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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Saudi Minister Alswaha Stresses the Importance of Decisive Action, International Cooperation in Bridging the AI Divide | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

Saudi Arabia's Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, delivered a keynote address at the 160th anniversary of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Geneva. He emphasized the need for decisive action and international cooperation to bridge the AI divide. Alsawaha highlighted that the vision of HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman positions Saudi Arabia as a global leader in the AI era. He called for effective collaboration among nations to share knowledge and expertise, which is essential for achieving common goals.

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 Launches G42onAIr

G42, a leading UAE-based AI and cloud computing company, has launched a new video podcast series called G42onAIr. This platform aims to deliver industry expertise from world-class leaders and technologists in AI and digital transformation to global listeners. Each episode, hosted by May Ali, features insightful conversations on transformative technology, with the first episode showcasing G42’s Group Chief Marketing Officer, Faheem Ahamed. They discuss G42’s origin story and the importance of being industry agnostic to advance solutions.

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

GITEX Global: G42 answers society's top questions about tech

G42, a leader in artificial intelligence and cloud computing in the UAE, concluded its inaugural participation at GITEX Global, the world's largest tech event. Throughout the week, G42 affirmed its belief in always answering 'yes' by addressing some of the toughest questions regarding the present and future of technology. At the event, G42 showcased a wide range of technological solutions, with its innovative booth attracting significant visitor engagement. The company also signed multiple partnerships and recorded live episodes of its podcast, G42onAIr, reflecting its commitment to innovation and collaboration in the tech sector.

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Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team announces G42 as an Official Partner

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Space42, Microsoft, and Esri Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Mapping Capabilities Across Africa

15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Space42, Microsoft, and Esri Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Mapping Capabilities Across Africa

Space42, a subsidiary of G42, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft and Esri to deliver high-precision base maps across 54 African countries, benefiting over 1.4 billion people. Known as the "Africa Map" initiative, this project aims to create the most comprehensive map of the continent to address infrastructure and investment challenges. The updated system will enhance economic development by increasing access to smart solutions that support governments, businesses, and communities.

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G42 and Serco Middle East join forces to transform and deliver fully integrated public services across the region | Invent a Better Everyday | Abu Dhabi, UAE | G42

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 and Serco Middle East join forces to transform and deliver fully integrated public services across the region | Invent a Better Everyday | Abu Dhabi, UAE | G42

G42, a leading AI and cloud computing company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Serco Middle East. This partnership aims to integrate resources and capabilities to deliver comprehensive public services for government clients in sectors like transport and healthcare. G42 boasts the largest cloud computing capabilities in the region, enabling Serco to enhance service delivery standards. This collaboration will strengthen Serco's ability to manage assets and data, ensuring excellence in service provision.

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AIQ and Inception Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize AI Solutions for the Energy Sector

15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

AIQ and Inception Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize AI Solutions for the Energy Sector

AIQ, a leader in AI solutions for the energy sector, has partnered with Inception, a G42 company, to drive technological innovation. This partnership was announced at GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai, showcasing both companies' commitment to advancing AI models. The collaboration will leverage AIQ's success in proprietary AI solutions alongside Inception's expertise in generative AI and machine learning. Together, they aim to enhance efficiency and sustainability while reducing costs through near-real-time data processing and AI-assisted automation.

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Presight AI supports UCI World Tour cycling through new partnership with UAE Tour

15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Presight AI supports UCI World Tour cycling through new partnership with UAE Tour

Presight AI, a G42 company, will participate in the World Police Summit 2023 in Dubai from March 7 to 9. This event will gather international police leaders and technology firms to discuss public safety and security. Presight will showcase three advanced technologies, including a Video Analytics platform that integrates data from various systems. The Presight Forensic Lab will also be featured, designed to analyze unstructured media content from digital devices using AI.

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G42 Releases Second Edition of “The Future of Sport and AI” Report

15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 Releases Second Edition of “The Future of Sport and AI” Report

G42 released the second edition of "The Future of Sport and AI" report on September 23, 2025, in collaboration with the Future Lab. The report is based on new research regarding the application of artificial intelligence in global sports and aims to serve as an annual benchmark for tracking the evolution of AI adoption and its impact on the sports sector. The new edition highlights two main themes: first, the ability of AI to empower mid-tier clubs and amateur athletes to access insights previously exclusive to elite teams.

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G42 Unveils AI Talent Report: What AI Experts Want from Employers

15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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15 May 202628 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 Unveils AI Talent Report: What AI Experts Want from Employers

G42, the UAE-based technology group, released a report titled "What AI Experts Want from Their Employers" in collaboration with Semafor. The study surveyed 750 AI professionals from leading talent hubs, revealing key factors influencing their career decisions, including job satisfaction and compensation. Findings indicate that 68% of respondents value compensation, while only 43% feel satisfied with it. Job security is crucial for 70% of participants, yet only 48% report satisfaction. Additionally, work-life balance is important for 67%, highlighting a gap between expectations and reality.