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Hi Dubai
19-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Police Strengthens Global Forensic Ties with Eight Strategic MoUs
Dubai Police has signed eight key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with top global tech firms and academic institutions, aiming to boost collaboration in forensic science, AI applications, and criminal research. The agreements were formalised during the World Police Summit 2025, held under the theme 'Beyond the Badge: Envision the Next Era of Policing.' The signing was led by the General Department of Forensic Science and Criminology, highlighting Dubai Police's push to stay at the forefront of forensic innovation. Partners include Middlesex University Dubai and the European Forensics Institute for academic research, Axis Communications for biometric fingerprint technology, and Grammatech for AI-driven visual analysis. JAMF will support mobile malware investigations, while Speech Technology Centre Ltd. will assist in advancing digital voice forensics. MGI Tech and FGI Forensic Genomics International will collaborate on cutting-edge DNA analysis. Major General Ahmad Thani bin Ghalita, Director of the department, said the MoUs reflect a strategic vision to integrate advanced technologies and research into the force's forensic operations. 'These collaborations represent a strategic move to stay ahead of the curve by leveraging scientific research, innovation, and advanced technology to reinforce our forensic capabilities,' he stated. He added that working with both academic and private sector leaders supports Dubai Police's mission to achieve global excellence in specialised policing. The move marks a significant step in Dubai Police's long-term strategy to lead in forensic science and criminal investigation on an international scale. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
06-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubailand records AED26.2bln in off-plan real estate transactions over the last year
Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Dubailand has recorded AED 26.2 billion with over 9,000 units sold in off-plan real estate transactions over the past 12 months, reaffirming its position as one of Dubai's most dynamic and sought-after residential destinations. The transaction data reflects strong and sustained demand, fueled by Dubailand's strategic connectivity, diverse community offerings, and long-term investment potential. Dubailand's central location, with direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, provides residents with easy connectivity across central Dubai. The community is located just 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport and offers close proximity to major entertainment and leisure attractions such as IMG Worlds of Adventure, Global Village, Al Habtoor Polo Resort, and even easy access to iconic city landmarks like the Museum of the Future and Burj Khalifa. Spanning over three million square feet, Dubailand is divided into several distinct districts, creating a "city within a city" that caters to a wide range of lifestyles. From theme parks and eco-tourism projects to bustling shopping malls and serene residential neighborhoods, Dubailand offers a complete urban experience. Families benefit from the community's proximity to Academic City, home to some of Dubai's leading universities and educational institutions including Middlesex University Dubai, De Montfort University, and University of Birmingham, ensuring excellent options for higher education. Residents also enjoy convenient access to healthcare facilities, daily essentials, and a wide array of sports and leisure venues. Continuing to build on this momentum, LEOS Developments is preparing to introduce the fifth edition of its highly successful Weybridge Gardens collection in Dubailand. Following the strong performance of the four previous editions, all located within Dubailand, LEOS is excited to expand its British design-driven, lifestyle-focused community offering in an area that is aligned with long-term growth, accessibility, and investor appeal, offering unmatched British quality with world-class amenities. About LEOS Development LEOS Developments is an award-winning international property and lifestyle developer. Born in the UK in 2013, LEOS has been expanding its presence in the Middle East with the release of world-class residential communities in Meydan, Jumeirah Village Circle, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Dubailand & Greenwood. The company is renowned for its innovative British designs and specialises in residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate, offering services ranging from land sourcing to asset management. With nine projects currently underway in the UAE, LEOS continues to solidify its reputation for delivering exceptional developments. With a proven track record in delivering quality developments, LEOS has transformed old courthouses and built premium residential properties in sought-after locations like Mayfair, London. Its mission is to create an exemplary standard of living for residents by delivering quality properties that integrate successfully with the environment and community, bringing British and European quality standards to the UAE real estate market.
