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Mid East Info
5 days ago
- Science
- Mid East Info
Dubai launches world's first icon classification for Human–Machine Collaboration in research and publications
Classification system sets new standard for transparency in the age of AI-assisted knowledge creation Dubai-United Arab Emirates: Dubai has launched the world's first icon-based classification system to represent the level of human–machine collaboration in the process of producing research, publications, and public-facing content. Developed by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the Human–Machine Collaboration (HMC) Icons offer a new global standard for transparency, clearly indicating the extent to which humans and AI worked together throughout the creation process. The classification is free to use, copyrighted for consistency, and openly available for researchers, publishers, and content creators worldwide. His Highness 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 DFF, said: 'Distinguishing between human and AI-generated content has become a major challenge. That is why we have launched a new framework to define the level of collaboration between humans and machines across all forms of content. 'We invite researchers, writers, publishers, designers, and content creators around the world to adopt this new global classification system,' His Highness added. Unlike existing tools that focus on outputs or authorship, the HMC Icons focus on the process behind the work, from ideation and data analysis to writing, translation, and design. The system applies to academic papers, reports, visual content, and educational materials. The classification system features five core icons representing the degree of human–machine collaboration (from All Human to All Machine), as well as nine functional icons indicating which specific parts of the process a machine has contributed to. They are: ideation, literature review, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, writing, translation, visuals, and design. By using these icons, institutions and individuals can demonstrate responsible AI use, reinforce human leadership in research production, and foster greater trust in an era increasingly shaped by machine learning tools. The system was developed in response to a question raised in the 2024 edition of Dubai Future Foundation's Global 50 report: 'What if we had a Turing Declaration for human intelligence?' The HMC Icons present Dubai's answer: a practical framework that sets a new benchmark for research integrity and content transparency.
Web Release
5 days ago
- Science
- Web Release
Dubai launches world's first icon classification for Human–Machine Collaboration in research and publications
Dubai has launched the world's first icon-based classification system to represent the level of human–machine collaboration in the process of producing research, publications, and public-facing content. Developed by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the Human–Machine Collaboration (HMC) Icons offer a new global standard for transparency, clearly indicating the extent to which humans and AI worked together throughout the creation process. The classification is free to use, copyrighted for consistency, and openly available for researchers, publishers, and content creators worldwide. His Highness 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 DFF, said: 'Distinguishing between human and AI-generated content has become a major challenge. That is why we have launched a new framework to define the level of collaboration between humans and machines across all forms of content. 'We invite researchers, writers, publishers, designers, and content creators around the world to adopt this new global classification system,' His Highness added. Unlike existing tools that focus on outputs or authorship, the HMC Icons focus on the process behind the work, from ideation and data analysis to writing, translation, and design. The system applies to academic papers, reports, visual content, and educational materials. The classification system features five core icons representing the degree of human–machine collaboration (from All Human to All Machine), as well as nine functional icons indicating which specific parts of the process a machine has contributed to. They are: ideation, literature review, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, writing, translation, visuals, and design. By using these icons, institutions and individuals can demonstrate responsible AI use, reinforce human leadership in research production, and foster greater trust in an era increasingly shaped by machine learning tools. The system was developed in response to a question raised in the 2024 edition of Dubai Future Foundation's Global 50 report: 'What if we had a Turing Declaration for human intelligence?' The HMC Icons present Dubai's answer: a practical framework that sets a new benchmark for research integrity and content transparency. Download the icons and learn more at
Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai launches world's first icon classification for Human–machine collaboration in research and publications
Dubai-United Arab Emirates: Dubai has launched the world's first icon-based classification system to represent the level of human–machine collaboration in the process of producing research, publications, and public-facing content. Developed by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the Human–Machine Collaboration (HMC) Icons offer a new global standard for transparency, clearly indicating the extent to which humans and AI worked together throughout the creation process. The classification is free to use, copyrighted for consistency, and openly available for researchers, publishers, and content creators worldwide. His Highness 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 DFF, said: 'Distinguishing between human and AI-generated content has become a major challenge. That is why we have launched a new framework to define the level of collaboration between humans and machines across all forms of content. 'We invite researchers, writers, publishers, designers, and content creators around the world to adopt this new global classification system,' His Highness added. Unlike existing tools that focus on outputs or authorship, the HMC Icons focus on the process behind the work, from ideation and data analysis to writing, translation, and design. The system applies to academic papers, reports, visual content, and educational materials. The classification system features f ive core icons representing the degree of human–machine collaboration (from All Human to All Machine), as well as nine functional icons indicating which specific parts of the process a machine has contributed to. They are: ideation, literature review, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation, writing, translation, visuals, and design. By using these icons, institutions and individuals can demonstrate responsible AI use, reinforce human leadership in research production, and foster greater trust in an era increasingly shaped by machine learning tools. The system was developed in response to a question raised in the 2024 edition of Dubai Future Foundation's Global 50 report: 'What if we had a Turing Declaration for human intelligence?' The HMC Icons present Dubai's answer: a practical framework that sets a new benchmark for research integrity and content transparency.
