Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) have published a study that employs large language models and data from wearable smart devices to create personalized recommendations aimed at improving student wellbeing and academic performance. The study, led by Dr. Arfan Ahmed, an assistant professor of research in population health sciences, focused on a group of 12...
Researchers at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) have introduced groundbreaking technology that enables users to create realistic virtual avatars in just seconds using a standard webcam. This innovation promises to revolutionize virtual communication by allowing individuals to interact as if they were physically present, capturing facial expressions and movements in real-time....
DELTA Wealth Partners has announced the upcoming launch of the DELTA Future Fund in the second quarter of 2025. This fund aims to redefine deep-tech venture capital in the region through an innovative approach that combines advanced artificial intelligence with the principle of “Artificial Wisdom.” Dr. Abdalla Kablan will lead the DELTA Future Fund, which...
The Dubai AI Festival is set to make a highly anticipated return in 2025, building on the success of its inaugural edition. This festival is a key event during the first-ever Dubai AI Week, which aims to highlight Dubai’s position as a global leader in artificial intelligence. The festival is expected to showcase innovative technologies,...
Fayafi Investment Holding has introduced a new proprietary algorithm called MEKKA, which stands for Market Emotional Knowledge & Kinetic Analysis. This announcement was made in Dubai, where Fayafi became the first UAE firm to issue a bankable certificate under the framework of the SIX Swiss Exchange. Created by Fayafi’s Executive President Dr. Patrick Pilati in...
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm MGX is making strides in the United States by expanding its team with key hires from prestigious firms. The company’s latest appointments include Andy Pickens, who has taken on the role of managing director and AI product lead at MGX’s New York office. Pickens was previously a managing director at Apollo...
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....
AiVANTA, a Mumbai-based leader in marketing technology specializing in AI-powered personalized video solutions, has announced its expansion into Dubai. This strategic move is seen as a significant milestone for the company and aligns with the UAE’s efforts towards digital transformation. The expansion aims to strengthen AiVANTA’s presence in a region known for its innovation-driven economy...
Journify, a company specializing in AI-powered data activation, has successfully raised $4 million in funding. The investment round was led by Silicon Badia, a global venture capital firm, with participation from RZM and other strategic investors. This funding is aimed at supporting Journify’s mission to provide brands with ethical, data-driven marketing solutions that enhance audience...
Dubai Customs has released a new platform called “Al Munasiq“. This platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) to make its services more efficient. This project fits with Dubai’s plan to speed up the use of AI in many areas. This plan was started by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is also the...