AIQ works with AWS to quicken innovation in the energy sector
AIQ, a technology pioneer focused on the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered transformation of the energy sector, announced it is working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to accelerate digital transformation across the sector. The agreement was reached at the recently-concluded Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (Adipec) 2022. Under the agreement, AIQ and AWS will develop […]
Hub71, Yahsat to support development of UAE’s mobile satellite capabilities
ABU DHABI – Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) today announced a collaboration to accelerate startup technology adoption in satellite communications. Through this partnership, Yahsat will work with founders in the Hub71 community to advance technological innovations that support the development of the UAE’s mobile satellite capabilities. The […]
Commercial Bank International first UAE bank to launch Metaverse location
Commercial Bank International (CBI, a corporate and retail bank headquartered in Dubai, has announced the official launch of its Metaverse location. CBI is the first UAE bank to have presence in the Metaverse and among the few early adapting banks in the Middle East and the world as well. CBI’s virtual location is now […]
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy announces events and activities planned for GITEX Global 2022
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy will host a series of high-level events, meetings and activities as a strategic partner at North Star Dubai, the largest startup event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, organised as part of GITEX Global 2022. With the Chamber’s support, record participation is expected at North Star […]
Abu Dhabi cloud kitchen start-up The Cloud raises $10mln
UAE-based cloud kitchen start-up, The Cloud, has secured $10 million in a new funding round led by a consortium of venture investors. The Cloud is a B2B2C kitchen platform where food businesses can leverage their excess capacity by hosting third party restaurants. The investment, led by Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP) and Olayan Financing Company, […]
Abu Dhabi’s ADQ to invest more than $367mln to fund R&D in tech
UAE investment and holding company ADQ will allocate more than 100 million dirhams ($367.3 million) for research and development (R&D) in the technology sector. ADQ will also allocate additional funds to fast-track the trial and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation through “innovative proof-of-proof concepts and pilots,” the company said in a statement. The […]
Dubai CommerCity announced as title sponsor of Seamless Middle East 2022
Dubai CommerCity is participating as title sponsor in the fourth edition of Seamless Middle East, the largest event for smart payment solutions, e-commerce, and retail, held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 31st May to 1st June. Dubai CommerCity, is a joint venture of the Dubai Airport Free Zone Authority (DAFZA) and the property […]