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Business Recorder
07-08-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Dubai and Abu Dhabi lead the Gulf AI race
Sovereign wealth funds in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are fast-tracking investments into artificial intelligence, clean technology and next-gen infrastructure, further accelerating the shift away from hydrocarbons toward future-focused industries. The UAE and Saudi Arabia are emerging as front-runners, using their vast sovereign assets to stake strategic claims in the global tech arena. Collectively, the region's largest funds - including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), Abu Dhabi's Mubadala and Qatar's QIA - have deployed over $100 billion into tech and AI-related sectors since 2023. But it is the UAE, particularly Dubai and Abu Dhabi, that are positioning themselves as operational AI and fintech hubs, not just capital allocators. 'Dubai's strategy is to be the sandbox, the capital, and the accelerator for applied AI,' Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence stated at the 2024 Digital Economy Forum. 'No other city in the region is moving as fast from vision to execution,' he added. Dubai's tech push gains momentum In Dubai, authorities are doubling down on AI, blockchain and digital economy development through the Dubai Future Foundation, Dubai AI Campus and Dubai Digital Economy Strategy, aiming to increase the digital economy's contribution to GDP to 20% by 2031. Launched in late 2024, the Dubai AI Campus is now home to over 150 AI startups, backed by regional VCs and global tech players. The campus provides regulatory sandboxes and access to high-performance computing, making it one of the most ambitious state-led AI incubators globally. Major international tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Cisco, Google, Meta, and Microsoft have an established presence in Dubai. 'The UAE is not only investing in AI - it's building the infrastructure, institutions, and regulations to lead in its deployment. That gives it a serious edge in the region,' Dr. Fatima Al Kaabi, Chief Scientist, UAE Office of AI stated to Financial Times. In fact, Dubai's rapid transformation into a global tech hub has exceedingly drawn comparisons with Silicon Valley. Abu Dhabi bets big through MGX and Mubadala Meanwhile in Abu Dhabi, the federal government launched MGX in 2024 - a sovereign AI investment and infrastructure arm that has already committed billions to chip manufacturing partnerships, quantum computing, and foundational model development. Mubadala and ADQ have ramped up stakes in global tech unicorns, while also nurturing local AI and robotics startups through Hub71 and the AI71 initiative, respectively. The UAE's Office of AI, created in 2017, now coordinates federal AI policy, working closely with regulators on ethics, data governance and AI adoption across government services. Dubai named among top 5 fintech destinations globally Saudi's PIF maintains global aggression Across the border, Saudi Arabia's PIF is leading high-profile investments in Western and Eastern AI ecosystems - with equity in US, Chinese, and European firms. 'Humain is a strategic effort to position the Kingdom at the heart of AI development, particularly for Arabic-speaking markets,' the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, launching (PIF-owned) Humain. Its latest $2.5 billion commitment to a European quantum computing alliance and growing interest in chip manufacturing point to an ambition to own IP and infrastructure, not just buy into platforms. While Riyadh's Neom project is often seen as a flagship for futuristic living, insiders say the PIF's actual AI portfolio is 'deep tech-heavy,' focused on foundational technologies that will power smart cities and autonomous industries. How Dubai intends to become the 'capital of crypto' Future outlook The MENA region's AI push is not without hurdles. Regulatory clarity is still developing, local talent pipelines are under strain and startup ecosystems, while growing, lag behind global leaders. But with governments backing AI adoption in healthcare, energy, logistics and finance, the region is gaining momentum. 'The Gulf has capital, conviction and alignment - all critical ingredients to influence the future of global AI,' Arjun Mathur, Partner at McKinsey Middle East was quoted as telling CNBC. By 2030, analysts forecast that GCC sovereign wealth funds could control up to 15% of global AI infrastructure investment, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi emerging as core deployment zones - while Riyadh builds influence through upstream control of technology and capital.
