The Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company PJSC, known as du, has announced a significant deal with Microsoft, valued at 2 billion dirhams (approximately $544.54 million), to construct a hyperscale data center. This facility will primarily serve as a large-scale data storage and cloud computing center for businesses, and Microsoft will be the main tenant. Du stated...
The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft to co-develop an innovative ‘Population Health Intelligence’ framework. This initiative is recognized as a world’s first true learning health system aimed at continuously predicting, preventing, and addressing public health challenges. The agreement was signed by Ibrahim Al Jallaf,...
Presight, a prominent big data analytics company based in Abu Dhabi, has announced a partnership with Microsoft to enhance the Presight AI-Startup Accelerator. This collaboration aims to empower emerging AI startups by providing essential resources, including high-performance computing, cloud services, and access to foundational AI models. The Presight AI-Startup Accelerator program is tailored for promising...
e& UAE and Microsoft have introduced the AI for Business Skilling Programme, aiming to equip small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative highlights both companies’ dedication to promoting AI-led digital transformation and providing SMBs with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in today’s AI-centric business environment. The...
Nvidia and Elon Musk’s xAI have recently joined a consortium supported by Microsoft, the UAE investment fund MGX, and BlackRock to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in the United States. This announcement was made on Wednesday amidst an escalating global competition to lead in the emerging AI technology space. The consortium, which was formed last...
Digital Dubai has launched a new AI Skills Program aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of government employees in artificial intelligence. This initiative is part of a strategic collaboration with Microsoft and aligns with Dubai’s comprehensive artificial intelligence strategy. The goal is to promote a knowledge-driven culture across all government sectors, thereby fostering innovation...
Microsoft and the United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm G42 have announced plans to open two new centres in Abu Dhabi aimed at promoting “responsible” AI initiatives. This collaboration reflects the UAE’s ambition to emerge as a global leader in artificial intelligence while strategically diversifying its economy away from oil dependency. According to MSN, the...
du, a prominent telecom and digital services provider, has announced a partnership with Microsoft to enhance cybersecurity solutions for businesses in the UAE. This collaboration was revealed during the Mobile World Congress held in Barcelona from March 3 to March 6, 2025. The initiative aims to integrate Microsoft Azure’s advanced security stack with du Tech’s...
A recent study has highlighted concerns regarding the reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the workplace, suggesting that such dependence could hinder individuals’ cognitive abilities. The research involved over 300 participants employed in cognitive roles, revealing a significant drop in cognitive effort among many respondents. The study team evaluated more than 900 examples of...
Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum chip built on a pioneering Topological Core architecture. The company says this breakthrough could deliver industrial-scale quantum computing solutions within years, reshaping industries from healthcare to manufacturing. The Majorana 1 chip uses topoconductors, a revolutionary material capable of controlling Majorana particles, to create more stable and...