In this episode of AB in Focus, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa interviews Fadi Pharaon, President of Ericsson Middle East and Africa, at GITEX
GITEX Global
Arab Health
UAE economy thriving across various sectors as GDP grows over 22% since 2021
UAE hosting major events and conferences as economy is thriving
Abu dhabi tourism
DCT Abu Dhabi, Microsoft signs MoU to explore generative AI, cloud computing for tourism
The collaboration aims to drive digital transformation, redefine the landscape of the culture and tourism industry as well as foster innovation and enhance knowledge
delivery services
Dubai ‘perfect choice’ for ride-hailing app Yango to set up global office
The company’s presence in Dubai is expected to enrich the tech sector, empower local talent, foster innovation, and facilitate global knowledge exchange
Dubai
edge Technology Leadership Awards Awards 2023 winners revealed
The ceremony saw several visionary technology pioneers and innovators in attendance
digital transformation
Zoho drives digitisation in UAE businesses with AED43mn investments
To date, the company has helped close to 5,000 small, medium and large local businesses move their operations to the cloud
Artificial intelligence
Dubai Police’s virtual officer Amna wows visitors at GITEX 2023
The futuristic virtual officer of Dubai Police can speak in English and Arabic and assists the public using voice commands to complete transactions
GITEX
UAE ministry offers 100 government services in less than 4 minutes
UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment upgrades digital services to slash waiting times
Abu Dhabi
Presight platform to incorporate advanced flood monitor and earthquake detection
The Abu Dhabi-based company signs MoUs with Japan’s NEC and Singapore’s DeepTech Engineering to add to its capabilities
Dubai
Kerala startups make a strong presence at GITEX Global 2023
KSUM CEO Anoop Ambika expresses confidence in GITEX Global 2023 as an opportunity for Kerala startups
GITEX
UAE and Saudi Arabia lead $1.4bn MENA venture capital funding boom
UAE and Saudi Arabia dominate VC funding in MENA region
crime
Dubai Police robocop patrol detects crime, uses facial recognition tech and has detachable drone
Dubai introduces crime-fighting robot patrol vehicle with facial recognition and drone technology
Dubai
GITEX 2023: Dubai’s RTA announces traffic management and mobility plan
Announced on Sunday, the plan consists of traffic diversions, public transport, taxi provisions, parking spots and more
AI
Dubai’s Gitex Global and Expand North Star showcase AI technology
Dubai tech events show off advancements in AI technology
Artificial intelligence
Re-imagining the intelligent network: A roadmap
With the right solutions in place, network management can be easy while driving highly impactful outcomes for businesses
AI
Techs in the city: Gitex Global and Expand North Star in Dubai 35% up on last year
Gitex Global and Expand North Star to attract thousands of visitors to massive exhibition space
