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Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Saal.ai and Intertec Systems announce strategic collaboration
a cognitive technology company wholly owned by Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG), and a leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data innovation, has announced a strategic collaboration with Intertec Systems, a regionally recognized digital transformation and cybersecurity solutions provider, to jointly deliver cutting-edge AI and Big Data use cases across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. At the core of this partnership is DigiXT – a Made-in-UAE Big Data platform developed by Designed to meet the strategic needs of governments and enterprises in the region, DigiXT empowers clients to extract actionable insights from complex and large-scale data ecosystems while retaining full data sovereignty and operational control. What makes DigiXT uniquely valuable is its flexible deployment capability—it can be implemented both on-premises and on the cloud, giving organizations the confidence to align their digital initiatives with their specific security, compliance, and performance requirements. This level of control ensures that customers benefit from a powerful, scalable, and secure data foundation without compromising on regulatory expectations. The partnership leverages deep domain expertise in AI, machine learning, and data engineering, and combines it with Intertec Systems' strong regional presence, digital & cloud capabilities, and delivery excellence. Founded in 1991, Intertec Systems brings over three decades of success across sectors including public sector, healthcare, utilities, financial services, and enterprises. Vikraman Poduval, CEO of said: 'With DigiXT, we're not just delivering technology—we're enabling digital independence for the region. Intertec's strong local credibility and execution strength make them the ideal partner to scale this impact across the GCC.' For his part, Naresh Kothari, Managing Director, Intertec Systems added: 'This partnership with is a powerful step forward in delivering regionally developed, secure, and intelligent platforms. With digiXT, we aim to help our clients transform faster, smarter, and with greater control.' This collaboration represents a shared commitment to building future-ready digital capabilities, promoting regional innovation, and advancing data-driven transformation underpinned by strategic autonomy and technological excellence.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Securing The Future: How Big Data Can Solve The Data Privacy Paradox
Shinoy Vengaramkode Bhaskaran, Senior Big Data Engineering Manager, Zoom Communications Inc. As businesses continue to harness Big Data to drive innovation, customer engagement and operational efficiency, they increasingly find themselves walking a tightrope between data utility and user privacy. With regulations such as GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA tightening the screws on compliance, protecting sensitive data has never been more crucial. Yet, Big Data—often perceived as a security risk—may actually be the most powerful tool we have to solve the data privacy paradox. Modern enterprises are drowning in data. From IoT sensors and smart devices to social media streams and transactional logs, the information influx is relentless. The '3 Vs' of Big Data—volume, velocity and variety—underscore its complexity, but another 'V' is increasingly crucial: vulnerability. The cost of cyber breaches, data leaks and unauthorized access events is rising in tandem with the growth of data pipelines. High-profile failures, as we've seen at Equifax, have shown that privacy isn't just a compliance issue; it's a boardroom-level risk. Teams can wield the same technologies used to gather and process petabytes of consumer behavior to protect that information. Big Data engineering, when approached strategically, becomes a core enabler of robust data privacy and security. Here's how: Big Data architectures allow for precise access management at scale. By implementing RBAC at the data layer, enterprises can ensure that only authorized personnel access sensitive information. Technologies such as Apache Ranger or AWS IAM integrate seamlessly with Hadoop, Spark and cloud-native platforms to enforce fine-grained access control. This is not just a technical best practice; it's a regulatory mandate. GDPR's data minimization principle demands access restrictions that Big Data can operationalize effectively. Distributed data systems, by design, traverse multiple nodes and platforms. Without encryption in transit and at rest, they become ripe targets. Big Data platforms like Hadoop and Apache Kafka now support built-in encryption mechanisms. Moreover, data tokenization or de-identification allows sensitive information (like PII or health records) to be replaced with non-sensitive surrogates, reducing risk without compromising analytics. As outlined in my book, Hands-On Big Data Engineering, combining encryption with identity-aware proxies is critical for protecting data integrity in real-time ingestion and stream processing pipelines. You can't protect what you can't track. Metadata management tools integrated into Big Data ecosystems provide data lineage tracing, enabling organizations to know precisely where data originates, how it's transformed and who has accessed it. This visibility not only helps in audits but also strengthens anomaly detection. With AI-infused lineage tracking, teams can identify deviations in data flow indicative of malicious activity or unintentional exposure. Machine learning and real-time data processing frameworks like Apache Flink or Spark Streaming are useful not only for business intelligence but also for security analytics. These tools can detect unusual access patterns, fraud attempts, or insider threats with millisecond latency. For instance, a global bank implementing real-time fraud detection used Big Data to correlate millions of transaction streams, identifying anomalies faster than traditional rule-based systems could react. Compliance frameworks are ever-evolving. Big Data platforms now include built-in auditability, enabling automatic checks against regulatory policies. Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) for data pipelines allows for integrated validation layers that ensure data usage complies with privacy laws from ingestion to archival. Apache Airflow, for example, can orchestrate data workflows while embedding compliance checks as part of the DAGs (Directed Acyclic Graphs) used in pipeline scheduling. Moving data to centralized systems can increase exposure in sectors like healthcare and finance. Edge analytics, supported by Big Data frameworks, enables processing at the source. Companies can train AI models on-device with federated learning, keeping sensitive data decentralized and secure. This architecture minimizes data movement, lowers breach risk and aligns with the privacy-by-design principles found in most global data regulations. While Big Data engineering offers formidable tools to fortify security, we cannot ignore the ethical dimension. Bias in AI algorithms, lack of transparency in automated decisions and opaque data brokerage practices all risk undermining trust. Thankfully, Big Data doesn't have to be a liability to privacy and security. In fact, with the right architectural frameworks, governance models and cultural mindset, it can become your organization's strongest defense. Are you using Big Data to shield your future, or expose it? As we continue to innovate in an age of AI-powered insights and decentralized systems, let's not forget that data privacy is more than just protection; it's a promise to the people we serve. Forbes Technology Council is an invitation-only community for world-class CIOs, CTOs and technology executives. Do I qualify?
