Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the Automated Rail Infrastructure Inspection System (ARIIS), an advanced AI-driven robotic inspection solution developed in collaboration with Keolis MHI and Future Maintenance Technologies (FMT). This deployment represents a significant leap in Dubai Metro’s maintenance capabilities and aligns with the city’s goal to become a global leader in...
The Emirate of Sharjah recently welcomed a high-level delegation from the Seoul AI Foundation and the Seoul Metropolitan Government. The visit, organized by the Sharjah Digital Department (SDD), aimed to explore ways to deepen collaboration and identify future partnership opportunities in artificial intelligence and smart government services. His Excellency Sheikh Saud bin Sultan Al Qasimi,...
Abu Dhabi-based data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) company Presight has officially opened its first regional office in Astana, Kazakhstan. This initiative aims to enhance local AI capabilities and support the nation’s digital transformation efforts. The launch coincided with the visit of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince...
Abu Dhabi has achieved a significant milestone by ranking fifth in the 2025 IMD Smart City Index. This marks an improvement of five places from its position in 2024, highlighting the city’s progress in urban development and smart technologies. Notably, Abu Dhabi has surpassed several major world capitals in this global ranking. Credit: Economy Middle...
The King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company (KAFD DMC) has partnered with Huawei, a global leader in information and communications technology (ICT), to launch Saudi Arabia’s first Smart WiFi-7 network. This innovative service aims to enhance connectivity and digital infrastructure for residents, visitors, and tenants within the KAFD area of Riyadh. This collaboration...
Dubai has made a progress in the IMD Smart City Index, moving up to the fourth position from last year’s 12th place. Abu Dhabi also advanced, now securing the fifth spot after climbing from 10th position. This marks the first time both cities have entered the top five of this prestigious global ranking. The Smart...