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

Samsung and Google Cloud Join Forces to Bring Generative AI to Samsung Galaxy S24 series
Google’s Gemini Pro and Imagen 2 to deploy in production new text, voice, and image features on the new Samsung Galaxy S24 series Riyadh, Jan. 23, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd and Google Cloud today announced a new multi-year partnership to bring Google Cloud’s generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology to Samsung smartphone users around the globe. Starting […]

Lola VFX Selects the VAST Data Platform to Power Next Gen Film and TV Visual Effects
The VAST Data Platform supercharges and simplifies data management for industry-leading media and entertainment organizations, significantly reducing playback delays, improving editing efficiency, and enabling more collaborative film and television production processes Dubai, United Arab Emirates – January 24, 2024 – VAST Data, the AI data platform company, today announced its collaboration with Lola Visual Effects (VFX), a […]

Samsung Unveils the Future of AI at an interactive pop-up store at Dubai Mall
An experiential exhibit at one of the world’s biggest mall allows fans to explore firsthand the recently announced Galaxy S Series, powered by AI Dubai, UAE, January 22, 2024: Samsung Gulf Electronics has launched an interactive pop-up space at the Dubai Mall to showcase its latest mobile devices following Galaxy Unpacked on January 17, where Samsung introduced […]

Finastra leverages Databricks to enhance product development and AI capabilities
With the Databricks platform, Finastra will deliver more advanced data and AI-driven solutions and services to financial institutions globally London, UK – January 16, 2024 – Finastra, a global provider of financial software applications and marketplaces, today announced it is working with Databricks, a data and AI company, to provide more value-added solutions and services to its customers and partners globally. […]

AI reality vs. myth: Twelve predictions from SAS for 2024
AI will not take all jobs nor end civilization. But it will help businesses make better decisions. Cary, NC (January 22, 2024) Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere, and stories about its promise and threat are rampant. Will AI’s potential be realized in the year ahead? SAS, the leader in AI and analytics, asked executives and experts across […]

Panda Retail Company Selects Revionics’ AI-Powered Price Optimization Platform
Saudi Arabia’s leading grocery store chain invests in pricing solution to enhance value for shoppers Saudi Arabia — January 16, 2024 — Revionics, an Aptos Company and provider of retail pricing, promotion, markdown and advanced analytics solutions, announced today that Panda Retail Company has selected its intelligent pricing platform to adopt a more data-driven and customer-centric approach to its […]

Dubai Shopping Festival 2024: Step into AI connectivity and sustainability with Samsung’s Exclusive New Year Offers
UAE, 17 January 2024 – Samsung Gulf Electronics has announced exclusive new offers across its Home Appliances range to mark the region’s biggest shopping extravaganza, the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). Offering UAE consumers the opportunity to upgrade their home experiences with cutting-edge AI appliances designed around convenience, style and efficiency. Until the end of the month, […]

LG Ushers In ‘Zero Labor Home’ with Its Smart Home AI Agent at CES 2024
Company’s Game-changing Innovation Leverages the Latest AI, Autonomous Mobility Technology and Conversation Services for a Smarter Life at Home Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 16 2024 — LG Electronics (LG) has unveiled its innovative smart home Artificial Intelligence (AI) agent at CES 2024. LG’s smart home AI agent boasts robotic, AI and multi-modal technologies that enable it […]

AI breakthrough enables refineries to self-diagnose fouling to reduce CO2 emissions
Energy efficiency technology can help refineries abate up to 400 million tonnes of CO2 per year Dubai, UAE – 15 January 2024: DecarbonX has concluded groundbreaking research into the use of AI in industry, bringing a new level of autonomy to industrial processes and enabling critical equipment to self-diagnose issues. The milestone marks a significant shift in […]

Samsung Opens a Portal to New Mobile AI Possibilities in Las Vegas on Sphere’s Exosphere, Before Unpacked 2024
In anticipation of Galaxy Unpacked on January 17 and in advance of the Consumer Electronics Show, Samsung is teasing new mobile AI-powered capabilities. To celebrate the new era of Galaxy innovations, Samsung teamed up with Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” Season 2, now streaming only on Disney+, for an epic takeover of Sphere’s giant exterior LED […]

Samsung’s ‘AI for All’ Vision Unveiled at CES 2024
Samsung outlines strategy for using AI technology to make the connected device experience safer, more inclusive, and more energy-efficient LAS VEGAS, Nevada – Jan. 9, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today shared its vision for how artificial intelligence (AI) technology will enable people to experience their devices more intuitively and conveniently than ever before. Presenting these […]

Beta testing of Yasmina, the human-like AI assistant, kicks off in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 26 December 2023 – Yango, the company that transforms global technologies into everyday services for local enrichment, has announced that it is now possible to sign up for the public beta testing of its human-like AI assistant Yasmina. The assistant is built and trained to understand various Arabic dialects and can respond in Khaleeji and […]

AI: the rise beyond physical boundaries – researchers achieve the world’s first direct physical application of AI in which it beats humans
ETH Zurich researchers have created an AI robot that learns, in only 6 hours, to execute a popular game of physical skill in record time. Zurich, Switzerland – 19th December 2023; It has long been recognized that AI can achieve a higher level of performance than humans in various games – but until now, physical […]

Calabrio Opens Middle East Cloud with AI-powered Interaction Analytics
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– Calabrio, a longstanding leader in Workforce Management (WFM) solutions in the Middle East, marks a significant milestone in its commitment to the region by introducing AI-Powered Interaction Analytics on a public cloud infrastructure within the region. This offering is intricately designed to cater to the specific requirements of Middle East contact […]

