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Making biometric recognition a reality

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MBZUAI Board of Trustees member Anil K. Jain received the 2023 Technology Transfer Achievement Award from Michigan State University for his work in biometric recognition. Jain developed core algorithms for biometric pattern representation and search, licensing these technologies to industry. He also advised India's Aadhaar, the world's largest biometric ID system. Why it matters: This award highlights the importance of translating academic research into practical applications that impact society, particularly in the realm of secure identification and access.

AI in Government

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The Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority, Mohamed Abdelhameed Al Askar, will give a talk on AI adoption in government. The talk will cover key points related to AI utilization within government organizations. Al Askar has experience managing digital initiatives such as the Abu Dhabi Government Services Program (TAMM). Why it matters: This signals the increasing importance of AI in public sector modernization efforts in the UAE and the broader region.