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Time of India
28-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Dubai student's AI innovation offers instant help for lost passports, medical crises
An Emirati student has developed an AI-powered app designed to assist people in UAE with urgent assistance of ids and documents such as lost passports and medical emergencies. The app provides real-time, reliable support to guide users through crisis situations, offering a much-needed solution in a fast-paced city like Dubai . The creation, developed by Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi, a master's student at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), was recognized for its potential to enhance emergency response in urban environments, according to a report by Gulf News. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi, a master's student at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), clinched first place in the coding category at the Global Prompt Engineering Championship 2025. The competition was part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week and featured a Dh1 million prize pool, with more than 3,800 participants from over 125 countries. His winning project is an AI emergency response assistant app designed to provide immediate, practical assistance in a variety of emergency situations, such as lost travel documents or medical crises. The app is aimed at helping users navigate urgent situations with real-time guidance, offering peace of mind in high-pressure environments. Al Marzooqi dedicated his award to the UAE's leadership for their strong support of AI innovation . 'Their great interest and support to the AI field has paid off, and this is just the start,' he told Gulf News, after receiving his award from Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Incredible: The world's toughest smartwatch designed for the military Indestructible Smartwatch Undo The challenge in the competition was to develop an AI-powered app suited to Dubai's fast-paced environment. Al Marzooqi explained to Gulf News, 'In a fast-paced, international city like Dubai, having real-time guidance and access to the right help can be life-saving.' His AI assistant app was designed with this in mind, helping users stay informed and safe when it matters most. The app can assist in situations ranging from lost passports to medical emergencies, providing users with the necessary support in the moments they need it. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Before entering the competition, Al Marzooqi meticulously studied past editions of the event, self-taught website building, and honed his skills through prompt engineering experiments. He credits his success to the world-class faculty and research opportunities at MBZUAI, Abu Dhabi. "MBZUAI has had a profound impact on my journey in AI. I was able to significantly build my prompt engineering skills," he said. The university also helped him discover the competition through its Career Services team. Live Events You Might Also Like: Dubai Chamber's new Bengaluru office signals strong focus on tech, AI: Experts The Global Prompt Engineering Championship saw contestants competing across four categories: arts, video, gaming, and coding. The event provided a platform for talented innovators like Al Marzooqi to showcase their AI capabilities on a global stage. Looking ahead, Al Marzooqi is eager to apply his skills to industries like healthcare and education. While he has yet to decide whether to turn his emergency response app into a start-up, he remains committed to contributing to the UAE's ambitious AI goals. 'I believe my skills can support the UAE's mission to harness AI for economic growth and social progress,' he added. As AI continues to evolve rapidly, Al Marzooqi's future in the field appears promising. With a growing interest in AI across industries, his next steps may just be the beginning of his journey toward making a lasting impact, reported Gulf News. You Might Also Like: India should develop infrastructure, be more open to foreign carriers: Dubai Airport CEO
Gulf News
27-04-2025
- Gulf News
Lost passport in Dubai or facing medical emergency? Emirati student creates winning AI solution
Dubai: Lost your passport in Dubai? Facing a sudden medical emergency? An Emirati student has designed an AI-powered app that could be a lifesaver – and it just won him a top award. Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi, a master's student at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi, clinched first place in the coding category at the Global Prompt Engineering Championship 2025 during the inaugural Dubai AI Week. His prizewinning creation is an intuitive AI emergency response assistant app that offers calm, real-time support for a range of crises – from lost travel documents to urgent medical help. The competition, featuring a Dh1 million prize pool split across arts, video, gaming, and coding, attracted more than 3,800 participants from more than 125 countries. Al Marzooqi did the UAE proud by securing top honours in the coding category and dedicated his award to the country's rulers. 'Their great interest and support to the AI field has paid off, and this is just the start,' he told Gulf News after being presented the award by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation. Cracking the code Finalists in the competition were challenged to develop an AI-powered emergency response app tailored for Dubai's fast-paced environment. 'In a fast-paced, international city like Dubai, having real-time guidance and access to the right help can be life-saving. The AI assistant was designed to provide immediate, accurate support, helping users stay safe and informed when it matters most,' said the student from MBZUAI – the world's first graduate-level, research-based artificial intelligence university. Before the competition, he studied past edition closely, taught himself how to build websites, and refined his skills through countless experiments in prompt engineering. Al Marzooqi credits MBZUAI's world-class faculty, cutting-edge research opportunities, and hands-on projects for sharpening his AI skills. 'MBZUAI has had a profound impact on my journey in AI. I was able to significantly build my prompt engineering skills. In fact, I applied for this championship through an announcement from the Career Services team at MBZUAI.' What's next? As for the future, Al Marzooqi plans to build a career in AI, applying his talents across industries like healthcare and education. Will he turn his emergency app into a startup? Maybe, but not just yet. 'This is of course an option, but at least not right now. It is also possible to develop new apps or start an AI company. However, I still did not decide.' One thing is certain: his journey is just beginning. 'I am excited by the UAE's bold vision to become a global leader in AI. I believe my skills can support the UAE's mission to harness AI for economic growth and social progress. I am also committed to ongoing learning, which I see as essential in such a fast-evolving field,' Al Marzooqi added.
