Technologies

UAE Companies Rapidly Adopting Cloud and Increasing AI Investment to Boost Business Performance, New SAP Survey Shows

  • UAE enterprises are ready to embrace AI, with 67% surveyed already hosting core business functions on cloud, and further 22% planning to do so within 15 months  
  • Improving operational efficiency is the most cited driver for AI adoption
Marwan Zeineddine SAP

Photo: Marwan Zeineddine, Managing Director, SAP UAE

DUBAI, UAE — December 23, 2024 – UAE companies are adopting cloud computing at a high rate and plan significant investment in AI within the next 15 months, a YouGov survey commissioned by SAP shows. The survey examined several key factors for effective AI implementation including whether companies are operating their core business functions on the cloud, the extent of existing AI use, the quality of business data available, and the AI expertise of staff.

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Health Care

خبير في قطاع التصنيع: الذكاء الاصطناعي يعيد تشكيل الاقتصاد العالمي

خبير في قطاع التصنيع: الذكاء الاصطناعي يعيد تشكيل الاقتصاد العالمي

أكد الدكتور عبدالرحيم بن أحمد الفرحان، الخبير في قطاع التصنيع، أنه في ظل التحولات التقنية الكبيرة التي يشهدها العالم، يمثل الذكاء الاصطناعي نقطة تحول فارقة في تاريخ البشرية.

وأوضح الفرحان، أن الذكاء الاصطناعي تجاوز كونه مجرد تقنية جديدة ليصبح مجالًا علميًا وفلسفيًا، يهدف إلى محاكاة العقل البشري ومحاولة فهمه، وهو ما يثير إعجاب العلماء والمفكرين في مختلف أنحاء العالم.

وأشار الفرحان إلى أن الذكاء الاصطناعي ليس فقط نظامًا قادرًا على تنفيذ المهام ولكن لديه قدرة على التعلم والتكيف مع البيئة المحيطة، مما يجعله مشابهًا للقدرات العقلية البشرية، وإن لم يكن مطابقًا لها تمامًا. 

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Technologies

Axis Communications to showcase the future of physical security and safety at Intersec Dubai 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates –December 2024: Axis Communications, the leading innovator in security and network surveillance technologies, will be exhibiting at Intersec Dubai 2025 where the company will showcase product innovations, demonstrate key product offerings, participate in thought leadership events, and engage with stakeholders from across the safety and security industries.

The 26th edition of the premier event will take place from 14 to 16 January 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. “The security landscape is constantly evolving and nowhere is that more apparent with the adoption of intelligent technologies.Backed by our reputation for, quality, reliability, and innovation, we’re ready to explorewhat’s possible and show business, industry, and government leaders the power and impact of Axis,” said Ettiene Van Der Watt, Regional Director for Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa at Axis Communications.

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Technologies

Snowflake Launches in Saudi Arabia with New Middle East HQ

Local Snowflake deployment on Google Cloud enables regional customers, such as Almarai, to maximise data value all while meeting data residency requirements

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 23 December, 2024 – Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, today announced its growing presence in the Middle East with the establishment of a new regional headquarters (RHQ) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and general availability on Google Cloud in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to better meet the Kingdom’s data residency and sovereignty requirements so that data can reside within the country’s borders.

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Food & Dining

A fabulous feast ready for culinary enthusiasts at Dubai’s newest British Brasserie – The Spaniel – at Bluewaters

Indulge in classic British flavours and festive delights at Dubai’s new culinary destination – The Spaniel at Bluewaters Island

Date: Dubai, UAE; December 23, 2024

The holidays are a time to indulge in festive meals, relive cherished traditions, and create lasting memories with loved ones. This Christmas and New Year’s Eve, The Spaniel offers the perfect setting for all your celebrations, combining a welcoming ambience, festive menus, and a touch of British tradition to make your holiday dining experience truly special.

Located at Bluewaters Island, The Spaniel is a charming classic British brasserie that brings the best of traditional British cuisine to Dubai. Whether you’re a connoisseur of British cuisine or an adventurous culinary explorer, The Spaniel’s festive offerings and gourmet menu are sure to please. With classic dishes reimagined and new festive favourites, this British haven is the perfect place to gather with friends, family, or colleagues to mark the most wonderful time of the year.

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