The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with NVIDIA, the world leader in accelerated computing and AI, to launch the Middle East’s first Joint Lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics. This landmark collaboration establishes a first-of-its-kind hub in the region […]
Albania Appoints World’s First AI-Bot “Minister” to Combat Corruption
Tirana, September 2025 — In a landmark move, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has appointed an artificial intelligence bot named Diella to oversee government tenders, positioning the country as a global test case for the use of AI in governance. Unveiled during the announcement of Rama’s new cabinet in mid-September, Diella — whose name means […]
Electrogenos Wins Big at KPMG Global Tech Innovator Competition 2025 in Dubai
The startup Electrogenos demonstrated bold ambition to accelerate the next phase of growth and transform the tech industry. Dubai, UAE: The KPMG Global Tech Innovator Competition 2025, which invited talented UAE tech scale-ups to pitch to investors and major industry players, showcased outstanding tech innovation from companies as they set out to reshape the regional […]
UAE Launches Nation’s First Quantum-Secure Communications Testbed at ADGM
ADGM, ADGM Academy (ADGMA), Technology Innovation Institute (TII), Hub71, and ASPIRE — have jointly launched the nation’s first Testbed for quantum-secure communications, marking a significant step toward future-proofing digital infrastructure. The initiative will explore ways to transfer ultra-secure data using quantum technology. As part of the tie up, TII -the applied research pillar of Abu […]
AIJRF launches the Arab’s first initiative to integrate AI into Government Communications
Dr. Mohamed Abdulzaher: AI-Powered GovComms Initiative (AIGC) aims to embed AI and advanced technologies across all government communication processes. Free training programme for more than 1,000 Arab government communication officials Ten government entities to support the initiative in its first phase Universities and educational institutions urged to adopt integrated AI-driven government communication programmes Dubai -AIJRF: The […]
Singapore-based HR tech firm X0PA AI opens Regional Headquarters in Dubai
This expansion brings the world’s first AI Verify-endorsed HRTech Talent Intelligence platform and its comprehensive AI-native recruitment ecosystem to the UAE market. Singapore-based artificial intelligence recruitment platform X0PA AI has announced plans to establish its regional headquarters in Dubai. This expansion brings the world’s first AI Verify-endorsed HRTech Talent Intelligence platform and its comprehensive AI-native […]
Dubai: EIF Innovation Hub Launches AI-Focused Initiative in Partnership with Banks, Presight and Core42
Dubai: The Innovation Hub of the Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) has launched a joint initiative focused on exploring the application of traditional and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the financial services sector, in collaboration with HSBC Bank, Al Maryah Community Bank, and UAE-based technology firms, Presight and Core42. H.E. Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of […]
IFS acquires 7bridges to transform industrial supply chains with AI
Acquisition expands IFS’s Industrial AI capabilities, unlocking deeper insights and scalable, data-driven logistics solutions. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – IFS, the leading provider of Industrial AI software, today announced the acquisition of 7bridges, an AI-powered supply chain management solution provider. The move strengthens IFS’s position as the Industrial AI leader by expanding its capabilities in logistics and […]
Lenovo Establishes Regional Headquarters in Riyadh with Senior Leadership Appointments to Drive Growth Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030
New Head of Regional Headquarters to lead Operations in support of Vision 2030 New Saudi Arabia leadership team hires to drive Lenovo growth in the Kingdom Regional Headquarters confirmed in Al Majdoul Tower, one of Riyadh’s most iconic buildings and growing innovation hub Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Lenovo today announced the appointment of its executive […]
Sophos and Halcyon announce new intelligence-sharing and mutual anti-tamper protection initiative
Joint Collaboration Enables Real-Time Intelligence Sharing and Mutual Anti-Tamper Protections to Accelerate Ransomware Detection and Response. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced a strategic threat intelligence sharing partnership with Halcyon, the leading anti-ransomware solution provider. This collaboration brings together two of the most experienced […]
