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Cyprus Digital Leaders Nicodemos Damianou, PhD and Demetris Skourides are experienced thought leaders in the industry, that are driving the adoption of modern emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain by not only Cyprus but the whole Middle East region and ecosystems. Their efforts are bringing the regional talent and cutting edge ideas to international prominence.

Exciting session today on "Enhancing the Public Sector Efficiency Leveraging AI" with Cyprus’ digital leaders Demetris Skourides Nicodemos Damianou, PhD at the Dubai AI & Web3 Festival. Demetris Skourides, the Chief Scientist of Cyprus, has made significant strides in positioning the country as a growing hub for technology and innovation and has been instrumental in driving the national agenda on artificial intelligence and fostering collaboration between government, academia, and industry. Today’s participation is testament to how Cyprus' digital leaders continue to shape Cyprus’ digital future, not only through fostering innovation but also positioning Cyprus as a growing player in the global tech landscape. #InnovationLeadership #AIandTech #CyprusTechHub #DigitalTransformation #ResearchAndInnovation #TechLeadership #StartupEcosystem #FutureOfAI #TechForSociety #Cyprus #Dubai #UAE #DAWF #DubaiAIWeb3

Meet Dian,  an AI-powered assistant ready to answer all your tourism questions! Recently, at the Indonesian Tourism Outlook (ITO) 2025 event, Feedloop AI proudly unveiled Dian, our advanced AI-based Virtual Assistant designed to transform the tourism sector. As the latest innovation from our AI development labs, Dian is crafted to provide responsive and detailed assistance to tourism-related inquiries, setting a new standard for customer service within the industry. Dian is not just another digital tool; it embodies our commitment to enhancing user experiences by integrating cutting-edge AI technology with real-world applications. This launch marks a significant milestone in our journey towards revolutionizing how 60% of industry players are expected to use AI by 2025 to enhance efficiency and tourist experiences. By understanding and responding to the unique needs of each user, Dian brings a personalized touch to digital interaction, promising a more engaging and satisfying user experience. We are excited to see how Dian will empower the tourism industry, enhance visitor experiences, and drive innovation in one of Indonesia's key economic sectors. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push the boundaries of AI and explore new opportunities to add value to the tourism industry. #ArtificialIntelligence #TourismInnovation #FeedloopAI #VirtualAssistant #ITO2025

AI and Web3 are driving innovation by combining AI's data processing and decision-making capabilities with Web3's decentralized, transparent, and secure frameworks. This synergy enhances data handling, fosters trust, and opens new avenues for technological advancements, reshaping industries and economic growth. Dubai #AI and #Web3 Festival is the place to start, if you want to harness the capabilities of these two amazing technologies!

AI in Tourism: A Game-Changer or Hype? Join our session on how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the Hospitality and Tourism sectors. Register now to secure your spot! Mark Your Calendar on 9th December #THM_PUA #ifsti2024 #SustainableTourism #EventsManagement #MICE #TourismIndustry #Alexandria #Egypt #AI #AgileEventsIndustry #Networking #Innovation

🖥️ Today, Nicholas Hall presented at the UN Tourism-European Travel Commission DataLab Webinar: Discovering AI and its Usage in Tourism, alongside Alejandro Mullor, Worldwide Tourism Lead at Microsoft, and Abigail Sigüenza, Director of Strategic Marketing at MADRID DESTINO CULTURA TURISMO Y NEGOCIO SA. Nick highlighted the applications of AI in tourism research and how it enables DMOs to obtain more granular insights. He covered topics such as: 🔎The rapid rise of AI searches by travellers and their shifting behaviour 🤝 The value of researchers collaborating on AI model development 📈 The potential of AI to summarise complex data for industry 🔓 In addition, Nick stressed that while AI unlocks valuable knowledge, a long-term strategy and investment are crucial for DMOs to maximise its potential. #AI #DMO #TourismResearch #Technology #Innovation #DataScience #PredictiveAnalytics #Forecasting #ReshapingTravel

