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AI in access control: Enhancing security with intelligent analytics

AI in access control: Enhancing security with intelligent analytics

The prevailing perception about AI is that it is here to stay and there is no going back, so enterprises must adopt it to remain relevant. But none of that means AI has reached some sort of ceiling of maturity

AI-powered desktop for $3,000? This is Nvidia’s plan for Project DIGITS

The new machine uses Nvidia’s latest “Blackwell” AI chip and will cost $3,000, the company’s CEO Jensen Huang revealed earlier this week

AIQ and Ecopetrol partner to drive Colombia's energy transition Image for illustrative purposes Getty Images

AIQ, Ecopetrol partner to support Colombia’s energy transition

With a growing presence in Latin America and a significant presence in the UAE, AIQ’s partnership with Ecopetrol offers the company a unique opportunity to expand its AI-driven solutions to new markets

DAMAC Group’s Hussain Sajwani to invest $20bn in US data centres

DAMAC Group’s Hussain Sajwani to invest $20bn in US data centres

EDGNEX, a unit of DAMAC, will construct new data centres in Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, and Indiana

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

The great GenAI trade-off: Balancing responsiveness with responsibility

GenAI can expose the business to many risks, ranging from privacy violations to an array of data-related prejudices that can arise when building and using machine-learning models

Cyberhealth: How to protect your company's systems in 2025

Cyberhealth: How to protect your company’s systems in 2025

Failure to maintain proper cyber hygiene can lead to compromised sensitive data, operational disruptions, and significant financial losses

UAE’s Revibe secures $7m in Series A funding round

UAE’s Revibe secures $7m in Series A funding round

Revibe, founded less than two years ago, has already sold over 80,000 refurbished devices, delivering cumulative savings of $14m for customers

Dr. Aleksandar Valjarevic, Chief Business Officer, Help AG, Help AG's CBO shares insights into the state of UAE's cybersecurity sector in 2024

Help AG’s CBO shares insights into the state of UAE’s cybersecurity sector in 2024

Help AG’s Dr Aleksandar Valjarevic looks back at the state of the cybersecurity sector in the UAE in 2024, delving into market projections and the innovations driving the sector

Insights: Addressing the human factor in cybersecurity by Dr Waël Kanoun

Insights: Addressing the human factor in cybersecurity

Customers and partners are more likely to trust businesses that prioritise security training, confident in the knowledge that their data is in safe hands

AI and arbitration: How to enhance efficiency while safeguarding integrity

AI in arbitration: Enhancing efficiency, safeguarding integrity

The use of AI will become the norm in certain aspects of the arbitral process, such as the initial review of evidence, producing first drafts of documents and the creation of procedural documents

Dubai: nol Cards can now be used to make e-scooter payments

Dubai: nol Cards can now be used to make e-scooter payments

The service allows users to link their nol Card via NFC technology through authorised operator apps, enabling the purchase of hourly, daily, or monthly packages

Artificial Intelligence Journey: The state is us

The international conference Artificial Intelligence Journey discussed the practical value of artificial intelligence in public administration, for the benefit of society in every country

How AI can redefine customer service in healthcare

How AI can redefine customer service in healthcare

With 60 per cent of patients unwilling to wait on hold for more than a minute when calling a call centre, hospital customer interaction needs a serious revamp. And, we may already have the tools.

Dubai’s RTA introduces app-based minibus pooling service

Dubai’s RTA introduces app-based minibus pooling service

Commuters can opt for one-time rides or choose from weekly and monthly subscription plans

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ENOC, Drive Terra to launch UAE’s largest battery swapping network

With the support of ENOC, Drive Terra aims to make e-bike adoption in the UAE more accessible and efficient, helping the country to meet its ambitious environmental goals

Space42 Signs Dhs18.7bn satellite contract with UAE govt

Space42 inks Dhs18.7bn satellite contract with UAE govt

The contract underscores Space42’s pivotal role in the UAE’s strategic ambitions for secure, next-generation communication infrastructure

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity's future

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity’s future

As cities around the world face increasing pressures from rapid urbanisation, climate change, and social inequalities, the concept of “future cities” is emerging as a powerful solution

Dubai launches region's first drone delivery system

Dubai launches region’s first drone delivery system

The drone is designed to operate in various city landscapes, using advanced flight control algorithms and multi-sensor fusion positioning technology

Parkin, BATIC to explore smart parking solutions in Saudi Arabia

Parkin, BATIC to explore smart parking solutions in Saudi Arabia

Parkin’s move into the Saudi market further solidifies its position as a regional leader in parking solutions, with the company’s expertise in Dubai paving the way for broader GCC expansion

Bitcoin blasts past $106,000 on Trump’s pro-crypto stance

Cryptocurrencies have been catapulted into the spotlight as investors wager on Trump’s friendlier stance

UAE: Zand launches institutional-grade digital asset custody services

UAE: Zand launches institutional-grade digital asset custody service

The service is tailored for corporate and institutional clients, providing top-tier security by storing private keys in onshore UAE hardware security modules

HUAWEI launches new foldable, nova 13 series, MatePad

With prices starting at Dhs7,199, the Mate X6 is now available for preorder. Customers will also benefit from add-ons worth Dhs26,98 when preordering

HONOR launches MagicBook Art 14 in the UAE

New: HONOR launches MagicBook Art 14 in the UAE

The MagicBook Art 14 will be available for Dhs5,999 in the UAE starting December 13

Meet ARIF, ADNOC Distribution's new investor relations chatbot

Meet ARIF, ADNOC Distribution’s new investor relations chatbot

The chatbot ensures that users receive reliable and accurate information, available 24/7 to accommodate a global investor base

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ChatGPT experiences global outage as OpenAI works on fix

This latest incident follows outages reported earlier in the week on Meta’s Instagram and WhatsApp platforms.

Parkin, AWQAF Dubai to build new parking facility in Al Sabkha District

Parkin, AWQAF Dubai to build new parking facility in Al Sabkha District

The construction of the parking facility is expected to commence in the second half of 2025, subject to planning approval

Hub71 launches Angel Investor Support Package at ADFW 2024 Image HUb71 for illustrative purposes

Hub71 launches Dhs150,000 angel investor support package

Through the Angel Investor Support Package, Hub71 is positioning Abu Dhabi as a global leader in technology and innovation

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

How agentic AI will boost the digital economy across the Middle East

Agentic AI systems are being explored for urban management as part of smart city projects such as Neom, while banks and healthcare institutions are examining its use for risk assessment and adaptive treatment plans

Unpacking the Middle East job market in 2024 with bayt.com's Dina Tawfik

Unpacking the Middle East job market with bayt.com’s Dina Tawfik

The VP of Growth at bayt.com offers insights into current trends, the role of AI in recruitment, and the evolving skill sets that today’s leaders must embrace

Apple's foldable iPhone speculation: What's there to know?

Apple announces major retail expansion in Saudi Arabia

This marks Apple’s first direct retail service in the kingdom and is a significant milestone in the company’s local operations