Italy’s Synapsia has finalized a $2.5 billion contract with UAE’s Bold Technologies to deliver AI-powered city management services for Abu Dhabi. The Italian firm will develop advanced technology aimed at resolving urban challenges, including issues related to transport, parking, and emergency disaster response. Marinelli described the initiative as a “cognitive city project,” which he stated...
The UAE has established itself as a leader in autonomous mobility, positioning its cities as centers of excellence for future transportation, according to a recent report by the Autonomous Mobility Journal of Arthur D. Little. By integrating advanced infrastructure with strategic partnerships, the UAE is setting a global standard for the adoption of autonomous systems....
The Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt (EMA) has successfully completed its critical design review, marking a significant milestone in the mission’s timeline. This review involved collaboration between a group of Emirati and international experts and focused on the development updates for the MBR Explorer, which is set to proceed to the next phase of...
Oracle has announced a partnership with UAE-based technology firm Open Innovation AI to enhance the adoption of sovereign AI solutions across the EMEA region. This collaboration aims to assist both public and private sector organizations in leveraging sovereign AI effectively while ensuring compliance with local regulations and data security standards. Open Innovation AI will utilize...
Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the Middle East, North Africa, and Türkiye (MENAT) region, has successfully concluded the third cohort of its National Digital Talent Incubator (NDTI)® program. This initiative reinforces Dubai’s reputation as a global hub for FinTech and is supported by a network of esteemed industry partners, including DIFC Innovation Hub,...
ManageEngine, a division of Zoho Corporation, has announced the transformation of its Log360 solution into a unified security analytics platform. This evolution aims to simplify security operations and enhance investments in security technologies. By integrating open APIs and fostering a developer ecosystem, ManageEngine seeks to provide enterprises, system integrators, and managed security service providers with...
AIQ, a subsidiary of Presight, has announced a significant $340 million contract with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) to implement its ENERGYai solutions across ADNOC’s upstream operations. This landmark agreement follows the successful completion of a proof-of-concept phase and aims to enhance optimization and efficiency within ADNOC’s upstream value chain over the next...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the next-generation 360 Services Policy, which aims to transform customer experience by providing integrated, seamless, and proactive digital services without the need for in-person visits. This initiative marks a significant advancement in RTA’s digital transformation efforts, shifting services towards self-service models accessible through platforms such as the...
The Qatar Computing Research Institute, part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University, successfully hosted the MenaML Winter School on Machine Learning for 2025. This event attracted 141 local and international university students, alongside specialists in the field, to participate in a six-day intensive program aimed at equipping them with essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI). Participants...
UAE-based healthtech company Klaim has successfully raised $26 million to enhance its payment solutions for the healthcare sector. The funding includes $10 million from a Series A equity round, supplemented by an additional $16 million in financing. The newly acquired funds will facilitate Klaim’s expansion into markets such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman....