The Indian “InterTales” website confirmed that Dubai’s proactive adoption of artificial intelligence sets an example for other cities around the world, by launching technological advancement initiatives and the digital ecosystem.
The website said in a report: «Dubai is at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, as emerging companies and existing institutions alike benefit from the capabilities of artificial intelligence, and promote innovation and growth in various industries, as it works to change the smart city landscape in Dubai, shaping the entertainment industry, and enhancing the overall urban experience, through personalized content, AI-driven creativity and improved infrastructure.”
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A slew of measures and strategic projects have been instrumental in attracting enterprises to Dubai, going back as far as 1999 when Dubai Internet City was established.
There is no denying that actions of the government have made Dubai a success as it ranks high on a number of factors, including ease of doing business, access to talent, ability to attract talent from abroad to relocate to the Emirate, access to capital, competitive tax incentives, and quality of life. All of this, coupled with Dubai's attractive geographic location and proximity to many of the world's top cities, makes it a perfect hotspot for companies to set up shop and pursue their global ambitions.
Collaboration between the government, private sector, and academia plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and driving the adoption of AI
At a time when much of our future seems dependent on the adoption of new technologies, companies in the UAE and MENA are taking bold steps towards making them the new normal. As the demand for AI and automation continues to grow with new applications emerging each day, most are seizing the opportunity.
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To achieve smarter cities, importance of human collaboration cannot be underestimated
If anyone required convincing of the need to make our cities smarter, more efficient, and increasingly sustainable, just consider that the global population is expected to hit nine billion people by 2037, and a majority of these people will live in cities and large metro areas. In fact, it is estimated that 70% of people will live in cities by the second half of the 21st century.
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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched an integrated institutional platform for the design and development of artificial intelligence and data science solutions, which are designed according to the best international standards, in cooperation with a number of leading international companies in this field. Innovative that promotes innovation and leadership in the authority’s various fields of work, such as predictive maintenance of roads and bridges, planning mass transit routes, crowd management, and others.