The academy will equip the Kingdom’s future workforce with specialist technical skills for the new AI era, enabling them to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s position as a global data center hub. On the sidelines of LEAP 2025, Microsoft Arabia and the National IT Academy (NITA) announced the
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Microsoft’s global AI tour kicked off today in Dubai. At the event, with the strategic partnership of G42, several groundbreaking AI innovations were spotlighted, highlighting how Microsoft’s cutting-edge solutions are empowering organizations across industries in the UAE to achieve transformative outcomes for businesses of all sizes as well as the country’s citizens and
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman plans to visit the United Arab Emirates this week to engage in discussions with Abu Dhabi investment group MGX, as reported by Reuters. This visit is part of OpenAI’s strategic efforts to raise $40 billion to support its ambitious model development and infrastructure plan, Stargate. The move comes at a time […]
The China Police Team “B” secured the championship title in the sixth edition of the UAE SWAT Challenge 2025, finishing at the top of the overall leaderboard with 480 points. In second place was the Sunkar team from Kazakhstan, earning 470 points, while China Police Team “C” claimed third place with 457 points. On the […]
The 26th edition of Intersec, the world’s biggest business event mapping the future of security, safety and fire protection, has showcased a record number of exhibitors, representing 61 countries, with the largest edition of the event occupying 61,000 sqm of space, a 20% year-on-year increase at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). The event, which […]
The 9th Edition of the Oman Fire, Safety and Security Event (OFSEC) is set to take place from November 11-12, 2025, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman. This event is a must-attend for professionals in the fire, safety, HSE, and security industries, offering a unique opportunity to connect with […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired the UAE Cabinet’s meeting at Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court; […]
Microsoft has announced the appointment of Samer Abu-Ltaif as the President of Microsoft Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Abu-Ltaif succeeds Ralph Haupter, who will assume the role of President of the newly formed Microsoft Small, Medium Enterprises and Channel partner organization. In his new role, Abu-Ltaif will leverage his extensive experience driving digital
Bosch opened its new headquarters in Riyadh, making a significant milestone in its presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The event was graced by esteemed leaders, including the President of Bosch Turkiye & Middle East, Daniel Korioth, Vice President and Board Member of Bosch Middle East, Per Johansson, and Regional Headquarters Managing Director, Haneen […]
During a pivotal session of the Arab Parliament held yesterday in Cairo, Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, the President of the Arab Parliament, delivered an inspiring keynote address. He emphasized the urgent need for member countries to localize artificial intelligence (AI) within the Arab region. Al Yamahi called for a concerted effort to draft a […]