The United Arab Emirates University organized a training workshop focused on “Artificial Intelligence and Job Skills for Bureaucracy Reduction.” This event was attended by a distinguished group of participants, including faculty members, students, and industry experts. During the workshop, attendees explored how artificial intelligence can be leveraged to enhance job skills and streamline bureaucratic processes....
Space42, an AI-powered SpaceTech company based in the UAE, in collaboration with Cobham Satcom, has introduced a new satellite broadband terminal named IP NEO. This innovative terminal, designed for commercial use, utilizes L-Band technology to provide greater resilience, portability, ruggedness, data security, and uninterrupted connectivity, particularly in high-risk or sensitive environments. The IP NEO terminal...
The United Arab Emirates is preparing for the launch of its latest radar satellite, Etihad-Sat, scheduled for March 15 aboard a SpaceX rocket. This satellite is expected to significantly enhance the country’s Earth observation capabilities and contribute to various sectors, including environmental monitoring and disaster management. The launch marks another milestone in the UAE’s growing...
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been honored with the ‘Most Innovative Digital Transformation’ award by the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs. This recognition highlights DEWA’s significant achievements in innovation and digital transformation, particularly for its advanced digital power transmission substation that minimizes energy waste and lowers carbon emissions. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer,...
Visa has released the results of its inaugural Women SMB Digitalization Index for Oman, highlighting that over 50% of women entrepreneurs in the country are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to improve their business operations. The index evaluates businesses across five key indicators, including online presence, digital payment acceptance, payment security awareness, customer engagement, and customer...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made significant strides in the field of autonomous mobility and vehicle innovation. Recent developments have positioned the UAE at the forefront of this sector, showcasing a commitment to integrating cutting-edge technologies into transportation systems. In its efforts to enhance mobility, the UAE has implemented various initiatives aimed at promoting...
Dubai-based robotics manufacturer Micropolis Holding has successfully raised $15.5 million from its recent initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) American. The company specializes in developing autonomous mobile robots and offered approximately 3.9 million ordinary shares priced at $4 each, which is at the lower end of the expected range. Following...
Chinese startup Butterfly Effect has introduced a new AI tool named Manus, which was released last week and is already creating excitement in the tech industry. This powerful AI assistant is expected to follow the success of DeepSeek, which earlier this year made a significant impact with its advanced chatbot capabilities. Manus is described as...
Inception, a technology firm, has unveiled SHERKALA, a Large Language Model designed specifically for the Kazakh language. This model was developed in partnership with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and Cerebras, and it has undergone extensive evaluation against human-curated benchmarks that focus on Kazakh culture, geography, and history to ensure high...
A recent report from an international think tank suggests that the extensive testing of autonomous vehicle technology in the UAE could lead to a reduction in traffic congestion, potentially by 60 percent. This initiative, supported by both government and private sector efforts, is aimed at advancing smart mobility solutions in the country. Arthur D. Little,...