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The AI imperative: 5 steps to transforming public sector services By Mohammed Amin of Dell Technologies

The AI imperative: 5 steps to transforming public sector services

Governments should take the lead in shaping AI with a clear vision, strong ethical foundations, and collaboration between public and private sectors

Don’t miss our tech panel event on April 23 in Dubai

The high-level panel event will bring together senior voices from telecoms, artificial intelligence, blockchain, cloud computing, and e-mobility

Cybersecurity: Why 'public-private-people' partnerships hold the key

Cybersecurity: Why ‘public-private-people’ partnerships hold the key

The UAE is shaping a resilient cyber ecosystem by prioritising proactive security measures, investing in cutting-edge technologies, and fostering collaboration

Using AI for medical diagnosis? What you should know about its safety

The AI models occasionally altered decisions based on patients’ personal characteristics, affecting priority for care and diagnostic testing

Dr Raymond Khoury on AI's role in transforming Saudi's RDI landscape

AI’s role in transforming Saudi’s research. development, innovation landscape

By overcoming existing challenges through collective action, the kingdom can fully unlock AI’s potential, driving progress, economic diversification and establish global leadership

AI takes flight: Abu Dhabi to host world’s first all-autonomous drone race

The Drone Championship will see 14 elite international teams compete in a series of high-speed, high-tech challenges — with no human pilots involved

Powering Saudi Arabia’s strategic leap into the future of technology 

Business leaders in Saudi Arabia recognise AI’s potential to sharpen employee focus and unlock new levels of efficiency

Astra Tech launches Botim AI, 150 million users to benefit from features

Astra Tech launches Botim AI, 150 million users to benefit from features

The AI currently supports chat-based interactions, with enhancements such as web search capabilities and action-based integration planned for future phases

Investor Cody Willard on why Tesla, AI and the UAE are just getting warmed up

Willard explains why he believes we’re still in the “dial-up” phase of the AI evolution and why the UAE is a vital cog in this wheel

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Navigating super trends: Bank of Singapore’s Ranjit Khanna on AI, geopolitics and Asia’s rise

Khanna discusses how shifting geopolitical landscapes, rapid technological advancements like AI, and the urgent need for sustainable investing are reshaping investment strategies

Abu dhabi, Microsoft and Core42 sign landmark deal for Sovereign cloud system Image Supplied

Abu Dhabi partners with Microsoft, Core42 for sovereign cloud system

The initiative will enhance government services by increasing efficiency, improving accessibility for citizens and residents, creating greater transparency

Quant CEO Ahmed Bukhamseen on reshaping Saudi real estate data

Quant is an AI-powered real estate and location ecosystem working on digitalising real estate data in Saudi Arabia

Publicis Sapient, AWS announce strategic collaboration

Publicis Sapient, AWS announce strategic collaboration

Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, Saudia, is among the enterprises leveraging the collaboration

Trump administration mulls banning Chinese AI app DeepSeek

US officials are worried about DeepSeek’s handling of user data, which the company says it stores in servers located in China

Huawei

Huawei Cloud unveils AI-native solutions at MWC 2025

Huawei Cloud’s growth outside China has been significant, with the company reporting a more than 50 per cent expansion in 2024.

Fernando Castanheira, CIO at Riverbed Technology on Why businesses must bridge the ‘generational gap’ to align with Saudi's AI ambitions

Why businesses must bridge the ‘generational gap’ to align with Saudi’s AI ambitions

By investing in the right tools, fostering a culture of inclusivity and prioritising education, companies can bridge the generational divide and turn their AI aspirations into reality

Qatar eyes 3.4% non-oil growth, $100bn FDI by 2030

Qatar govt to get AI boost amid deal with US tech outfit

The deal will allow Qatar’s government to adopt tools such as predictive analytics, automation and advanced data analysis in an effort to streamline operations

Pascale Sourisse of Thales on AI in defence

AI in defence: The exponential impact 

AIpowered systems are used for reconnaissance, surveillance, logistics, and military missions, performing complex tasks and reducing human risk

Seif Rabie says one of the most powerful applications of AI in food security is precision agriculture.

Can AI solve the MENA region food security challenges?

As MENA nations continue to invest in food security, AI must become a central component of the region’s supply chain strategy

Saudi's stc Group, SambaNova launch sovereign AI cloud platform

Saudi’s stc Group, SambaNova launch sovereign AI cloud platform

This new platform is set to run the world’s largest open-source frontier model, powered by the fastest inference speeds for Llama 405B

Malik Alyousef, Co Founder and COO, Mozn on how the company is supporting fraud prevention in Saudi Arabia

How Mozn is supporting fraud prevention in Saudi Arabia

Malik Alyousef, co-founder and COO of Mozn, shares how its AI-driven solutions are supporting industries such as banking, fintech, and e-commerce

UAE ranks in top 10 nations with most AI firms per capita

UAE ranks in top 10 nations with most AI firms per capita

The UAE has introduced several national AI initiatives, including appointing the world’s first Minister of State for AI in 2017 and launching the National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031

LEAP 2025: How tech will transform Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup

The World Cup is not the result – it is a milestone in a journey that Saudi Arabia is continuously investing in

Insights: The AI-powered future of sport and fan engagement

Insights: The AI-powered future of sport and fan engagement

A new era in sports is unfolding, where AI and digital innovation elevate every moment on and off the track

LEAP 2025: AI data centre, key tech deals signed

The data centre will boast of a a capacity of 1.5 gigawatts in Oxagon – the floating industrial city being developed in the Red Sea.

DeepFest 2025 opens in Riyadh, showcases Saudi Arabia’s AI ambitions

DeepFest 2025 showcases Saudi Arabia’s AI ambitions

DeepFest 2025 features more than 150 speakers and 120 exhibitors, welcoming over 50,000 participants globally

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Qualcomm, Aramco Digital to develop AI-enabled 5G industrial smartphone

Revealed at LEAP 2025, the new industrial smartphone will enhance connectivity for 5G IoT devices, edge computing, and industrial applications

Trend Micro and Nvidia partners to secure AI-enabled private data centres GettyImages / Image for illustrative purposes

France, UAE agree to develop 1 gigawatt AI data centre

The two countries have agreed to a framework accord for a 1 gigawatt data centre dedicated to artificial intelligence

Robots, tech couture, and AI doctors: DeepFest 2025 to showcase the future in Riyadh

Co-located with Saudi Arabia’s tech event LEAP, DeepFest 2025 will feature advanced technologies, AI experts, and discussions on the Kingdom’s AI initiatives.

Insights: The practical and ethical challenges of AI in security

Insights: The practical and ethical challenges of AI in security

Responsible AI in security is not just about maximising technological potential; it’s about safeguarding the rights and trust of the public