Al Ain Zoo has announced a new project, which will see the entity conduct pilot tests for the use of AI to identify animals individually using a face or skin imprint.
Abu Dhabi Ports to bring autonomous tech to maritime operations
Abu Dhabi Ports has announced its collaboration with a global commercial vessel designer and tugboat firm, Robert Allan, to develop the world’s first fully unmanned autonomous commercial marine tugs.
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Dubai postpones cybersecurity conference due to coronavirus concerns
The Gulf Information Security Exhibition and Conference, one of the region’s largest cybersecurity event, has been moved to later date over coronavirus concerns.
UAE residents can now request for a search and rescue helicopter with this app
The UAE National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) has launched a smartphone application at the Search and Rescue conference in Abu Dhabi.
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UAE’s Ai Everything summit postponed over coronavirus concerns
One of the major AI summits in the region, Ai Everything, which is originally scheduled to take place from 10th to 11th March has been postponed, the organisers revealed on the event’s website.
Uber unveils new ‘child-friendly’ service for Dubai families
Families residing in Dubai can now book a brand-new child-friendly service launched by Uber.
Dubai bags new Guinness World Record for 3D-printed office
Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has officially been recognised as a new Guinness World Records title holder for building the world’s first 3D-printed commercial building.
Dubai commuters can now get real-time bus updates on Google Maps
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a new collaboration with Google, which will see the tech platform run real-time updates of bus timetables on Google Maps.
“Data is a key pillar in realising Dubai’s smart city vision”: Sheikh Hamdan
“Data is a key pillar in the strategy to realise the vision to transform Dubai into one of the world’s smartest cities,” said Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
UAE leads $2.5 billion MENA fintech market: experts
The UAE is leading the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)’s fintech market reaching a record-high of $2.5 billion by 2022.
Etisalat strengthens cybersecurity unit with Help AG acquisition
Etisalat has completed the acquisition of Help AG, a privately held regional company specialising in the delivery of cybersecurity solutions and services.
People of Determination in UAE will soon have their dedicated social media app
The app, called Inclusive, enables supporters of inclusion in local communities to connect, collaborate and promote the inclusion of People of Determination in the UAE.
Khalifa University’s $5 million robotics challenge kicks off in Abu Dhabi
The Mohamed Bin Zayed International Robotics Challenge (MBZIRC 2020), organised by the Khalifa University of Science and Technology, is set to kick off its second edition this week.
New tech platform to revolutionise vehicle rentals in the UAE
Beno Technologies, a youth-led technology company based in the UAE, has launched its newest initiative, Beno, an innovative platform aimed at revolutionising the vehicle renting sector.