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Hi Dubai
14-05-2025
- Science
- Hi Dubai
UAE Space Agency Earns Future Fit Seal for Pioneering Space Data Centre
The UAE Space Agency has been awarded the prestigious 'Future Fit' Seal for its Space Data Centre, a first-of-its-kind national initiative that is redefining digital infrastructure to support the country's growing space ambitions. The recognition, granted by the UAE Government Development and the Future Office, highlights the Centre's readiness to tackle future challenges through bold, tech-driven solutions. Developed in collaboration with UAE-based SpaceTech company Space42, the Space Data Centre integrates artificial intelligence and space technologies to deliver advanced services including Earth observation data, AI-powered analytics, and a marketplace for space applications. Since its launch in 2022, the Centre has contributed to over 30 local and global space missions, with applications ranging from climate monitoring and disaster response to food security and urban planning. It currently operates 47 AI models and connects to a global network of more than 300 satellites, enabling high-impact solutions such as flood prediction, coral reef protection, and methane emissions tracking. Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, described the Centre as a global reference point in space science, aligning with the UAE's vision of a resilient, future-ready society. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sport and Chairman of the UAE Space Agency, called it a strategic leap in building a knowledge-based space economy. The Space Data Centre is also a key player in global disaster relief, participating in the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters as the only Arab member. It supports the UAE's broader space agenda, including the Emirates Mars Mission, the Arab Satellite 813, and the Sirb radar constellation. As the global space data economy expands, the UAE's investment in this initiative cements its position as a regional leader in space innovation and sustainability. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
08-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Gen Alpha to become economic powerhouse with $5.46 trillion impact by 2030
8 May 2025 23:54 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Generation Alpha is set to become the most economically relevant generation with their economic impact expected to hit $5.46 trillion by 2030, according to a UAE report. Majority of them are interested in running their own businesses and some are now making their own money. Determined to ensure it is ready for the future, the UAE has explored the first fully digital generation, the Gen Alpha, in a "forward-looking" study that can support policymaking and prepare governments for the rise of this by the UAE Government Development and the Future Office, the 'Future Report 2025: Generation Alpha' sheds light on the youth in various aspects - from their behaviours and mind-sets to their economic footprint - as it defines major global trends governments should Alpha are children born between 2010 and 2025. By the end of the year, there would be nearly 2 billion of them bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, said this report "delves into the unique needs, values, and influence of Generation Alpha - a cohort already reshaping economies, transforming societies, and driving global change."Data shows that economically, Gen Alpha is rapidly turning into a powerhouse, the report their expected $5.46-trillion economic impact in five years, they will account for $670 billion in indirect spending their consumer voice is impressive in scale - 87% affect household buying and 41% base purchase on peer behaviour. Interestingly, 76% admit they want to be entrepreneurs and 31% have already started earning their own money, the report Alphas are defined by their technological fluency and early exposure to artificial intelligence and social than half of them (58%) owned smartphones before they turned 10, while 43% have some kind of digital device at home before 6. Seventy-two percent use tech for education while nearly all of them (93%) play online of them (88%) think AI is critical to the future, with 70% saying they trust it. Some 41% also think tech will make the world better, according to the aspects of their lives may be digital, however, a good number of them (43%) still prefer face-to-face conversations with friends over online of the defining characteristics of this generation is their hunger for innovation - but at the same time, they have a strong sense of responsibility towards their communities and the percent care about helping others, 45% value sustainability, and 44% believe it is important for them to express their own opinions, the report terms of health, 72% are aware of the importance of exercise and almost 20% are doing it for five hours or more 43% are projected to be overweight/obese due to the sedentary screen time and insufficient physical report also showed that mental health continues to be a concern, with one in every seven children struggling with it. Forty-one percent of them also have low body self-esteem, which makes encouragements and open conversations crucial at a young age. "Generation Alpha isn't a generation that waits for the future - they actively shape it. It is essential that policies be crafted to unlock their full potential," Al Roumi said.
