Dubai AI Week hosts second Global Prompt Engineering Championship
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The National
37 minutes ago
- The National
From screen to plate: Creative Dubai cinema experience allows you to eat what you see across five-course menu
How many times have you watched a film and wondered what the food in a particular scene might taste like? At Teatro restaurant in Rotana Towers Dubai, Movie Eats transforms that passing thought into a cinematic dining experience. This is not just dinner and a movie; it is a curated event where each course is inspired by what appears on screen, timed to match key moments in the film. The set up When I visited, the feature was Eat Pray Love, starring Julia Roberts as Elizabeth Gilbert, a woman on a journey of self (and culinary) discovery across Italy, India and Bali. Much like the film's story, the menu moved through Italian and Indian flavours, bringing the narrative to life through taste. Setting the scene for the five-course dinner-and-show experience, a menu, cutlery and napkins are laid out before guests arrive. In keeping with a traditional cinema experience, we are initially served popcorn. On a roll My experience began with a mixed berry mojito, a light and refreshing drink reminiscent of the relaxed aperitivo scenes from the film's Italian chapter. The first course was cheese ravioli, a rich and creamy dish notable for its full flavour. The second course arrived as a larger platter combining artichoke and melon, with clam tagliatelle and Napoli pizza. Although they connected well with what we were seeing on screen, I felt the mix of dishes did not complement each other particularly well. The tagliatelle was nicely prepared, but I am not a huge fan of clams; and the pizza would have definitely benefitted from more sauce and toppings. Moving away from Italian food, we were served turkey breast slices with vegetables and gravy, presented during the film's Thanksgiving montage. The meat was tender and juicy, and felt as warm and comforting as the scene we watched. As the film moves to India and Elizabeth's journey of self-discovery begins, we were presented with an Indian dipping platter featuring sambar, daal and chutney, served with saffron basmati rice and puri. The dishes were bold and fragrant, but the spices were strong to the point of overwhelming for my palate. To finish, we were served chocolate cupcakes, which linked perfectly with the final leg of Eat Pray Love, as the characters are eating a similar dessert towards the end of the film. Behind the scenes Movie Eats launched in Dubai in November 2023. Since then, it has hosted a series of events and built a growing community of film and food lovers. Founder and chief executive Sarah Fay says the idea is rooted in her love for storytelling and sensory immersion. 'We choose films where food plays a central or memorable role in the storyline,' she tells The National. 'Our team then designs a menu that brings those dishes to life, blending storytelling with flavour to create a fully immersive dining experience.' So far, the team has featured titles such as Ratatouille, The Menu and Shrek, each matched with multicourse menus that correspond to specific scenes. Hot ticket The next screening is scheduled for October 2025, with tickets expected to be released in September. Tickets start at Dh389 for adults and Dh199 for children under 12. Screenings typically accommodate between 30 and 50 guests, which keeps the atmosphere intimate while still feeling communal. Guests are encouraged to book early as screenings tend to sell out. The Movie Eats team are currently considering expanding around the UAE. 'We're exploring opportunities to take Movie Eats to the other emirates and even internationally,' Fay says. 'We're also working on new theme nights, collaborations and possibly children's editions in the near future.' A cut above Movie Eats is a fun concept where food becomes part of the film unfolding on screen. While some dishes are more memorable than others, the attention to detail in the set up and service adds to the experience. Courses are timed and served smoothly, allowing you to stay immersed without distraction. It makes for a creative and memorable night out.
Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- Khaleej Times
Schools to courts: Dubai expects new AI icons to be used across sectors
Dubai anticipates that its Human-Machine Collaboration (HMC) icons and standards will be adopted across a wide range of sectors — from high schools and universities for assignment submissions to investment consultants advising on market strategies. 'Research and management consultants can use them to build client trust, while legal firms may use them to highlight when human expertise plays a critical role in court recommendations,' said Dr Heba Chehade, Head of Foresight Research at the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), in an interview with Khaleej Times. The DFF developed the system. 'We also see adoption by … creative professionals in media, art and advertising (who may) leverage the system to show the balance between human creativity and machine assistance,' she added. 'This system enables organisations to demonstrate value and authenticity to their audiences.' Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the global classification system introduces five primary classifications indicating levels of human-machine collaboration, along with nine icons that illustrate the point in the process where the interaction occurred. 'Machines' in this context include digital technologies such as algorithms, automation tools, generative AI models, and robotics. When asked whether usage of the icons will be monitored, Dr Heba clarified that the HMC system is not intended to be a regulatory or policing tool. 'Unlike online detection tools or generative watermarking — which still face technical limitations and are focused purely on outputs — the HMC system is designed to encourage transparency from the start of the process. It is about enabling content creators to disclose where and how AI was involved, acknowledging that even researchers themselves often rely on personal judgement when working iteratively with machines. Rather than enforcing compliance or penalties, the goal is to promote accountability and integrity in a way that is practical and user-driven.' Government projects Sheikh Hamdan has directed Dubai Government entities to adopt the system in their research and knowledge-based projects. 'His Highness has directed all Dubai Government entities to integrate the HMC system into their research and knowledge-based efforts,' Dr Heba explained. 'In practice, this can apply anywhere content is created and shared — whether in policy, strategy or public communications. As a guiding principle, any output that informs decision-making and impacts society, whether in the short or long term, should include these icons. For example, a policy report outlining future urban development strategies would benefit from displaying these icons to demonstrate transparency around human and AI contributions.' Currently, use of the HMC icons is voluntary and open to anyone — in Dubai or globally. 'At the DFF, we implemented the icons immediately upon their announcement. Since then, our research partners, including research institutions and government bodies, have shown significant interest and commitment to adopting them. Like the global community, which has long awaited such standards, we are eager to see which organisations in Dubai and beyond will lead the way.' Reflecting on how the system came to be, Dr Heba said the foresight research team began with a central question: What if we created a framework that empowers researchers to self-declare, driving greater accountability and encouraging innovation beyond machines' capabilities? 'From ideation and drafting use cases to design iterations and legal protections, the process was deeply collaborative. Our designers transformed early concepts into the icon set we see today, which now stands as a pioneering framework for transparent human-machine collaboration.'
