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AI in retail

How AI is transforming the retail experience: From fashion to ecommerce

Shopping is becoming more streamlined as retailers harness AI technology for personalisation, gamification and support, says Karl Escritt, CEO of Like Digital & Partners

Oracle generative AI

Oracle targets training 50,000 Saudis in AI, latest tech

The training is set to form part of an initiative called ‘Mostaqbali’ (My Future), and will be supervised by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

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Europe agrees landmark AI regulation deal

The accord requires foundation models such as ChatGPT and general purpose AI systems (GPAI) to comply with transparency obligations before they are put on the market

Gemini - Sundar Pichai, chief executive officer of Alphabet Inc., during the Google I/O Developers Conference in Mountain View, California, US, on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Google introduced a new large language model, used for training artificial intelligence tools like chatbots, known as PaLM 2, and said it has already woven it into many of the internet search company’s marquee products. Photographer: David Paul Morris/Bloomberg

Google just released Gemini: It’s ‘most capable AI model’ yet

The launch of Gemini comes eight months after the search giant launched Bard and one year after OpenAI launched ChatGPT on GPT-3.5

Genetec AI

Genetec forecasts shift in video surveillance landscape with AI-driven innovations

The integration of video analytics and AI capabilities has gained momentum, bolstering the effectiveness of surveillance systems

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World’s largest gathering of futurists convene in Dubai on Nov 27

Dubai Future Forum will convene 2,500 experts and 150 speakers, hailing from more than 100 countries

Sam Altman to return as OpenAI CEO

Sam Altman will return as CEO days after his ouster, following several days of drama between him and the board of OpenAI

John Schmidt -Global Aerospace-Defence Lead Accenture

Insights: The aerospace industry is embracing AI amid supply chain challenges

The integration of digital capabilities and data-driven solutions will be crucial in building resilience and ensuring long-term growth in the aerospace sector

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Interview: SAS harnesses generative AI to provide industry solutions

SAS is researching the application of large language models to industry problems with a focus on delivering trusted and secure results to customers

UN AI report to close gaps in government responses

UN AI report to close gaps in government responses -tech envoy

The body expects to submit a preliminary report by the end of this year and a final one next year.

Illumio Zero Trust Approach

Illumio’s Trevor Dearing explains the critical need for a Zero Trust Approach in times of AI

As the MENA region faces a rise in cybercrime, Illumio explains how a ‘Zero Trust’ approach can help protect enterprises at scale

digitalisation

MDS, HPE highlight enterprise digitalisation trends moving the UAE market

Enterprises are adopting as-a-service model for better flexibility, reducing cost, and ehanced customer experience

Splunk Ahmed el saadi

Interview: Splunk’s Ahmed El Saadi talks digitalisation and data analytics solutions

The rise of digital technologies, including cloud computing, AI, and machine learning has heralded new opportunities for the MENA region

Trend Micro cybersecurity

Cybersecurity: Evolving threats for enterprise ecosystems

The mass of adoption of AI has opened up opportunities and challenges for enterprises as they are faced with new cybersecurity challenges

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United Nations creates advisory body to address AI governance

Members include tech company executives, government officials from Spain to Saudi Arabia, and academics from countries such as the US, Russia and Japan

Ahmad El Dandachi - microsoft

Interview: Microsoft’s Ahmad El Dandachi showcases the company’s new AI services

The enterprise commercial director of Microsoft UAE shares what the company showcased at GITEX GLOBAL and what the we can expect to see from Microsoft in the coming months

Abu Dhabi’s G42, OpenAI partner Middle East AI push

GITEX GLOBAL 2023: G42, OpenAI partner to advance AI in Middle East

The partnership will focus on delivering OpenAI’s generative AI models across sectors spanning financial services to energy and healthcare

Meta

Meta starts rolling out generative AI tools for all advertisers

The tools will be available in Meta’s Ads Manager and their rollout will be completed next year

Google Lens and Bard

Google Lens is coming to Bard in Arabic

Bard is now making its existing English language features available to more than 40 new languages while launching new capabilities

Coursera Coach AI

Say hello to Coach AI

Why Coursera’s CEO wants the company chatbot to become your personal tutor

DCAI Accelerator Programmes attract 615 global startups Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Centre for AI: Accelerator Programmes attract hundreds of global startups

Successful applicants will be invited to Dubai to work closely with government agencies to develop their projects and prepare for their implementation

Microsoft and G42 to offer joint sovereign cloud and AI offerings Image Microsoft

G42, Microsoft alliance expands to include joint sovereign cloud and AI offering

This announcement marks the first significant outcome since G42 and Microsoft announced their intention to partner earlier this year, in April

Huawei opens cloud data centre in Riyadh

Huawei Technologies opens cloud data centre in Riyadh

The data centre will store data locally in line with Saudi Arabia’s data regulations

G42 launches Jais, open source Arabic language AI model

Abu Dhabi’s G42 launches Jais, open source Arabic language AI model

The language is a transformer-based large language model that incorporates many cutting-edge features, including ALiBi position embeddings

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Insights: Empowering UAE women for a transformative AI-driven future

Upskilling Emirati women in AI and related fields will not only equip them with vital tech skills but also open doors to emerging sectors and leadership positions

How Tonomus is transforming NEOM

Exclusive: Joseph Bradley on transforming NEOM into an epicentre of innovation

Tonomus CEO explains how NEOM’s first digital communications facility will connect the city to the world by rolling out and using cutting-edge telecommunications

DEWA’s new Disruptive Lab set to advance Dubai’s power sector

DEWA launches new disruptive lab at its distribution power division complex

The lab promotes partnerships and exchanging experiences with leading global institutions in the utility sector

Digital DEWA strengthens partnership with Huawei

Digital DEWA bolsters partnership with China’s Huawei

The two entities agreed to enhance the collaboration in the energy sector, transmission and distribution communication networks

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Elon Musk unveils new company xAI, seeks to build ChatGPT alternative

Musk and Jared Birchall, who operates Musk’s family office, incorporated a business called X.AI in March

MBZUAI etihad Airways sign Mou

Etihad Airways, MBZUAI to leverage AI to enhance UAE’s aviation industry

The MoU will create training opportunities for MBZUAI students to advance their understanding of the aviation industry while using AI to address challenges