Maori-led AI initiative can revolutionize language preservation, says Peter-Lucas Jones
Davos, Switzerland -- Peter-Lucas Jones, a Kaitaia native, who has been listed in the prestigious Time100 AI 2024 List, was...
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Women in Tech Global and UN Women launch “Beyond Ceilings” campaign on women’s empowerment
The "Beyond Ceilings" campaign urges people to confront and challenge the glass ceiling, and reminds the audience of the vast possibilities that await women once they overcome...
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WEF24: Understanding regional nuances key to success
Industries are increasingly investing in transformative technologies, including cybersecurity, sustainable solutions and AI, Sapthagiri Chapalapalli tells TRENDS in an interview.
- Industries are increasingly investing in transformative technologies, including cybersecurity, sustainable solutions and AI, Sapthagiri Chapalapalli tells TRENDS.
- Proactive approach in building reference architectures and industry-specific AI use cases positions TCS as a leader in designing tomorrow's technology, he adds.
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EU gives accent to landmark rules on artificial intelligence
Brussels, Belgium - The European Union's 27 member states on Friday approved landmark rules on reining in artificial intelligence, passing a key...
- Brussels first proposed an AI law in 2021 but spent most of last year racing to greenlight the draft text after chatbot ChatGPT exploded onto the scene.
- EU ambassadors finally signed off on the text during a meeting Friday in Brussels, after French and German concerns were assuaged.
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UAE signs pact to develop digital infrastructure in Greece
ABU DHABI, UAE - The Ministry of Investment of the UAE and the Ministry of Digital Governance of the Hellenic...
- Data centers to be developed under this MoU can reach a total capacity of 500 megawatts.
- The data center market in Greece has witnessed significant growth in the last few years.
The DCO Council announces multilateral initiatives to bridge digital divide
Manama, Bahrain - The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), a global intergovernmental organization dedicated to fostering digital prosperity for all by...
- Topics of discussion included cross-border market growth; the value of data; human-centric and sustainable digital economy
- The DCO Council also announced the joining of Bangladesh, Qatar, and Greece as the new member states
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Rise of GenAI boosts phishing threats during holidays
The sophistication of GenAI-driven phishing attacks requires robust security, including advanced DDoS protection and proactive cyber resilience strategies, says an...
- The sophistication of GenAI-driven phishing attacks requires robust security, including advanced DDoS protection and proactive cyber resilience strategies, says an expert.
- Emad Fahmy of NETSCOUT recommends establishing strong passwords, exercising caution online, and extensive use of VPNs to enhance cybersecurity amid rising threats.
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Over 70 percent of musicians fear AI, says French-German study
PARIS, FRANCE - More than two-thirds of musicians fear that artificial intelligence will make it impossible to make a living, according...
- The report found that 35 percent were already using AI in a "large number of areas related to music creation".
- The report added that estimated incomes would fall 27 percent by 2028, equivalent to some US$2.9 billion.
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Dubai RTA awards US$95m contract to upgrade ticketing system
DUBAI, UAE - Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract to upgrade the existing nol (card-based ticketing...
- The aim is upgrade the existing card-based ticketing system to an account based ticketing system, aligning with the top global practices.
- It seeks to develop a flexible and 100 percent scalable digital infrastructure, ensuring 100 percent fintech integration in mobility solutions.
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SIB, Noqodi sign agreement
The Noqodi platform will enable digital payments.
- This pact aims to improve digital and electronic payment offerings available to SIB's corporate and individual business customers.
- SIB's business clients will gain access to a broader range of digital payment solutions for seamless fee payments across various products.
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Cisco identifies major AI trends for 2024
DUBAI, UAE – Developments in Artificial intelligence (AI) have been impacting businesses, governments and economies across the world. Advancements in...
- The Cisco index focuses on what organizations can do to adopt AI in 2024.
- It also says how innovators can leverage that technology to remain competitive.
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Vodafone Qatar 2023 profit up
The 2023 net profit of Vodafone Qatar increased to $148 million.
- Vodafone Qatar’s net profit for the nine months ending September 2023 reached US$107 million.
- This reflects a growth of 17.3 percent compared to the same period in 2022, mainly driven by higher EBITDA.
Maori-led AI initiative can revolutionize language preservation, says Peter-Lucas Jones
Davos, Switzerland -- Peter-Lucas Jones, a Kaitaia native, who has been listed in the prestigious Time100 AI 2024 List, was...
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Bayanat, Yahsat shareholders to vote on merger and creation of SPACE42 on April 25
ABU DHABI, UAE – Bayanat AI PLC and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company each issued a circular on Thursday calling...
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White House announces $20bn in grants, loans to boost Intel chip production
Washington, United States - The White House unveiled almost $20 billion in new grants and loans Wednesday to support Intel's US...
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Gemini’s inaccurate AI racial images warn of tech titans’ power
AUSTIN, US – For people at the trend-setting tech festival here, the scandal that erupted after Google's Gemini chatbot cranked out...
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Cyber insurance shapes the future of cybersecurity
Cyber insurance, particularly around ransomware, is moving towards a world where insured businesses have strong cyber resilience, well-defined disaster recovery...
- Rising cyber-attack and ransomware effectiveness boosts demand for cyber insurance, leading to increased premiums and stricter coverage rules amid impact on businesses.
- Business risks have evolved from physical to digital, propelling cyber insurance toward a predicted $84.62 billion industry by 2030, highlighting the sector's rapid growth.
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Potential investors value Telegram at $30bn, says co-founder Pavel Durov
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – The Telegram is valued by potential investors at more than US$30 billion, the co-founder of the social...
- The US$30 billion valuation was made by global technology funds in particular, Durov said.
- The Telegram will consider the sale of a portion of shares to its standing users, the businessman added.
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Abu Dhabi launches technology investment company MGX
ABU DHABI, UAE – The Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC) announced on Monday the creation of MGX, a...
- Mubadala and G42 will serve as foundational partners in the creation of the new company.
- MGX will invest to accelerate the development and adoption of AI and advanced technologies.