Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTI Park) has signed a partnership agreement with Enterprise Ireland, the Irish Development Agency, during the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival. The deal was signed in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of SRTI Park, and the Park’s CEO, Hussein Al Mahmoudi. Representing Ireland was Marina Donohoe,...
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, approved significant national strategies during its meeting at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi. A key highlight was the approval of the National Cybersecurity Strategy, which focuses on creating a secure digital environment. The...
Epson, a leading name in technology, has opened its Innovation Centre in Dubai Production City, part of TECOM Group. The new facility aims to showcase cutting-edge solutions while focusing on sustainability and digital transformation. The opening ceremony saw the attendance of key figures, including Yasunori Ogawa, CEO of Seiko Epson Corporation, and senior representatives from...
Dubai is taking a significant step forward in supporting the property technology (Proptech) sector. The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and the Dubai Land Department (DLD) have joined forces to promote innovation and growth in this field. The partnership aims to support research, development, and the adoption of modern technologies in real estate. It...
Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Finance, held a meeting with Laurent Freixe, CEO of Nestlé, at his office in Dubai. Nestlé, as the world’s largest food and beverage company, was at the center of discussions aimed at enhancing economic cooperation. During...
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, visited the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, to explore its progress in AI education and research. The visit included a tour of the university’s facilities, where His Highness was briefed on its academic programs, key...
Abu Dhabi’s forward-thinking coding academy, 42 Abu Dhabi, recently hosted an AI Hackathon that brought together over 80 students to solve real-world challenges using advanced AI technologies. The event, organized in partnership with SambaNova Systems and CloudingAI, concluded with three standout projects addressing critical sectors such as healthcare, legal, and transportation. One of the winning...
The UAE has taken a major step toward advancing healthcare by launching its first Stem Cells Research Centre. The facility, based at United Arab Emirates University in Al Ain, is part of the country’s ambitious plan to lead in regenerative medicine and develop innovative medical solutions. The centre, which opened today, was inaugurated in the...
The 50th edition of Arab Health, the largest healthcare event in the Middle East, is set to open tomorrow at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Running from January 27 to 30, the event will host over 3,800 exhibitors and expects more than 60,000 visitors, making it a key platform for showcasing innovation and fostering partnerships...
Vertical Aerospace, a UK-based company, is making strides in the development of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the VX4. Designed to carry four passengers up to 100 miles at speeds of 150mph, the VX4 promises a quieter, greener alternative to helicopters for short-distance travel. With zero emissions and reduced travel times, the...