Saad Al-Azmi, Assistant Undersecretary for Media Services at the Ministry of Information, highlighted the importance of adapting to digital intelligence advancements in the media sector during the ASBU meeting. The focus on AI aims to enhance Arab media institutions, improve citizen services, and support training initiatives across the region.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has partnered with Google Cloud to establish a global AI hub near Dammam. This collaboration aims to enhance the local workforce with AI programs and improve digital payment solutions. The initiative underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to becoming a leading player in the AI sector.
Jazz has partnered with NUST and NITB to develop Pakistan’s first locally developed Large Language Model (LLM). This initiative aims to create AI solutions tailored to the country’s unique cultural and linguistic diversity, enhancing efficiency for government, businesses, and citizens while promoting digital inclusion across various sectors.
Presight has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Viettel AI to foster collaboration in Applied AI and digital transformation initiatives. The agreement aims to leverage technology and data to address challenges in transportation, safety, and environmental sustainability, enhancing the capabilities of both organizations.
e& UAE has launched a suite of AI-powered solutions in partnership with Microsoft to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The offerings, including Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Azure, aim to enhance productivity, improve customer experiences, and drive sustainable growth through AI integration and skilling initiatives.
Qatar University announces the third annual AI Week, starting November 12, 2024, sponsored by Vodafone Qatar. This event aims to engage students with cutting-edge AI technologies and facilitate interactions with experts, enhancing their readiness for global technological advancements.
World Summit AI (WSAI) is set to debut in the MENA region on December 10-11, 2024, in Doha, Qatar. Organized by InspiredMinds and supported by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the summit will focus on AI advancements, human-AI convergence, and Qatar’s National AI Strategy under the theme “Putting Humanity at the Heart of AI.”
The Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU) is embracing artificial intelligence to enhance digital media capabilities. Saad Nafel Al-Azmi highlighted the growing interest in AI during a recent meeting, emphasizing the Union’s commitment to innovation, including training programs and competitions to advance new media in the Arab world.
At the Intersec 2025 Summit in Dubai, global experts will discuss AI’s dual role in cybersecurity, focusing on enhancing defenses against increasingly sophisticated AI-driven threats.
The United Arab Emirates University has launched its Artificial Intelligence Agenda for 2025-2031, aimed at enhancing academic and research programs. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s national AI strategy, focusing on equipping future generations with essential technological skills and establishing the university as a leader in AI integration.
