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Khaleej Times
22-04-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai AI Festival kicks off to accelerate global dialogue on artificial intelligence
The second edition of Dubai AI Festival begins today, continuing the momentum of Dubai AI Week. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, the Festival reinforces Dubai's position as a global hub for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Backed by co-hosts Dubai Future Foundation and DAMAC, and Founding Partner Al Fardan Exchange, the festival aims to accelerate AI's global integration — expected to contribute $15.7 trillion to the economy by 2030. Over the next two days, the festival will host more than 8,000 leaders, 500 investors, and 100 speakers from over 100 countries. Organised by Dubai AI Campus in partnership with DIFC and the UAE Minister of State for AI, the event brings together key players to explore AI's transformative potential across sectors such as finance, healthcare, sustainability, and the future of work. Discussions will be shaped by eight core themes: AI for all, global AI governance, immersive experiences, innovation and ethics, AI cornerstone, AI literacy, infrastructure and investment, and the future of work, addressing both opportunities and challenges across industries and society. The Exhibition Arena will showcase AI-powered solutions from leading companies and start-ups through live demos, product launches, and interactive activations spanning finance, mobility, education, and more. Key side events include the FutureTech World Cup Grand Finale, featuring top AI start-ups; FutureTech Launchpad, a stage for breakthrough research and policy; FutureTech Innovation Programme, highlighting student-led AI solutions; and FutureTech Youth Festival, engaging over 500 UAE students in hands-on learning. The FutureTech Jobs initiative also offers over 150 roles across AI, tech, and data. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence will offer insights into the nation's AI vision. Other notable speakers include Dr Werner Vogels (Amazon), Joseph Bradley (TONOMUS), Dr Avinash Ramtohul (Mauritius), Prof. Jong-ho Lee (Former Minister, Science and ICT, Korea), Salem Al Marri (DG, Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre), Hasan Fardan Al Fardan (CEO, Al Fardan Exchange), Younus Al Nasser (CEO, Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, DDE) Gevorg Mantashyan (first deputy Prime Minister), and Suzan Kereere (president, Global Markets, PayPal). For those joining today, this is a unique opportunity to engage with visionaries, explore the latest innovations, and help shape the future of AI.
Arabian Business
31-03-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Al Fardan Exchange
Al Fardan Exchange UAE Eid holiday dates, Dubai Metro station renamed, real estate analysis, free zone rules updated and more top news stories this week Al Fardan Exchange Dubai Metro's Al Khail Metro Station has been renamed Abu Dhabi The agreement also aims to educate and train 5,000 citizens at the Al Fardan Exchange Training Institute Al Fardan Exchange Under the new agreement, 100 Emirati students and alumni-a-month will be offered free online training programs in anti-money laundering, identifying fake currencies, and risk management Al Fardan Exchange Convenience of sending money virtually may be offset in countries without a developed financial infrastructure, according to Al Fardan Exchange CEO
Campaign ME
19-03-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
RTA grants naming rights to Al Fardan Exchange of Al Khail metro station
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed an agreement granting Al Fardan Exchange the naming rights for Al Khail Metro Station, which will now be known as Al Fardan Exchange Metro Station. This naming rights agreement presents a valuable branding opportunity for Al Fardan Exchange, leveraging Dubai Metro's prime locations to enhance brand visibility and enable direct engagement with a diverse commuter base. As part of this agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will receive exclusive brand representation, complemented by a suite of advanced technologies and smart solutions. This will enhance brand visibility and create a seamless, interactive experience, facilitating meaningful engagement between brands and consumers within the metro station environment. Abdul Muhsen Kalbat, CEO of the Rail Agency at RTA, expressed his delight in signing the agreement with one of the country's leading financial services providers, describing it as a pivotal and dynamic step toward establishing a long-term, mutually beneficial economic partnership between RTA and Al Fardan Exchange. Kalbat stated: 'The metro station naming rights initiative is a cornerstone of public-private partnerships, with RTA representing the public sector and Al Fardan Exchange the private sector. Our visionary government strongly advocates such collaborations to drive national economic growth and promote diversification, which also paves the way for the private sector to align with the government's vision in this regard.' 'Dubai Metro station's naming rights initiative has been a resounding success since its launch. RTA remains committed to fostering robust partnerships with the private sector, recognising its crucial role in driving economic, commercial, and service sector growth at all levels. This successful public-private partnership model facilitates knowledge exchange, expertise sharing, and job creation across multiple industries,' Kalbat added. Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO at Al Fardan Exchange, stated: 'We are proud to partner with RTA to secure the naming rights for a key station in Dubai's Metro system. As a company with deep roots in Emirati heritage and a forward-looking vision for the future, we see this partnership as a perfect reflection of our values. Public transportation is the lifeline of any modern city, and Dubai's metro system is a testament to the emirate's innovative approach to urban mobility.' 'At Al Fardan Exchange, our mission has always been to empower individuals by providing seamless financial solutions. With millions of commuters relying on the metro daily, this partnership allows us to further support and engage with our customers in a meaningful way. We look forward to working closely with RTA to enhance the passenger experience while strengthening our connection to the community we have proudly served for generations,' he mentioned. Effective media campaigns and immersive brand experiences generate mutual value for both brands and metro passengers. Through this exclusive agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will leverage the strategic location of one of Dubai's most iconic landmarks – Dubai Metro – to maximise brand exposure and elevate consumer engagement. Metro riders will also benefit from a comprehensive range of cutting-edge smart solutions seamlessly integrated within Dubai Metro's advanced network. From April to the end of June 2025, RTA will be updating and renaming the station names on the external as well as the indoor directional signages for all Metro Stations. The new name will also be updated on the digital smart systems and RTA's public transport apps along with the onboard audio announcements before and at the time of arriving at the station. RTA calls upon the metro riders to note this change of name of the station. In the meantime, passengers can request assistance from RTA's teams at the stations to give further details.
