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SSRC’s Dr. Abdelrahman AlMahmoud to Participate in WGISTA Webinar

TII · Mar 17

Dr. Abdelrahman AlMahmoud from TII's Secure Systems Research Center (SSRC) will participate in a WGISTA webinar on adopting a digital mindset in auditing and fighting corruption. The webinar, organized by the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI), will discuss the impact of emerging technologies on public sector auditing. Dr. AlMahmoud will share insights on how AI and Big Data can enable auditors to process data at a new scale. Why it matters: This highlights the UAE's growing role in applying advanced technologies like AI and big data to improve governance and accountability in the public sector.

KAUST Academy launches summer program in sports artificial intelligence in collaboration with Vista Equity Partners and Stats Perform

KAUST · Sep 1

KAUST Academy has launched a summer training program called "Artificial Intelligence in Sports" in partnership with Vista Equity Partners and Stats Perform. The program included 20 intensive sessions of lectures, labs, and competitions for students with Python and ML knowledge. Participants used real data from football competitions including the Saudi Pro League. Why it matters: This program supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by investing in local talent and linking academic knowledge with real-world applications, particularly in preparation for hosting the 2034 FIFA World Cup.