The UAE and the United States have signed an agreement to establish the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the United States. This new campus, with a capacity of 5 gigawatts for AI data centres, was announced during US President Donald Trump’s state visit to the UAE, which is part of a three-country tour that also...
Elon Musk announced that Saudi Arabia has approved the deployment of Starlink, his internet satellite system, for maritime and aviation use. This expansion will enhance Starlink’s already extensive global presence, which currently spans more than 125 countries and continues to grow rapidly. Musk made this statement during the Saudi-US Investment Forum, where he received enthusiastic...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States have recently signed an agreement to boost their cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI). This deal is expected to provide the UAE with expanded access to advanced AI chips from the U.S., following previous restrictions that were aimed at preventing China from obtaining such technology. Finalized during...
Dubai Police has officially announced that its General Department of Artificial Intelligence has received the ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification. This achievement makes them one of the first police organizations worldwide to be certified in this category. The ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification recognizes the department’s dedication to managing artificial intelligence systems effectively. The certification aims to enhance the...
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence has introduced the “Dubai AI Seal,” a pioneering certification programme aimed at establishing an industry standard for trusted artificial intelligence. This initiative has generated significant global interest, indicating a strong demand for reliable AI practices. Credit: Tecspectrum The certification programme seeks to ensure that AI solutions meet high ethical...
As of May 15, 2025, a total of 325 companies licensed in Dubai have applied for the city’s newly launched “Dubai AI Seal” certification. This certification programme aims to standardize trust, transparency, and accountability in artificial intelligence applications across various industries. The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) introduced the certification, which is available to...
The Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) has introduced a trade name issuance service powered by artificial intelligence (AI), marking a significant advancement in the department’s digital transformation efforts. This initiative aims to enhance the service experience for both individuals and businesses in the emirate. This innovative service signifies a major restructuring of existing procedures, streamlining...
Bitgrit, a prominent global AI startup, has officially launched a Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Foundation under the regulatory framework of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This significant milestone paves the way for the introduction of their BGR Network, which is recognized as one of the world’s first Web3 protocols aimed at democratizing AI ownership,...
Neuralink, the brain-chip startup founded by Elon Musk, has officially launched its first clinical trial in the Middle East, known as UAE-PRIME. This trial will take place at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi in partnership with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH). Abu Dhabi will be the first international site outside of North America...
OpenAI is currently in discussions to set up data centers in the United Arab Emirates as part of its strategy to expand its presence in the Middle East. This initiative highlights OpenAI’s ongoing relationship with the UAE, which includes a partnership established in 2023 with G42, an artificial intelligence firm based in Abu Dhabi. G42...