In 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a regional leader in advancing artificial intelligence (AI) education and workforce development, setting the pace for the entire Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Through nationwide initiatives and cross-GCC collaborations, the country is rapidly training students, professionals, and government officials to prepare for an AI-driven future. UAE…
In 2025, scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) unveiled a groundbreaking artificial intelligence system capable of predicting harmful solar winds up to four days in advance. Unlike conventional AI models that rely on text data, this system analyzes high-resolution images of the Sun, offering unprecedented accuracy in forecasting space weather events. The findings,…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a back-office tool, it is the engine of a new global economy. In 2025, AI is transforming industries, reshaping value chains, and creating winners and losers on a scale unseen since the industrial revolution. From GDP growth projections to business model reinvention, AI is redefining how companies operate, innovate,…
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is witnessing a financial revolution. In 2025, FinTech startups across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain are transforming banking, payments, and financial services, leveraging digital technologies and blockchain to offer faster, more inclusive, and innovative solutions. The region’s FinTech ecosystem is expected to grow at a compound annual…
Technology has always promised to make life easier, but in recent years it has begun to do something far more profound: make life fairer. Across the world, people with disabilities are finding new opportunities to learn, work, and connect, thanks to advances in artificial intelligence. From voice-to-text software to adaptive prosthetics, AI is not just…
Abu Dhabi is rapidly emerging as a powerhouse in artificial intelligence, with the number of AI-focused companies in the city increasing by an impressive 61% in 2025. Over 150 new firms have been launched this year, reflecting the emirate’s growing appeal to technology entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators. What makes this growth particularly remarkable is the…
The world’s largest technology companies are entering a new era of competition, fueled by massive investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure. In 2025, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Alphabet are expected to spend nearly $400 billion collectively on AI-focused capital expenditures. This amount not only surpasses the European Union’s annual defense budget but signals the start of…
With long-term planning, strong public-private partnerships, and significant capital investment, the GCC is creating a thriving environment for AI adoption and innovation.
Affaan is the Founder & CEO of IntelliDent AI, an AI-powered oral health diagnostics platform based in Dubai. His work blends engineering precision with human-centric design, aiming to make quality healthcare accessible, affordable, and scalable.
Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, the third and final phase of Fujairah’s Young Techpreneurs initiative was launched on July 13 and will run until Thursday, July 17. The final phase will take place at Zayed Complex in Fujairah, following the same arrangements as the previous sessions. There is great anticipation as participants aim to transform their acquired digital skills into real entrepreneurial ventures.
