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Haltia.AI launches next-gen Asimov AI platform

News Desk 2 09/09/2024 0

For enterprise and government sectors Delaware, US-headquartered startup Haltia.AI has launched Asimov, a next-generation AI platform explicitly designed for enterprise and government needs. The release marks a significant expansion for Haltia.AI into the high-stakes B2B and B2G markets,

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Milestone XPerience Days Middle East heads to Dubai City

Arnold Pinto 05/09/2024 0

From September 9 to 10, 2024 Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, will host Milestone Xperience Days Middle East in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from September 9 to 10, 2024. The Dubai event is part of the company’s global flagship Milestone XPerience Days series for its regional partners. It features a […]

Saudi Arabia Tech

New identity for Global AI Summit in Riyadh

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2024 0

From September 10-12, 2024 The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has launched a revamped identity for the third edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit (GAIN), which will take place in Riyadh from September 10-12, 2024. This year’s summit, themed ‘For the Good of Humanity,’ explores AI technologies’ transformative potential and

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SearchGPT will transform information retrieval with advanced AI

Dan Ngiam 31/08/2024 0

OpenAI system is in beta mode OpenAI is testing SearchGPT, a temporary prototype of new AI search features that provide fast, timely answers with clear and relevant sources. With the user at the forefront, SearchGPT is set to revolutionise information retrieval, making it more intuitive, efficient, and personalised. Its launch will signify a significant advancement in

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Milestone Systems unveils unique Experience Centre in Melbourne

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Rigorous cybersecurity standards deployed Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, has inaugurated its new office and interactive Experience Centre (EC) in Mulgrave, Melbourne, Australia. The newly launched EC is a significant upgrade from Milestone’s EC in Australia, which debuted in 2018. The revamped centre boasts an enhanced focus on

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MBDA unveils New Sky Warden effector concept

Arnold Pinto 21/08/2024 0

Demonstrates the system’s advanced capabilities MBDA has launched a groundbreaking effector concept for its Sky Warden counter-uncrewed aerial systems (C-UAS) modular solution. The new development, presented at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, features a ground-launched anti-air munition specifically designed to target Class 1 and smaller Class 2 uncrewed

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Payment card tech spend to reach $13.6 billion globally by 2029

Arnold Pinto 14/08/2024 0

Propped by banks targeting premium users According to a new study, issuer spending on card technology is projected to surge from $9.8 billion globally in 2024 to an impressive $13.6 billion by 2029. This 39% increase underscores a strategic shift among banks and card issuers. Their aim is precise: to attract high-value customers by introducing […]

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30% of GenAI projects may fail after post-proof of concept by 2025

News Desk 2 05/08/2024 0

Gartner study sums up the causes A new report from Gartner predicts that many generative AI (GenAI) projects will be abandoned following their proof-of-concept phase by the end of 2025. The research firm predicts that at least 30% of these projects will be discontinued due to poor data quality, insufficient risk controls, rising costs, or […]

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Chatbots lead AI search trends with 260 million searches

Arnold Pinto 04/08/2024 0

Creative AI and design tools follow next A new study has unveiled the most sought-after AI categories, with chatbots and conversational tools dominating the search landscape. Data from Google Trends was analysed to determine the most popular AI types based on search volume, revealing significant shifts in interest over recent months, according to the Linkee […]

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GITEX Global 2024 unveils new features and highlights

Arnold Pinto 03/08/2024 0

From October 14-18 in Dubai GITEX Global 2024, the world’s largest tech and start-up event, will showcase various new programmes, high-profile speakers, and cutting-edge advancements. The 44th edition of the event, scheduled for October 14-18 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, promises to be a landmark edition. Dubai’s goal of becoming the home to 30 […]

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European AI Act comes into force from August 1, 2024

Arnold Pinto 01/08/2024 0

World’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for AI Today, August 1, 2024, marks a historic milestone as the European Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) officially comes into force, establishing the world’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for artificial intelligence. The landmark legislation by the European Commission ensures that AI technologies

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AI boom spurs growth in global cloud infrastructure sector

News Desk 2 27/07/2024 0

Amazon and Microsoft in the clear lead Despite not reaching the peaks driven by Covid-19, the global cloud infrastructure sector has evolved into a formidable industry, spurred once again by the surge in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Amazon’s dominance through its Amazon Web Services (AWS) remains significant, although Microsoft’s Azure is

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Are you smarter than artificial intelligence?

Dan Ngiam 22/07/2024 0

Let’s take a deep dive here In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the question of human intelligence versus artificial intelligence (AI) continues to captivate minds and spark debates across various fields. As AI capabilities advance, from language processing to problem-solving, it begs the question: Are humans still the ultimate intelligence? AI has made

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10 AI terms you should know about in 2024

News Desk 2 20/07/2024 0

The lexicon of AI is evolving rapidly Since its explosion into mainstream awareness in late 2022, generative AI (GenAI) has transformed our understanding of technology, enabling more accessible interactions with computers through natural language. A growing number of people around the globe, including the Middle East, now tend to grasp concepts like ‘prompts’ and ‘machine

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World’s first 3D-printed abra begins trial in Dubai

News Desk 2 16/07/2024 0

Vessel carries 20 passengers Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched what is said to be the world’s first 3D-printed abra (traditional Emirati passenger boat), marking a significant milestone in maritime transport innovation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The 3D-printed abra combines traditional Arab boat-building design with advanced 3D-printing

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New open-source platform evaluates AI-powered chatbots

Arnold Pinto 14/07/2024 0

Large language models in focus In a pioneering effort to enhance the understanding and usability of AI-powered chatbots, researchers at the University of Cambridge have unveiled a groundbreaking open-source platform, CheckMate. This platform allows users to interactively assess the performance of large language models (LLMs) like InstructGPT, ChatGPT, and GPT-4. The

Health Tech

AI can identify drug-resistant infections from microscopy images

News Desk 2 13/07/2024 0

University of Cambridge study finds Groundbreaking research led by scientists at the University of Cambridge has demonstrated the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to identify drug-resistant infections from microscopy images quickly. This advancement promises to revolutionise how healthcare professionals diagnose and treat diseases, potentially reducing the

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Supersonic Imagine unveils MACH V4.2 software upgrade

News Desk 2 12/07/2024 0

Set to revolutionise ultrasound imaging Supersonic Imagine, the French company renowned for its groundbreaking advancements in multi-parametric ultrasound imaging, has unveiled its MACH V4.2 software upgrade. This latest release from the MACH series drastically increases penetration, addressing the healthcare industry’s need for greater depth and accurate diagnosis,

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Global service robot market to grow by 66% by 2028

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2024 0

Outpacing industrial robots by large In robotics, a seismic shift is underway as service robots surge ahead of their industrial counterparts, driven by advancements in AI and machine learning. This evolution has propelled the global service robot market into unprecedented growth, dwarfing industrial robots. According to a new report by Altindex.com, the global service

Space Tech

LEAP 71 sets new record with AI-designed 3D-printed rocket engine

Arnold Pinto 10/07/2024 0

Thruster successfully passes hot-fire test LEAP 71, an AI engineering startup based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), has achieved an unprecedented record in aerospace technology with the successful hot-fire test of its advanced 3D-printed liquid-fuel rocket engine entirely designed by AI and developed in the UAE. The company’s proprietary Noyron computational model