Arabian Business
06-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai real estate: Dubailand records $7.3bn in property transactions
Dubailand has recorded AED26.2 billion in off-plan real estate transactions over the past 12 months, with more than 9,000 units sold, cementing its status as one of Dubai's most active residential markets. The transaction data highlights persistent demand in the area, which developers attribute to Dubailand 's location, community offerings, and investment prospects. Strong demand in Dubailand The district's location provides direct access to Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, positioning residents within 25 minutes of Dubai International Airport. The area offers proximity to entertainment venues, including IMG Worlds of Adventure, Global Village, and Al Habtoor Polo Resort, while remaining connected to central Dubai landmarks such as the Museum of the Future and Burj Khalifa. Spanning three million square feet, Dubailand functions as a 'city within a city' with districts catering to various lifestyles, combining theme parks, eco-tourism projects, retail centres, and residential neighbourhoods. For families, the community's location near Academic City provides access to higher education institutions, including Middlesex University Dubai, De Montfort University, and the University of Birmingham. Residents also benefit from proximity to healthcare facilities, essential services, and sports venues. Building on market momentum, LEOS Developments has announced plans to launch the fifth edition of its Weybridge Gardens collection in Dubailand. The developer reported success with the previous four editions, all located within the district. The launch date and specific details of the new Weybridge Gardens project remain to be announced.
Gulf News
29-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf News
Gulf News Edufair Dubai connects students with courses to shape future careers
Packed with over 35 universities and higher-education service providers, more than 1,000 degrees from the UAE and abroad, career guidance and counselling, thought-provoking seminars and plenty of giveaways, the eighth edition of Gulf News Edufair Dubai is here to help students and mid-career professionals make smart choices about higher education. Edufair takes place from May 9-11 at The H Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai. As competition in the job market intensifies, institutions are continuously updating their curricula to align with emerging industry needs. At Edufair, BITS Pilani Dubai Campus showcases its expanded offerings into high-growth fields. Nahid Afshan, Head of Admissions, explains how Edufair serves as a bridge between students and future-focused programmes. 'Events like Edufair provide a valuable opportunity for students and families to explore various future-focused programmes. We've received an enthusiastic response at the past events and invite aspiring students to connect with us at Edufair to discover how BITS Pilani Dubai Campus is preparing the next generation to lead and thrive in an ever-evolving world.' BITS Pilani Dubai has introduced six new undergraduate degrees to meet demand in sectors from business analytics to sustainability. Along with a new BBA (Hons.), its specialised STEM degrees now include Aerospace; Architectural and Urban Engineering; Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology); Chemical Engineering (Energy, Environment & Sustainability); and Mathematics and Computing. Another exhibitor Middlesex University Dubai will highlight at Edufair how it blends discipline-specific training with the soft skills employers seek. Professor Cedwyn Fernandes, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Middlesex University and Director of Middlesex University Dubai, outlines the university's approach. 'The path to career success begins with the thoughtful selection of your academic programme. Our courses equip our graduates with key competencies like leadership and influence, entrepreneurial mindset, communication, empathy and inclusion, curiosity and learning, collaboration, innovation, resilience and adaptability, technological agility and problem solving and delivery.' Stop by the Rochester Institute of Technology of Dubai's (RIT Dubai) booth to learn about courses that will give you an edge when you graduate. 'Computing Security and Computing and Information Technologies are in high demand, aligning with the growing need for digital skills. Our new New Media Design programme blends tech and creativity. Global Business Management and Psychology remain popular due to their broad career potential and our engineering programmes continue to deliver strong, innovation-driven education,' says a spokesperson. Symbiosis Dubai, which opened its campus last year, emphasises the value of face-to-face engagement in decision-making. 'Educational fairs provide a valuable platform for students and parents to engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and gain clarity on their academic options,' says Dr Anita Patankar, Executive Director. 