Zawya
28-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
‘Saal.ai' and ‘Intertec Systems' announce strategic collaboration to deliver big data and AI solutions across the GCC
Abu Dhabi, UAE – a cognitive technology company wholly owned by Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG), and a leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data innovation, has announced a strategic collaboration with Intertec Systems, a regionally recognized digital transformation and cybersecurity solutions provider, to jointly deliver cutting-edge AI and Big Data use cases across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. At the core of this partnership is DigiXT – a Made-in-UAE Big Data platform developed by Designed to meet the strategic needs of governments and enterprises in the region, DigiXT empowers clients to extract actionable insights from complex and large-scale data ecosystems while retaining full data sovereignty and operational control. What makes DigiXT uniquely valuable is its flexible deployment capability—it can be implemented both on-premises and on the cloud, giving organizations the confidence to align their digital initiatives with their specific security, compliance, and performance requirements. This level of control ensures that customers benefit from a powerful, scalable, and secure data foundation without compromising on regulatory expectations. The partnership leverages deep domain expertise in AI, machine learning, and data engineering, and combines it with Intertec Systems' strong regional presence, digital & cloud capabilities, and delivery excellence. Founded in 1991, Intertec Systems brings over three decades of success across sectors including public sector, healthcare, utilities, financial services, and enterprises. Vikraman Poduval, CEO of said: "With DigiXT, we're not just delivering technology—we're enabling digital independence for the region. Intertec's strong local credibility and execution strength make them the ideal partner to scale this impact across the GCC." For his part, Naresh Kothari, Managing Director, Intertec Systems added: "This partnership with is a powerful step forward in delivering regionally developed, secure, and intelligent platforms. With digiXT, we aim to help our clients transform faster, smarter, and with greater control." This collaboration represents a shared commitment to building future-ready digital capabilities, promoting regional innovation, and advancing data-driven transformation underpinned by strategic autonomy and technological excellence. About a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG), is a prominent leader in AI-cognitive solutions, helping businesses across various industries improve operational efficiency and drive innovation. With a suite of UAE-developed products and platforms—including DigiXT, Academy X, Dataprism360, and Market Hub—SAAL offers tailored solutions designed to drive digital transformation in sectors like defence, healthcare, oil and gas, smart cities and education. With a vision to unlock exponential growth and improve lives, is dedicated to harnessing the power of AI to help organizations streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and create more meaningful, compassionate futures for all. About Intertec Systems: Intertec Systems is empowering organizations to reimagine business outcomes through innovation, transformation, and trusted partnerships. Since 1991, Intertec Systems has been at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge technology services and digital solutions across the Middle East and India. Specializing in digitalization, cloud, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, artificial Intelligence, asset performance, business applications, and managed services, we enable businesses to achieve strategic goals and unlock new possibilities. With multi-country delivery centres, over 50 technology alliances, and expertise spanning diverse industries—including the public sector, healthcare, banking, insurance, utilities, and enterprises—we ensure impactful, industry-specific outcomes. Driven by high employee engagement, mature processes, and strong corporate governance, our 90% client satisfaction score reflects our commitment to excellence.
