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At Amazon Web Services (AWS), we are investing in the Middle East to help customers with their ambitious AI strategies and are working to empower every organisation in the Middle East to leverage #AI for innovation and growth towards a digital future in the region. This report is a great read!

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Strengthens Investment in Middle East's AI Future and continue to deepen its commitment to the Middle East, offering the region's most secure, extensive, and reliable cloud infrastructure. Our recent whitepaper, developed in collaboration with IDC, underscores the transformative potential of AI in the region. Key findings from Saudi Arabia and UAE: • 88% of early AI adopters report improved business performance • Significant impact across government, finance, hospitality, and retail sectors • Only 28% of organizations have initiated AI implementation This data highlights both the immense opportunity and the risk of a widening digital divide. In response, AWS is strategically investing to: 1. Expand regional cloud infrastructure 2. Enhance AI and machine learning services 3. Provide comprehensive training and support across all organization sizes Our goal is to empower every Middle Eastern organization to leverage #AI for growth and innovation. We invite business leaders to partner with AWS in shaping the region's digital future. For more information on how AWS can support your AI initiatives, please reach out to discuss your organization's specific needs and you can download the full whitepaper to learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dzXcrvXX #AWSMiddleEast #AIInnovation #CloudComputing #DigitalTransformation

A recommended read from Arik Faingold

While #AI offers exciting possibilities, many new business projects flounder. Arik Faingold, President & Chairman at Commit, sheds light on why these initiatives fail and offers a roadmap to success in a recent Jerusalem Post article. Here's what he highlights as crucial for navigating the complexities of AI integration: ✅ Strategic Alignment: Ensure your AI project directly addresses a specific business need and aligns with your overall goals. ✅ Data Governance: Establish a robust data strategy that includes collection, storage, security, and analysis. This is vital for training and maintaining effective AI systems. ✅ The Right AI Vendor: Choosing a vendor with expertise in your industry and project requirements is key. Arik also mentioned cloud platforms like Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Microsoft Azure are regarded as well-suited for handling data privacy concerns, a growing priority in the AI landscape. By prioritizing these factors, organizations can significantly increase their chances of AI project success. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dU2-R25e #Data #Cloud #ML #GenAI #AWS #Google #Microsoft #Integration #CloudSolutions

Oracle's strategic investment in a #sovereign #cloud region in #SaudiArabia marks a significant milestone in the kingdom's digital transformation journey. The move aligns with the kingdom's #Vision2030 and aims to boost its technological capabilities. This strategic move not only supports the Kingdom’s vision to leverage Artificial Intelligence to drive digital transformation but also empowers companies to harness the full potential of #AI, driving competitive advantage, create local value, and growth in the Kingdom. Get the full story at: https://lnkd.in/dmSJRqH3

Today, we announced a $1B strategic partnership with e& to deliver cloud and AI solutions to the UAE market. This collaboration is a game changer for UAE enterprises, offering several key advantages: 1. Seamless Cloud Transition: Enterprises in the UAE can now leverage the combined expertise and resources of AWS and e& to modernize and migrate their workloads to the cloud smoothly, optimizing efficiency and reducing costs. 2. Support Across All Sectors: AWS and e& will empower companies of all sizes—from startups to large enterprises, including those in the public sector and regulated industries with stringent security needs. This partnership also ensures that hundreds of small and medium-sized businesses gain access to the AWS Marketplace and tailored solutions. 3. Democratizing AI Innovation: By utilizing Amazon Bedrock and developing industry-specific AI use cases, AWS and e& will democratize access to generative AI technologies. This will enable companies of all sizes, across every industry, to innovate, drive productivity, enhance customer experiences, and fuel business growth. 4. Empowering Local Talent: Through initiatives to train thousands of UAE professionals, enterprises will gain access to a highly skilled local workforce proficient in AWS technologies, accelerating digital transformation with reduced onboarding times and enhanced productivity. Kudos to the AWS and e& teams for reaching this groundbreaking milestone!

At HUAWEI CONNECT 2024, Huawei’s Zhang Ping’an outlined a transformative 4-step AI-native mindset for industries! This blueprint focuses on embedding AI at the core of business operations, fostering adaptability, and building robust cloud infrastructures. Australian manufacturers can leverage this approach to enhance efficiency and innovation. Learn more about this game-changing strategy: Huawei's 4-step AI-native mindset #AI #Manufacturing #Innovation https://lnkd.in/ggBQztJr

The UAE's Future of Innovation: Powered by Strategic Investments When it comes to technology, whether it's cybersecurity, big data, or AI, I’m always thinking about the business and economic side of things. And this latest $1 billion partnership between AWS and e& is a textbook example of what happens when big businesses invest in not just technology, but also in people. We all know the future is going to be driven by technology and data, but what really gets me excited is the reach this kind of investment provides. Big or small, companies now have access to the same AI-powered tools, data analysis, and cutting-edge infrastructure that will enable them to level up. That’s where innovation sparks, when you give everyone, from startups to established giants, the tools to thrive. For me, this cements the UAE’s position as a global tech leader. But the real kicker? It’s about the next big thing. What small company, developed right here in the UAE, is going to take the world by storm like Google, Amazon, Airbnb, or Facebook? This investment lays the foundation for that to happen. I’m excited to see where this takes us because the future of innovation is happening right here in the UAE. #AI #CloudSecurity #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #UAE #BusinessGrowth Amazon Web Services (AWS) e& UAE https://lnkd.in/d9U7Unbw

Excited about the fusion of #Cloud and #AI? 🌟 Our latest IDC Survey with perspective on Türkiye, drawn from the Cloud Survey 2024, explores how sectors like finance, trade, manufacturing, and resources leverage these technologies. Dive into the insights by getting the report! https://lnkd.in/erGVZ-DM 🚀 #Cloud #AI #IDCResearch Ayşe Kaptanoğlu Ranjit Rajan Prateek Shah IDC | MEA

✅ #sovereignai is the hottest 🔥 #cloud topic of today. #telcos plays major role to unlock #sovereigncloud making every country controlling own data and own #AI models in their own natural borders! #oracle alloy is way forward for #csp