Tech Revolt

Highlights included a session on ‘AI for Marketing’ by Julian Weiland, MBA, CEO of The Scale Company, which provided insights on how artificial intelligence is optimising processes, enhancing product customisation, and refining quality standards in the industry. Furthermore, the Hub Forum had Abdullah Al Khateeb, Managing Director and Ritesh Gupta, Area Sales Manager, Ittihad Paper Mill LLC where they discussed ‘Integrating best practices in paper manufacturing; innovations and opportunities’, outlining the innovative practices adopted by the company, as the largest printing and writing paper production facility in the MENA region. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gY7z9-C7 #AI #Innovation #Manufacturing

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) will host its first annual Open Source AI Summit in Abu Dhabi, gathering top AI scientists to explore open-source AI's role in fostering global equity, safety, and ethical governance. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gA87RGWs Dr. Najwa A., CEO of TII, emphasized the summit’s pivotal role, stating, “The Open Source AI Summit Abu Dhabi represents a defining moment in shaping a future where AI is accessible and beneficial to everyone. By bringing together the brightest minds from global institutions, we aim to foster collaboration that transcends borders, with equity and safety at its core. This is not just about advancing technology, but ensuring its ethical deployment for humanity’s benefit.” #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Technology #AbuDhabi

During his address, which was entitled – ‘Fast-tracking Technology Through Revolutionising Safety and Efficiency’, Mitchell, emphasised how the practical implementation of AI and predictive tools can improve efficiency and safety in the workplace. He stressed the benefits of digitalisation and the core areas that a digital mindset could be applied to improve HSE. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gHj-j8F5 “Incorporating digital HSE solutions offers a route to a safer workplace, augmented compliance, fewer incidents, and heightened operational efficiency. However, prudent planning and implementation, grounded in a profound understanding of organisational requirements and challenges, are vital prerequisites for success,” said Ryan Mitchell, PMP, CIWFM, head of QHSEW at Farnek Services LLC #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Digitalisation #HealthandSafety #Technology #SmartTechnology

#ICYMI - The Middle East is rapidly emerging as a leading hub for AI innovation, fueled by bold investments aimed at transforming industries and improving quality of life. Qatar, guided by its National Vision 2030, is positioning itself as a global AI leader, and the exclusive launch of WSAI Qatar cements its role on the international stage. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gXHb86Th Sarah Porter, CEO and Founder of InspiredMinds!, stated, “The InspiredMinds community is a powerful collection of human minds in AI. We’re thrilled to partner with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Qatar, to bring this critical event to Doha. It’s an essential time for the future of AI, and inclusivity remains a key focus for us.” #ArtificialIntelligence #IoT #Qatar #WorldAISummit #Technology

Aleph Group, Inc, a global network of digital experts, is expanding its partnership with Reddit, Inc. to support advertisers and agencies in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt, building on successful launches across Central Europe, Central Asia, and APAC. Read More: https://lnkd.in/egZuQxWm “As Reddit continues its international growth, extending our collaboration with Aleph in the Middle East is key to bringing our mission of community and empowerment to this dynamic market,” said Brandon Pierce, Head of Global Ads Partnerships. “We are thrilled to deepen our collaboration with Reddit. Our strong presence and reputation in the market, particularly in the dynamic MENA and Gulf region, have fostered the growth of such valuable partnerships, for which we are incredibly grateful,” said Aleph MENAT Managing Director, Mohamed Megahed. #Digital #Advertising #Technology #SaudiArabia #UAE #Egypt

Thoma Bravo announces an agreement to sell a significant minority stake in Qlik to the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), while retaining majority ownership and committing additional equity to reinforce Qlik’s leadership in real-world AI solutions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gzWgd8xs Mike Capone, CEO of Qlik, said, “We look forward to accelerating Qlik’s impact in the era of AI and welcome ADIA into our next phase of growth. Our team has seized the AI opportunity, grounded in a commitment to strong partnerships, customer success, and solutions that drive real competitive advantage. These principles have fueled our growth and enabled us to deliver meaningful, tangible value from data and analytics.” “It has been a pleasure to work alongside Mike and the Qlik team to establish it as a leader in data integration, data quality, analytics, and AI. We are thrilled to continue this journey alongside Qlik, and now with ADIA, to drive further innovation,” added Seth Boro, a Managing Partner at Thoma Bravo. “Through a forward-focused strategy and execution, Qlik has become invaluable to enterprises seeking to create more value from their data.” #AI #CloudTechnology #DataIntegration #Digital

Singapore-based dltledgers is transforming fintech and sustainable finance in the GCC, using advanced logistics and supply chain technology. Its Proteus platform enables real-time collaboration and data-sharing, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and cost savings across multi-party ecosystems in trade networks. Read More: https://lnkd.in/geSG4dtR #FinTech #Logistics #SupplyChain #Technologies #Innovation

Visa announced that it has made strategic investments in four startups—Oze, Workpay, OkHi Smart Addressing, and ORDA—that completed its inaugural Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator program. These investments highlight Visa’s continued commitment to advancing digital innovation in Africa, supporting the growth of fintech across the continent, and promoting financial inclusion and access. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gCR3PsMr Godfrey Sullivan, Senior Vice President of Products, Partnerships and Digital Solutions for Visa CEMEA, said “These investments mark a substantial step for Visa – we are once again standing behind our commitment to innovation in Africa, helping to shape the future of digital payments alongside some of the brightest fintech minds that the continent has to offer. Visa sees each investment as a unique opportunity to drive financial access and inclusion, and we are proud to support these start-ups as they realize their vision for a more connected Africa.” #Digitalisation #FinTech #Innovation #Africa #Technology #Finance

Outsized’s latest feature, Perks, addresses inefficiencies faced by independent professionals who spend hours navigating tools to boost productivity. As PwC notes, 61% of Middle Eastern professionals see mastering new tech as essential for success, making Perks a timely solution. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gHKd3hQS Azeem Zainulbhai, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Outsized, commented: “At Outsized, our vision has always been to serve both the on-demand talent community and our clients fairly. As agile workforce models continue to grow in popularity, we recognise the increasing demand for reliable, high-quality tools and resources to support the independent community." #TalentManagement #FutureOfWork #DigitalTransformation #OnDemandTalent

SteerAI, backed by the Advanced Technology Research Council’s VentureOne, has partnered with the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) to supply autonomy kits for AI-driven Super Formula cars. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gmG2faFB Reda Nidhakou, the Acting CEO of VentureOne, said: “SteerAI’s collaboration with A2RL marks a significant step in autonomous mobility technology, showcasing the UAE’s leadership in AI and mobility solutions. Our kit delivers precision, agility, and adaptability—vital requirements for autonomous navigation on challenging race circuits. We believe having SteerAI’s technology tested in the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League will help set a new benchmark in autonomous mobility in competitive motorsports.” Stephane Timpano, CEO of ASPIRE, the organizer of A2RL, commented, “From the very foundation of A2RL, we have sought the most cutting-edge technologies, software and methodologies to lead the way in autonomous innovation. Where those do not yet exist, we have uniquely agile and ambitious partners across ATRC to rapidly develop and deploy the high-performance solutions we need and accelerate its preparation for the wider market." #ArtificialIntelligence #AutonomousAI #Innovation #Sports #Technology #UAE