MBZUAI builds Moroccan Arabic AI models; and more Middle East AI News
Carrington Malin
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Middle East AI News – 03-Oct-24
LLMs
MBZUAI builds Moroccan Arabic AI models
#Morocco #Arabic #LLMs – A team from MBZUAI France Lab has developed two large language models focused on Moroccan Arabic (Darija). Named Atlas-Chat-2B and Atlas-Chat-9B, the models outperform existing Arabic-focused models in Darija-specific NLP tasks by 13%, as part of G42 's Jais LLM project. (Middle East AI News )
Investment
#UAE #funding - OpenAI has closed a $6.6 billion funding round, with investors including Thrive Capital , Khosla Ventures , Microsoft , NVIDIA , and Abu Dhabi's MGX fund. MGX aims to grow its assets under management to $100bn, focusing on large-scale technology investments. (LinkedIn )
#Oman #funds - The Oman Investment Authority has announced new tech projects under its $2 billion Future Fund. Managed by partners including Cyfr Capital , Omantel , Tanmia and ITHCA , initiatives will focus on ecommerce, fintech, and drone technologies. (Oman Observer )
Space42
#UAE #SpaceTech - Space42 debuted on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange after the merger of Bayanat and Yahsat. The company combines geospatial analytics and satellite communications with AI to target global spacetech industry needs. (Zawya )
AI Chips
#USA #AI - Middle Eastern data centre operators may soon be able to apply for general authorisations to import AI chips from U.S. vendors, according to the US Commerce Department . Current regulations require individual licences per order, causing delays. (Reuters )
AI Strategy
#UAE #platforms- Digital Dubai has awarded Moro Hub a contract to develop the Dubai Data and Artificial Intelligence Platform. The platform will unify data sharing across the emirate to support innovation and economic goals. (Dubai Media Office )
#Oman #digitaltransformation - Oman will appoint digital transformation ambassadors in its 11 governorates. Trained in AI, they will champion digital initiatives as part of the national AI programme. (Muscat Daily )
R&D
#Qatar #Research - The Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council has launched a Research Management Community to create a collaborative R&D ecosystem, aiming to advance research management across the country. (Zawya )
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Education
#UAE #Education - Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation has launched the Future Skills Academy to upskill over one million people across the Arab world, promoting innovation and leadership. (Dubai Media Office )
#Kuwait #AI - Kuwait's Civil Service Commission will offer AI training to mid-level government employees. The programme will focus on data-driven decision-making and begin by the end of this month. (Arab Times )
Logistics
#UAE #Logistics - Abu Dhabi Ports’ Maqta Gateway has partnered with G42 ’s Presight to develop AI solutions for trade and logistics, enhancing operational efficiency across the sector. (WAM )
Cloud
#Qatar #DigitalTransformation - Ooredoo Qatar has partnered with Schneider Electric to launch a major digital transformation programme using AI and cloud solutions to drive efficiency and sustainability. (Zawya )
Data Centres
#Saudi #DataCenters - Saudi Arabia’s MIS has signed a deal with BSF Capital to expand the Saudi Data Centre Fund’s capacity by 64 MW, in a deal worth up to $670 million. (Tech Africa News )
Responsible AI
#UAE #AI - ADQ has partnered with AI solutions provider EQTY Lab to drive the adoption of Responsible AI across its portfolio. ADNEC Group , Etihad Rail , and TAQA Group are among those expected to implement Equity Lab’s AI Integrity Suite. (Abu Dhabi Media Office )
TIME100 Next 2024
#UAE #leadership - The UAE's Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama appears in this week's TIME100 Next 2024 list. The list aims to highlight emerging leaders from around the world who are shaping the future and defining the next generation of leadership.. (TIME )
Awards
#UAE #AI - Dubai Quality Group has introduced the Global Artificial Intelligence Award, recognising innovations that enhance operational excellence and global competitiveness through AI. (Zawya )
Events
#Saudi #Healthcare - Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and King Saud University will host the Generative AI Forum in Health from October 21-23, bringing together leaders to explore GenAI healthcare applications. (SPA )
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