The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi has launched a new tool designed to identify persuasion tactics used in media reports. According to The National, this innovative system, named Frappe, aims to analyze various techniques found in articles and reports to combat the spread of misinformation. The Frappe system seeks...
XDS Datacentres and Fulcrum Consulting GmbH have announced a strategic partnership aimed at delivering a comprehensive SAP transformation journey. This collaboration focuses on transitioning from SAP ECC6 to S4/HANA, combining high-performance data center capabilities with expert SAP consulting services. The partnership is designed to empower enterprises and government entities with secure, high-performance, and fully compliant...
Terra Drone Corporation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Saudi Aramco, a leading integrated energy and chemicals company, to foster innovation in drone technology and robotics tailored specifically for the oil and gas industry. This strategic partnership aims to enhance safety and operational efficiency while supporting localization efforts within the sector. The MOU...
His Highness Hamdan bin Mohammed, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has launched the ‘MyDubai Communities’ digital platform. This initiative aims to enhance the success of the #MyDubai initiative, which encourages residents and visitors to share their experiences and highlights of living in Dubai. The platform is designed to foster a sense of community and engagement...
Dubai, UAE, has witnessed the successful conclusion of the second edition of InnovAIte, the country’s largest student-led National AI Hackathon. Organized by Aryav Odhrani, Nirvaan Thawani, Dasuni Gunasekara, and Alizeh Ali, the event declared Team ‘Machine Mindset’ from GEMS Wellington Academy – Silicon Oasis as the winner. The hackathon took place in collaboration with the...
Arabian Fiberglass Insulation Company (AFICO), a subsidiary of Gulf Insulation Group and Zamil Industrial, has adopted Nanoprecise Sci Corp’s Energy-Centered Predictive Maintenance solution. This initiative makes AFICO one of the first manufacturing companies in Saudi Arabia to implement such advanced technology. The move demonstrates AFICO’s strong commitment to enhancing operational efficiency, driving technological innovation, and...
Starlink, the satellite internet service provided by Starlink Services, LLC, has officially launched its fixed public telecommunications services in Oman. This service aims to cover the entire geographical area of the Sultanate of Oman with broadband internet and provide innovative solutions to connect telecommunications towers in challenging terrains. The service is particularly beneficial for sectors...
Carbon Clean has successfully completed the first industrial deployment of its CycloneCC, a modular carbon capture unit. The deployment marks a significant achievement as the unit has operated for 4,000 hours over a six-month period, elevating it to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). The CycloneCC unit has consistently delivered a high purity CO2 product...
Investing in racehorses has traditionally been limited to the wealthy elite, but a new scheme is changing this dynamic in Dubai. A company named Tokinvest is launching a racehorse tokenisation program that significantly lowers the cost of ownership, allowing investors to buy a fraction of a racehorse through a digital token that represents their share....
The Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) is set to host the School of Cyber Defense competition for university students during the Gulf Information Security Exhibition and Conference (GISEC 2025). This event will take place from May 6 to 8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Registration for the tournament is open until April 16, with...