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GFS EXPO ABIA
May 8th, 2018 was definitely not another school day on the campus of GEMS Founders School (GFS) Al Barsha: the gym had been transformed into an exhibition space where students as young as eight years old were showcasing their ideas for transforming the world into a better place. The GFS EXPO Adam Burfield Innovation Awards […]
The Happiest City on Earth
How smart is my city? Turns out, a lot. By definition, a smart city is a municipality that uses information and communication technologies to increase operational efficiency, share information with the public, and improve both the quality of government services and citizen welfare. This is how the worldwide Internet of Things Agenda describe a truly smart functioning […]
It’s Really Not That Smart
Ivano Ianelli, CEO of Dubai Carbon (DCCE) has been using his personal Dubai home as a testing ground for any ground breaking smart home technology hitting the Dubai market. He staunchly believes that, in his current role at Dubai Carbon, he cannot recommend a product or a service unless he himself wholeheartedly approves of it. […]
An Enduring Vision for Sustainability
“We shall continue to work to protect our environment and our wildlife, as did our forefathers before us. It is a duty, and, if we fail, our children, rightly, will reproach us for squandering an essential part of their inheritance, and of our heritage”. Sheikh Zayed infused in the UAE a spirit of responsibility, camaraderie […]
Sustainability Through New Eyes
“Expo 2020’s World Majlis series could act as a valuable tool in preparing for the new world envisioned by Sheikh Zayed.” In the founding years of the UAE, Emiratis would gather together in a dedicated space, sometimes under the stars, to help shape the future of their nation. This welcoming of all opinions and perspectives […]
Using AI for a Smarter City
As urban populations grow, forward-looking governments and industries strive to create more sustainable and efficient cities, not only to lessen their impact on the environment, but also to create a better quality of life for its citizens. Digitalisation of a city’s infrastructure enables the optimised use of energy – from transport, buildings, and industry through […]
Here’s to a Waste-Free City
Imagine using all your waste for good. Dubai Municipality has launched a super ambitious project, and the first of its kind in the world – the Wastenizer. The eventual aim of this project is to make Dubai 100 per cent waste free. Currently, Dubai has the highest waste generation per capita, generating 3.5 million tonnes […]
Artificial Intelligence and Your Health
Say goodbye to long waits in doctors’ lounges. Artificial intelligence-based health monitoring pods appear to be the next big thing in general health services. Bodyo AiPods look super futuristic with a neo-organic design akin to Zaha Hadid’s architecture. However, these pods are not just about sleek looks. They also cover a vast array of health […]
The Green Economist
A Smart Contract leverages the language of blockchain to create an auditable trail that enables automation in contract management. Automated payment methods have always existed, but currently they are being conducted with pen and paper, and through escrow accounts. The process can also prove very costly. Smart contracts make it much easier to implement, monitor […]
Is Digital the Future of Money in the GCC?
A great deal of attention has been paid in the last year to Bitcoin and other digital currencies. Some global leaders have decried these new cryptocurrencies as fraud, while others believe it is the future of money. Countries such as Switzerland and Malta are doing everything they can to promote and attract activity in digital […]
