Intelex Vision, a company focused on AI-driven video analytics for real-time surveillance, has successfully raised £5.6 million ($7.0 million) in a Series A funding round. This funding was supported by prominent investors including Acurio Ventures, Adara Ventures, and Inveready. The recent investment comes as Intelex Vision reports an impressive growth, with its revenues increasing 11...
On January 13, 2025, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, along with Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at fostering joint investment in artificial intelligence (AI). This agreement...
Ben Relles, Head of Content Strategy at the Office of LinkedIn Founder Reid Hoffman, led a session on generative AI, which showcased significant advancements in content creation alongside Reid Hoffman’s digital twin, Reid AI. The discussion has shown how generative AI is transforming content creation and community engagement, with the potential to surpass the scale...
The 26th edition of Intersec, recognized as the world’s largest business event focused on security, safety, and fire protection, commenced today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). This year’s event, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is expected to be the largest and most comprehensive in...
The UAE announced a major breakthrough in renewable energy by launching the world’s first facility capable of delivering uninterrupted clean power on a large scale. The project, led by Abu Dhabi-based clean energy firm Masdar in partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec), will combine 5 gigawatts of solar power and 19 gigawatt...
International officials at the 15th session of the IRENA Assembly have highlighted the UAE’s remarkable leadership in energy transition initiatives. These efforts are crucial in achieving the global goal of tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030. The assembly began on January 12, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, which...
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have initiated a significant marine research mission off the coast of Abu Dhabi. This mission is being conducted aboard Jaywun, the region’s most advanced marine research vessel, equipped with cutting-edge technology and six laboratories aimed at supporting environmental exploration and climate...
In Thailand last April, Nation TV introduced its first AI news anchor, Natcha, who delivered the evening headlines with lifelike expressions and a natural voice. Her debut marked a glimpse into the rapidly growing field of synthetic media, a trend expected to accelerate this year, as reported by The National. AI is making waves in...
Audiomob has chosen Abu Dhabi as its MENA headquarters, aiming to drive its global business growth. The company, known for its groundbreaking in-game audio advertising technology, credits Abu Dhabi’s supportive ecosystem and infrastructure for its rapid expansion. Partnering with Abu Dhabi Gaming, Audiomob has developed a unique way for brands and artists to connect with...
Dubai is set to host a major gaming competition, NVIDIA RTX AI GameCraft, in collaboration with NVIDIA GeForce Middle East. Organized by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the event will take place on January 23 at Emirates Towers Boulevard. It will bring together game developers, students, and industry experts to create games using NVIDIA’s advanced...