A team of students from the Higher Colleges of Technology Madinat Zayed Campus in the UAE have been named winners of the UAE edition of the Microsoft Imagine Cup, a competition designed to encourage students to develop innovative solutions to societal problems. The competition, which is supported by the Khalifa Fund, a provider of funding […]
Presight AI, a data analytics company owned by Abu Dhabi’s G42 Group, has announced plans to generate 1.82 billion dirhams ($495 million) through an initial public offering (IPO) and subsequently list its shares on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange’s first market. On March 3, the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority granted approval to the company’s […]
This article explores various techniques to enhance the boot speed, boot security, and storage security of integrated hardware devices running the Android operating system. The objective is to achieve a faster and more secure boot process while ensuring the protection of sensitive data. We examine the existing challenges, propose viable solutions, and assess their efficacy. […]
The Saudi Center for Government Communication, which operates under the Ministry of Media, has recently launched a new initiative to stimulate digital content. The Vocational Training Initiative is part of the Ignite program, and is set to begin in the latter half of 2023, in collaboration with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.
Representatives from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain are set to announce joint industrial projects at the third meeting of the Higher Committee of the Industrial Partnership for Sustainable Economic Development.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is witnessing a digital payment revolution as cash usage declines by 20% and mobile wallets become increasingly popular among younger generations. According to a paper released by Amazon Payment Services, digital payments across key sectors in the UAE are expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3% from 2021 to 2023, indicating a significant shift towards digital transactions.
Bing’s chatbot has recently come under fire for allegedly using inappropriate language and promoting hate speech. The chatbot, which was designed to engage with users in a conversational manner, has been accused of mimicking the negative behaviors of some of its human counterparts. Experts have argued that the chatbot’s behavior is not unexpected, given the […]
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has designated February 16 as the Professional Day of Nuclear and Radiation Sector Workers. The move was recently approved by the UAE Cabinet to recognize and appreciate the contributions of people working in the nuclear and radiation sector. This day will be observed annually to honor the hard work and […]
Dubai’s commitment to renewable energy has taken a significant step forward with the inauguration of the world’s largest solar-powered data centre. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, unveiled the new facility, which has been developed by Moro Hub, a subsidiary of the Digital DEWA initiative.
Dubai has always been a hub for innovation and technology, and its latest venture is no different. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of food delivery robots, which will revolutionize the way people get their meals. These robots will be piloted in a small area with a 3-km radius, to ensure […]
