artificial intelligence

G20: UAE to double digital economy’s GDP contribution to 19.4 percent with $20 billion investment

This investment signals the UAE's commitment to accelerating the growth and adoption of digital technologies across its economy

Residents of this Dubai community to receive sub-30 minute robotic deliveries

They will navigate sidewalks safely and independently, finding charging stations as needed, eliminating human intervention

Five Saudi cities shine on IMD Smart City Index 2024: Report

Smart cities in the Kingdom have relied on AI and IoT technologies to enhance quality of life

Dubai’s Dragon Oil launches AI project to develop Egypt’s Morgan and Badri oil fields

The AI project is a significant step towards digital transformation and innovation in Egypt's oil and gas industry

Saudi Aramco’s Wa’ed Ventures invests $15 million in South Korean AI chipmaker Rebellions

Funding to accelerate company's expansion in Saudi Arabia and the development of AI chips globally

Global electricity demand to grow 4 percent in 2024, highest rise since 2007: Report

Share of renewable source in global electricity supply is forecast to rise from 30 percent in 2023 to 35 percent in 2025

Abu Dhabi Airports launches smart travel project: Time to serve passengers down to 7 seconds

Traveler registration service automation to eliminate the need for travel documents or direct interaction with airport staff

Abu Dhabi Police launches AI-powered robot to make emirate’s roads safer

AI technology has enhanced efforts, shortened time and provided fruitful results in police and security work

Dubai’s Mashreq Bank allocates additional $272.25 million in financing for industrial companies

The move aligns with the objectives of the National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology, Operation 300Bn

Dubai South announces successful completion of first stage in UAE’s autonomous vehicle trials

The trials were conducted on a predefined route within a closed area of the Dubai South Logistics District

Dubai’s RTA launches trials of world’s first 3D printed abra, reducing manufacturing time by 90 percent

The 3D-printed abra can carry 20 passengers and was designed to retain the traditional abra identity

ADNOC deploys AIQ’s RoboWell AI solution to autonomously operate wells

RoboWell delivers up to 30 percent optimization in gas lift consumption and up to a 5 percent increase in operating efficiency

UAE launches inaugural AI challenge, winner to receive $150,000

Challenge invites startups to propose AI solutions for different sectors including cybersecurity and GenAI in banking and finance

 7th Sharjah Investment Forum to explore AI-driven opportunities and global economic trends on 18-19 September

Organized by Invest in Sharjah, the forum will take place under the theme “A Futuristic Vision for Smart Economies”

Google Cloud opens new offices in Kuwait to drive transformation, accelerate smart economy

Cloud technologies' annual economic impact in Kuwait could reach up to $29.8 billion by 2030

UAE, Poland discuss collaboration in treasury, fintech, and renewable energy during first strategic financial dialogue

The dialogue seeks to boost bilateral trade and economic diversification initiatives

Mohammed Bin Rashid Library to host first Dubai International Library Conference 2024 from 15-17 November 2024

Discussions will include the preservation and restoration of archives, AI, intellectual property, copyright laws

ADNOC, e& partner to build energy industry’s largest private 5G wireless network

The 5G network is projected to generate $1.5 billion in value during the first five years of its operation

UAE’s ADNOC Drilling awarded $733 million contract for three AI-powered island rigs

These new rigs will support the growing operations at the offshore Zakum field

Economic growth stable but several risks could destroy ‘sandcastle economy’: Saxo Bank

Saxo Bank expects U.S. and European sovereign bond yields to remain range-bound in Q3 2024

UAE’s ADNOC embraces AI for sustainability, drives $500 million in savings and 1 million tons of carbon cuts

Last year, ADNOC implemented over 30 AI tools to improve the efficiency of its projects

Sheikh Hamdan announces Dubai’s winning bid to host premier global conference on computer vision, AI

The event is expected to draw over 15,000 industry leaders, experts, and officials from around the globe

Apple Intelligence: What is it, and when can you use it

Here’s everything you should know about Apple Intelligence

Al Zeyoudi strengthens UAE-U.S. ties in technology, innovation with Silicon Valley visit

Meeting identifies potential partnerships in high-priority fields such as AI, machine learning and climate technology