Khalifa University of Science and Technology has announced that it will host the eighth edition of the RoboCup Asia-Pacific (RCAP 2025) in Abu Dhabi. The event is scheduled to take place from December 12 to December 16, 2025. This prestigious robotics competition aims to promote research and education in the field of robotics and artificial...
Sigma Enterprises, part of Mazrui International, has announced its initiative to bring cutting-edge Swiss robotics and drone technology to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. This deployment aims to enhance efficiency and cost reduction in various public services, including courier and food delivery systems, in line with the UAE government’s futuristic vision. The introduction of...
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is set to participate as an official partner at the Machines Can See 2025 (MCS 2025) event, which will occur from April 23 to 24 during Dubai AI Week. The event, hosted at the Museum of the Future and Emirates Towers, is expected to attract over 2...
The American University of Sharjah (AUS) recently hosted the third edition of the UAE Robotics Competition, which was organized in collaboration with Dubai Future Labs, Khalifa University, and the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai. The event took place on April 11, 2025, and aimed to foster innovation in robotics. A total of 111 students...
The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has developed an innovative strawberry-picking robot designed to aid farmers amid a labour shortage. This advanced robot operates 24/7, significantly outpacing human workers who are typically limited to eight-hour shifts. It alleviates physical strain on workers by utilizing artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance agricultural efficiency....
Strata, a prominent manufacturing company, is integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and automation into its production processes. This innovative approach aims to enhance efficiency and improve the quality of manufactured goods. Strata is focused on leveraging advanced technologies to streamline operations and reduce production costs. The company has introduced a new robotic system named “Sund,” designed...
Dubai-based robotics manufacturer Micropolis Holding has successfully raised $15.5 million from its recent initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) American. The company specializes in developing autonomous mobile robots and offered approximately 3.9 million ordinary shares priced at $4 each, which is at the lower end of the expected range. Following...
Gecko Robotics is set to double its workforce and robot deployment in the UAE, aiming for a total of 40 to 50 employees and robots, according to CEO Jake Loosararian in an interview with Semafor. The Pittsburgh-based company, which specializes in developing devices and software for inspecting and maintaining critical infrastructure, has recently been valued...
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...
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,...