It comes as no surprise that the ITB Berlin dedicates a whole track to AI in the travel industry. Many still seem to believe that AI is expensive, hard to implement and mostly for the giants in the industry. But AI's potential to level the playing field is immense, offering smaller companies the leverage to compete with larger counterparts in an unprecedented manner. It's the biggest game changer! This technological shift also changes the demands on the workforce, creating an environment where adaptability and innovation become key. The integration of AI within the tourism sector is reshaping the workforce landscape. While automation may reduce the need for certain roles, it also creates demand for a new skill sets. Employees are moving away from routine, manual tasks to more strategic and creative roles. When done well, AI frees up human capital to focus on areas where they add the most value, such as customer service excellence, experience design, and strategic planning. There's a growing need for professionals who can blend traditional hospitality skills with digital proficiency. This lack of skills may actually be the biggest challenge the tourism sector is facing globally! The most successful implementations of AI are those where humans and machines collaborate. Employees who understand how to leverage AI to enhance their work, improve customer experiences, and drive efficiency are invaluable. It's about finding ways to use AI's capabilities to amplify human potential, not replace it! #itbberlin #itbberlin2024 #ai #artificialintelligence #tourism #digitaltourism

✨ And you, how do you see AI impacting tourism and hospitality? ✨ In my latest article for Al Amrakamy, I explored the many ways AI is transforming the tourism industry, from personalizing customer experiences to optimizing operations. But I’d love to hear your thoughts! 🤔💬 👉 In your opinion, which AI technology or trend will have the greatest impact on the future of tourism? 👉 What challenges do you think the industry will need to overcome to achieve this transformation? I’d be delighted to read your ideas and experiences in the comments! Let’s share our perspectives to enrich this conversation on the future of tourism. 🌍💼 📖 Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/eG_ceMJp Link to article #Tourism #AI #LuxuryHospitality #Innovation #YourOpinionMatters #latifazenaina

#AI to transform and grow the tourism sector: AI stands to revolutionize customer and guest experiences within the #tourism industry, ushering in an era of enhanced satisfaction, personalized interactions and streamlined services. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of positioning Saudi Arabia as a global tourist destination, the Kingdom's significant surge in tourist arrivals reflects its commitment to excellence. By integrating AI technologies, Saudi Arabia can further elevate its tourism offerings, driving economic growth and global recognition. IBM has been helping enterprises apply trusted governed AI in this space for more than a decade and generative AI has further potential to significantly transform customer and field service with the ability to understand complex inquiries and generate more human-like, conversational responses. Through AI-powered technologies, tourism organizations can anticipate and cater to the evolving needs and preferences of travelers, ultimately elevating their overall experience. From the moment a potential traveler begins their journey of exploration to the post-trip feedback stage, AI interventions can profoundly impact various touchpoints along the way. The synergy between AI and human representatives marks a significant milestone in the evolution of customer service. As organizations embrace AI as a co-pilot in customer interactions, frontline workers are empowered with real-time insights and support, elevating their effectiveness in addressing customer queries and concerns. #AIforBusiness #watsonx #IBM #Vision2030 #AI4Good #GenAI #Chatbots #ConversationalAI

I feel therefore I am. I have the privilege of speaking about #artificialintelligence with regards to the Traveller Journey at Arabian Travel Market this year on the Future Stage in #Dubai on 8th May. With the exponential rate of change with artificial intelligence right now, it is crucial for everyone in #travel and #tourism to be clear about what they can and can't control. We are all witnessing the most consequential change to our existence and very soon, for the first time in humanity, we will no longer be the smartest beings on the planet by a long shot and the best thing we can do is to ensure we are putting good information into our source data from which AI is learning. New tools emerge on a daily basis to help us create copy, digital media including creative imagery & video as well as personalised content and itineraries. While we are quick to harness the immense power that AI brings to our productivity and fortunes, we should also keep humanity at the heart of our experiences. https://lnkd.in/ghAzdMRY #atmdubai #ai #aitour #dataanalytics #innovation World Travel Market (WTM) London #destinationmarketing #destinationmanagement #generativeai Geotourist