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Saudi Arabia launches $100 Billion AI initiative to lead in global tech

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The program, known as Project Transcendence, marks a significant push by the Kingdom to develop a robust AI ecosystem that can rival leading tech hubs, including neighbouring United Arab Emirates and other global technology centers. In recent years, the Kingdom has set up research centers, ministries, and educational programs focused on AI.

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How technology is shaping education in Saudi Arabia

CIO

During the pandemic, an estimated 1.500 million students missed school, institutions adopted smart technologies to ensure the continuity of education. The importance of education in supporting the success of Saudi Vision 2030 cannot be overstated. From what I see across the nation, there is an emphasis on STEM.

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GITEX GLOBAL 2024: Huawei to Accelerate Industrial Digitalization and Intelligence

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From October 14 to 18, Huawei will participate in the GITEX Global 2024, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, as a Diamond Sponsor. There, it will showcase a variety of innovative products and solutions at the exhibition under the theme “Accelerate Industrial Digitalization and Intelligence”.

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Empowering Women in AI: Leading innovation in the UAE

CIO

The countrys initiatives focused on empowering women in technology, education, and innovation are beginning to pay off, as more female AI engineers and researchers emerge. This investment in womens education is enabling many to break barriers and step into previously male-dominated fields like AI research and development.

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What is transformational leadership? A model for motivating innovation

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The transformational leadership approach encourages, inspires, and motivates employees to innovate and create the change necessary to shape the future success of the company. It’s applicable across every industry, but it’s especially vital to the fast-paced tech industry where innovation and agility can make or break a company.

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UAE to take center stage in AI Innovation with the launch of Dubai AI Week

CIO

The UAEs vision for AI is encapsulated in its National AI Strategy 2031, which aims to position the country as a global leader in AI by integrating it across various sectors. Another key feature of the week will be the Dubai AI Festival, which will gather global thought leaders to discuss the latest developments in the field.

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How to create a culture of innovation

CIO

A shift has occurred and IT is now viewed as an equal partner in driving business growth with CIOs recognized as the de facto leaders of innovation. Here, they and others share seven ways to create and nurture a culture of innovation. Innovation is a double-edged sword: It is critical to growth — but that’s also what makes it risky. “It