FLORIDA: NASA Europa Clipper spacecraft — designed to explore its namesake for potentially habitable ocean worlds, Jupiter’s moon Europa — launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket Monday at 12:06 p.m. ET from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. The long-anticipated lift-off, initially scheduled for October 10, was delayed by Hurricane Milton. But crews on-site […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Government is making a notable presence at GITEX Global 2024 with a premier hackathon and innovative AI projects aimed at positioning the emirate as a global leader in AI-driven governance. Under the theme “Towards an AI-native Government,” more than 30 Abu Dhabi government entities and partners showcased their initiatives at […]
DUBAI: Digital Dubai has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft UAE to enhance collaboration in technological innovations and their effective application. This partnership aims to facilitate institutional integration among government entities and the residents of Dubai. The signing ceremony occurred on the Digital Dubai platform within the Dubai Government Pavilion at GITEX Global […]
SHARJAH: The Digital Sharjah Department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft to launch a national initiative aimed at training government employees in Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills. This collaboration reflects Sharjah’s commitment to using advanced technology for community development and sustainable progress. The initiative will provide AI training to employees across various government […]
Today, Instagram turns 14! Since it first launched in 2010, this app has completely changed the way we communicate with photos and videos, becoming one of the biggest social media platforms in the world with over a billion users. Instagram was created by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger as a simple photo-sharing app. The idea […]
Scientists, using data from NASA’s MESSENGER spacecraft, believe that Mercury’s unique features, like its dark surface and dense core, are linked to its carbon-rich past. Mercury, the smallest planet in our solar system, may be hiding a surprising secret: a 10-mile-thick diamond layer beneath its surface. Also read: UN calls for halting escalation in Middle […]
A hacker, known by the handle 7h3h4ckv157, recently shared on social media platform X that they had discovered security vulnerabilities within NASA’s systems. The hacker informed the space agency directly about these issues, allowing NASA time to address the gaps before going public. In a post, they wrote, “I hacked @NASA (again) and reported some […]
ABU DHABI: As per agency reports, talks are underway to locally manufacture Earth observation satellites, advancing the commitment of UAE to innovation and space technology development. Also read: Over 400 relics items from South China Sea make debut in Hainan Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Yahsat Satellite Services, said that Foresight-1 is a significant achievement, […]
Dell Technologies empowers UAE organizations to build modern AI-driven workplaces Dubai: Dell Technologies is making significant strides in the realm of AI with the introduction of the most comprehensive portfolio of AI PCs and workstations in the market. Setting a new benchmark for battery life, productivity, security, and performance, the PCs are tailored to meet […]
Dubai, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has unveiled six exciting new features for Expand North Star 2024, the world’s biggest gathering for startups and investors. Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, this unique event […]
WETEX: The 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2024 will host numerous global companies specialising in digital transformation and smart net-zero buildings. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organises WETEX annually under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler […]
