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Zawya
21-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Kerno brings advanced IT manufacturing to the UAE at 'Make it in the Emirates' 2025
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Kerno, a pioneering IT infrastructure manufacturer based in the UAE, is showcasing its ready-for-production enterprise server units at the 'Make it in the Emirates' 2025 exhibition. As a regional industry pioneer, the company will be operating live manufacturing equipment at the exhibition, offering visitors a rare look at the sophisticated production capabilities coming to the UAE The company is presenting its OKAM and UQLEAD product lines, representing a significant leap forward in bringing world-class IT manufacturing to the United Arab Emirates. These enterprise-grade servers and infrastructure solutions are designed to power everything from corporate data centers to advanced AI applications, all manufactured locally for both regional and international markets. The OKAM product line represents Kerno's flagship server offerings based on the latest Intel and AMD chipsets, meeting the diverse needs of businesses across the region, from powering cloud services to supporting edge computing applications. UQLEAD servers are designed with a laser focus on high-performance computing and AI workloads. These powerful systems are built for training and inference of AI models, vital in today's AI-driven era. Kerno also develops OTAON storage systems, completing a comprehensive portfolio of IT infrastructure solutions. Gene Ostrovskiy, Co-founder & CRO, said, "At Make it in the Emirates 2025, we're demonstrating the future of technology manufacturing in the UAE. Our live production demonstration proves that the region can produce the same quality of IT infrastructure as any global manufacturing hub." At the heart of Kerno's exhibition is a unique attraction - actual manufacturing equipment from their facility, running live at the show. Visitors can witness firsthand how modern electronics are assembled with incredible accuracy, offering a rare glimpse into the hidden world of high-tech manufacturing. Following strategic partnerships, Kerno is establishing an advanced hardware manufacturing factory in Dubai Silicon Oasis. The facility will utilize best-in-class equipment, including cutting-edge surface mount technology and a fully automated unit assembly line, positioning Kerno as a leading manufacturer of enterprise-class IT solutions in the Middle East. The company is now delivering market-ready product samples to customers, with mass production of enterprise-class servers, AI servers, and storage systems scheduled to begin imminently for both regional and international markets. This development marks a significant milestone for the UAE's manufacturing sector, demonstrating the country's ability to produce sophisticated technology products that can compete on the global stage. By establishing local production capabilities, Kerno is helping reduce the region's dependence on imported IT infrastructure while creating hundreds of opportunities for skilled employment and technological advancement. Industry professionals, business leaders, and technology enthusiasts are invited to visit Stand 6-AM135 to experience the live manufacturing demonstration and explore how Kerno's solutions can support their digital transformation journey. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity to see the convergence of advanced manufacturing and IT innovation happening right here in the UAE. Note: OKAM references a famous poet, Omar Khayyam, who was also one of the greatest mathematicians of the Arab world. The name also alludes to William of Occam, a British philosopher, creator of the 'Occam's Razor' principle - 'What can be done with less should not be done with more.' the UQLEAD name is rooted in the history of both Arab and European mathematics, and echoes the name Euclid, the ancient Greek mathematician who worked in Egypt. At the same time, it references one of his followers — the Arab mathematician al-Uqlidisi, who was the first to introduce decimal fractions into mathematics. OTAON is an acronym formed from the first letters of 'One Thousand and One Nights – the book that stores some of the most captivating stories from the Arab world, many of which have become well-known in the West as well. About Kerno Enterprises FZE KERNO Enterprises is the first world-class enterprise-level IT hardware manufacturer established in the United Arab Emirates, with our worldwide headquarters in Dubai. As a national industrial initiative, KERNO supports the vision of "Operation 300bn" as well as the ICV and Make It in The Emirates initiatives by localizing the development and production of mission-critical digital infrastructure, such as enterprise-class servers, AI servers, and data storage systems, vital to national security and technological sovereignty. Our upcoming state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Dubai Silicon Oasis will have the capacity to produce tens of thousands of units per year, allowing the UAE to meet the majority of its domestic demand with secure, high-performance, locally manufactured systems as well as project its technological leadership to the region and beyond.
