Dubai has announced future locations for drone delivery services throughout the emirate, aiming to utilize advanced technologies to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance convenience for its residents. In December 2024, four delivery routes were introduced at Dubai Silicon Oasis, marking the launch of the Middle East’s first drone delivery service. The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority...
Experts in the UAE foresee a significant rise in the use of cryptocurrency for everyday transactions, including buying coffee and paying for petrol. According to Khaleej Times, Mohammed Al Hakim, president of Crypto.com, stated that within the next two years, many business owners, restaurant operators, and high-net-worth individuals are likely to favor cryptocurrency as a...
Dubai-based Inoventive 3D has introduced the region’s first fully 3D-printed boat, named Cyberfin, marking a major breakthrough in marine manufacturing. The 10-meter-long vessel, shaped like a shark, showcases the potential of large-format 3D printing technology while promoting sustainable practices. Made from recycled ocean waste plastic, the boat was completed in just six days and nine...
The tech world is undergoing significant transformation following the announcement of major AI projects, including the staggering $500 billion Stargate initiative, which is the largest AI infrastructure project ever. The United Arab Emirates is a key participant in this AI consortium, while DeepSeek has gained sudden recognition in the technology sector. These developments are reshaping...
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, visited the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, to explore its progress in AI education and research. The visit included a tour of the university’s facilities, where His Highness was briefed on its academic programs, key...
Abu Dhabi has inaugurated the Graphene Enhanced Concrete (GEC) Consortium, a collaborative initiative involving Khalifa University of Science and Technology’s Research and Innovation Centre for Graphene and 2D Materials (RIC2D), the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development’s Industrial Development Bureau (DED-IDB), the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC), and the Department of Municipalities and...
Emirates Health Services (EHS) and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation (MBRCGI) have announced a strategic partnership to develop the ‘Synthetic Memories’ project. This innovative, AI-driven initiative aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s and other memory impairments. The announcement was made during the Arab Health 2025 conference,...
A team of four final-year BSc (Hons) Computer Science students from the University of West London (UWL) RAK campus has achieved a significant milestone by winning the Most Inspirational Project Award at the 2024 NASA International Space Apps Challenge. This remarkable achievement comes as the UAE team competed against 93,000 participants from 163 countries, making...
AI spending across the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) is poised for significant growth, jumping from $4.5 billion in 2024 to a projected $14.6 billion by 2028. This marks an annual growth rate of 34 per cent, according to the latest report by International Data Corporation (IDC). The META region is embracing a shift...
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has announced its significant achievements in 2024, including supporting the launch and growth of 1,210 digital startups, marking a remarkable 120% increase from the previous year. The chamber also trained 1,333 Emiratis in mobile app development under the “Create Apps in Dubai” initiative, a key programme aiming to enhance digital...