A Brazil-based security firm has claimed that its futuristic artificial intelligence and camera technology could make Dubai the world’s safest smart city.
Smart cities must be “talent magnets” to succeed, says Microsoft Gulf GM
“Cities that will succeed will not only embrace these technologies early, but will make themselves talent magnets – the ‘place to be’ – for entrepreneurs, start-ups and ideas, to progress forward and enable them to thrive in these emerging areas,” said Hashish.
Alibaba injects major funding into world’s most valuable AI firm
China’s SenseTime Group has reportedly raised $600 million from Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and other investors at a valuation of more than $3 billion, becoming the world’s most valuable artificial intelligence startup.
3D tech to help solve crimes in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Police, represented by the Criminal Evidence Administration of the Security and Ports Affairs Sector, has recently launched a 3D printing initiative.
UAE adopts AI to fast track road developments
The UAE’s infrastructure ministry said it had adopted artificial intelligence (AI) technology to optimise its resources on numerous local road developments.
AI could become an “immortal dictator,” says Musk
During a new documentary, Musk offers the notion that an AI built by a government could outlast any single party or politician and effectively become “an immortal dictator from which we would never escape”.
Hey Siri, meet your new boss
In a surprise development that is sure to have huge implications across the AI landscape, Apple announced yesterday that it has hired John Giannandrea, the architect behind Google Assistant, mere hours after he announced he was stepping down from his lofty position at the Mountain View headquarters.
Global experts to highlight MEA’s $34B cybersecurity market
With cybersecurity spending rising sharply across the globe and cities becoming ever more connected with the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT), organisations in both public and private sectors are recognising the increasing importance of cybersecurity.
Dubai turns to AI to bolster dhow trade
The Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, PCFC, has launched the “Dhowber” project to strengthen the UAE and Dubai’s leading global position in the maritime transport industry, and help shape the sector’s future.
The doctor is in: Dubai to get new AI-powered virtual consultation app
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) is reportedly planning the roll out of a 24/7 artificial intelligence-powered doctor consultation project.