Zawya
23-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Presight empowers the UAE's AI-Native Government Vision as Digital Transformation Partner of the Digital Readiness Retreat 2025
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Presight, a UAE leading global big data analytics company powered by AI, marked a successful engagement as the official Digital Transformation Partner at the Digital Readiness Retreat 2025, held on Thursday 22 May, at the Grand Hyatt Dubai. Organized by the UAE Higher Committee for Government Digital Transformation – under the leadership of H.E Ohood Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future – the flagship forum brought together more than 1,000 public sector officials from more than 50 government entities to accelerate the UAE's transformation into the world's first AI-native government. Presight reaffirmed its position as the national enabler of sovereign AI by showcasing its strategic contributions across sectors including government, energy, finance, public safety, and mobility. As a home-grown champion of AI and digital transformation, Presight plays a pivotal role in deploying advanced AI technologies that drive operational efficiency, improve citizen experiences, and enable data-driven policymaking. Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight, shared: 'Our role as the official Digital Transformation Partner at the Digital Readiness Retreat 2025 is not just a title – it reflects our unwavering commitment to the UAE's visionary ambition of building the world's first AI-native government. We're honored to be at the forefront of this national journey, driving forward sovereign AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency, elevate citizen services, and future-proof public institutions. 'At Presight, we believe that Applied Intelligence is the key to unlocking transformative change. It's about harnessing the power of AI and data not just to inform decisions, but to embed intelligence into every layer of government operations, making them adaptive, responsive, and resilient. The milestones we have achieved to date – from saving millions of labor hours to enabling 100% automation across critical workflows, are just the beginning. 'As we look ahead, we remain committed to establishing deep collaboration with Ministries and government stakeholders, ensuring that the UAE continues to lead globally in the responsible, sovereign application of AI for the public good.' At the event, Thomas Pramotedham delivered a keynote address titled 'Applied Intelligence – A Pathway to Building AI-Native Government Services,' in which he emphasized that the future of AI is not about how much of the technology is adopted, but about how much intelligence is applied and institutionalized across government. He called on government leaders to adopt a mindset shift – from viewing AI as a tool, to embedding intelligence as a foundational design principle for public services. Martin Yates, Government Technology Advisor of Presight, also hosted a workshop on 'Navigating Digital Transformation Change for All of Government,' addressing the roadmap to seamless integration of AI across Ministries. The Digital Readiness Retreat reaffirmed Presight's critical role in supporting the nation's digital transformation agenda. As an advocate for transforming public services through sovereign AI infrastructure, Presight is proud to serve UAE government entities with access to cutting-edge and world-leading advanced technology – made in the UAE. About Presight Presight is an ADX-listed public company with Abu Dhabi based G42 as its majority shareholder and is the UAE's leading global big data analytics company powered by AI. It combines big data, analytics, and AI expertise to serve every sector, of every scale, to create business and positive societal impact. Presight excels at all-source data interpretation to support insight-driven decision-making that shapes policy and creates safer, healthier, happier, and more sustainable societies. Today, through its range of AI-driven products and solutions, Presight is bringing Applied Intelligence to the private and public sector, enabling them to realize their AI strategy and ambitions faster.
Newsweek
08-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
Donald Trump's Most Favorable Poll Notes Collapse in Approval Rating
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. President Donald Trump's approval rating has declined, according to a new poll. While Trump's net approval rating is slightly positive at 0.6, there has been a sharp decline in the percentage of those who said they approved of the president, Big Data Poll showed. Why It Matters Trump recently adopted policies that have split opinions, including implementing then pausing tariffs on trading partners and signing a flurry of wide-ranging executive orders. Negative polling could affect Trump's reputation, bolster his opposition or persuade him to change his policies. President Donald Trump speaks before David Perdue is sworn in as U.S. Ambassador to China during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House on May 7, 2025, in Washington. President Donald Trump speaks before David Perdue is sworn in as U.S. Ambassador to China during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House on May 7, 2025, in Washington. AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein What To Know The May 5 poll found that 48 percent approve of Trump, while 47.4 percent disapprove. In January, when Trump embarked on his second term in the White House, 55.5 percent approved while 37.4 percent disapproved for a +18 net favorability rating. The May poll was of 3,128 registered voters. The margin of error was plus or minus 1.8 percentage points. The January poll was of 2,969 registered voters and had the same margin of error. It comes amid a torrent of negative polling about Trump. A Navigator Research poll conducted April 24-28 found that Trump's net approval on the economy had dropped to -16, with just 40 percent approving and 56 percent disapproving. Meanwhile, according to a TIPP Insights poll conducted between April 30 and May 2 among 1,400 adults, Trump's approval rating among conservative voters has dropped from 77 percent in early April to 72 percent. However, other polls have suggested that Trump's approval rating has rebounded, with a Newsweek poll tracker showing that while it is net negative, the percentage of those who disapprove of the president has decreased since last week. The Big Data Poll also found that 52.9 percent of Hispanic voters, a group that was key to Trump's election victory in November, still approve of the president. In January, 53 percent approved of Trump. What People Are Saying William F. Hall, an adjunct professor of political science and business at Webster University in St. Louis, told Newsweek: "President Trump's current poll numbers as indicated recently by Big Data analyses, are reflecting a significant degree of volatility and fluctuation, especially since his re-election and re-assumption of the presidency in January 2025. "President Trump's performance with the economy is struggling and under intense scrutiny and will have to rebound, rather sooner than later, if either his favorability or approval ratings are to survive further even decline." Big Data Poll Director Rich Baris: "This dramatic of a decline is not entirely surprisingly given our last quarterly survey measured President Trump during the honeymoon phase of his second term. But all honeymoons come to an end, and it's safe to say this one has, as well. "Party loyalty has a habit of regaining strength and concerns replace optimism." President Donald Trump, on Truth Social: "TRUMP'S BEST POLL NUMBERS, EVER. THANK YOU!" though did not say which poll he was referring to. What Happens Next Sustained negative polling could impact the Republican Party's performance in the midterms in November 2026.