ME Construction
24-07-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
AI71 launches AI-powered construction lifecycle platform ‘SuperHive'
Technology AI71 launches AI-powered construction lifecycle platform 'SuperHive' By It boasts features designed to offer stakeholders across the ecosystem the ability to accelerate project delivery, reduce risk, and enhance long-term asset performance AI71 has announced 'SuperHive', which is said to be a 'groundbreaking end-to-end platform designed to optimise every stage of the construction lifecycle – from design and permitting to execution and operation'. The solution features embedded AI, real-time intelligence, and advanced automation, and is said to offer stakeholders across the ecosystem the ability to accelerate project delivery, reduce risk, and enhance long-term asset performance. 'Construction underpins economic growth, yet it has seen limited disruption from modern technologies. With SuperHive, we're embedding intelligence across the entire infrastructure lifecycle — transforming how nations build and operate. This is not just about digital transformation — it's about rethinking how we approach scale, speed, and resilience in infrastructure delivery,' said H.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Chairman of AI71. The project features a broad array of modules and capabilities including augmented design and planning, advanced construction monitoring, Digital Twins, asset management and AI-enabled monitoring. The firm noted that one of SuperHive's most transformative features is its AI-powered compliance automation. Currently, compliance validation for construction permits remains a manual, error-prone, and time-consuming process — especially in rapidly growing urban regions. SuperHive's AiComply Studio reduces human dependency, minimises costly errors, and empowers both consultants and municipal authorities to accelerate the approval process through AI-assisted regulation mapping and validation, the firm explained. 'By digitising and automating compliance, municipalities save cost, consultants gain speed, and developers reduce risk. It's a win across the board,' outlined Klemensas Mecejus, VP of Advisory at AI71. SuperHive is said to support a vision where infrastructure projects can go from idea to asset with intelligence at every stage. Whether for public housing, urban development, or smart cities, SuperHive offers a robust, integrated ecosystem – ready to be deployed at national scale, the statement added. 'With this intelligence we boost productivity across the entire construction lifecycle – enabling up to 50% faster decision-making, reducing manual documentation by 70%, and cutting on-site rework by half. With full AI coverage across all sub-stages, it transforms how teams plan, build, and deliver at scale,' concludes Chiara Marcati, Chief AI Advisory and Business Officer at AI71.
Zawya
24-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Abu Dhabi group launches AI construction lifecycle platform
AI71, an Abu Dhabi-based AI organisation, has launched SuperHive - a new AI platform that helps teams speed up and simplify construction projects. It covers everything from planning and permits to real-time monitoring and asset management. With embedded AI, real-time intelligence, and advanced automation, SuperHive enables stakeholders across the ecosystem to accelerate project delivery, reduce risk, and enhance long-term asset performance. "Construction underpins economic growth, yet it has seen limited disruption from modern technologies. With SuperHive, we're embedding intelligence across the entire infrastructure lifecycle — transforming how nations build and operate," remarked Faisal Al Bannai, the Chairman of AI71. "This is not just about digital transformation - it's about rethinking how we approach scale, speed, and resilience in infrastructure delivery," he stated. Some of its key modules and capabilities are: •Augmented design and planning: Validates CAD/BIM files against building codes with 99% accuracy, delivering permit-ready approvals in minutes. Also includes GenAI-powered 2D to 3D conversion, automating weeks of manual work. •Advanced construction monitoring: Predictive scheduling and risk detection using satellite data, IoT sensors, and Primavera integration. •Digital Twins: Enables city-wide smart asset management with real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and livability scoring. •Asset management: Offers real-time quantity takeoff and cost estimation across project phases, improving budgeting accuracy. •AI enabled monitoring: Provides drone and CV-powered site monitoring, tracking equipment use, compliance, and progress at a glance. Tackling the compliance bottleneck One of SuperHive's most transformative features is its AI-powered compliance automation. Currently, compliance validation for construction permits remains a manual, error-prone, and time-consuming process - especially in rapidly growing urban regions. SuperHive's AiComply Studio reduces human dependency, minimizes costly errors, and empowers both consultants and municipal authorities to accelerate the approval process through AI-assisted regulation mapping and validation. "By digitizing and automating compliance, municipalities save cost, consultants gain speed, and developers reduce risk," said Klemensas Mecejus, the VP Advisory at AI71. "It's a win across the board," he added. A mission to digitise infrastructure at scale SuperHive supports a vision where infrastructure projects can go from idea to asset with intelligence at every stage. Whether for public housing, urban development, or smart cities, SuperHive offers a robust, integrated ecosystem - ready to be deployed at national scale. "With this intelligence we boost productivity across the entire construction lifecycle - enabling up to 50% faster decision-making, reducing manual documentation by 70%, and cutting on-site rework by half," remarked Chiara Marcati, Chief AI Advisory and Business Officer at AI71. "With full AI coverage across all sub-stages, it transforms how teams plan, build, and deliver at scale," he added. -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Al Etihad
23-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
