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Hi Dubai
24-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Hosts Global AI Leaders at 'Machines Can See 2025' Summit
Dubai welcomed over 2,000 global AI leaders today at the opening of the third edition of the Machines Can See (MCS) Summit 2025, attended by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The event, the largest of its kind in computer vision, is a key platform for innovation, policy, and partnership in artificial intelligence. Organised by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence and part of Dubai AI Week, the summit is held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. It aims to advance collaboration between public and private sectors, align global AI efforts, and promote responsible innovation. Opening sessions featured a high-level ministerial dialogue titled 'Wanted: AI to Retain and Attract Talent to the Country,' with representatives from the UAE, Malaysia, Egypt, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, and beyond. Discussions focused on national strategies to nurture AI talent and leverage technology for economic and societal benefit. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, highlighted the UAE's commitment to developing transformative AI that enhances governance, well-being, and global competitiveness. Key announcements included Malaysia's focus on talent and infrastructure, Egypt's expanded AI strategy, and Kazakhstan's launch of and a Digital Nomad Visa. A landmark MoU was also signed between Central Asian innovation hubs and the UAE to support regional start-ups. Global experts, including leaders from Amazon, DeepMind, Roche, and IBM, explored real-world applications of AI—from personalised media and biopharma innovation to ethical deployment and regulatory frameworks—cementing Dubai's position as a hub for the future of AI. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
23-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attends opening of Machines Can See Summit 2025
23 Apr 2025 21:42 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the opening of the third edition of the Machines Can See (MCS) Summit 2025 on Wednesday in summit, the largest event dedicated to computer vision, is one of the leading gatherings for AI specialists in the region, bringing together more than 2,000 leaders, researchers, investors, experts, and policy-makers. The summit, held in collaboration with the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office as part of the Dubai AI Week, was organised by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future summit aims to strengthen strategic partnerships between the government and private sectors, ensure alignment among governments' efforts to shape the future of AI, accelerate innovation, and harness AI applications to benefit opening day featured a high-level ministerial dialogue titled 'Wanted: AI to Retain and Attract Talent to the Country.' The session brought together senior policymakers from the UAE, Egypt, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, and other countries around the globe. Additionally, the event gathered experts from around the world through 20 keynote speeches and panel discussions under the theme 'Good AI: Making the World a Safer Place.'The dialogues and discussions spotlighted national strategies to attract, develop, and retain the talent needed to power the next era of AI-driven innovation, while also examining the social impact of artificial intelligence across fields such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, industry, and the his opening speech, Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, and Deputy Managing Director of Dubai Future Foundation, stated that innovation in developing AI solutions to enhance government work, improve well-being, and establish a new economic model represents a key pillar of the UAE's strategic direction. It forms part of a forward-looking vision embraced by the leadership to ensure sustainable development and prosperity, and strengthen the UAE's global competitiveness and leadership across various sectors, he Olama further stated that the UAE is actively shaping the future by developing responsible AI and applying its capabilities across vital domains. The UAE stands at the forefront of this effort, setting global benchmarks through transformative solutions that reimagine the future, place human well-being at the core of innovation, and make the UAE the easiest place on Earth for world-class researchers to live, work, and launch Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was accompanied at the summit by Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of the Dubai Future the summit, Alexander Khanin, the founder of the summit, said, 'We built Machines Can See so ideas don't get trapped in labs; our goal is to turn breakthrough research into products that change lives.'Gobind Singh Deo, Malaysia's Minister of Digital, emphasised high‑performance compute and a vibrant start‑up pipeline. He said, 'Malaysia is building a future‑ready digital ecosystem driven by innovation, talent and responsible AI adoption. Events like Machines Can