The Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), in partnership with the Executive Council of Dubai, has announced the opening of applications for the Dubai Future Experts Programme (DEEP). This initiative is recognized as the world’s first government-led program aimed at creating a certified network of strategic foresight experts across key government sectors in Dubai. Launched under the...
AEON Clinic is set to elevate global standards in next-generation medicine by hosting its highly anticipated International Masterclass on Next-Generation Medicine from April 23 to April 25, 2025, at Atlantis The Palm in Dubai. This CME-accredited event will bring together world-renowned experts, pioneering researchers, and leading medical professionals to explore breakthroughs in longevity science, regenerative...
The INNOVISIONARIES team from Sharjah has achieved a significant milestone by winning the “Most Inspirational Team” award at the NASA Space Apps Challenge 2024. This prestigious recognition comes after a highly competitive event that attracted 93,000 participants from 163 countries, resulting in 10,000 innovative projects submitted. The Sharjah team was the only representative from the...
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has announced the launch of the first Cybersecurity Seminars programme in the Middle East. This initiative is developed in partnership with Google.org, the UAE Cyber Security Council, and CyberE71. The programme aims to enhance cybersecurity skill development and provide hands-on training to participants across the region. The university will...
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....
Abu Dhabi, UAE: Violet Ventures, recognized as the UAE’s largest student startup community based at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), successfully hosted the third edition of NYUAD Slush’D, focusing on “The Future of AI in MENA.” This event is a regional extension of Slush, the largest founder-centric gathering globally, and it attracted over 500 attendees, including...
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...
42 Abu Dhabi has entered into a Strategic Collaboration Agreement with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) to empower young Emirati coders by providing them with practical experience in energy industry applications. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, aiming to equip local talent with essential coding skills for...
Many teachers in the UAE are still hesitant to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in classrooms, citing concerns about its impact on learning, ethical challenges, and insufficient training. Experts are now urging educational institutions to invest in AI literacy programs to help teachers adapt to this evolving technology. According to Khaleej Times, Ebrahim Al Hajri, President...
Dubai Customs has launched the “Basma (Imprint)” Award to promote innovation and raise awareness about intellectual property rights in alignment with the UAE’s “Year of Community” initiative. The award features two categories, one aimed at the general public and another for students in schools and universities. It encourages young participants to learn about the risks...