Air India and Air India Express will operate 24 flights between India and GCC countries on March 24. The flights aim to accommodate passengers affected by cancellations and disruptions due to various factors. These flights will connect major Indian cities with destinations across the GCC. Why it matters: This increased connectivity provides crucial travel options for many workers and residents in the Gulf region.
KAUST has signed an agreement with the Aviation Investigation Bureau (AIB). The agreement was signed between AIB Director General Abdulelah O. Felemban and KAUST Director of the Core Labs Justin Mynar. The partnership aims to foster collaboration between the two entities. Why it matters: This agreement could lead to advancements in aviation safety and investigation techniques through shared research and resources.
G42 and Cerebras, in partnership with MBZUAI and C-DAC, will deploy an 8 exaflop AI supercomputer in India. The system will operate under India's governance and security frameworks as part of the India AI Mission. It will provide access to compute for researchers, startups, and government entities. Why it matters: This deployment represents a major boost to India's AI infrastructure and sovereign AI capabilities, expanding access to advanced compute resources in the region.
Red Sea Farms, a KAUST spinout agritech company, and SAUDIA have signed an MoU to supply the airline with locally-sourced, sustainable food options. This collaboration aims to reduce SAUDIA's carbon footprint by decreasing reliance on imported goods. Red Sea Farms also assisted SAUDIA on menu development and video content to promote the health and sustainability benefits of the produce. Why it matters: This partnership highlights the growing focus on sustainability within the Saudi aviation sector and demonstrates the potential for agritech companies to contribute to national environmental goals.
G42 and Cerebras, in partnership with MBZUAI and C-DAC, will deploy an 8 exaflop AI supercomputer in India. The system will operate under India's governance frameworks, ensuring data sovereignty and security. It aims to democratize access to AI innovation for researchers, startups, and government entities. Why it matters: This initiative significantly enhances India's AI infrastructure and promotes sovereign AI capabilities for local innovation while strengthening UAE-India strategic ties.
G42 has announced it will be hiring AI agents for certain roles, requiring them to undergo a qualification process and probationary period. The company believes AI agents can enhance efficiency and innovation across various departments. It is unclear which specific roles will be open to AI agents. Why it matters: This move signals a growing acceptance and integration of AI as a workforce component within leading technology companies in the UAE.