be on how enterprises can prepare for the AI era. According to Al Bawaba, Rajesh...
Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi (SUAD) is organizing an Artificial Intelligence Week from February 17 to 21, 2025. This event is coordinated by the Sorbonne Centre for Artificial Intelligence (SCAI) and will feature seminars and conferences that examine AI from various perspectives. The goal is to offer a comprehensive understanding of AI’s implications and applications. The...
UAE’s tech and telecommunications group e& is making strides in Europe with its latest acquisition of a Serbian cable TV and internet services provider, valued at 825 million euros. This move is part of e&’s strategy to expand its presence in the region. The acquisition will be managed by e& PPF Telecom Group BV, a...
Emirates Airlines is set to enhance its connectivity between Dubai and Rome by resuming a third daily flight beginning in June 2025. This addition aims to strengthen tourism and business links between the UAE and Italy, responding to rising demand for travel along this route. The new flight will operate under the flight numbers EK099/100,...