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Latest news and developments in artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, and large language models transforming industries across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute to Build UAE’s First Quantum Computer
The Institute will construct the computer at its Quantum Research Centre labs, in collaboration with Barcelona-based Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 23 March 2021, (AETOSWire) – Work is underway to build a quantum computer in Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates, ushering an important milestone for the region in this breakthrough era […]

AI, AR and IoT to change digital signage trends says Pixcom
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: March 18, 2021:( AETOSWire) The next two years are critical for the Middle-East region with big-ticket events like Expo 2020-21 and FIFA World Cup 2022. The expected influx of tourists and visitors means it will be an explosive year for the digital signage industry. According to industry experts at Pixcom Group of Companies, […]

Proven Arabia Highlights Commitment to AI and Robotics Innovation with the Launch of Proven Solution
Proven Arabia’s AI and Robotics-centered new tech start-up Proven Solution to help automate business operations for customers in the Middle East and around the globe. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – March 17, 2021 – Proven Arabia, an international holding company offering bespoke solutions to corporate brands, today announced the launch of Proven Solution, a technology start-up that will offer a range […]

Financial industry must tackle gender bias in algorithms, according to global fintech leader, Finastra
Finastra publishes five-point plan to tackle algorithmic bias in consumer finance decision-making New KPMG report, commissioned by Finastra, examines the size of global consumer lending markets and the potential impact of algorithmic bias in society Finastra urges the financial industry to address the problem and work together to help solve it Dubai, UAE – March […]

Formative AI and Distributed Cloud among 4 megatrends revealed at MIPS 2021
Almost 5000 participants representing end customers, technology partners, and media from across the globe attended the virtual conference Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 5, 2021, (AETOSWire): The 3 trends of 2020 – aggregation, automation, and augmentation were replaced by 4 mega trends in 2021 at the annual MIPS 2021. Formative AI, Distributed Cloud, Composite Architecture, and […]

Wa’ed, Taibah Valley Company, collaborate on supporting start-ups in emerging Saudi hub for AI, IoT, blockchain
Wa’ed, the entrepreneurship arm of Aramco, and Taibah Valley Company, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading hubs for block chain and artificial intelligence development, signed a memorandum of understanding to boost support for start-up firms. March 2, 2021 – Wa’ed, the entrepreneurship arm of Aramco, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Taibah Valley Company, an emerging […]

Why Most AI Projects Fail
By: Anas A. Abdul-Haiy, Director and Deputy CEO of Proven Consult Verticals determining any project’s success vary even within the same field or even within the very same project down the timeline. This is the case, especially in AI, a relatively new field fueling business worldwide and shifting investors’ attention to more technologically powered, sustainable, […]

Wa’ed raises investment in Hazen.ai, whose innovations make driving safe
February 17, 2021 — Hazen.ai, a maker of intelligent traffic systems that use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to improve road safety, has received a follow-on investment from Wa’ed, the entrepreneurship arm of Aramco. The company this year won a global award from the International Road Federation for its traffic management systems, which combine the latest in machine […]

Digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and touchless technology to lead the future development of aerospace and aviation in a post-COVID-19 era
Dubai Airshow 2021 will demonstrate the role of new technologies in accelerating growth for aviation, aerospace, space and defence industries DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – 07 February 2021: Dubai Airshow 2021 will serve as a platform to showcase the role of cutting edge technologies in bolstering the recovery of the aviation, aerospace and defence industries […]

AVAYA ANNOUNCES NEW AI CAPABILITIES TO IMPROVE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, WITH MORE POWERFUL VIRTUAL AGENTS INTEGRATING WITH GOOGLE CLOUD DIALOGFLOW CX
Avaya AI Virtual Agent Enhanced – the newest co-innovation with Google Cloud – now being adopted by customers worldwide Dubai, UAE – January 28, 2021– Avaya (NYSE: AVYA), a global leader in solutions to enhance and simplify communications and collaboration, today announced that it’s Avaya OneCloud™ CCaaS and OneCloud™ CPaaS portfolios are now available with Avaya AI Virtual […]
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Alef Education Launches AI-driven app for language learning
Targets over six million non-Arabic speaking expats in the UAE alone Makes learning Arabic easier, more effective through machine-learning assisted modules Monday 25th January, 2021; Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Leading global edtech company Alef Education, based out of Abu Dhabi, has launched Arabits, an AI-powered mobile app for Arabic language learners to develop their Arabic reading, […]

