The United Arab Emirates has solidified its status as a global leader by making substantial investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and data center infrastructure. This strategic focus on innovation and technological advancement is evident through various projects that aim to enhance both government and private sector performance. Recently, Hussain Sajwani, the Emirati owner of DAMAC...
The Arab Parliament is working on modern legislation to speed up digital transformation across Arab countries, with particular attention to artificial intelligence (AI) and its governance. Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, during the World Government Summit 2025 (WGS) as reported by WAM. Al Yamahi explained that the parliament aims to...
TRENDS Research and Advisory has announced the opening of registration for the second edition of the TRENDS Hub Scientific Research Award, which emphasizes the importance of artificial intelligence (AI). Applications for the award will be accepted until 30th June 2025, and the top three winners will be revealed on 9th September 2025. This award is...
Residents of the UAE looking to purchase life insurance can now bypass traditional medical tests with the launch of an innovative AI-powered face scanning tool. This technology, introduced by Sukoon Insurance, allows applicants to measure key health indicators such as heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration rate through videoconferencing. This advancement aims to streamline the...
The UAE’s G42 and US tech giant Microsoft have teamed up to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting ethical and responsible artificial intelligence (AI). The new “Responsible AI Foundation,” the first of its kind in the Middle East, was announced during the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. This initiative is supported by Mohamed...
The real estate industry in Dubai has been significantly transformed by technology adoption over the past few years. Building Management Systems (BMS), which were once expensive and underused, have evolved from being rigid and reliant on service vendors. These systems previously offered limited real-time insights for facility managers and technicians, but BMS alone could not...
The integration of innovative digital technologies is significantly transforming the healthcare industry in the UAE. Experts indicate that this shift has resulted in improved patient care, increased efficiency, and enhanced access to healthcare services. In recent years, the UAE’s healthcare sector has embraced technological advancements to offer smarter and more efficient patient care. A surge...
The Department of Government Enablement—Abu Dhabi (DGE) highlighted Abu Dhabi’s advancements in artificial intelligence at the Microsoft AI Tour held in Dubai this week. During the event, DGE delivered a keynote that focused on the innovative use of AI through its transformative TAMM platform, which aims to redefine public services. TAMM, an AI-powered government services...
In a significant advancement in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), the UAE is partnering with France to establish a 1 gigawatt (GW) AI data centre. This mega project will see the UAE invest billions of euros, making it the largest AI facility of its kind in Europe, according to the French presidency. The announcement...
The UAE has made a significant advancement in orthopedic surgery by introducing the Direct Anterior “Bikini” incision total hip replacement using robotic technology. Dr. Ali Al Baloushi, President of the Emirates Orthopedic Society and Head of Orthocure Medical Center, announced this groundbreaking procedure as the first of its kind in the Middle East. This technique...