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Emirates 24/7
a day ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
UAE AI Award launches its second edition for year 2025
The UAE Council for Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain has announced the launch of the second edition of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Award, reinforcing the UAE's commitment to driving innovation and excellence in AI adoption across different sectors. The award aims to enhance competitiveness among government and private sector entities by recognising outstanding efforts in adopting artificial intelligence, further positioning the UAE as a global hub for innovation and smart governance. Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, emphasised the UAE government's commitment to implementing the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to enhance the UAE's global digital leadership. Through cutting-edge solutions centered on artificial intelligence, recognised as a pivotal driver of innovation and the advancement of government services. He stated that the government aims to empower entities, foster active community engagement, and enhance government performance efficiency, ultimately contributing to the creation of a fully integrated digital ecosystem capable of keeping pace with global advancements in artificial intelligence. He further stated that the UAE government continues to advance its digital transformation efforts by developing advanced frameworks for the integration of artificial intelligence across vital sectors, adopting a unified national standard for AI applications, and designing unprecedented innovative solutions that enhance service efficiency, boost future readiness, and strengthen the UAE's position as a global hub for digital innovation. The UAE Council for Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain launched the award to encourage federal, local, and semi-government entities, as well as academic institutions, private sector organisations, and individuals, to adopt innovative AI solutions in shaping a better future built on digital transformation. The initiative aims to establish artificial intelligence as a key driver of growth, reshaping the nature of work, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for institutional empowerment and social integration, and fostering collaboration and creative competitiveness among various entities. The award encompasses five categories: Excellence in AI-powered Services, AI Solutions Developed in the UAE, Best Government-Private Partnership in AI, AI Leader, and AI Scientific Research. Submissions will be evaluated against key criteria, including the level of innovation, AI ethics compliance level, level of AI maturity, scalability and adaptability, as well as the potential impact. 'The Excellence in AI-powered Services' category focuses on solutions that enhance service quality using AI, enabling more accurate data-driven decision-making, improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and streamlining processes while 'The AI Solutions Developed in the UAE' category highlights solutions that reflect a reflect Emirati identity in both concept and implementation. 'The Best Government-Private Partnership in AI' category recognises successful collaborations between a government entity and a private company to develop AI-based solutions that accelerate innovation, enhance service quality, and deliver tangible outcomes that benefit the community and support government goals. 'The AI Leader' category honours government professionals who champion innovative AI solutions, enhance service delivery and decision-making, build team capabilities, and raise awareness to achieve measurable results that enhance government performance. 'The AI Scientific Research' category focuses on outstanding contributions to AI research that significantly advance theoretical understanding or practical applications of artificial intelligence. Entities and professionals across the government, private sector, individuals, and academic institutions interested in participating or learning more about the award categories can visit: Here The award's first edition received wide participation, with over 225 submissions and 12 outstanding projects competing in the final round. The winners, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Advanced Technology Research Council, Abu Dhabi Mobility, and DP World, were honored by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, during the UAE Government Annual Meetings 2024
Asharq Al-Awsat
4 days ago
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
King Salman, Crown Prince Congratulate the UAE President on Union Pledge Day
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has sent a cable of congratulations to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates on his country's Union Pledge Day. King Salman wished the president continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of the UAE steady progress and prosperity. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also praised the distinguished relations binding the two countries, which both peoples are keen to strengthen. According to SPA, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has also sent a cable of congratulations to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and wished the president continued good health and happiness, and the government and people of the UAE steady progress and prosperity.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
UAE Union Pledge Day: Saudi King, Crown Prince wish President Sheikh Mohamed
On this day, 54 years ago, the founding fathers came together to sign the declaration of the Union and of the UAE Constitution Published: Fri 18 Jul 2025, 5:38 PM As the UAE commemorated Union Pledge Day on Friday, July 18, Saudi Arabia King and the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman wished President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion. In a message posted by Kingdom's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on X, formerly Twitter, the Saudi leaders expressed congratulations and best wishes for the health and happiness of the UAE President, and for the continued progress and prosperity of the government and people of the UAE. They also highlighted the distinguished brotherly relations between the two countries and their people, and the mutual efforts to strengthen and develop these relations in all fields. On this day, 54 years ago, the founding fathers came together to sign the declaration of the Union and of the UAE Constitution marking a landmark moment in the country's history.
Zawya
4 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
President of Hungary hosts welcome ceremony for UAE President
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived today at the Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest as part of his official visit to Hungary. His Highness was welcomed upon arrival by Hungarian President His Excellency Tamás Sulyok. An official reception ceremony was held for His Highness in Kossuth Lajos Square, in front of the Parliament Building, where the UAE President's motorcade was escorted by a procession of riders on horseback. Following performances of the national anthems of the UAE and Hungary, His Highness inspected the guard of honour and was greeted by senior Hungarian ministers and officials. The Hungarian President then greeted members of the delegation accompanying His Highness. His Highness was accompanied by a delegation that included H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Special Affairs; H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Ali bin Hammad Al Shamsi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for National Security; Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade; Sana bint Mohammed Suhail, Minister of Family; Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State; Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary General of the UAE Cabinet; Dr. Ahmed Mubarak Ali Al Mazrouei, Chairman of the President's Office for Strategic Affairs and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office; Lana Zaki Nusseibeh, Assistant of Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Executive Affairs Authority; Saud Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to Hungary, and a number of senior officials.
Emirates 24/7
4 days ago
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
UAE President, Hungarian Prime Minister witness exchange of agreements, MoUs to strengthen bilateral cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Viktor Orbán, Prime Minister of Hungary, today witnessed the exchange of several agreements and memoranda of understanding between the two countries, aimed at expanding avenues of cooperation across a range of development sectors. The exchange took place as part of His Highness' official visit to Hungary. The agreements and MoUs announced and exchanged by both sides cover various fields, including cooperation in data centres and artificial intelligence projects, green and renewable energy, food and agriculture, family and youth policy, government development and modernisation, energy storage systems, and defence cooperation, among others. The exchange ceremony was held at the Prime Minister's Office in the Hungarian capital, Budapest. Representing the UAE were His Excellency Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology; His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade; Her Excellency Sana bint Mohammed Suhail, Minister of Family; Her Excellency Maryam bint Ahmed Al Hammadi, Minister of State and Secretary General of the UAE Cabinet; His Excellency Faisal Al Bannai, Chairman of the Board of Directors, EDGE Group; His Excellency Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer, Mubadala Investment Company; and His Excellency Mohamed Ali Alabbar, Chairman, Eagle Hills Properties. The agreements were exchanged on the Hungarian side by the relevant ministers and officials. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