Gulf Business
19-03-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Dubai's RTA renames Al Khail Metro Station
Image credit: WAM The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has granted Al Fardan Exchange the naming rights for the Al Khail Metro Station. Read- How will the agreement benefit Al Fardan Exchange? As part of the agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will also receive exclusive brand representation, along with a suite of advanced technologies and smart solutions. This will help enhance the entity's brand visibility and create a seamless, interactive experience, fostering meaningful engagement between brands and consumers as they commute to or through the metro station. 'We are proud to partner with the RTA to secure the naming rights for a key station in Dubai's Metro system. As a company with deep roots in Emirati heritage and a forward-looking vision for the future, we see this partnership as a perfect reflection of our values. Public transportation is the lifeline of any modern city, and Dubai's metro system is a testament to the emirate's innovative approach to urban mobility,' stated Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO of Al Fardan Exchange. Through this exclusive agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will be able to leverage one of the most strategic locations on the Dubai Metro. Not only will the company maximize brand exposure and elevate consumer engagement, but commuters will also benefit from a comprehensive range of cutting-edge smart solutions seamlessly integrated within the Dubai Metro's advanced network. Abdul Muhsen Kalbat, CEO of the Rail Agency at the RTA, described the signing of the agreement as a pivotal step toward establishing a long-term, mutually beneficial economic partnership between the RTA and Al Fardan Exchange. 'The metro station naming rights initiative is a cornerstone of public-private partnerships, with the RTA representing the public sector and Al Fardan Exchange the private sector. Our visionary government strongly advocates such collaborations to drive national economic growth and promote diversification, which also paves the way for the private sector to align with the government's vision,' Kalbat said, expressing his delight at the signing of the agreement. RTA to rename several metro stations in Dubai Dubai's RTA will update and rename the station names on both the external and indoor directional signage for all metro stations, from April to June 2025. The new names will be updated on the digital smart systems and RTA's public transport apps, along with onboard audio announcements prior to and upon arrival at the stations.
Zawya
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai's RTA grants naming rights to Al Fardan Exchange of Al Khail Metro Station
DUBAI – Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed an agreement granting Al Fardan Exchange the naming rights for Al Khail Metro Station, which will now be known as Al Fardan Exchange Metro Station. This naming rights agreement presents a valuable branding opportunity for Al Fardan Exchange, leveraging Dubai Metro's prime locations to enhance brand visibility and enable direct engagement with a diverse commuter base. As part of this agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will receive exclusive brand representation, complemented by a suite of advanced technologies and smart solutions. This will enhance brand visibility and create a seamless, interactive experience, facilitating meaningful engagement between brands and consumers within the metro station environment. Abdul Muhsen Kalbat, CEO of the Rail Agency at RTA, expressed his delight in signing the agreement with one of the country's leading financial services providers, describing it as a pivotal and dynamic step toward establishing a long-term, mutually beneficial economic partnership between RTA and Al Fardan Exchange. Kalbat stated: "The metro station naming rights initiative is a cornerstone of public-private partnerships, with RTA representing the public sector and Al Fardan Exchange the private sector. Our visionary government strongly advocates such collaborations to drive national economic growth and promote diversification, which also paves the way for the private sector to align with the government's vision in this regard." "Dubai Metro station's naming rights initiative has been a resounding success since its launch. RTA remains committed to fostering robust partnerships with the private sector, recognising its crucial role in driving economic, commercial, and service sector growth at all levels. This successful public-private partnership model facilitates knowledge exchange, expertise sharing, and job creation across multiple industries,' Kalbat added. Hasan Fardan Al Fardan, CEO at Al Fardan Exchange, stated: 'We are proud to partner with RTA to secure the naming rights for a key station in Dubai's Metro system. As a company with deep roots in Emirati heritage and a forward-looking vision for the future, we see this partnership as a perfect reflection of our values. Public transportation is the lifeline of any modern city, and Dubai's metro system is a testament to the emirate's innovative approach to urban mobility.' 'At Al Fardan Exchange, our mission has always been to empower individuals by providing seamless financial solutions. With millions of commuters relying on the metro daily, this partnership allows us to further support and engage with our customers in a meaningful way. We look forward to working closely with RTA to enhance the passenger experience while strengthening our connection to the community we have proudly served for generations,' he mentioned. Effective media campaigns and immersive brand experiences generate mutual value for both brands and metro passengers. Through this exclusive agreement, Al Fardan Exchange will leverage the strategic location of one of Dubai's most iconic landmarks—Dubai Metro—to maximise brand exposure and elevate consumer engagement. Metro riders will also benefit from a comprehensive range of cutting-edge smart solutions seamlessly integrated within Dubai Metro's advanced network. From April to the end of June 2025, RTA will be updating and renaming the station names on the external as well as the indoor directional signages for all Metro Stations. The new name will also be updated on the digital smart systems and RTA's public transport apps along with the onboard audio announcements before and at the time of arriving at the station.
