DUBAI: Digital Dubai is taking practical steps to implement the Strategic Vision for the Data Centre Economy in Dubai, in collaboration with government and private sector partners. This vision, approved by The Executive Council, aims to make Dubai a leader in future economies supported by emerging technologies. It aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, […]
RIYADH: The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) recently captured an amazing sky event: the waning crescent moon lined up with Mars, Jupiter, Aldebaran, and the Pleiades star cluster. This celestial alignment was visible to the naked eye and could be seen from 2:30 am in the Northern Border region until dawn. The alignment of the waning […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has started testing a new smart inspection vehicle. This vehicle uses advanced technology and cameras to monitor rail areas, looking out for violations, restricted activities, and any damage. The goal of this new vehicle is to make the daily inspection of Dubai Metro and Tram networks easier and […]
WASHINGTON: New studies using AI show that climate change is making days longer on Earth and causing the planet to wobble more. Researchers used a smart program that combines real-world data with physics to predict these changes. The length of a day on Earth is about 86,400 seconds, but this can change by tiny fractions […]
TOKYO: A clinical study of artificial red blood cells that can be stored for transfusions in times of emergency will begin in Japan by next March, according to Nara Medical University. The university aims to put the artificial cells into practical use by around 2030, it said in early July, in what would likely be […]
TRENDS research study highlights role of drones in redefining rules of warfare ABU DHABI: A recent study by TRENDS Research and Advisory addressed the transformation being witnessed in battlefields due to drones, which have begun to play a pivotal role in modern conflicts. The English-language study, titled “The Golden Age of Drones: Military UAV Strategic […]
DUBAI: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), shared that DEWA has now installed over one million smart water meters across Dubai. By June 2024, every water meter in the city is smart, meeting top international standards. Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s work to improve its smart systems […]
GENEVA: In Switzerland, a big change is on the horizon for assisted dying as The Last Resort organisation considering plans to introduce the Sarco capsule. This futuristic-looking, portable suicide pod is designed to help people end their lives peacefully by reducing oxygen through nitrogen deprivation. Costing $20 per use, it aims to provide a dignified […]
MUMBAI: Widespread outages of Microsoft 365 applications disrupted operations for banks, airlines, television networks, and healthcare systems globally. The issues, stemming from a technical glitch in CrowdStrike’s antivirus software used by Microsoft, led to thousands of flight cancellations and delays, impacting both public and retail services. No delays at Sharjah Airport and Emirates during global […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) has just wrapped up its Roadshow in the United States. The roadshow aimed to explore new opportunities for innovative research collaborations in weather enhancement, particularly through rain enhancement technologies. During this event, they officially launched a research project led by Professor Will Cantrell from […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received the SAS UAE Award for Innovative Transportation AI Use Cases. This award recognises RTA’s efforts in using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for traffic management and developing various AI-based solutions through partnerships with the private sector and agreements with leading global companies. RTA’s success in winning this award […]
