Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, has announced key details about the Dubai Loop project. This innovative transportation initiative will be developed in partnership with Elon Musk’s The Boring Company. The announcement was made during Musk’s session...
The United Arab Emirates is making important progress in establishing itself as a competitive player in the quantum computing sector. The government is investing resources into research, ensuring the preservation and proper management of the country’s vital assets. This approach aims to guarantee a continuous return on investment in the future of computing in the...
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and IBM have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at reinforcing Dubai’s stature as a global hub for artificial intelligence (AI). This agreement was formalized during the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025 and is in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which targets doubling the size of Dubai’s...
An artificial intelligence robot designed in Abu Dhabi is revolutionizing the strawberry harvesting process. Created by experts from the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), this robot is capable of identifying and picking ripe strawberries without causing damage, whether in sunny fields or controlled greenhouse environments. The “Strawberry Picker” project is led by...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rapidly establishing itself as a leading destination for medical tourism, underscored by its strategic location, high-quality infrastructure, and world-class healthcare services. The global medical tourism market was valued at $47 billion last year and is projected to reach $111 billion by 2029. In the Middle East, the UAE is...
TRENDS Research and Advisory has announced the opening of registration for the second edition of the TRENDS Hub Scientific Research Award, which emphasizes the importance of artificial intelligence (AI). Applications for the award will be accepted until 30th June 2025, and the top three winners will be revealed on 9th September 2025. This award is...
Zayed University (ZU) has announced the organization of more than 50 events as part of the UAE Innovates 2025. Throughout February, Zayed University’s campuses in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will feature a varied and exciting lineup of events, workshops, competitions, and discussion forums. This year’s program is themed “Empowering the Future Through Innovation” and will...
The Emirates Safer Internet Society (eSafe) has launched STOGOCOMP, marking the UAE’s first open competition in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics for school students aged 9 to 19 years. This initiative aims to encourage students from both public and private schools to develop effective solutions that enhance the wellbeing of children within educational institutions. In...
Abu Dhabi has been chosen to host the Ai Everything Global Summit & Expo in 2026, marking another step in the UAE’s drive to lead the world in artificial intelligence (AI). The announcement, made during the opening of the first-ever Ai Everything Global Summit in Abu Dhabi, highlights the UAE’s commitment to becoming a global...