The United Arab Emirates has announced plans to implement a smart traffic project in Albania. This initiative is part of a larger strategy to develop smart city infrastructure across the Balkan nation The agreement for this ambitious project was revealed by Presight, a data analytics company under the Abu Dhabi-based technology group G42. The smart...
The United Arab Emirates is exploring innovative methods to address its long-standing issue of drought by leveraging artificial intelligence technology to enhance rainfall. The use of AI technology to enhance rainfall was a major topic at the recent International Rain Enhancement Forum held in Abu Dhabi, where experts discussed potential advancements in rainmaking techniques, particularly...
Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) that are changing and growing the Sultanate of Oman were recently shown off at the Microsoft AI Tour. The event, which took place at the St. Regis and was organized by Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, showed how committed the country is to...
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) in Dubai has organized a forum focused on the ethics of artificial intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector. This event aims to address the challenges and implications posed by the integration of AI technologies in medical practices and patient care. During the forum, experts and stakeholders gathered to...
The UAE’s Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office has established a strategic partnership with Cyprus’s Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy. This collaboration aims to strengthen cooperation in the digital sectors, share best practices in artificial intelligence (AI), and enhance the digital economy while improving societal well-being. Omar Sultan Al Olama,...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing various aspects of life, particularly in the realm of mental health. At the World Governments Summit in Dubai, Maqsoud Kruse, the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Institutions, highlighted that AI has the potential to democratise access to mental health resources. This evolving digital landscape raises important discussions about...
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...
At the World Government Summit 2025, officials, ministers, and experts highlighted the vital role of digital transformation and technological innovation in redefining government services. They underscored the importance of partnerships between governments and the private sector to improve service efficiency and sustainability. During the discussions, participants focused on the integration of artificial intelligence and data-driven...
Mohammad Abdullah Al Gergawi, the minister of cabinet affairs of the United Arab Emirates and chairman of the World Government Summit, has forecasted that more than 20 billion robots will assist humans by the year 2050. This prediction was made during his keynote speech at the opening of the 2025 World Government Summit in Dubai,...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is central to the transformation of the UAE, fueling innovation in both government and business sectors. This shift towards a digital-first economy is being significantly advanced by e& enterprise, the digital transformation division of the global technology group e&. Khalid Murshed, the CEO of e& enterprise, spearheads the provision of advanced solutions...