GIGABYTE Demonstrates the Future of Computing with Advanced Cooling and Scaled Data Centers
Server platforms feature next-gen AI processors from NVIDIA (New Taipei City, 15.12.2023) GIGABYTE Technology, (TWSE: 2376): Giga Computing, a subsidiary of GIGABYTE and an industry leader in high-performance servers, server motherboards, and workstations, continues to be a leader in cooling IT hardware efficiently and in developing various server platforms for Arm and x86 processors, as well […]
![## AMD Surges After Rolling Out New AI Chip To Challenge Nvidia [Image of the AMD Instinct MI300X chip] Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has announced the release of its new AI-focused chip, the Instinct MI300X, aimed at challenging Nvidia's dominance in the data center market. This move has sent AMD's stock soaring, reflecting investor confidence in the company's potential to capture a significant share of the rapidly growing AI market. **Nvidia's Dominance in AI Chip Market** Nvidia has long held a dominant position in the market for AI chips, primarily due to its powerful GPUs, which are well-suited for AI workloads. However, AMD has been steadily making progress in recent years, and the release of the Instinct MI300X represents a significant challenge to Nvidia's leadership. **AMD's New AI Chip: A Game Changer?** AMD claims that the Instinct MI300X is the most advanced AI accelerator in the industry, offering performance that surpasses Nvidia's current offering. The chip is based on AMD's CDNA 3 architecture, which is specifically designed for AI workloads. It also features a number of other advanced technologies, such as high-bandwidth memory and a new interconnect technology called Infinity Cache. **Market Potential and Investor Confidence** The AI chip market is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for AI applications in a variety of industries. This presents a significant opportunity for AMD to gain market share and challenge Nvidia's dominance. Investors appear to be confident in AMD's potential, as evidenced by the recent surge in the company's stock price. **Analysts' Predictions** Analysts are predicting that AMD could capture a 20% market share in AI chips over time, as customers seek alternatives to Nvidia. This would represent a major shift in the market and could have a significant impact on the competitive landscape. **Implications for the AI Industry** The release of the Instinct MI300X is a major development for the AI industry. It represents a significant step forward for AMD and could lead to increased competition in the AI chip market. This is likely to benefit consumers, as it could lead to lower prices and more innovative products. **Additional Information:** * AMD's official website: [https://www.amd.com/en.html](https://www.amd.com/en.html) * Nvidia's official website: [https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/](https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/) * An in-depth analysis of the AI chip market: [https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/artificial-intelligence-chipset-market](https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/artificial-intelligence-chipset-market) **The Future of AI Chips** The future of AI chips is likely to be characterized by increasing competition and innovation. AMD's entry into the market with the Instinct MI300X is a clear sign that the company is serious about challenging Nvidia's dominance. It will be interesting to see how this competition unfolds in the years to come. This article provides a brief overview of AMD's new AI chip and its potential impact on the market. It is important to note that this is a rapidly developing field and there are many factors that could affect the future of AI chips. As such, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in this field.](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsaudishopper.com.sa%2Fen%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2023%2F12%2F1213366.jpg_ssict_1200_675.webp&w=3840&q=75)
AMD Surges After Rolling Out New AI Chip To Challenge Nvidia
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has announced the release of its new AI-focused chip, the Instinct MI300X, aimed at challenging Nvidia’s dominance in the data center market. This move has sent AMD’s stock soaring, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s potential to capture a significant share of the rapidly growing AI market. Nvidia’s Dominance in AI […]

Dell Technologies Storage Advancements Accelerate AI and Generative AI Strategies
Dubai, UAE – December 8, 2023 – Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) is helping customers achieve faster AI and generative AI (GenAI) performance with new enterprise data storage advancements and validation with the NVIDIA DGX SuperPOD AI infrastructure. “Storage performance is a critical factor for successful AI and generative AI outcomes,” said Arthur Lewis, president, Infrastructure Solutions Group, Dell Technologies. “Customers […]

Advancing Digital Ecosystems and Ethical AI: Insights from GSMA’s CMO, Lara Dewar
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. December 7, 2023 In a recent interview at the M360 MENA event held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we spoke with Lara Dewar, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of GSMA, a global organization representing mobile operators worldwide. With over 20 years of experience in various industries, Lara has shaped GSMA’s communication strategy and fostered […]

Navigating the Future of Technology: Insights from Tang Zhentian at the Telecom Review Leader Summit 2023
On December 6, 2023, at the 17th edition of the Telecom Review Leader Summit, Tang Zhentian, President of Huawei Middle East and Central Asia region Marketing & Solution Sales Department, delivered an insightful speech. His address highlighted the dynamic evolution of technology and the telecommunications industry, focusing on the emerging opportunities in this rapidly changing […]

Vertiv Collaborates with Intel on Liquid Cooled Solution for the Intel® Gaudi®3 AI Accelerator Platform
Intel’s next-generation AI accelerators will be supported by Vertiv™ liquid-cooled data center infrastructure solutions to help organizations accelerate AI adoption while achieving sustainability goals Dubai, UAE [December 6, 2023] – Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today announced the company is collaborating with Intel (Nasdaq: INTC), an industry leader […]

Winner in AI Solutions for Climate Change Competition Announced at COP28
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, December 05, 2023 – Huawei has teamed up with multiple UN agencies in helping unlock the potential of AI in bolstering collective response to climate change at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), hosted by the UAE. Jerry Guo, President of Huawei’s Global Technical Services R&D, joined top officials from […]

Algorithmiq demonstrates path to quantum utility with IBM
On stage at the IBM Summit, Algorithmiq unveils unprecedented error mitigation results of a large –scale experiment run on IBM hardware Helsinki, Finland and Yorktown, Virginia December 4, 2023: Algorithmiq, a scaleup developing quantum algorithms to solve the most complex problems in life sciences, has successfully run one of the largest scale error mitigation experiments to […]
