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What's On
16-05-2025
- Business
- What's On
Abu Dhabi is going to become a massive AI hub
The announcement was made during the US President's visit this week… In addition to a series of fruitful agreements signed between the UAE and US during President Donald Trump's visit to Abu Dhabi this week – including an order for 28 Boeing Dreamliner and twin-engine 777X jets by national carrier Etihad Airways – it was announced that both countries would partner to build a massive AI complex in Abu Dhabi. According to verified reports, the new technology hub will be powered by 5-gigawatts and shall serve as a massive data centre, resulting in Abu Dhabi playing host to the largest data centre deployment outside of the US – spanning over 25 square kilometres. Let that sink in. UAE President welcomes US President Donald Trump at the Presidential airport | Photo credit: Emirates News Agency (WAM) While the US has long enjoyed its status as the tech centre of the world, this new initiative in partnership with one of the, if not the fastest developing countries in the world, the UAE, will bolster that might. It's no secret that Abu Dhabi and the UAE are well on their way towards becoming a regional and global AI and technological force, and this partnership is a clear example of how the nation plans to get there. Abu Dhabi is also working to become the world's first fully AI-native government across all digital services – in the next two years – as outlined in the Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027 on the Department of Government Enablement's official page. Initiatives such as the introduction, evolution and AI-powered advancement of the TAMM digital app have contributed greatly. The sky's the limit for the UAE capital, and recent announcements such as Disney Abu Dhabi are a testament to the city's hyperdevelopment that's underway during these exciting times. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Al Etihad
24-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE to become first country to utilise AI in writing laws
25 Apr 2025 00:20 KHALED AL KHAWALDEH (ABU DHABI) The UAE is set to become the first country to actively use AI to help write and review new and existing legislation. The landmark initiative will further solidify the country as a leading practitioner of emerging technology and could possibly serve as a case study for the rest of the world. The new programme will fall under the umbrella of the newly formed 'Regulatory Intelligence Office', which was approved by the Cabinet on April 14. It seeks to create a singular body to integrate AI into every stage of lawmaking, using data to analyse the effectiveness of new and existing legislation. 'The new system will allow us to track the daily impact of laws on our people and economy using large-scale data, and it will regularly suggest updates to our legislation,' His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said in a statement. 'The system will be linked to leading global research centres to follow the best international policies and legislative practices, adapting them to suit the UAE's unique circumstances,' His Highness added. The move is a continuation of the UAE Government's world-leading push to become a centre for both the implementation and development of AI. Having launched its AI Strategy 2031 and appointed the world's first Minister of AI, the UAE Government is looking to lead by example by utilising emerging technologies across its functions. As part of Dubai AI Week, the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) on Thursday released a report detailing 15 use cases across government that have already yielded substantial efficiency gains. In one case, an existing programme managed to see a 300% increase in the recovery of lost items. Another recorded a 94.6% improvement in the accuracy of multilingual government digital texts and transcripts, while some other case witnessed an 85% boost in real estate valuation accuracy.'We are building a comprehensive platform that unites the public and private sectors with academia to develop and deploy AI solutions, shape enabling policies and legislation, raise awareness, and spread knowledge,' said Saeed Al Falasi, Director of report included key research that detailed how AI could be further implemented to improve urban environments, healthcare, operational and logistical costs as well as customer satisfaction. It forecast that by making these changes, the Dubai Government can radically reduce its overhead by 70%, improve results and help usher in an industry that could make up to14% of the UAE's GDP by 2030. In Abu Dhabi, a strategy has been set to create an AI-powered government, based on an announcement early this year. With an investment of Dh13 billion in innovations for 2025-2027, the emirate seeks to build the world's first fully AI-native government across all digital services in two years. The 'Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027' aims to establish a robust digital infrastructure, creating a flexible and scalable foundation to achieve 100% adoption of sovereign cloud computing for government operations and digitising and automating 100% of processes, according to the announcement in January. The transition to AI integration is not without its costs, with the UAE leading the world in AI investment both domestically and abroad. A recent report by Boston Consulting Group found that the country led the region in AI preparedness due to its substantive infrastructure both existing and under development, including 35 Data Centres already in operation. Moreover, the report found that the UAE had succeeded in attracting almost 7000 AI specialists to help implement the transition although it warned that talent could be a constraint going forward.
TECHx
19-03-2025
- Business
- TECHx
TECHx Media Abu Dhabi, Microsoft & G42 Partner on AI Cloud
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE) has signed a multi-year agreement with Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specializing in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and digital services. This strategic partnership aims to enhance government services through AI-driven digital transformation and the implementation of a sovereign cloud system. The agreement was formalized in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council, and Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority and member of the council. It was signed by Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of DGE, Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, and Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42. The sovereign cloud system will process over 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, residents, businesses, and investors. This initiative is part of Abu Dhabi's vision to become the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027, reinforcing the emirate's leadership in AI adoption, cloud computing, and digital governance. The partnership aligns with the Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027, which includes an AED 13 billion (US$3.54 billion) investment in digital infrastructure to accelerate automation, streamline government processes, and improve public service efficiency. Ahmed Al Kuttab highlighted the significance of the partnership, stating that technology can redefine how governments serve people, making services more efficient, intuitive, and impactful. He emphasized that integrating Microsoft's cloud expertise, G42's AI capabilities, and the government's strategic vision will create a transformative platform for government services. Satya Nadella reaffirmed Microsoft's commitment to AI-driven governance, noting that AI will revolutionize government operations, and Abu Dhabi is setting a global benchmark for AI adoption in the public sector. As part of the digital transformation strategy, Abu Dhabi aims to automate 100% of its government processes, leveraging over 200 AI-driven solutions to enhance service delivery, increase operational productivity, and drive sustainability. Innovations like TAMM 3.0, the emirate's one-stop government services platform, have already reduced offline visits by 90% and enabled 73% of transactions to be completed instantly. The partnership will further accelerate the adoption of AI and cloud solutions, ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient interactions between the government and its stakeholders. Peng Xiao emphasized Core42's role in supporting Abu Dhabi's AI vision, stating that the company's Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Azure and enhanced by the Insight platform, will enable government entities to maintain data sovereignty while harnessing hyperscale AI innovation. This initiative represents a significant milestone in AI-driven governance, setting a new standard for digital government transformation on a global scale. By integrating AI, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure, the Abu Dhabi Government, Microsoft, and Core42 are strengthening the emirate's position as a global leader in AI-powered governance. This collaboration underscores Abu Dhabi's commitment to leveraging advanced technology to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in government services, shaping the future of digital governance and public sector innovation.
