Abu Dhabi International Airport has implemented smart Passenger Flow and Queue Management technologies, to boost efficiency in day-to-day operations across check-in, security, immigration and baggage-claim in Terminals 1 and 3.
DEWA selects finalists for energy accelerator programme
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has participated in selecting 15 start-ups in the energy sector out of 515 companies from 65 countries that applied for the 2nd Free Electrons Programme.
Nokia on track to be among top five smartphone brands globally
Speaking to Tahawul Tech, Sanmeet Singh Kochhar, general manager, Middle East, HMD Global, said that the company is on track to reach its goal of becoming among the top five smartphone vendors in the next five years.
We should harness AI to ensure high quality of life, says UAE minister
The UAE has launched the ‘National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI)’ to ensure a better and prosperous future for the country, said Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance.
Why strategic partnerships are instrumental in being cyber-resilient
Abhijit Mahadik, director, Infra and Cyber Security, Raqmiyat, on why being cyber-resilient is not only about having latest security technologies …
Demand for AI talent grows five-fold in five years
The percentage of jobs requiring Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills have witnessed a nearly five-fold increase globally since 2013, experts revealed.
Global crypto exchange for celebrities comes to the Middle East
In a partnership aimed at expanding its celebrity token footprint to the Middle East, the Global Crypto Offering Exchange (GCOX) …
UAE to save $2.9 billion annually with AI
Artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies will enable the UAE government stands to save $2.9 billion (AED 11 billion) in economic return and $105.9 million (AED 389 million) in government documents alone per year, according to AI Minister Omar bin Sultan Al Olama
Smart Dubai director opens Future Blockchain Summit
The director general of Smart Dubai has opened the inaugural Future Blockchain Summit at Dubai World Trade Centre by underlining …
Hitting the right notes: AI-composed song puts Dubai in record books
The future of music and the future of technology combined in perfect harmony at Dubai World Trade Centre as the 2018 edition of The Internet of Things Expo (IoTX) made history.
UAE cements position as regional hub for digital startups
Digital startups across the Middle East and North Africa attracted $650 million of funding in 2017, of which 76 percent went to UAE-based startups.
AI will play a “crucial role” in HR systems: experts
“AI will play a crucial role within HR systems to reduce effort and provide more robust and accurate data for predictive analysis,” said Craig Austin, Head of Talent Management and Learning & Development, RAKBANK.
Raqmiyat’s Mahadik on why strategic partnerships are vital to becoming cyber-resilient
Abhijit Mahadik, director, Infra and Cyber Security, Raqmiyat, on why being cyber-resilient is not only about having latest security technologies but also about strategic partnerships and enablement.
The pressure for cybersecurity is more critical than ever: GBM’s Nofal
Hani Nofal, VP, Intelligent Network Solutions, Security and Mobility, discusses how having the right intelligence enable organisations make effective decisions for responding to cyber incidents or attempts to attacks.
AI minister praises “entrepreneurial aspirations” of UAE youth
Winners of the Emirati Startup Challenge presented their pitches to HE Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, the Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, and a panel of judges from Zayed University.
World’s first AI composed song to debut in Dubai
Ode to Dubai’ – the world’s first AI-composed song dedicated to a city – will debut at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) and Internet of Things Expo (IoTX), which is taking place on 1st to 3rd May at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) as a part of Future Technology Week.
Dubai unites global smart cities with new platform
The Smart Dubai Global Network, which is live now, is the “largest international network” focusing on pertinent areas in the field of smart cities, including Big Data, artificial intelligence, paperless governments and Blockchain.
How BI helps Rotana Hotels make dynamic business decisions in real time
Samir Abi Frem, corporate VP of IT, discusses how adopting a business intelligence solution has proved invaluable in enhancing the guest experience at Rotana Hotels.
Saudi creates first professional eSports league
The Saudi Arabian Federation for Electronic and Intellectual Sports (SAFEIS) has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation to develop the first Electronic Saudi Professional League (ESPL).
First AI-driven security operations centre opens in Dubai
Paladion has launched the first AI-driven SOC in the Middle East to protect enterprises in the region from next-generation threats.