Emirates 24/7
14-05-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
Ahmed bin Mohammed visits headquarters of General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs
- His Highness apprised of key strategic imperatives including the 360 Services Policy, service leadership initiatives, and adoption of AI applications Reinforcing the leadership's unwavering commitment to enhance government performance, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, visited the headquarters of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai. His Highness was welcomed by His Excellency Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai; Major General Obaid Muhair bin Suroor, Deputy Director General; and the Assistant Directors General. During the visit, His Highness Sheikh Ahmed was accompanied by His Excellency Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai. His Highness praised the efforts and achievements of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in facilitating procedures, enhancing the customer experience, and adopting the latest technologies, which embody Dubai's vision and elevate its standing as a model for futuristic cities. These efforts serve the goals of comprehensive development, further strengthening Dubai's, and the UAE's, global appeal as top destinations to live, work, and visit. His Highness was briefed on a range of institutional initiatives and development projects that reflect the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs' future-focused vision, aligned with the Government of Dubai's strategy to deliver smart, integrated, and human-centric services that meet global standards of excellence. Several strategic imperatives, including the 360 Services Policy, service leadership initiatives, adoption of AI applications and risk management systems, and internal auditing practices, were highlighted during the tour, in addition to institutional efforts at reputation-building, future foresight, employee wellbeing, and promoting sports within the workplace. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed also reviewed the key projects and practices that reflect the pioneering role of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai in providing service models that enhance customer trust and contribute to the leadership of the emirate of Dubai and the UAE across various development indices. The visit comes as part of His Highness's ongoing efforts to monitor the performance of government entities, gain insight into their operations, and support their developmental projects – aligned with Dubai's vision for institutional integration and sustainable innovation. His Excellency Lt. General Al Marri expressed deep pride and appreciation about His Highness Sheikh Ahmed's visit. 'We were honoured by the visit of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, which serves as a powerful source of inspiration and renews motivation to continue our mission of enhancing quality of life through advanced, human-centered smart services and initiatives. His Highness's field engagement with government entities strengthens an innovative work environment and reinforces the belief that institutional excellence in our nation is not a temporary goal, but a deeply rooted culture that promotes social stability and enhances quality of life.' His Excellency added: 'At the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai, we reaffirm our commitment to being active partners in safeguarding these national achievements by delivering high-quality services that improve individual wellbeing and elevate our country's global standing.' Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI
Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI as Application CEO, the ChatGPT maker said on Thursday. Simo, already a board member at OpenAI, will transition out of Instacart over the next few months and join the AI company full-time later in the year. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he would continue in his role, overseeing verticals like research, compute and applications. Simo would directly report to Altman. "Applications brings together a group of existing business and operational teams responsible for how our research reaches and benefits the world, and Fidji is uniquely qualified to lead this group. Serving as an OpenAI board member over the past year, Fidji has already contributed a great deal to our company. She will transition from her role at Instacart over the next few months and join OpenAI later this year," Altman wrote in a blog post. Simo would also help OpenAI in scaling 'traditional' company functions, Altman said, but he didn't provide further details. Simo has years of experience with product management and monetization. Before joining Instacart in 2021, she spent more than a decade at Meta — leading the launch of ads on the News Feed; heading monetization for Facebook app, product development for Facebook Video; and helped build its advertising business. She exited Meta as head of the Facebook app. After joining Instacart, she helped take the company public in 2023. In a post on X, Simo said she would stay on as chair of the Instacart board. In a letter to Instacart employees, she said a current member of the company's management would replace her as CEO, and an announcement would be made soon. "Joining OpenAI at this critical moment is an incredible privilege and responsibility. This organization has the potential of accelerating human potential at a pace never seen before and I am deeply committed to shaping these applications toward the public good," she said in a statement. This article originally appeared on TechCrunch at
TechCrunch
08-05-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI
Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI as Application CEO, the ChatGPT maker said on Thursday. Simo, already a board member at OpenAI, will transition out of Instacart over the next few months and join the AI company full-time later in the year. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said he would continue in his role, overseeing verticals like research, compute and applications. Simo would directly report to Altman. 'Applications brings together a group of existing business and operational teams responsible for how our research reaches and benefits the world, and Fidji is uniquely qualified to lead this group. Serving as an OpenAI board member over the past year, Fidji has already contributed a great deal to our company. She will transition from her role at Instacart over the next few months and join OpenAI later this year,' Altman wrote in a blog post. Simo would also help OpenAI in scaling 'traditional' company functions, Altman said, but he didn't provide further details. Simo has years of experience with product management and monetization. Before joining Instacart in 2021, she spent more than a decade at Meta — leading the launch of ads on the News Feed; heading monetization for Facebook app, product development for Facebook Video; and helped build its advertising business. She exited Meta as head of the Facebook app. After joining Instacart, she helped take the company public in 2023. In a post on X, Simo said she would stay on as chair of the Instacart board. In a letter to Instacart employees, she said a current member of the company's management would replace her as CEO, and an announcement would be made soon. 'Joining OpenAI at this critical moment is an incredible privilege and responsibility. This organization has the potential of accelerating human potential at a pace never seen before and I am deeply committed to shaping these applications toward the public good,' she said in a statement.
Bloomberg
08-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
OpenAI Recruits Instacart CEO Fidji Simo to Oversee Apps
Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI in a new role as chief executive officer of OpenAI applications, reporting to Sam Altman, he announced on Wednesday. Altman will remain in his position as CEO of OpenAI, he added, saying the new configuration will help him focus on research and safety at the artificial intelligence startup. Simo has been a board member of OpenAI for the past year, in which time Altman said he's observed her commitment to the company's mission.
