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Making a difference in the world with AI - insights by Abdumalik Mirakhmedov - co-founder Scalo Technologies

Insights: Using AI to make a difference

In the world’s economically challenged and remote regions, AI can revolutionise access to finance, education, and clean water, while streamlining infrastructure development

Tech giant Cisco launches $1bn AI fund to power innovative solutions

Tech giant Cisco launches $1bn AI fund to power innovative solutions

Cisco has already committed nearly $200m to the fund, with strategic investments in Cohere, Mistral AI, and Scale AI serving as early examples

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Watch top experts speak at the Gulf Business Tech Panel

Our upcoming panel event offers an exciting opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and engage in discussions about the future of technology in business

In numbers: Saudi Arabia poised for EV boom, reveals survey

In numbers: Saudi Arabia poised for EV boom, reveals survey

Saudi Arabia has significant growth potential for battery-electric vehicles, with 71 per cent of consumers “very” or “moderately” likely to purchase a BEV this year, the AlixPartners study showed

Join our Gulf Business tech, real estate panel on 12 June

Gulf Business’ upcoming panel event offers an exciting opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and engage in exciting discussions about the future of technology in business

George C0allas the CEO of Lifesize Plans Dubai talks about pre-construction technology and its advantages

How pre-construction tech is transforming the property sector

Building information modelling minimises waste, controls costs, coordinates workflows and optimises labour needs for future construction

Addressing cyber chaos: GenAI's role in advanced threat defence

Addressing cyber chaos: GenAI’s role in advanced threat defence

Striking the right balance between technological adoption and human intelligence is essential to ensure the complete security of any organisation

Karim Sabbagh MD designate of Space 42

Space42’s Karim Sabbagh on the Bayanat-Yahsat merger, spacetech and future plans

The managing director designate of Space42 shares how the company will combine geo analytics and satcom capabilities with AI to offer new solutions and services to clients across the region

The age of quantum computing

Insights: The rise of quantum computing

We still don’t know the true potential of quantum computing – and that is what makes it so exciting

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GB Panel Event: Tech trends impacting business and real estate

Gulf Business will host a technology-themed panel discussion on June 12 to discuss the latest trends impacting the worlds of finance, banking, real estate, construction and more

Crypto Oasis sees ecosystem grow to 2,040 active firms in Q1 2024

Crypto Oasis sees ecosystem grow to 2,040 active firms in Q1 2024

Crypto Oasis said the 13.3 per cent year-on-year increase reflected the overall growth of the industry in the UAE

cyber incidents are a rising concern for travel, leisure and hospitality industry reveals Allianz GettyImages-1269232851

Cyber incidents pose key threat for travel, hospitality sectors, shows survey

The findings of the Allianz Risk Barometer are based on insights from 3,000 risk management professionals and leaders

Manel Sort, Co-Founder, games for a living, on how AI and blockchain are bridging the gap between web2 and web3 gaming

How blockchain, AI are bridging Web2-Web3 gaming in the region

With the traditional Web2 GaaS model witnessing decreasing margins, blockchain technology will enable gaming studios to create new, more profitable business models in video games

Investcorp to acquire National Stock Exchange’s tech unit

Investcorp to acquire National Stock Exchange’s tech unit

The deal excludes NSEIT’s digital examination business, which offers online recruitment and promotion tests as well as digital upskilling services

Bayanat and Yahsat sign merger to form SPACE42

SPACE42: Bayanat, Yahsat shareholders green-light merger

By leveraging the combined strengths of Bayanat and Yahsat, SPACE42 aims to pioneer innovative solutions that merge satellite communications, geospatial intelligence, and AI

UAE and Kenya sign investment Mou to boost digital cooperation

UAE, Kenya join hands to boost digital cooperation

Kenya has become increasingly attractive to data centre providers, driven by growing demand for cloud services, improved business conditions

ADQ, QIA to boost tech driven companies and economy through the Jasoor Fund

UAE-Oman: ADQ, QIA launch $180m tech-focused fund

In 2022, ADQ and OIA identified investment opportunities worth over $bn in key sectors of Oman’s economy

UAE, Oman sign multi-sectoral deals worth Dhs129bn

UAE, Oman firms sign multi-sectoral deals worth Dhs129bn

The deals span renewable energy, railway connectivity and investments in digital infrastructure and technology

AI: From buzzword to business advantage

AI: Going from buzzword to business advantage

Here are key tips from AI early adopters to help IT teams focus on the benefits rather than the hype

Insights: How to build a people-centric digital company by David Boast - General Manager - MENA at Endava - lowres

Insights: How to build a people-centric digital company

People-centric digitisation is a virtuous circle that flows from stakeholder collaboration to staff engagement to tangible benefits for customers

Dubai-based Telegram to hit 1 billion users, says founder

The popular Telegram messaging app, which is headquartered in Dubai, currently has over 900 million users

Microsoft Invests $1.5 Billion in Abu Dhabi’s G42 Image supplied

Microsoft invests $1.5bn in UAE’s G42 to power AI adoption

Both companies will support the establishment of a $1bn fund for developers to help drive innovation and competitiveness in the UAE and the broader region

Siobhan Bryon of Finastra on the rise of digital and personalised services in the regional banking sector Image Supplied

Digital, personalised services are impacting regional banking

AI can support more seamless experiences with BaaS and embedded finance, such as faster and more accurate credit decisions and fraud detection

Bitcoin drops 7.9% to $61,842

Bitcoin drops 7.9% to $61,842

The world’s biggest and best-known cryptocurrency is down 16.2 per cent from the year’s high of $73,794 on March 14

How drones and AI are transforming law enforcement interview with Russell Hammad of Zenith Technologies

How drones and AI are transforming law enforcement

Zenith Technologies CEO and founder Russell Hammad shares how drones and AI are helping law enforcement agencies improve operational efficiency

Insights: The future of cloud adoption in the Middle East

Insights: The future of cloud adoption in the Middle East

Cloud adoption in the Middle East is significantly transforming the digital landscape – but what does the road ahead look like?

Crypto crime value drops in 2023

Crypto crime value dropped significantly in 2023, shows Chainalysis report

Nicola Buonanno, VP Southern EMEA, Chainalysis shares key developments in the threat landscape based on the findings of the company’s 2024 Crypto Crime Report

Cisco completes splunk acqusition

Tech giant Cisco completes landmark acquisition of Splunk

Cisco acquired Splunk for $157 per share in cash, representing approximately $28bn in equity value

What consumers want from their apps insights by James Harvey of Cisco GettyImages-1274394138

Insights: Here’s what consumers want from their apps today

Individuals are becoming far more sophisticated and discerning in their use of applications, and completely unforgiving when they encounter bad digital experiences

Woman working on PCs by HP

PCs redefined: Say hello to your new personal companion

Imagine the possibilities when your ‘Personal Companion’ can integrate your unique company and personal working data with real-time analysis of vast volumes of public information