The automotive industry has been greatly impacted by artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in enhancing safety and driving efficiency. Key advancements include AI-driven Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), which include features like collision avoidance, lane departure warnings, traffic sign recognition, and driver monitoring systems. These systems use data from various sensors to Read more…
Insider threats pose significant risks to organizations, originating from employees, contractors, or partners with access to sensitive information. These threats range from unintentional data leaks due to negligence to deliberate acts of sabotage. Recognizing signs of potential insider threats involves observing changes in employee behavior, such as unauthorized access attempts Read more…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) significantly contributes to the fight against climate change by enhancing our understanding and management of environmental challenges. For example in the polar regions, AI rapidly measures iceberg melting, a process vital for understanding rising sea levels. In the realm of forestry, it’s mapping deforestation impacts and carbon Read more…
Ransomware attacks have increased over the past few years. Factors like a growing remote workforce, digital transformation, and vulnerabilities in systems contribute to this trend. Ransoms demanded by attackers are also rising, with averages exceeding $5 million in the US. However, defenders are also improving their strategies. Automation and orchestration Read more…
Cities worldwide are adopting smart technology to address urban challenges more effectively. They use advanced systems like AI and IoT to improve efficiency and services. For instance, smart meters are being deployed to monitor energy consumption, aiding in cost reduction and better resource management. Barcelona, for example, has seen significant Read more…
In a world where water scarcity poses an increasingly urgent challenge, innovative solutions are crucial. The Egyptian professor Amal Esawi, leading a project to address water scarcity using AI and nano-enhanced membranes in desalination. Supported by AUC’s Center of Excellence for Water and funded by USAID, the project aims to Read more…
Saad Toma, IBM’s General Manager for the Middle East and Africa, discussed the potential and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption with Ahram Online. Highlighting concerns among global business leaders about AI, such as biased results and misuse, Toma emphasized the importance of responsible AI, including a framework ensuring data Read more…
Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are crucial for sustainable energy. Still, their intermittent nature or being not continuously available due to external factors that cannot be controlled, and the fact that it’s produced by sources that vary in their conditions on a fairly short time scale, poses Read more…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, including healthcare, with forecasts predicting a $188 billion global healthcare AI market by 2030. AI offers solutions to streamline healthcare workflows, alleviate employee burnout, and improve patient outcomes. For example, by integrating AI into diagnostic services, healthcare organizations can expedite diagnoses and treatment Read more…
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) stands as a pivotal technology in the fight against climate change, offering a promising solution to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. This innovative approach involves capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions produced from industrial processes and power generation, transporting them to storage sites, and securely storing them Read more…