Abu Dhabi has been named a leader in the Middle East and Africa region in McKinsey Global Institute’s ‘Smart Cities: Digital Solutions for a More Livable Future,” study.
Education, Government
Preparing young Emiratis in AI is vital for UAE’s future, says minister
Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE’s Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, member of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation and deputy managing Director, has revealed a new initiative that aims to equip the next generation of Emiratis with leadership skills.0 3982
UAE raises competitive and innovative spirit among youth
The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, TRA, represented by ICT Fund, and in cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Huawei, has launched the projects presentation phase of the “Seeds for the Future” 2018 Competition.
GBM’s Nofal on why GCC firms should move away from siloed cybersecurity
Gulf Business Machines’ VP for Intelligent Network Solutions, Security and Mobility Hani Nofal discusses why organisations need to rethink their cybersecurity strategies and shift their investments to more proactive tools and measures.
3D printing brings new life to double amputee Emirati
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) in partnership with Mediclinic, Mercuris and Immensa Technology Labs, helped an Emirati double amputee recently became the first to receive 3D printed transtibial prosthetics.
Dubai AI-focused initiative to turn residents into “lifesavers”
Dubai aims to utilise artificial intelligence (AI) to help volunteers identify patients’ emergency cases and guide them through the necessary procedures to help save their lives while waiting for the ambulance, thus transforming every resident into a potential lifesaver.
Mubadala-owned IT services provider opens offices in Dubai
Abu Dhabi-based Injazat Data Systems, a provider of IT, data centre and managed services, has announced its expansion to Dubai.
KPMG, Google combine expertise to power digital experiences
KPMG International has announced an alliance with Google aimed at enabling organisations transform their business and operating models with secure cloud computing, machine learning (ML), enterprise mobility and advanced analytics technologies.
Dell EMC pledges to enable Lebanese firms meet the pace of digital change
Dell EMC has recently hosted its Digital Transformation Conference 2018 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beirut, Lebanon.
Abu Dhabi issues region’s first AI control policy for healthcare
All healthcare providers, drug producers, researchers and insurers must now comply with the regulations set out by the capital.
WHO examines digital technology’s impact on public health
Member States endorsed on Friday the WHO Global Action Plan on Physical Activity (GAPPA), various initiatives aimed at increasing participation in physical activity by people of all ages and ability to promote health, beat noncommunicable diseases and improve quality of life.