'Symbiosis Dubai looks forward to connecting with aspiring students at Edufair 2025, sharing insights into our academic offerings, and highlighting the diverse opportunities available at our institution,' she adds. New to Edufair this year, Jaipur National University – Ras Al Khaimah Campus presents degrees designed to future-proof careers. Aishwarya Bakshi, CEO, explains its focus: 'Our degrees in FinTech & Digital Banking, Digital Marketing, AI & Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Hospitality Management are designed to match the growing job opportunities in the UAE and beyond. These aren't just courses – they are career launchpads.' Professional education providers at Edufair address skills gaps through certification and vocational training. Taimur Ali Mir, PwC Partner and Professional Qualifications Head at PwC Academy, says, 'We offer a wide portfolio of professional qualifications that cater to learners at every stage – from high school leavers exploring their career paths to experienced professionals looking to upskill or move up the ladder. Our programmes are designed to equip individuals with practical, relevant knowledge that aligns with current and emerging industry needs.' Sponsors and partners Platinum Sponsor of Edufair is Y Axis, Banking Partner is HSBC, Knowledge Partner is Kaplan, Financial Support Partner is Phoenix Financial Training, Study Abroad Partner is UniHawk, Career Exploration Partner is A Learning Lab, Learning Partner is PWC Academy, and Support Partners of the event are ACCA, Chocodate, Kwality, and Al Marai. Some of Edufair Dubai's confirmed exhibitors are Ajman University, American University of Ras Al Khaimah, Amity University Dubai, Bits Pilani Dubai, Curtin University Dubai, Canadian University Dubai, De Montfort University Dubai, Gulf Medical University, London South Bank University, Habitat Global Partnerships, Heriot Watt University Dubai, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Mentormind, Middlesex University Dubai, Qadri International Educational Consultancy, RAK Medical & Health Sciences University, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Dubai, Swiss Business School, SP Jain School of Global Management, Symbiosis International University Dubai, University of Birmingham Dubai, University of Europe, University of Dubai, Unique World Education – Eduzone, Westford University College, University of West London, Jaipur National University, Gyanberry Education Consultants, Kings Cornerstone International, Ascentria Examinations & Tests Preparation Center, Emirates Score Plus Centre
Arab News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Focus on AI rise in creative industries at Culture Summit Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: Industry leaders gathered at the 7th Culture Summit Abu Dhabi on Monday to discuss the rise of artificial intelligence in creative industries — and what it means for the future. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Panelists at the event, held at Abu Dhabi's Manarat Al-Saadiyat, included Riyad Joucka, founder and principal architect at the Middle East Architecture Network, a practice based in Dubai. Others included Stephen King, senior lecturer at Middlesex University Dubai; Imad Mesdoua, director of government affairs for the Middle East and Africa at Spotify; and Dr. Patrick Noack, executive director at the Dubai Future Foundation. A post shared by Culture Summit Abu Dhabi (@culturesummitad) The panel examined AI's impact across multiple creative fields, exploring the opportunities AI presents as well as the challenges that arise when employing machine intelligence. Joucka was keen to emphasize the importance of using AI as a tool to 'extend human creativity,' rather than replace it. 'I see technology as an important tool to extend human creativity and knowledge, and not necessarily as a substitute for the human touch in design,' he said, adding that human-AI collaboration was the ideal creative journey from ideation to finished product. Mesdoua echoed the importance of the human touch at Spotify, saying 'there are two ingredients to the Spotify secret sauce, one is personalization … and the other one is discovery. 'Personalization is to a large extent driven by AI and technologies and algorithmic advances … it makes sure that your app fits you like a glove. The other ingredient to the secret sauce is what we call discoverability. 'And what that means is every now and then on your Spotify app, you will get a suggestion for a song or an artist or genre that you might not have typically listened to, and that's largely the work, not solely, but largely the work of human editors.' That is 'very important, particularly for diversity,' Mesdoua noted, adding 'a big part of the work that the editors are doing to make sure that up-and-coming genres are being spotlighted and playlisted to global audiences in a unique way. 'So AI can reflect the user, but editors can help recommend new things to users.' While human curators are key to promoting international music to global audiences, Mesdoua did note the importance of AI in the music industry, saying one of the most important positives is lowering the barriers to entry. 'If you think back to 70 years ago or 80 years ago, becoming a really established musician required you overcoming a ton of barriers and hurdles, particularly on the infrastructure side of things. 'You had to have an expensive studio at your disposal … now you can be all by yourself in your room with amazing AI software and amplify whatever creative spark you have in your mind and really go from ideation to production super-fast.' It is something Noack was more cautious about, though, with the executive director at the Dubai Future Foundation saying 'a barrier to entry is not necessarily a bad thing.' 'I think a lot of people come into space that is not necessarily their calling or (they do not have a) high level of skill and suddenly they know how to do something and they're the expert in this space.' A litmus test for good AI, he added, is 'whether it can be switched off or rolled back.' Taking into account differences between various creative fields, the panelists took a nuanced approach and discussed whether AI's influence was similar across sectors. There was one warning repeated across various creative fields — including architecture, marketing, education and music — panelists warned that practitioners need to 'know when to stop and when to bring the human element back into creativity,' as per Joucka. Running until April 29 and organized by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, the three-day summit includes policymakers, artists, scholars, and innovators. The theme is 'Culture for Humanity and Beyond,' focusing on the intersection of culture, technology and global governance.
