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The UAE continues to solidify its position as a global leader in Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation. The recent announcement by Digital Dubai to develop the Dubai Data and Artificial Intelligence Platform is a testament to the country's commitment to harnessing cutting-edge technology for the future. This platform, being developed in collaboration with Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, will serve as a comprehensive gateway for official data and statistics, enabling seamless access for both government and private entities. Powered by advanced AI and data analytics, it will support Dubai’s ambitious goals under the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), aiming to double the economy within the next decade and make Dubai one of the top three urban economies globally. By investing in scalable, AI-backed infrastructure, the UAE is not only boosting its own digital maturity but also setting a new global benchmark for leveraging data and AI to enhance decision-making, sustainability, and economic growth. This forward-thinking approach ensures the optimal use of resources while fostering innovation and economic dynamism. As we witness these groundbreaking developments, it is clear that the UAE is shaping a future where technology and data are at the heart of progress. Proud to see Dubai leading the charge toward becoming a global digital capital! #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #Dubai #UAE #Innovation #SmartCity #AI #DataTransformation

🌟 Exciting News for Businesses in the UAE! 🌟 On September 30, the UAE Ministry of Economy launched the National Economic Registry (NER) - Growth platform, marking a significant advancement in our country’s economic infrastructure. This new platform represents the largest economic database in the UAE, providing a unified and real-time updated window for information on all commercial licenses for companies across the nation. Key features of the NER - Growth platform include: ✅ Access to over 4,000 economic activities and commercial opportunities across the seven emirates ✅ A reliable database for verifying business information, including company names and trademarks ✅ Market studies and trend analyses to support business growth ✅ Accurate statistics and reports to aid informed decision-making ✅ Digital management of economic activities, leveraging the latest AI technologies The platform aims to link with 100 federal and local entities and offer 500 services in the next two years, streamlining processes and eliminating bureaucratic hurdles. This initiative is a step towards enhancing the competitiveness of the UAE’s economic landscape and improving the delivery of government services. #UAE #NationalEconomicRegistry #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #EconomicDevelopment #AI #GovernmentServices #NERGrowth

🌐 #Observability is becoming increasingly necessary for companies' digitization processes. 👨💻 The UAE government's Digital Economy Strategy aims to double the contribution of the digital economy to the country's GDP in the decade to 2024, so businesses have been moving rapidly towards digitization. As #IT is now the engine that drives business, there is an increasing need to observe and understand what is happening across networks, infrastructures, systems, applications, and databases. 👁️🗨️ As experts, we believe that full #DigitalTransformation must come from understanding what IT tools are doing at any given moment. By providing a complete view of our entire digital ecosystem, observability can uncover new opportunities to further optimize and grow our business. https://brnw.ch/21wNeje

The UAE is setting new standards in service exports with its cutting-edge digital infrastructure. In this article, we discuss how strategic partnerships and advanced technologies are boosting operational efficiency and fostering innovation. Read on: https://lnkd.in/eW-PYZw4

"We the UAE for Strategic Intelligence 2031" initiative will use AI, international expertise, and global data sources to provide strategic intelligence to policy makers and government leaders. The platform: - Leverages AI and data from over 2,500 international experts and 450 global sources. - Provides strategic intelligence & analysis for priority sectors under 'We the UAE 2031' vision. - Aims to enhance government readiness, strategic thinking and become a global foresight hub. The agreement was signed at WEF 2024 by Huda Al Hashimi, Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Affairs, and Stephan Mergenthaler, Head of Strategic Intelligence at World Economic Forum. The new project’s features will include: - AI-powered strategic design model - Interactive analytical maps for decision-makers - Access to latest research, trends & scenarios The platform represents a collaborative effort to address global challenges, drive innovation, and shape a promising future through multi-stakeholder cooperation. The UAE's business-friendly environment, including low taxes and robust support for entrepreneurs, presents promising opportunities for companies looking to establish or relocate operations. Visit https://lnkd.in/gcWZRgvU , where we’ll help you set up and manage an UAE business. #UPPERSETUP #uaebusiness

