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UAE: Microsoft expands Global Engineering Development Center to Abu Dhabi

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Microsoft has announced the expansion of its Global Engineering Development Center to Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s journey to becoming a global technology leader.

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Companies look to sell off assets to pay for AI investments

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But some companies, particularly in the IT sector, now appear to be reevaluating their business models and will consider selling non-core lines of business and products to fund AI projects, says James Brundage, global and Americas technology sector leader at EY, an IT and tax advisory firm.

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How to capitalize on ‘Trustworthy AI’

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Whatever form of AI they end up pursuing, they really need to be on the alert for what could either damage their reputation or just lead them down some wrong paths,” he adds.

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Capital Group invests big in talent development

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For financial services company Capital Group, competing in tight IT talent markets is all about the long run. “We We focus on the long term,” says Global CIO Marta Zarraga. 3 for employee satisfaction among large financial services companies, according to Global BPO research firm The Everest Group. Capital Group.

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Saudi Arabia’s deep tech startup ecosystem thrives with focus on AI and IoT, fueling Vision 2030

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This success is a testament to the growing availability of venture capital, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem, and government support for innovation-driven ventures. Vision 2030 aims to foster a knowledge-based economy and establish Saudi Arabia as a global leader in technology and innovation.

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Gartner projects major IT spending increases for 2025

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Generative AI is likely to confuse the capital investor as much as any technology ever has,” he adds. Although Rucker raises concerns about the global economy and rising technology costs, he says many IT spending increases will be necessary. The company will still prioritize IT innovation, however.

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AI dominates Gartner’s 2025 predictions

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Organizations that deploy AI to eliminate middle management human workers will be able to capitalize on reduced labor costs in the short-term and long-term benefits savings,” Gartner stated. “AI By 2029, 10% of global boards will use AI guidance to challenge executive decisions that are material to their business.

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