The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), on behalf of the Abu Dhabi Government, has announced a significant agreement with Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure and digital services, to implement a sovereign cloud system that unlocks increasing efficiencies and innovations inRead More…
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), part of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has unveiled Falcon 3, the latest iteration of its open-source large language model (LLM) series.Read More…
Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, and Google delivered the highly anticipated GtFT 2024 Summit, in the UAE’s capital city. The exclusive event took place from 17-18 October, gathering some of the most influential leaders in finance and technology to explore forward-looking solutions to reshape the future of finance. TheRead More…
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is set to elevate the entertainment landscape once again with the grand opening of the world’s first Ferrari Esports Arena. Opening on August 29, the Ferrari World Esports Arena promises to be the ultimate haven for racing enthusiasts,Read More…
World Wide Technology (WWT) inked a MOU with NXT Global to build and deliver the UAE’s first AI Integration Center to support the UAE in becoming a virtual and physical exporter of plug-and-play cutting-edge AI infrastructure to the world, made in Abu Dhabi. The strategic partnership will be known inRead More…
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a global scientific research centre and the applied research pillar of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has announced the launch of the ‘Falcon Foundation’. The non-profit Falcon Foundation is dedicated to advancing the development of open-source Generative AI models and to building sustainableRead More…
e& Carrier & Wholesale has announced the expansion of its Tier III SmartHub data centre to the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi, providing state-of-the-art infrastructure and connectivity to support the entire region’s digital ecosystem. The strategic expansion further solidifies e&’s global network enhancing its ability to serve businesses across various industryRead More…
On the sidelines of COP28 UAE, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first research university focused on AI, and Silal, an agri-food company based in Abu Dhabi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bring AI innovation to agriculture and food production. The agreement willRead More…
Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) has launched its new AI company, AI71. The entity builds on the Technology Innovation Institute’s (TII) Falcon generative AI models and will focus on multi-domain specializations while offering unprecedented AI data control options for companies and countries looking to self-host for greater privacy.Read More…
Yas Island is ready to be discovered by a global online audience as it launches unique virtual experiences today, allowing users from around the world to digitally explore Abu Dhabi’s premier entertainment and leisure hub and other iconic landmarks in the emirate. The initiative is part of a pioneering collaborationRead More…
PETRONAS and AIQ, an Abu Dhabi-based technology company, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to share experiences in building Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that may potentially accelerate the energy transition and drive sustainability across energy operations. AIQ is a technology pioneer focused on driving the transformation of the industrialRead More…
Axis Communications has hosted its third Connect by Axis event in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Connect by Axis aims to create valuable opportunities for MEA stakeholders to gather industry insights, delve into new technologies, and connect with each other. Held at Anantara Eastern Mangroves, the event showcased some of the latestRead More…