UAE’s Business Evolution: Licenses in Minutes! ⏱️ Gone are the days when investors had to wait days to obtain a business license. The UAE is rapidly transforming its business environment to cater to investors more efficiently. Sharjah Publishing City (SPC) Freezone recently made headlines by issuing a trade license in under 3 minutes – a world-first powered by AI technology! 🌐✨ Developed by Microsoft, Invest in Sharjah, and SPC, this groundbreaking advancement highlights how UAE is pioneering investor-friendly innovations. With such evolving, robust processes, we are witnessing the birth of an ecosystem that empowers investors to establish and grow seamlessly in the region. 🌍💼 Stay tuned for more enhancements that make doing business in the UAE quicker and smoother than ever! 📈🔑 #InvestinUAE..👍🏻

The IDC | MEA Saudi Arabia CIO Summit has become a vital platform for IT leaders and decision-makers to explore emerging trends and share insights on the challenges and opportunities brought by technological advancements. 

Testament to Dubai’s commitment to pioneering the #FutureofDigitalInnovation. Aligned with its ambitious Dubai Economic Agenda #D33, this visionary roadmap propels Dubai to the forefront of technological advancement, as the scion for #SustainableEconomicGrowth in the #DigitalAge.   Core to this strategy is enhanced collaboration across stakeholders, to be able to attract investment in AI-driven data infrastructure - a sector poised for exponential global growth. By laying the groundwork for data centre infrastruture to be tailored for #ResponsibeAI environments, Dubai is framing the context to become a magnet for global investment - paving the way for substantial #EconomicImpact, including an anticipated AED 14.3Bn in #GrossValueAdded (GVA) by 2028. The Strategic Vision for the #DataCentreEconomy outlines its contribution to the #KnowledgeEconomy even as it defines targets to nurture a talent base of #SubjectMatterExperts. This blueprint for the future of Dubai’s digital landscape, integrates AI-backed data centres into the city’s economic fabric, setting a benchmark for how cities can leverage emerging technologies to build resilient, future-proofed economies. Guided by the visionary #DubaiLeadership - this strategy ensures that Dubai remains at the cutting edge of global digital innovation, charting a course towards digital supremacy in an increasingly hyper-connected future.   #DigitalInnovation #DataCentreEconomy #AI #GlobalLeadership #TechTransformation #EconomicGrowth #FutureOfWork #SmartCities   https://lnkd.in/dB8AMMKg    

We are thrilled to announce that VAST Data, a global leader in AI technology solutions, has officially set up its regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia! This important strategic move reflects our commitment to Saudi Arabia and the wider region and aligns perfectly with the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030. We have chosen to announce this LEAP Saudi where the pace of digital transformation, GenAI adoption and implementation, and the positive impact on the future of the country are on show. LEAP Saudi expects to see onsite investment deals worth $4.5 trillion further illustrating the influence it has on the region. VAST understands the importance of being at the centre of this and investing in our presence and on-ground teams to service and support this innovation and growth. With our focus on building the ONLY data platform that can match the ambition of AI-era companies, we are well placed to support the strides being made and adding value to both public sector and private enterprise. Here are some key highlights: 1. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030: As part of the nation’s transformative vision, Saudi Arabia aims to have 480 companies open regional HQs by 2030. By establishing our headquarters here, we contribute to this vision and play a pivotal role in the country’s economic growth 2. LEAP Saudi: The latest statistics from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) reveal remarkable progress. From the FDI index for 2022 to the Q3 2023 data, Saudi Arabia continues to attract global investments and foster a thriving business environment 3. Our presence in the heart of Riyadh positions us to be part of this success story. Join Us on this Journey: As we embark on this exciting chapter, we invite you to connect with us, collaborate, and explore opportunities. Together, we will help shape the future of technology, innovation, and prosperity in Saudi Arabia and beyond. #VASTSaudiHQ #SaudiVision2030 #Innovation #Growth #TechLeadership #LEAP24 #SaudiTechInvestments #Innovation #DigitalTransformation Learn more about VAST Data: www.vastdata.com

After a gap of a few years, I have paid two visits to #Saudi in the past few weeks, and I can sense the excitement for # AI is in the air. Both the #GlobalAISummit and #FII8 had a strong focus on all aspects of AI, including world-leading practitioners/researchers as speakers/panelists. Similar to how #India leapfrogged the telecom revolution and moved from dismal landline numbers to becoming a world leader in mobile, I see the same happening in #Saudi with #AI. The future is going to be very exciting indeed.... #Saudi #GlobalAISummit #FII8 #ai