Shurooq confirms plans to set up Emirati-only AI teams, with NFINITY playing a key role in training and equipping the workforce. The leadership team boasts over five decades of experience with global technology leaders, ensuring Shurooq's workforce is trained in AI fundamentals and equipped to operationalize solutions. Recently, Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi attended the opening of the 2nd Sharjah International Education Conference, where he emphasized the importance of exchanging expertise and resources to create an environment for innovation in AI, digital transformation, and smart education.
The Delhi police has registered a FIR over an AI-generated video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his mother, which was posted online by the Bihar Congress. The video was reportedly created using AI technology and sparked controversy, leading to a complaint being filed against the Bihar Congress. The FIR has been registered under sections 67, 69 and 51 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Albania has appointed Diella, a virtual government minister created by artificial intelligence, to oversee public tenders and manage public contracts. The AI-powered entity aims to eliminate human involvement in the bidding process, promising transparency and corruption-free decisions. Prime Minister Edi Rama introduced Diella at a meeting of his Socialist Party following a big May election victory, stating that the move will make Albania
ASML invests $1.5 billion in Mistral AI to accelerate future chip design. The partnership aims to apply AI models across ASML's research, development, and operations, potentially improving the performance of lithography systems and speeding up product launches. ASML President Christophe Fouquet views the collaboration as a strategic move to capture future opportunities, while Mistral AI Co-Founder Arthur Mensch sees it as a long-term partnership combining expertise in frontier AI with ASML's industrial leadership.
AURAK's School of Engineering and Computing offers cutting-edge Bachelor of Science degrees in various fields, including Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and more. The university's master's degrees focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills to prepare students for senior roles in industry and research. Many undergraduate programmes are accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology, meeting international educational standards. The engineering field is witnessing a dramatic transformation due to advancements in technology, including Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things.
The IT and industries minister, Duddilla Sridhar Babu, launched Hope I, an AI-based mental health support system in Hyderabad. The system aims to address mental health challenges such as stress and anxiety, with Babu highlighting the role of technology in this area.
The Kerala State IT Mission has invited AI solutions addressing real-world governance challenges under the 'K-AI Initiative: AI for Governance' programme. Innovators, students, researchers, and start-ups can submit AI-based governance solutions for various government departments. The Health Department is exploring AI to forecast communicable disease outbreaks and support doctors with diagnostic systems, while the Agriculture Department has identified AI for pest and disease prediction. The Devaswom board proposes AI-driven systems to manage crowds in large temple pilgrim gatherings.
Investors have bet $235 million on Lila Sciences, a biotechnology company that aims to accelerate scientific research using AI tools. The startup has raised $235 million at a valuation of roughly $1.23 billion, making it the latest artificial intelligence unicorn.
California lawmakers are challenging Governor Gavin Newsom's tech ties with an AI bill, citing the need for regulations on emerging technologies. The Trump administration's failed attempt to implement a 10-year moratorium on state regulations on AI has created an opportunity for California to lead the issue. However, Newsom's reluctance to regulate AI may be influenced by his political ambitions and the financial backing of tech companies operating in California.