IOL News
16-07-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Calling SA designers for the 2025 Durban Fashion Fair
The class of 2025 Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) mentees have been in training since March. They will be featured in the upcoming DFF showcase. Image: Supplied Designers from across South Africa are invited to showcase their talent, creativity, and flair on the runway at the annual Durban Fashion Fair. The eThekwini Municipality is calling on designers to apply for the opportunity to showcase their designs at the 14th Durban Fashion Fair (DFF). The DFF, which is one of Africa's most influential fashion events, will take place from 17 to 19 September at The Station Urban Event Space. The showcase is part of the City's broader commitment to developing the creative industry and empowering entrepreneurs in the fashion sector. This year's theme is 'The Awakening'. The event promises to shine the spotlight on bold creativity, while celebrating local talent and amplifying both new and established voices in the fashion space. Makhosi Ntshangase of Sista Fellas, a 2019 DFF mentee and rising star winner, said the DFF launched her career and was key to unlocking doors of opportunity for her. "I learned the business of fashion, networked, and eventually signed a consignment deal with Edgars. I encourage both emerging and established designers to seize this opportunity as it can elevate your brand,' said Ntshangase. Ntshangase and her sister Zamabhele, also a DFF alumna from 2018, opened a fashion school which was accredited by the Fibre Processing and Manufacturing SETA last year. Two of their students were in the top 10 of the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading Zama Gumede, founder of Zavior Fashion House, said the DFF has been part of her journey for 10 years. 'In 2020, I showcased a blue and white collection and was discovered by Icon Clothing who attended the DFF. They are a boutique located in Polokwane's Mall of the North. They have been one of my biggest clients since. This year I have already supplied them twice with large orders,' said Gumede. Mxolisi Mkhize, founder of House of St Luke, said he was scouted at the show last year to do the wardrobe and costume design for the Gospel Crown Awards. He was also commissioned to create 80 looks for Miss and Mr Durban University of Technology 2024. Thembo Ntuli, chairperson of the City's Economic Development and Planning Committee, said the City invests in fashion because it drives inclusive economic development and job creation. "The programme supports radical economic transformation by empowering emerging creatives. 'This year, 24 emerging designers have received training and mentorship since March, covering both creative and business aspects of fashion. These mentees will have the opportunity to showcase at the DFF in September,' said Ntuli. Interested designers can apply online via: before the closing date on July 31. SUNDAY TRIBUNE
RTÉ News
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
New scheme to assist Dublin Fringe Festival performers with accommodation
The Dublin Fringe Festival (DFF) has launched a pilot scheme to help performers with accommodation, with many of those travelling from outside the capital finding it increasingly difficult to secure a place to stay. DFF is a multidisciplinary arts festival that takes place every September giving performers of all kinds - from musicians to playwrights - a platform to showcase their work. However, many of them travelling from outside of Dublin say they are finding it increasingly difficult to secure affordable accommodation while gigging there. This year the festival has launched a "Digs List" initiative in an attempt to alleviate accommodation costs for artists who are coming from outside the city. Festival Director Bee Sparks explained that the scheme is now a necessity for many of their performers. " We work with a lot of artists and part of our remit is to support artists, not just from Dublin but from across the country, and also sometimes international artists who come and take part," she said. She added: "We're aware that housing in Dublin is really difficult. It can be really cost prohibitive for people to kind of take part in Fringe. We know it can be up to €2000 for one person to stay for a week. "We looked at what's happening in other countries like the UK, they have formalised digs lists, so we decided to kind of pilot this scheme to trial. "What it would be if we could create somewhere where people with spare rooms could connect with artists to try and alleviate that kind of financial burden a little bit." Belfast theatre maker Seón Simpson is one of the many performers who will be taking part in this year's festival. "The way Dublin is, people would be spending €200-€300 a night for half a bedroom, it doesn't make any sense. So something like this is perfect" She made her Dublin debut at the Fringe back in 2019 and now frequently travels to the capital to perform. However, she says that each year has become increasingly difficult for herself and her team to participate in the city's arts scene due to rising costs. "Every year we have noticed a really big increase in both transport costs and housing costs. Our last time we were here, we were here for the first fortnight of the festival and I think the cost of somewhere for us to stay in an apartment for our team had tripled." "It used to be 'last minute dot com' that we would have been able to book a hotel room. There was one night we got the Gresham Hotel for €40 which we have never been able to get since," she said. At the festival launch last Wednesday, performers past and present welcomed the new initiative. Whilst paying a fee for a spare room is nothing new, it's the first time the organisers have officially promoted the practice of Digs, making it easier for performers to participate at this year's event. "We're not doing it to make money out of it. We're doing it to be an open door and an open room for people that need a room when they come to Dublin to make work and make art" Musicians Ahmed Kareem Tamu and Darragh Abdera who are both performing at the DFF this year believe that the scheme will be beneficial for everyone in the industry. "As an artist, when you're going down and you're being looked after for the duration of your performance at a place, it really does just take a thing off the list to be worrying about" Mr Abdera explained. "The way Dublin is, people would be spending €200-€300 a night for half a bedroom, it doesn't make any sense. So something like this is perfect. It's giving a host an option to make a bit of money and then also giving somebody an inexpensive place to stay," said Mr Tamu. Jean Hally from Inchicore is one of the several Dubliners opening up her home to DFF performers this year. Having worked in the theatre industry for 15 years, she says she knows how difficult it can be to find affordable accommodation, which is why she and her partner John felt compelled to sign up to this year's Digs List. "We charge €50 a night which works at about €350 a week, and I think you would get a hotel in Dublin at the moment between €120 and €200 a night. "We're not doing it to make money out of it. We're doing it to be an open door and an open room for people that need a room when they come to Dublin to make work and make art and I think that that's much more important than making money out of it". Dublin Fringe Festival 2025 will run for two weeks and takes place from 6-21 September.
