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Oman Plans $275M AI Special Economic Zone

Oman’s first dedicated AI special economic zone is expected to attract around RO 106 million ($275 million) in investment. Construction of the first phase is scheduled to begin in late 2027. The Artificial Intelligence Special Zone was established in Muscat under a Royal Decree in 2026. It will focus on artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, robotics […]

Abu Dhabi Tests Patrol Boat for Waterway Monitoring

Photo: Adnan Uddin / Pexels The 23-foot vessel was tested for autonomous navigation, vessel detection, collision avoidance and compliance with international maritime rules. Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) has conducted a second field trial of an autonomous patrol boat developed by Blue Gulf Group to support monitoring operations across the

Red Sea Global, SAIS partner on tourism security

Red Sea Global has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Authority for Industrial Security (SAIS) to strengthen tourism security capabilities, standards and workforce development in the Kingdom. According to an official announcement by Red Sea Security, the agreement establishes a framework for developing security regulations and standards,

Abu Dhabi launches central control room for autonomous vehicles

Abu Dhabi has launched a central control room to manage and monitor autonomous vehicle operations across the emirate, strengthening oversight as self-driving transport services continue to expand. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) said the facility uses a centralized supervision system and the Autonomous Vehicle Integration and Testing Operations Management System

Al Ghurair Centre deploys AI-powered ANPR parking system

Al Ghurair Centre in Dubai is introducing a ticketless parking system based on AI-enabled automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) technology as part of a five-year agreement with Parkin Company. The project combines established ANPR technology with digital parking management, vehicle access control and enforcement services. The deployment reflects a broader move toward

Dulsco deploys AI-powered monitoring across UAE fleet

Dulsco Group is expanding the use of telematics, in-vehicle cameras and AI-powered analytics across its UAE fleet as part of a wider program focused on driver safety and operational oversight. The company said all 454 vehicles in its fleet have already been equipped with telematics technology that monitors driving behaviors including speeding, harsh braking, acceleration

Oman: A Market Driven by Long-Term Value

The security and safety market in Oman is steadily maturing. Security is no longer viewed simply as a procurement category or a compliance requirement. It is increasingly becoming an operational capability embedded within critical infrastructure, public services and commercial development By: Roman Ivanković E-mail: editorial@asmideast.com Oman’s security market is

Genetec: Saudi Arabia Must Focus on Practical AI in Security

Saudi organisations should focus on practical, measurable applications of artificial intelligence rather than adopting the technology simply because of growing market interest, according to Genetec. The company says the Kingdom’s rapid investment in infrastructure is increasing the volume of video, sensor, alarm and incident data that security teams must manage,