Day: February 12, 2024

Press Secretary of the President of the Supreme Political Council Sabri al-Darwani has condemned in the strongest terms the German company ‘Contabo’ closing Ansarullah website on the digital space without justification and under false pretexts.

In a statement to Saba, al-Darwani said such measure a violation of the right to freedom of expression and opinion, which is mandated by international law, and clearly reveals the falsity of the West’s claims to respect freedoms.

He pointed out that this wrong and condemnable measure is further confirmation of the West’s ongoing attempts to silence voices and suppress freedoms with the aim of misleading, concealing facts, and serving and sponsoring the false Zionist narrative about the crimes they are committing against the oppressed Palestinian people.

He pointed out that the closure is evidence of the effectiveness of the free Yemeni media and an additional motivation for all free media institutions to redouble their efforts in working to expose the Zionist and Am
erican crimes against the Palestinian people and the peoples of the world.

Al-Darwani called on media institutions in Yemen and in the resistance axis to go to create local websites as a precautionary and alternative step so as to face the digital execution policy and technical restrictions imposed by the West and America under false headlines and justifications

Source: Yemen News Agency

DUBAI: In a landmark announcement on Day 1 of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024, Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) unveiled a pioneering initiative to facilitate global access to cutting-edge technology solutions. The newly launched ‘ATRC Global Tech R and D Platform’ serves as a channel for countries worldwide to tap into the UAE’s technological expertise to address their unique challenges.

As the driving force behind Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE’s advanced research and development (R and D) ecosystem, this initiative underscores ATRC’s commitment to fostering inclusive growth and global prosperity. In an era of rapid technological transformation, the platform seeks to bridge technology gaps between the developed and the developing world by offering tailored solutions to today’s most pressing needs.

To initiate applications through the platform, ATRC is allocating US$200 million in funding to accelerate innovation, particularly for emerging and developing nations. By committing t
o absorb resource and research costs, the funding facilitates the development of sophisticated technology solutions, empowering nations to keep pace with their evolving social and economic needs.

The ATRC Global Tech R and D Platform invites applications from governments, organisations, and eligible stakeholders all over the world, prioritizing collaboration, and inclusivity. Through a rigorous evaluation process, initiatives aligned with the platform’s mission will receive support in six priority sectors: Aerospace and Space; Food and Agriculture; Healthcare; Safety and Security; Sustainability, Environment, and Energy; and Transport.

Faisal Al Bannai, Secretary General of ATRC, underscored the profound global impact of the initiative, stating: “Our commitment is to empower every nation with the means to thrive in this technology-driven world. ATRC stands ready to partner with countries worldwide, leveraging our expertise in technology to address their challenges and drive collective progress in the AI-dri
ven era.”

Over the span of almost four years, ATRC has developed a robust R and D ecosystem, with over 850 researchers from more than 70 countries. It has built an entire ecosystem that systematically supports every critical stage of a technology’s development journey. Its entity ASPIRE crowdsources global talent through grand challenges and global competitions and identifies technology gaps with its clients. The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is focused on applied research with intentional outcomes and houses its leading researchers and scientists, while VentureOne commercializes its solutions, taking R and D products and services from lab to market.

ATRC offers a spectrum of capabilities spanning quantum and AI, autonomous robotics, and cryptography, as well as advanced materials, propulsion, and space – guiding technology needs from ideation to innovation.

From identifying an entity’s tech pain point to developing bespoke R and D solutions, ATRC orchestrates the complete lifecycle of technology a
dvancement for companies and countries that need support. Situated at the global crossroads, it extends its reach to entities worldwide, facilitating innovation on a truly global scale.

Al Bannai is set to address a plenary session at the World Governments Summit, highlighting his views on AI’s evolution and emerging opportunities.

Dr. Ray O. Johnson, CEO of ATRC’s global applied research arm, TII, expressed optimism about the fund’s potential to catalyze innovation, and said: ‘Through this platform, we will help identify untapped innovation around the world, unleashing the power of transformative technologies, and sparking economic growth.’

ATRC is calling on nations to collaborate and contribute to the global technological landscape. For further details on the ATRC Tech R and D Fund, applicants can contact the Council via ASPIRE, at aspireuae.ae.

‘We’re here to identify technology gaps and facilitate sophisticated solutions that countries may need to explore for a resilient future’, said Stephane Timpan
o, CEO of ASPIRE.

In a similar stance to support the wider adoption of advanced technologies, last year, the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) was among the first to open-source its world ranking large language model, Falcon 40B under the Apache 2.0 license – royalty-free

Source: Emirates News Agency

PARIS: France is actively participating in the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024, which kicked off earlier today in Dubai, bringing together officials, decision-makers, thought leaders, and experts in various fields, including trade, industry, investment, and economics.

During the summit’s dynamic discussions, France aims to spotlight its diverse experiences across different sectors, leveraging the event as a global platform for sharing insights. The focus is on unveiling economic policies geared towards fortifying the private sector. This includes highlighting its incentives, regulatory frameworks, and promising opportunities to attract investments and spur entrepreneurial endeavours across different regions of the country.

Key themes highlighted by France encompass ambitious targets, such as doubling renewable energy production by 2035 and achieving carbon neutrality in solar and wind energy by 2050.

The French government is conducting auctions for solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects to increase re
newable electricity production to between 140 and 175 gigawatts by 2035, compared to 63.5 gigawatts last year. Additionally, France seeks to increase the use of biogas, synthetic fuel, and hydrogen.

France also plans to increase the number of electric vehicle charging stations and renovate homes to make them more energy-efficient. France produces significant amounts of renewable energy, totalling 50.5 gigawatts, ranking third among EU member states after Germany and Italy.

During the summit’s discussions on artificial intelligence (AI), France is presenting its experiences in this field as a European leader in innovating AI models, with the government supporting both public and private sector entities to foster innovation and regulate the sector.

Additionally, Paris aims to establish a global framework on AI, hoping to achieve this through the Group of Seven (G7) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), whose Secretary-General participates in the World Government Summit in Dub
ai.

Source: Emirates News Agency