Channel Post MEA
19-03-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Abu Dhabi Signs Sovereign Cloud Agreement With G42 And Microsoft
The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi (DGE), on behalf of the Abu Dhabi Government, has announced a significant agreement with Microsoft and Core42, a G42 company specialising in sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure and digital services, to implement a sovereign cloud system that unlocks increasing efficiencies and innovations in the provision of government services. The multi-year agreement between the Abu Dhabi Government, Microsoft, and Core42 was made in the presence of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council, and Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority and member of the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council. The partnership was entered into by Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi, Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, and Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42. The agreement will create a unified, high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment capable of processing more than 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. Ahmed Al Kuttab said, 'Technology has the power to transform how governments interact with people, making services more efficient, intuitive, and impactful. This partnership is a critical milestone in our digital transformation. By combining Microsoft's cloud technologies, G42's AI expertise, and the Government's strategic vision, we are helping to enable a powerful platform that will redefine government services.' The Abu Dhabi Government's ambition is to enable the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027 that is underscored by a commitment to multiple goals: enhancing government services to be more efficient and accessible for citizens and residents, creating greater transparency and security for businesses and investors, and fostering a more resilient and innovative environment for the public sector workforce. Satya Nadella said, 'AI will transform how governments operate and serve their citizens everywhere, and Abu Dhabi is leading the way. Through our partnership with the Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi and G42, we are setting a standard for AI adoption in the public sector, as we help Abu Dhabi become the world's first AI-native government.' Abu Dhabi aims to automate 100 percent of its government processes, supported by AED13 billion (US$3.54 billion) investment in digital infrastructure through the Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027. The Strategy will see amongst many things, over 200 AI-driven solutions deployed to improve public service delivery, boost operational productivity, and contribute to environmental sustainability. This is reflected in innovations such as TAMM 3.0, Abu Dhabi's one-stop government services app, which has reduced the number of offline customer visits by 90% and made more than 73% of transactions instantaneous. Peng Xiao added, 'This agreement marks a pivotal step in G42's commitment to supporting Abu Dhabi's vision of becoming the world's first fully AI-native government. Core42's Sovereign Public Cloud, powered by Azure and enhanced by our sovereign controls platform, Insight, enables government entities to maintain data sovereignty while harnessing hyperscale innovation. This initiative goes beyond a technological leap; it is a commitment to building a resilient, future-ready digital infrastructure for AI modernisation across Abu Dhabi government entities and sets a global benchmark for innovation.' This collaboration between the Abu Dhabi Government, Microsoft, and G42 reveals the potential of strategic digital transformation to help governments operate more efficiently and responsively. By implementing AI and sovereign cloud technologies, this reinforces the emirate's commitment to enabling a responsible AI-powered future that fosters innovation and delivers people-centric services aligned with the highest global standards. 0 0
ARN News Center
19-03-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
Abu Dhabi agrees multi-year Microsoft-G42 partnership
Abu Dhabi government has partnered with Microsoft, and Core42, a G42 company, for a multi-year partnership to implement AI-backed cloud system aimed at improving government service efficiency. The partnership will see the creation of a unified, high-performance sovereign cloud computing environment capable of processing more than 11 million daily digital interactions between Abu Dhabi Government entities, citizens, residents, and businesses. His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser, witnessed the signing of the landmark agreement between Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42, and Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi government's ambition is to enable the world's first fully AI-native government by 2027. It aims to automate 100 per cent of its government processes, supported by AED13 billion ($3.54 billion) investment in digital infrastructure through the Abu Dhabi Government Digital Strategy 2025-2027. The Strategy will see amongst many things, over 200 AI-driven solutions deployed to improve public service delivery, boost operational productivity, and contribute to environmental sustainability. This is reflected in innovations such as TAMM 3.0, Abu Dhabi's one-stop government services app, which has reduced the number of offline customer visits by 90 per cent and made more than 73 per cent of transactions instantaneous. "AI will transform how governments operate and serve their citizens everywhere, and Abu Dhabi is leading the way," highlighted Nadella, adding that the partnership will "set a standard for AI adoption in the public sector... and help Abu Dhabi become the world's first AI-native government". Ahmed Al Kuttab added that the partnership "is a critical milestone in our digital transformation. By combining Microsoft's cloud technologies, G42's AI expertise, and the Government's strategic vision, we are helping to enable a powerful platform that will redefine government services". Sheikh Tahnoon, who is in the US on an official visit, also held talks with US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. In a post on social media platform X, Sheikh Tahnoon confirmed that the talks looked at further strengthening cooperation in the economic, financial, and advanced technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, energy and infrastructure. "We also addressed the developments associated with these areas and explored ways to further strengthen them," he wrote. Today, I met with the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, @SecScottBessent, where we discussed avenues for mutual cooperation in the economic, financial, and advanced technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, energy and infrastructure, between the UAE and the US. We… — Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (@hhtbzayed) March 18, 2025
