World’s First Code of Practice on Ethical Use of Facial Recognition

Editorial April 25, 2024

The first ever British Standard code of practice focusing on the ethical use and deployment of facial recognition technology (FRT), developed on recommendations by the BSIA, has been released this month by the British Standards Institute (BSI). “The release of the FRT code of practice is a

Dubai Announces Global AI Prompt Engineering Championship with Over $272m Prize

Editorial April 24, 2024

The Global Prompt Engineering Championship, the world’s largest AI prompt competition, is set to unfold at the Museum of the Future in Dubai on May 20th-21st, 2024, under the esteemed patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of […]

G42 Selects Qualcomm to Boost AI Inference Performance

Editorial April 23, 2024

G42’s subsidiary company Core42 will feature Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 Inference products in its Condor AI platform to deliver best-in-class inference price-performance solutions G42, the leading UAE-based technology holding group, has announced a technology collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to bring the high performance, low power Qualcomm® Cloud AI 100 solutions

Realiste Unveils AI-Powered Property App Set to Revolutionize Real Estate Transactions in Dubai

Editorial April 22, 2024

Dubai continues to captivate the world with its ongoing advancements in various sectors. The latest news is centered around the impending launch of an AI-powered app by Realiste, a renowned Dubai-based prop-tech company specializing in AI-driven solutions. The forthcoming app is poised to transform property transactions by providing seamless buying, selling, and monitoring

Smart Security Solutions: Solomon AI Empowers Industry Innovation

Editorial March 25, 2024

Solomon, a leading brand in 3D machine vision and industrial AI, showcased its latest AI applications in smart recognition, smart security, and IoT at SECON 2024, the International Security Expo held from March 20th to 22nd in Korea. The event highlighted Solomon’s interdisciplinary integration capabilities. Solomon has independently developed AI vision technologies,

Bayanat and Yahsat to Vote on Merger to Create AI-powered Giant SPACE42

Editorial March 21, 2024

Bayanat AI PLC (“Bayanat”), a leading provider of AI-powered geospatial solutions, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company P.J.S.C. (“Yahsat”), the UAE’s premier satellite solutions provider, have jointly announced their upcoming General Assembly Meetings (GAMs) scheduled for April 25, 2024. Shareholders of both companies will convene

Qatar Airways Sets Sama 2.0, AI Cabin Crew

Editorial March 12, 2024

Qatar Airways has embarked on a pioneering venture in aviation with the introduction of Sama 2.0, the world’s first artificial intelligence (AI) digital human cabin crew member. Unveiled at the ITB Berlin travel and trade exhibition, Sama 2.0 signifies a significant advancement in enhancing passenger experiences through innovative technology. “Sama 2.0

Abu Dhabi Sets up MGX Tech Company with Global Amitions

Editorial March 12, 2024

Abu Dhabi has unveiled MGX, a new technology investment company aimed at accelerating the development and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies. Launched by the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), MGX is set to become one of the world’s largest funds focused solely on AI, with a target of surpassing $100 […]

3DX-Ray Launches Cabinet-style Mail Screening X-ray system with Integrated AI Software

Editorial March 12, 2024

3DX-Ray is pleased to announce that its established Axis-CXi system cabinet-style mail screening x-ray system is the first to fully integrate AI machine learning software functionality. 3DX-Ray, reaffirming its position as an innovator in security and screening technology, proudly announces that the official launch will take place at the prestigious 2024 Security and

Dahua Announces Joint Venture with Alat to Develop Its First Overseas Manufacturing Hub in Saudi Arabia

Editorial March 11, 2024

Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, is set to develop its first overseas manufacturing facility through a strategic collaboration with Alat, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Public Investment Fund (PIF) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. “Our partnership with Alat is a long-term win-win strategic initiative,” Jason Zhao,