Arabian Post
4 days ago
- Arabian Post
Dubai Sets Global Benchmark for AI Transparency
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai has introduced the world's first icon-based system to clearly signal whether content is crafted by humans, artificial intelligence, or a blend of both. Launched by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Human–Machine Collaboration classification marks a shift in content disclosure standards. The initiative requires government entities to adopt the system immediately, marking a drive towards accountability and public trust in an era of rapid AI integration. The HMC framework comprises five primary icons: All Human, Human-Led, Machine-Assisted, Machine-Led, and All Machine, each reflecting increasing levels of machine involvement. Developers can further specify nine functional icons to indicate AI contribution across tasks such as ideation, data analysis, writing, translation, visuals, and design. ADVERTISEMENT The system, developed by the Dubai Future Foundation and endorsed by Sheikh Hamdan in his capacity as Chairman of its Board of Trustees, is compulsory for all Dubai government research and knowledge publications. Media content, academic papers, technical reports, videos, academic journals and other multimedia outputs must now prominently display the appropriate icons. For non-government creators, the icons are voluntary but available for ethical transparency. Sheikh Hamdan said transparency is essential for distinguishing human creativity from machine efficacy. He urged global content creators—researchers, publishers, writers, and designers—to adopt the new classification as a norm. On LinkedIn, he stated: 'Today, we launch the world's first Human–Machine Collaboration Icons…a new global benchmark in the age of AI,' inviting worldwide adoption. The initiative meets growing demands for clarity around AI-generated content in scientific, academic, and creative fields. As AI technologies such as generative models and automation tools proliferate, distinguishing authorship becomes increasingly complex. The HMC system addresses this by offering concise visual indicators of machine involvement throughout a document's lifecycle. Beyond classification, the icons offer practical guidelines. Each icon can appear on the cover, footer, or bibliography of a document, with no numerical thresholds assigned. The nine functional icons enable precise reporting by highlighting stages influenced by AI, such as data collection or translation. The system avoids quantification due to challenges in objectively assessing AI contribution levels. Dubai's icon strategy is modelled on enhancing trust in public knowledge creation. Government entities in Dubai must adopt the icons; private sector use is labelled 'opt-in and voluntary,' encouraging transparency across broader sectors. The icons aim to build credibility in educational materials, annual reports, research briefs, social media content, public-facing campaigns, and design outputs. Industry experts have broadly welcomed the initiative. Fast Company Middle East noted the dual-layer approach offers transparency without excessive complexity, while Economy Middle East reported Sheikh Hamdan's emphasis on the blurred lines between human art and machine output. Gulf News cited the icons as a tool for 'honest self-assessment,' reinforcing accountability among content creators. Academics and publishers are now exploring integration possibilities. The system could become a template for journal submission protocols or university publishing frameworks. Concerns persist about compliance monitoring and the potential for misuse—some question whether creators may understate AI contribution or apply icons inconsistently across formats. Dubai Future Foundation has emphasised that icons are free to use and do not require licensing; they are copyrighted but freely deployable, with no prior permission needed. The foundation's intention is to encourage natural adoption in scholarly work, media, and social channels, promoting a culture of transparency rather than regulatory enforcement. Global observers note that while Dubai is first, other cities and institutions are likely to follow. The HMC icons address growing demand from research communities for AI disclosure standards, amid debates over authorship attribution, peer review confidence, and reproducibility. Dubai's initiative closes a gap in ethical AI practice by establishing a clear visual code for machine involvement. As AI-generated content becomes ubiquitous, its success will depend on global uptake, consistent application, and alignment with existing ethics and publishing standards. In the meantime, Dubai's icons offer a blueprint for transparency, setting a new bar for content creation in the AI era.
