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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
AI is taking over UAE: From kitchens and traffic systems to healthcare and governance
The UAE embraces AI innovations shaping the future of everyday life/ Representative Image TL;DR Dubai launched a world-first system to label human vs AI-generated content. AI is now shaping everything from sports gear to traffic systems and healthcare The UAE is blending tech with everyday life, not just future planning. Dubai just became the first city in the world to roll out a formal system that tells you whether content was made by a human, a machine, or both. It's not just a label, it's a new way of thinking about transparency in the digital age. But this is only one piece of a much bigger picture. Across the UAE, artificial intelligence is quietly becoming part of daily life. It's helping design cycling helmets, manage traffic, assist in government decisions, and even plan your dinner. Unlike many countries that are still debating the risks of AI, the UAE is putting it to work in clear, controlled, and sometimes surprising ways. From a content labeling system to smart parking meters, here's how the UAE is building one of the most AI-integrated societies in the world. Dubai's Content Labeling System: A New Kind of Clarity On July 16, Dubai introduced the Human-Machine Collaboration Icons, a global-first system that shows who or what, made a piece of content. There are five main icons, each showing a different level of human and machine involvement. These range from 'All Human' to 'All Machine.' There are also nine additional tags that show where in the process the machine stepped in, things like data collection, writing, or visual design. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Were So Beautiful Before; Now Look At Them; Number 10 Will Shock You Reportingly Undo What's important here isn't just the icons, it's the message. This is Dubai saying: if machines are part of your creative process, be upfront about it. Not just this innovation, let's take a quick look at some of the recent AI developments across the UAE that show how the country is bringing artificial intelligence into many parts of daily life. AI in Real Life: Not Just Labs and Experiments 1. Sports: AI-Designed Gear at the Tour de France At this year's Tour de France, the UAE Team Emirates–XRG debuted a cycling helmet made using generative AI. The helmet wasn't just designed for looks. AI helped map airflow and friction, making the helmet lighter and faster. This came out of a collaboration between Abu Dhabi-based G42 and Italian helmet maker MET. 2. Traffic: No More Parking Meters In Abu Dhabi, a new AI-powered parking system means no more worrying about tickets or meters. Cameras and smart sensors track car movements, manage payments automatically, and help drivers find spots in real time. It's faster, easier, and requires no physical interaction. 3. Governance: AI Joins the UAE Cabinet Starting 2026, the UAE will add an AI advisory system to its federal cabinet. This isn't science fiction. The AI won't vote, but it will give data-backed advice, predict outcomes, and help fine-tune decisions. It's a move to bring speed and precision into government thinking. 4. Health: From Clinic Visits to WhatsApp Warnings Dubai's healthcare system is moving towards prevention. A new WhatsApp-based platform now lets people check their health risks from home. AI tools are monitoring heart rate, stress levels, and other indicators spotting issues early before symptoms appear. The Ministry of Health is also using virtual assistants and biometric tracking for wide-scale screening. 5. Food: AI Helps Design Restaurant Menus Opening soon in Dubai: a restaurant where the menu is designed by AI. 'Chef Aiman' isn't human, but it's trained in food science, sustainability, and global cuisines. Human chefs still do the cooking, but the AI handles creativity, pairing, and planning. Why It's Working: Slow, Focused, Real-Life Integration What's different about the UAE's approach is the quiet, steady rollout. Instead of flashy promises or hypothetical demos, they're putting AI into real places, helmets, traffic lights, chat apps, menus. There's also a strong focus on structure and transparency. Systems like the content classification icons show that the country wants AI to be understandable, not just useful. FAQs Q1: Why is Dubai labeling AI content? To make it clear whether content is made by people, machines, or both. It helps build trust and prevents confusion. Q2: How is AI being used in UAE health services? Through WhatsApp-based risk checks, virtual AI assistants, and biometric tools that monitor heart rate, stress, and more. Q3: Will AI replace government leaders in the UAE? No. The AI will act as an advisor, offering quick data analysis and feedback to help improve decisions.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
xAI explores data centre expansion in Saudi Arabia
Elon Musk's AI company xAI is reportedly in negotiations to secure data centre capacity in Saudi Arabia. This move is part of xAI's broader strategy to expand its infrastructure in regions known for offering affordable energy and favourable political conditions, sources told Bloomberg. The company is currently holding preliminary discussions with two potential partners. One is Humain, an AI firm backed by Saudi Arabia. The proposal is still in the early stages, with much of its promised infrastructure yet to be developed. The other proposal is from a company with a 200MW facility under construction. This makes the offer a more feasible option for xAI's immediate needs. In both scenarios, xAI aims to lease rather than own the data centre capacity to support its compute-intensive AI models. AI companies, including xAI, OpenAI, and Meta Platforms, are increasingly building or leasing large data centres to support the development and operation of AI models. These facilities require significant investment and consume large amounts of energy. Internally, Ross Nordeen, a founding member of xAI and a former Tesla employee, is spearheading the negotiations. This potential Saudi partnership reflects Musk's broader strategy of locating xAI infrastructure in areas with cheap power and ample capital. Musk has previously established a large data centre in Memphis and hinted at plans for another nearby. Additionally, xAI is considering data centre opportunities in the UAE and has been in contact with Abu Dhabi-based AI company G42. It is also exploring potential deals in African countries with lower energy and operational costs, sources told the publication. xAI recently secured $10bn in funding, equally divided between equity and debt. "xAI explores data centre expansion in Saudi Arabia" was originally created and published by Verdict, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Elon Musk's xAI Is in Talks to Lease Data Center Space in Saudi Arabia
Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is in early talks to lease data center space in Saudi Arabia. The goal is to expand the company's infrastructure into areas with low energy costs and strong political support. According to people familiar with the matter, xAI is speaking with two possible partners. One is Humain, a Saudi-backed AI company offering several gigawatts of capacity in the future. The other is a company currently building a 200-megawatt facility that could be ready much sooner. In both cases, xAI wouldn't own the facilities. Instead, it would lease space to power its AI models. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. Although Humain's proposal offers massive long-term potential, its facilities haven't been built yet. This makes the 200-megawatt facility a more realistic option in the near term. For reference, a facility with one gigawatt of power could use as much energy as 900,000 homes per year, according to Carbon Collective. Interestingly, former U.S. Energy Department official Kathryn Huff explained that as demand for power increases, companies will need to carefully balance energy costs with performance, which could possibly lead them to turn to countries with new nuclear infrastructure. Separately, xAI is also exploring deals in the UAE with Abu Dhabi-based AI firm G42, as well as in African countries where energy and labor costs are lower. Still, Saudi Arabia is the top candidate thanks to its wealth and access to specialized AI chips. The company has also recently raised $10 billion in funding and is preparing to raise more funds at a $200 billion valuation, as it continues to build its infrastructure, which includes a supercomputing hub called Colossus in Memphis. What Is the Prediction for Tesla Stock? When it comes to Elon Musk's companies, most of them are privately held. However, retail investors can invest in his most popular company, Tesla (TSLA). Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Hold consensus rating on TSLA stock based on 13 Buys, 13 Holds, and eight Sells assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. Furthermore, the average TSLA price target of $298.97 per share implies 7.1% downside risk.
Campaign ME
3 days ago
- Business
- Campaign ME
Krispy Kreme picks Magnitude Creative for Middle East strategy, creative
Krispy Kreme has appointed Magnitude Creative as its strategy and creative agency of record across the Middle East. The Abu Dhabi-based digital marketing and creative agency will now oversee brand communications for Krispy Kreme in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan. Magnitude Creative's scope of work covers more than 340 of Krispy Kreme's doughnut quick-service restaurants across the region, in partnership with Americana Restaurants – the regional operator for Krispy Kreme and more than 10 other global quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands. 'Our partnership with Magnitude is built on shared values, agility, and a deep commitment to building meaningful brand love across the region. It's energising to work with a team that's as obsessed with our brand as we are,' said Taheni Brahmia, Regional Head of Marketing at Krispy Kreme MEA. The creative agency claims this shared passion extends to crafting messaging that encapsulates originality and delight. To actualise this, Magnitude Creative claims it will bring the doughnut company's positioning 'Irresistibly Original Sweet Treat' to life through fully integrated and culturally resonant campaigns. 'There's something magical about a brand that sparks joy across generations,' said Philippe Berthelot, Managing Director at Magnitude Creative, on the account win. Finally, Berthelot said: 'We're proud to be the creative force behind such a deliciously iconic brand and thrilled to help Krispy Kreme deliver on its ambitious regional goals.' Prior to this, the account was with creative agency Grey in the region, where Berthelot tenured as Managing Director for three years before he moved to his current role at Magnitude Creative.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Abu Dhabi's Ocior Energy bags HPCL's 5,000-tonne green hydrogen deal
Abu Dhabi-based Ocior Energy has won the bid to supply 5,000 tonne of green hydrogen per year to Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited 's Visakhapatnam refinery in Andhra Pradesh, according to people familiar with the development. The green hydrogen project is to be set up on a build, own, operate basis for 25 years. Ocior Energy will manufacture green hydrogen at ₹328 a kg, excluding goods and services tax (GST). It is the second refinery after Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to conclude the tender. In May, L&T Energy Green Tech Ltd won the bid to build a 10,000 tonne per annum green hydrogen plant at IOCL's Panipat refinery in Haryana. L&T Energy Green Tech will supply green hydrogen to IOCL at ₹397 ($4.67) per kg with 18 per cent GST. HPCL 's winning bid is at a discount to the IOCL price of ₹336 a kg. HPCL and Ocior Energy did not reply to ET's emailed queries till press time. Ocior Energy produces and supplies green hydrogen and green ammonia by building, owning and operating green hydrogen and green ammonia facilities, including the renewable energy facilities needed to generate green fuels. It has executed projects in Asia, West Asia and the North African region. Currently it is executing green hydrogen and green ammonia plants in Gujarat and Odisha. For HPCL's GH2 project at Visakh refinery, more than eight companies had submitted bids. Jakson Green, which quoted a price of ₹345 per kg without GST, and L&T, which quoted a price of ₹393 a kg without GST, were the second lowest and third lowest bidders, respectively. ReNew and NTPC quoted a price of ₹469 a kg and ₹505 a kg, respectively. HPCL had invited bids in October 2024. The winning bidder has to construct the green hydrogen generation unit with electrolysers, power systems and purification units. Bids were evaluated based on the lowest quoted rate for green hydrogen supply . The winning bidder would also be required to conduct surveys to connect pipelines from the green hydrogen generation unit to the delivery point at HPCL's refinery. This includes acquiring rights of way and ensuring compatibility with HPCL's hydrogen distribution network . Bidders can, however, establish their own renewable energy projects to procure power through power purchase agreements to meet their energy needs. HPCL operates a 15 million tonnes per annum refinery at Visakhapatnam. Various units in the refinery consume grey hydrogen. The company intends to partly replace grey hydrogen with green hydrogen.