See allow us to engage with global partners, exchange ideas and shape policies that will define the next wave of digital transformation. We are focused on growing our AI talent pool and creating an environment where cutting‑edge technologies and businesses can thrive.'Dr. Amr Talaat, Egypt's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, showcased the second phase of Egypt's National AI Strategy. He said, 'Artificial intelligence must serve people, empower talent and drive inclusive development. We are doubling down on AI‑specific training, backing AI‑powered start‑ups and expanding our national data‑centre footprint so smart services reach every citizen. Egypt is not only ready for the AI age — we are helping shape it for the region and beyond.'Zhaslan Madiyev, Kazakhstan's Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, highlighted fresh incentives, 'Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a trusted partner in the global AI landscape by creating an open, innovation‑driven environment for talents and companies. From our Digital Nomad Visa to the launch of flagship international AI centre—we are attracting the brightest minds in technology while maintaining a strong focus on human‑centred, ethical AI.'Meutya Hafid, Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, announced Jakarta's forthcoming National GPU Lab and micro‑credential programme for 50,000 developers annually, stressing AI for smart‑agriculture and health Hub (Kazakhstan), IT‑Park Uzbekistan, and Al‑Farabi Innovation Hub (UAE) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a unified platform to help Central‑Asian startups soft‑land in the UAE and expand across the wider MENA MoU establishes joint acceleration cohorts, cross‑border fundraising support and reciprocal talent‑visa pathways.'From our Digital Nomad visa to today's agreement with the UAE and Uzbekistan, we are building the incentives and ecosystem needed to attract the brightest minds while exporting Central‑Asian innovation to the world,' Minister Madiyev differing economic contexts, ministers were aligned on certain imperatives: unifying talent pathways through accelerated visas, and embedding ethics by design in all deployments. They agreed to co‑author a white‑paper on cross‑border talent mobility and to pilot data‑sharing projects in healthcare and smart‑city Medioni, Vice President and Distinguished Scientist at Amazon Prime Video & Studios, demonstrated scene‑aware machine‑learning models that personalise viewing recommendations at the frame level. Dr. Michael Bronstein, DeepMind Professor of AI at the University of Oxford, traced the rise of Geometric Deep Learning 'from Euclid to potential Nobel‑class discoveries,' underscoring AI's role in drug design and fundamental Iacovelli, SVP - Global Head of Digital, Analytics & Operational Excellence at Roche, presented a case study on AI‑based predictive control of cell ageing that can compress biopharma development timelines.A panel titled 'Good AI: Between Hype and Mediocrity', moderated by journalist Dana Al Omar, examined the balance between scale and safety, featuring Vice President of Data and AI at IBM and AI‑ethics scholar Paolo Benanti, Professor of AI Ethics at the Pontifical Gregorian University. Cybersecurity expert Rob van der Veer, Chief AI Officer at Software Improvement Group (SIG), outlined a five‑step playbook for mitigating model risk during a keynote that resonated with both regulators and engineers. while a venture‑capital session titled 'Byte‑Sized Profits' drew investors such as Lydia Jett and Faris Al Mazrui to debate capital efficiency in deep‑tech deals.
Khaleej Times
02-03-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Watch: New mosque opens in Dubai Marina to serve up to 1,647 worshippers
As scores of Muslims gather at mosques daily during the holy month of Ramadan, a newly inaugurated mosque in Dubai Marina, with a capacity of 1,647 worshippers, was announced by the emirate's media office. The design of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Mosque was inspired by Ottoman art, according to a statement from Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department. Equipped with modern facilities to ensure the comfort of worshippers, the new mosque spans 5,021.31 square metres. It features a courtyard, ablution areas, parking spaces and prayer halls designed according the highest standards. Dubbed by the department as "a model for contemporary mosques that cater to the diverse needs of the community", the mosque also features designated areas for people of determination. It can accommodate up to 1,647 worshippers including 1,397 men and 250 women. Take a look at the facility's architecture and interior design: @IACADDUBAI — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 1, 2025 The inauguration ceremony was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. "This inauguration marks a significant step in Dubai's urban development journey, reflecting a strong commitment to enhancing religious infrastructure in line with the city's growing population and ensuring high-quality services for worshippers and visitors alike," the department said in the statement.
