Gulf Information Technology Exhibition a.k.a GITEX is a global tech event that takes place in UAE for a week. GITEX GLOBAL has been an indisputable technology event for the past 41 years. It features every significant technology company, trend, and vertical. It majorly covers industries such as smart cities, cybersecurity, the data economy, mobility, healthcare, and telecom. This event is responsible for connecting 7 tech hubs along 100,000+ business connections.
10 Highlights Of GITEX GLOBAL
1. Flying Car
This week, GITEX GLOBAL hosted a presentation of the X2 flying car. The demonstration in Dubai featured the public takeoff, flight, and safe landing of the fifth-generation X2 “flying automobile.” The business, Xpeng, also provided an update on its sixth-generation flying automobile,
2. Dubai Government Initiatives
Join us at Digital Government Pavilion, Sheikh Saeed Hall-1, Dubai World Trade Centre, for @GITEX_GLOBAL from 10-14 October 2022 to know how we are developing a robust digital financial ecosystem in the UAE and be a part of our workshops & discussion sessions#GITEX2022 #mofuae pic.twitter.com/pKWyzcbyJ9
— وزارة المالية | الإمارات (@MOFUAE) October 10, 2022
GITEX brought together 250 government organisations, including the Dubai Digital Authority and the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority. They are in charge of important digital projects and public-private collaborations.
3. Driverless Taxi
The @RTA has unveiled their new Cruise Origin #driverless taxi at GITEX GLOBAL 2022!
This incredible technology has already mapped many roads and will be deployed next year.
Attend #GITEXGLOBAL to be a part of the future of transport! pic.twitter.com/gDJYp3qLbl
— GITEX GLOBAL (@GITEX_GLOBAL) October 11, 2022
At the GITEX GLOBAL technology exhibition, the first autonomous taxis from Dubai are on show. The Roads and Transport Authority demonstrated the driverless taxis. Next year, Cruise Origin taxis will be made available as a service, making Dubai one of the pioneering cities.
4. Metaverse
Sensorium Galaxy brings the world’s first metaverse streaming to the @GITEX_GLOBAL X-VERSE Main Screen. Join Empyreal Parties and meet an exclusive line-up of AI-driven virtual DJs ahead of the global VR launch.
Full schedule: https://t.co/RWTr6eYBvf pic.twitter.com/2MAG39ovyP
— Sensorium Galaxy (@SensoriumGalaxy) October 11, 2022
GITEX 3.0’s 42nd edition, which includes seven different technology themes in the field of metaverses, is the most significant version. The TMRW Foundation, together with Dicentra Land, and GITEX Global 2022 will debut the X-Verse event, It’s the most immersive metaverse adventure in the world that features 28 experimental brands.
5. Hololens 2
Immerse yourself into the metaverse with the help of @Microsoft‘s cutting-edge Hololens 2!
This new generation of virtual reality headsets enables you to explore new worlds like never before, brought to you by a true titan of technology.
Visit the Microsoft stand at #GITEXGLOBAL pic.twitter.com/dkC4I8Jdnt— GITEX GLOBAL (@GITEX_GLOBAL) October 10, 2022
Microsoft releases the HoloLens 2 device. It uses cutting-edge Metaverse technologies to give travellers a special experience by letting them virtually see destinations.
6. Global DevSlam
Let’s hear it for the youngest programmer in the world, Kautilya Katariya! Live at the Global DevSlam PyCon MEA Stage, Kautilya is talking about Computational complexity, the efficiency of a program. #GlobalDevSlam. pic.twitter.com/QDqHbGJTDJ
— GlobalDevSlam (@globaldevslam) October 12, 2022
Additionally, “Global DevSlam,” the largest gathering for Middle Eastern programmers and developers, will take place at GITEX GLOBAL 2022.
7. Dubai Police launches New Version of its Smart App
Towards a safer & more sustainable future.. The #DubaiPolice stand at #GITEX2022 introduces visitors to some of its innovations, digital services, NFT collection, & virtual reality. Explore the future with us on our third day at #GITEX. pic.twitter.com/GRg7gSBiF0
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) October 12, 2022
This declaration was made on the second day of GITEX GLOBAL 2022, held at the Dubai World Trade Center. They launched their app in 7 different languages. These seven languages are available on the app: Arabic, English, Russian, German, Chinese, French, and Spanish. The innovation was put into use to identify serious accidents like car collisions and automatically send out a distress signal (SOS) in the event of a serious traffic accident.
8. HYPERVSN
Explore the Holographic human, a portable holographic digital signage and much more by @HYPERVSN at Hall 8. #GITEXGLOBAL pic.twitter.com/B7WFrYlzp9
— GITEX GLOBAL (@GITEX_GLOBAL) October 12, 2022
The revolutionary Integrated 3D Holographic Display System, offering viewers an immersive experience, was the creation of the multi-award-winning British business, HYPERVSN. Users can also build and modify unique 3D content with HYPERVSN’s user-friendly technology without any specialised knowledge.
9.Robots
Through participating at GITEX 2022, DEWA will showcase at its stand number SD-1 its robots, which perform various tasks such as customer service and enhancing communications among people anytime, anywhere. For more, visit DEWA stand at GITEX 2022. #DEWAATGITEX pic.twitter.com/7T1CTKyuUH
— DEWA | Official Page (@DEWAOfficial) October 6, 2022
Swiss-Mile surveillance robot,Mwafeq Robot, by Dewa, Ottobot by Ottonomy and BHS technology robot microscope are the robots to look out at GITEX GLOBAL. Each robot has its unique characteristic to charm you.
Also Read: Emiratis Witness First Global Flying Car In Dubai Take Its Test Flight
10. Dubai Municipality Rescuer
What is the name of the project showcased by #DubaiMunicipality at #GITEXGLOBAL 2022 that provides 2D and 3D maps and Dubai digital twin maps? Comment with the correct answer for a chance to win valuable prizes! pic.twitter.com/W7xQJxh2Ll
— بلدية دبي | Dubai Municipality (@DMunicipality) October 11, 2022
The most recent development for the Dubai Municipality’s Coastal Rescue and Safety System is the first aid for drowning victims. We can launch it on “auto-pilot” to follow a fixed route or remotely controlled. The department formed it to assure the safe and precise placement of rescue buoys or rafts for people in need.
When: 10th- 14th of October, 11 am till 5 pm
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre.
This year, GITEX GLOBAL will welcome more than 4,500 businesses, thousands of displays, and more than 100,000 visitors from 170 different nations.
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