AI71's SuperHive gives AI boost to construction industry
24 July 2025 00:15 SARA ALZAABI (ABU DHABI)Abu Dhabi-based AI71 has introduced SuperHive, a next-generation platform set to revolutionise the construction industry by streamlining every phase - from design and permitting to execution and asset by embedded AI, real-time intelligence, and automation, SuperHive accelerates project delivery, reduces risk, and enhances performance. 'Construction underpins economic growth, yet it has seen limited disruption from modern technologies. With SuperHive, we are embedding intelligence across the entire infrastructure lifecycle - transforming how nations build and operate' said Faisal Al Bannai, Chairman of AI71.'This is not just about digital transformation - it is about rethinking how we approach scale, speed, and resilience in infrastructure delivery.'A171 is a pioneering AI company founded by Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council in collaboration with VentureOne. Speaking with Aletihad , Klemensas Mecejus, VP Advisory at AI71, described SuperHive as 'a potential game-changer for national infrastructure delivery timelines and quality'. 'It supports the UAE's ambition to lead in smart regulation and infrastructure by reducing regulatory friction, expediting permit approvals, and enabling real-time government oversight,' said sets SuperHive apart is its real-time validation of 2D CAD and 3D BIM models against UAE building codes, automatic issue flagging, AI-based document generation, and seamless integration across stakeholders, from design consultants and developers to permitting authorities. The platform also enables smart asset management through digital twins and live cost estimation, while drone-based site tracking enhances oversight and its capabilities, SuperHive boosts productivity across the entire construction lifecycle, said Chiara Marcati, Chief AI Advisory and Business Officer at AI71.'It enables up to 50% faster decision-making, reduces manual documentation by 70%, and cuts on-site rework by half. With full AI coverage across all sub-stages, it transforms how teams plan, build, and deliver at scale,' Marcati said. Another standout innovation within its suite is the AiComply Studio, which automates compliance checks - streamlining approvals and eliminating regulatory bottlenecks to support scalable infrastructure across sectors. 'By digitising and automating compliance, municipalities save cost, consultants gain speed, and developers reduce risk. It is a win across the board,' Mecejus said.
Mid East Info
23-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
AI71 Launches SuperHive, The AI-Powered Construction Lifecycle Platform - Middle East Business News and Information
AI71 today announced the launch of SuperHive, a groundbreaking end-to-end platform designed to optimize every stage of the construction lifecycle — from design and permitting to execution and operation. With embedded AI, real-time intelligence, and advanced automation, SuperHive enables stakeholders across the ecosystem to accelerate project delivery, reduce risk, and enhance long-term asset performance. 'Construction underpins economic growth, yet it has seen limited disruption from modern technologies. With SuperHive, we're embedding intelligence across the entire infrastructure lifecycle — transforming how nations build and operate' said H.E. Faisal Al Bannai, Chairman of AI71. 'This is not just about digital transformation — it's about rethinking how we approach scale, speed, and resilience in infrastructure delivery.' Key Modules and Capabilities: Augmented design and planning: Validates CAD/BIM files against building codes with 99% accuracy, delivering permit-ready approvals in minutes. Also includes GenAI-powered 2D to 3D conversion, automating weeks of manual work. Advanced construction monitoring: Predictive scheduling and risk detection using satellite data, IoT sensors, and Primavera integration. Digital Twins: Enables city-wide smart asset management with real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and livability scoring. Asset management: Offers real-time quantity takeoff and cost estimation across project phases, improving budgeting accuracy. AI enabled monitoring: Provides drone and CV-powered site monitoring, tracking equipment use, compliance, and progress at a glance. Tackling the Compliance Bottleneck: One of SuperHive's most transformative features is its AI-powered compliance automation. Currently, compliance validation for construction permits remains a manual, error-prone, and time-consuming process — especially in rapidly growing urban regions. SuperHive's AiComply Studio reduces human dependency, minimizes costly errors, and empowers both consultants and municipal authorities to accelerate the approval process through AI-assisted regulation mapping and validation. 'By digitizing and automating compliance, municipalities save cost, consultants gain speed, and developers reduce risk' said Klemensas Mecejus, VP Advisory at AI71. 'It's a win across the board' he added. A Mission to Digitize Infrastructure at Scale: SuperHive supports a vision where infrastructure projects can go from idea to asset with intelligence at every stage. Whether for public housing, urban development, or smart cities, SuperHive offers a robust, integrated ecosystem — ready to be deployed at national scale. 'With this intelligence we boost productivity across the entire construction lifecycle — enabling up to 50% faster decision-making, reducing manual documentation by 70%, and cutting on-site rework by half. With full AI coverage across all sub-stages, it transforms how teams plan, build, and deliver at scale' concludes Chiara Marcati, Chief AI Advisory and Business Officer at AI71. About71: AI71 is a next-generation AI company developing cutting-edge products to solve high-stakes, real-world challenges across sectors. Built as a product-led entity, AI71 bridges the gap between advanced research and practical application — delivering AI that works at scale. Our mission is to elevate human potential with AI, enabling people, businesses, and governments to do more, faster, and better. With a sharp focus on data sovereignty, agility, and innovation, we empower organizations to harness the full potential of AI.