Emirates 24/7
10-02-2025
- Sport
- Emirates 24/7
Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid crowns winners of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Falconry Cup
The 'Elite and Cup' races of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Falconry Cup concluded today with some of the toughest contests of the tournament. Organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center at its special facility in Al Habbab, this year's competition featured substantial participation from across the UAE and the wider region and an overall prize pool exceeding AED23 million with audiences treated to some highly entertaining matchups and thrilling finishes. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum crowned the top three winners in the six races involving elite falconers. The elite falconers showcased the fine traditions of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Falconry Cup, getting over 200 competing falcons representing the very best in the competition to put on some remarkable displays. The ceremony was attended by His Excellency Fares Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Adviser at the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Falconers' Club; His Excellency Matar Hamed Al Neyadi, UAE Ambassador to Kuwait; His Excellency Rashid Mubarak Al Murkhan Al Ketbi, Vice President of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, and Secretary-General of the UAE Falconry Federation; Rashid Harib Al Khousouni, Director of Fazza Championship Department at the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center; and Dhamithan bin Suwaidan, Head of the Organising Committee for the Championship. The anticipation was high for the 'Cup' races of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Falconry Cup, which are considered among the most prestigious in the sport of falconry, with each race offering prizes worth AED1 million. These included the Sheikh's Cup, and the Open Cup for owners who fielded young falcons. The Al Nif team ultimately triumphed, claiming the first place in the Sheikh's Cup for young falcons with the falcon Helman clocking 18.409 seconds, earning a prize of AED500,000. The second and third places were taken by the M7 team with the falcon S 359 finishing in a time of 18.448 seconds to claim an AED300,000 prize and the falcon Al Mehlal clocking 18.468 seconds for the prize of AED200,000. Ghadir bin Ghadir Al Ketbi won the Open Cup for young falcons with his bird Limitid, which recorded a time of 18.153 seconds. The second and third positions went to Abdullah Khalfan Al Qubaisi with the falcon 281 turning in a time of 18.202 seconds and another entry named Hacker finishing in 18.388 seconds. In the Owners' Open Cup, Mubarak Matar Al Khaili took first place with his falcon 11 clocking 18.491 seconds, while Abdullah Abdul Aziz Al Kendi took second place with the falcon Al Muheet finishing in 18.529 seconds. The third position went to Khalifa Sultan Al Haffari with his falcon Hab Reeh clocking 18.650 seconds. Elite races In the Elite races, which featured prizes amounting to AED1.35 million, the M7 team claimed the first and second places in the Elite Sheikh's Gyrfalcon Race with the falcon Ramah clocking 14.529 seconds and the bird T 139 finishing in 14.997 seconds. The third place went to the F3S team with falcon B 64 achieving a time of 15.024 seconds. The Dubai team excelled in the Elite Open Gyrfalcon Race, with the falcon Tajouri achieving 14.929 seconds. The second place was secured by Abdullah Khalfan Al Qubaisi with the falcon 18 finishing in 15.186 seconds. The third place went to Hamid Mohammed Al Tayir with the falcon Bayan clocking 15.238 seconds. In the Elite Owners' Gyrfalcon Race, Rashid Suhail Al Marri took first place with his falcon Nashmi clocking 15.377 seconds, followed by Ghadir Mohammed Al Mansoori in second place with the falcon Iqab at 15.446 seconds, and Jumaa Abdullah Al Falahi who was placed third with the falcon T 4 finishing in 15.618 seconds. His Excellency Rashid Mubarak Al Murkhan Al Ketbi, Vice President of the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center and Secretary-General of the UAE Falconry Federation, applauded the Mohammed Bin Rashid Falconry Cup for its prestigious status and exceptional success in promoting the heritage sport and the lofty standards it continued to set. The event continues to create a strong impression year after year, inspiring participants from around the world to pursue excellence in a sport that highlights the UAE's rich history and traditions and strengthens its national identity, he said. HE Al Ketbi also acknowledged the staunch support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for the sport, emphasising that his presence at the event and involvement in such sporting events clearly demonstrated the leadership's commitment to supporting the heritage sport of falconry. The leadership's constant support and commitment has directly contributed to enhancing the level of competition, driving impressive results for the sport both locally and internationally, he noted. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