Revenue From AI Systems Projected To Increase By 120% In 2024 To $110B
The cognitive and artificial intelligence systems market worldwide has been on the rise in recent years and is projected to reach even higher heights shortly. According to data presented by Trading Platforms, revenue from AI systems is projected to increase by 120% by 2024 to $110B. In 2020 the AI market was expected to reach the […]

Ericsson: Smart home privacy: How to avoid ‘data paparazzi.’
The paparazzi are known for often taking covert photographs of celebrities and selling them to tabloids or gossip magazines. In a similar vein, could the increasing number of smart, connected devices coming into our lives start acting like covert “data paparazzi”? And what can we do to avoid it? Find out here. Today, our devices […]

Bell’s Autonomous Pod Transport Reaches New Milestone: Carries 110 lbs. of Payload.
Dubai, UAE (January 20, 2021) – Bell’s Autonomous Pod Transport (APT) has flown with 110Ibs (50 KG) of payload over an eight-mile (12.9 KM) route at Bell’s testing site near Fort Worth, Texas. To date, the APT flight test program has completed over 300 flights and has been envisaged to provide efficient, rapid, and dependable transport […]

#CES2021 : Mobileye Innovation Will Bring AVs to Everyone, Everywhere
Progress Includes Automated Crowdsourced Mapping, New Lidar SoC, Software-Defined Radar, and AV-Test Vehicles in Four New Countries Automated, worldwide autonomous vehicle (AV) mapping capability allows Mobileye to expand its AV test fleets; new vehicles expected in Detroit, Tokyo, Shanghai, Paris and (pending regulation) New York City early this year. Intel brings its XPU strategy, expertise […]

Innovative Artificial Intelligence in the beauty industry. AI K-beauty device by lululab #CES2021
Recognized worldwide for three consecutive years CES 2021 Innovation Awards lululab, an AI beauty start-up has announced winning the Innovation Awards in Smart Home category at the world’s largest IT/Electronics exhibition ‘CES 2021 (Consumer Electronics Show)’ early this year. Held in January every year at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the globally recognized event hosts […]

Philips debuts AI-enabled, automated Radiology Workflow Suite at RSNA 2020
Integrated, data-driven radiology workflow solutions are front and center in Philips’ virtual RSNA experience, connecting people, data, and technology to advance the path to precision diagnosis. Smart diagnostic systems empower patients and staff with first-time-right diagnostic and interventional radiology studies, optimized workflows, enhanced efficiency, and operational excellence Dubai, UAE – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a […]

Moro Hub joins forces with US-based Facilio to boost UAE’s energy-saving strategies
Dubai, UAE, December 13th 2020: Moro Hub (Data Hub Integrated Solutions LLC), a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) as a part of Dubai 10X initiative and Facilio, a leading AI-driven property operations cloud platform, has announced a strategic partnership, to launch Energy Management and Monitoring Services for commercial […]

EVOTEQ Deploys AI-powered Surveillance System for Bee’ah’s Landfill Security Management
EVOTEQ Smart Surveillance features a network of smart AI-enabled cameras, machine learning algorithms, and an autonomous aerial drone system for enhanced security and incident management Dubai-UAE: December 09, 2020 – EVOTEQ, the UAE’s leading digital solutions provider, has successfully launched EVOTEQ Smart Surveillance, an artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted surveillance and oversight system in response to the growing […]

Tawuniya combats insurance fraud with AI solutions powered by SAS
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; 09 December 2020: SAS, The Leader in Analytics, has announced a recent partnership with Company for Cooperative Insurance (Tawuniya), the pioneering insurance company in Saudi Arabia, to bolster their Analytics and fraud/waste prevention capability within its medical insurance segment. As part of the partnership, SAS will offer an end-to-end Insurance Fraud Management system for […]

Update on Intel’s Neuromorphic Ecosystem Growth and Research Progress
What’s New: Intel shared an update on progress within the Intel Neuromorphic Research Community (INRC). The group has grown rapidly since its inception in 2018. It now includes more than 100 members, with Intel announcing today the addition of Lenovo, Logitech, Mercedes-Benz, and Prophesee to explore the value of neuromorphic computing for business use cases. Additionally, Intel summarized […]

Intel Debuts 2nd-Gen Horse Ridge Cryogenic Quantum Control Chip
What’s New: At an Intel Labs virtual event, Intel unveiled Horse Ridge II, its second-generation cryogenic control chip, marking another milestone in the company’s progress toward overcoming scalability, one of quantum computing’s biggest hurdles. Building on innovations in the first-generation Horse Ridge controller introduced in 2019, Horse Ridge II supports enhanced capabilities and higher integration levels […]
