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Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovative Institute Inaugurates Open-Source AI Summit with Critical Discussions on the Future of AI  
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Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovative Institute Inaugurates Open-Source AI Summit with Critical Discussions on the Future of AI  

300+ international AI experts from tech giants including Meta and Google DeepMind exploring topics such as ethical considerations in AI ownership,innovations in sustainable AI computing, and compute power The Open-Source AI Summit Abu Dhabi, hosted by the Technology Innovative Institute (TII), a global applied science research center, has kicked off with critical conversations that will shape the global AI agenda. The summit, taking place at the St. Regis Saadiyat Island today and tomorrow with 300+ in attendance, converges with growing international focus on the pull and push between open- and closed-source AI. “There are two ...
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Electric buses will be piloted on Adentan-Accra and Ashaiman-Accra routes – Bawumia
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Electric buses will be piloted on Adentan-Accra and Ashaiman-Accra routes – Bawumia

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has commissioned the first batch of electric buses to enhance public transportation in the country. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia says, the introduction of the electric buses is expected to reduce transport fares by 40 to 50 percent. One hundred of the electric buses were commissioned on November 27.  More than one hundred head potters, popularly called ‘ kayakyei,” have been trained to manage the electric buses. Dr Bawumia who commissioned the electric vehicles said, it will reduce cost for passengers. “For our passengers who will be boarding these buses, I think the biggest question in your mind is how much is it going to cost? The answer is consistent with our estimates, when I announce this policy when I gave my lecture in UPSA, I think b...
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Over 100 trained head porters to drive newly commissioned electric buses
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Over 100 trained head porters to drive newly commissioned electric buses

A trained Kayayoo (Head porter) driving the bus. During the commissioning of the electric buses on Wednesday, 27th November, a trained Kayayoo (Head porter) bus driver took Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on a ride through town. The occasion marked the graduation ceremony of a special programme aimed at equipping Kayayei (female head porters) with driving skills to enhance their employability and improve their livelihoo. More than one hundred head potters, popularly called ‘ kayakyei,” have been trained to manage the electric buses. The initiative was part of a broader effort to empower marginalised groups in the country. The electric buses were officially commissioned by Dr Bawumia, who also serves as the flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP). ...
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Nip and tuck at the top while Niger hit the heights
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Nip and tuck at the top while Niger hit the heights

Total of 192 internationals contested earlier this month Very little separating leading trio, and Germany reclaim top-10 berth Niger shine as standout performers This month’s international window featured no fewer than 192 encounters, with national teams from the AFC, CONMEBOL and OFC regions in action in FIFA World Cup 26™ preliminary competitions, while CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and bouts in the UEFA Nations League and Concacaf Nations League completed the line-up of fixtures during the latest window in the Men’s International Match Calendar. All of those contests have had a major bearing on the FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking. Starting at the summit, things really couldn’t be any tighter between the sides gracing the podium. While Argentina (1st) remain at the...
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NDC will work with queen mothers to fight poverty- Prof Opoku Agyemang
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NDC will work with queen mothers to fight poverty- Prof Opoku Agyemang

The vice presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, says the next NDC government will actively engage and work with queen mothers to fight poverty. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said this when she addressed a forum of Central Regional QueenMothers on Tuesday. Speaking on the theme "building the Central Region we want, the shared perspectives from our queen mothers”, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said it leaves much to be desired that the Central Region is described as the fourth poorest region in Ghana. She added it is imperative that governments collaborate with traditional authorities, especially queen mothers, to fight poverty in the region. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said the next NDC government will introduce the 24-Hour Economy, Women’s Dev...
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University of Ghana opens maiden “Artify” visual arts exhibition 
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University of Ghana opens maiden “Artify” visual arts exhibition 

The University of Ghana, in partnership with Nubuke Foundation and KGL Foundation, has launched a weeklong visual arts exhibition titled "Artify" on the University’s campus.  Running from November 26 to December 2, the event showcases drawings and paintings by eight visual artists selected by the University.  The artists participated in a two-week skills and business orientation training before the exhibition, where they were coached on art practice fundamentals, copyright and intellectual property, entrepreneurship, and business management.  The training aimed to help the artists upscale their craft and expand their client reach, equipping them to become more business-oriented art professionals. The Artify project, under the theme "Amplifying Art as a Busin...
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FIFA and Qatar launch FIFA World Cup 2022™ Legacy Fund to drive groundbreaking initiatives with WTO, WHO and UNHCR
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FIFA and Qatar launch FIFA World Cup 2022™ Legacy Fund to drive groundbreaking initiatives with WTO, WHO and UNHCR

Initiatives supported by the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency USD 50 million fund to have social impact across multiple regions for the first time Focus on refugees, education, public and occupational health, and football development programmes Following the announcement made in November 2022, FIFA is taking the implementation of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ Legacy Fund to the next level with an investment of USD 50 million in a series of social programmes in collaboration with Qatar and three global organisations, namely the the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization (WTO) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. The objective of this fund and the multi-stakehol...
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Keturah Announces Campaign for Its Developments, Introduces 5-Year Post-Handover Plan
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Keturah Announces Campaign for Its Developments, Introduces 5-Year Post-Handover Plan

• The exclusive campaign runs until 30 December, offering limited units on sale Keturah, the revolutionary global luxury wellbeing real estate and hospitality concept has announced the launch of a sales campaign for The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai, Creekside—part of the KeturahResort—and Keturah Reserve which runs until 30 December. The campaign offers buyers the opportunity to purchase limited units in both developments with a 5-year post-handover payment plan. Located within Keturah Resort, the first fully wellness-certified resort in the MENA region, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai, Creeksidecomprises 200 residences across seven buildings and 12 mansions, each featuring exclusiv...
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Rising cyber threats target UAE’s financial sector and critical infrastructure in 2025
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Rising cyber threats target UAE’s financial sector and critical infrastructure in 2025

The UAE has seen a sharp rise in cyber threats in 2024, particularly ransomware attacks, with 34 reported incidents between January and November, up from 27 in all of 2023, according to Acronis Threat Research Unit data. This increase reflects the nation's prominence globally, making it a prime target for cybercriminals aiming to exploit vulnerabilities in finance, telecommunications, government, and critical infrastructure sectors. Additionally, as per the same report, Malware detections have also surged by 65.3%, jumping from 16.05% in 2023 to 26.52% in 2024. Cybercriminals are increasingly using advanced malware and encryption techniques to attack financial institutions, targeting banks and financial services, and seeking to extort companies or sell stolen data on the dark web. With ...
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Ras Al Khaimah ranked first out of 53 cities
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Ras Al Khaimah ranked first out of 53 cities

Ras Al Khaimah has achieved a milestone in its journey to becoming a leading destination to live, work and explore, by securing the topposition in a survey of the world’s best expat destinations, conducted byInterNations, the largest global expatriate network. The Emirate secured number one spot out of 53 cities in the Expat Essentials Index, conducted by InterNations as part of its 2024 Expat Insider report. The Index is based on four categories: Admin (how easyit is to get a visa, deal with local bureaucracy, open a bank account); Housing (affordability of housing, ease of finding accommodation); Digital Life (availability of government servi...
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