Technology Innovation Institute

Falcon 2: UAE’s Technology Innovation Institute Releases New AI Model Series, Outperforming Meta’s New Llama 3

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星期一, 五月 13, 2024

More importantly, Falcon 2 11B and 11B VLM are both open-source, empowering developers worldwide with unrestricted access.

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  • More importantly, Falcon 2 11B and 11B VLM are both open-source, empowering developers worldwide with unrestricted access.
  • In the near future, there are plans to broaden the Falcon 2 next-generation models, introducing a range of sizes.
  • The new scaled-down and versatile Falcon 2 11B models are set to give TII greater market adoption in the ever-evolving world of generative AI.
  • Falcon 2 11B is licenced under TII Falcon License 2.0, the permissive Apache 2.0-based software license which includes an acceptable use policy that promotes the responsible use of AI.

TUM Races to Victory at ASPIRE’s Inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League at Yas Marina Circuit

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星期日, 四月 28, 2024

TUM (Technical University of Munich) from Germany, claimed victory at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) , at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday (April 27).

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  • TUM (Technical University of Munich) from Germany, claimed victory at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) , at Yas Marina Circuit on Saturday (April 27).
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    TUM Races to Victory at ASPIRE’s Inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League at Yas Marina Circuit - (Photo: AETOSWire)
    Bringing a science experiment to the racetrack, the inaugural race pushed the boundaries of autonomous technology while adding entertainment value to extreme sports at an unprecedented scale.
  • Al Bannai, said: “Through the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, we've sparked a race revolution.
  • The inaugural event concluded with a spectacular display of fireworks and drones, illuminating the iconic Yas Marina Circuit.

Making History: ASPIRE to Launch Inaugural ‘Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League’ Redefining Future of Extreme Sport on April 27

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星期二, 四月 23, 2024

This brand-new autonomous racing competition marks a significant milestone in motorsport history, billed as the largest league of its kind globally.

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  • This brand-new autonomous racing competition marks a significant milestone in motorsport history, billed as the largest league of its kind globally.
  • These cars will be autonomized with autonomous racing stacks developed and integrated by the Technology Innovation Institute (TII).
  • ADNOC has come on board as title sponsor, providing crucial support, underscoring the widespread enthusiasm for advancing autonomous racing technology.
  • The inaugural A2RL event is part of Abu Dhabi Mobility Week, running from April 24 to May 1.

Uzbekistan Partners With UAE’s Advanced Technology Research Council to Accelerate Falcon AI Adoption

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星期一, 二月 19, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240219748628/en/
    His Excellency Shahab Issa Abu Shahab, Director General of ATRC and H.E.
  • Sherzod Shermatov, Minister of Digital Technologies of Uzbekistan signing the Memorandum of Understanding on the sidelines of WGS 2024.
  • Furthermore, Uzbekistan will encourage organizations and entities to join the recently announced ‘Falcon Foundation’ and contribute to the advancement of open-source Falcon models.
  • Both TII and AI71 offer vital channels for the deployment of the Falcon series of LLMs.

Renesas, STMicroelectronics and Ac6 join the Zephyr Project as it Launches the 3.6 Release

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星期一, 二月 26, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Zephyr® Project announced that Renesas Electronics Corporation, STMicroelectronics and Ac6 have joined as Silver members. Zephyr, an open source project at the Linux Foundation that builds a secure, connected and flexible RTOS for future-proof and resource-constrained devices, is easy to deploy and manage. It is a proven RTOS ecosystem created by developers for developers.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Zephyr® Project announced that Renesas Electronics Corporation , STMicroelectronics and Ac6 have joined as Silver members.
  • The Zephyr 3.6 release is a significant step towards delivering the next Long-Term Support version of the project later this year.
  • "At Ac6, we provide the tools and support necessary for you to expand your knowledge," said Roy Jamil, Project Director at Ac6.
  • Launched in 2021, the annual Zephyr Developer Summit is for developers using or considering Zephyr RTOS in embedded products.

Serbia Signs with UAE’s ATRC to Encourage Use of Falcon AI Models at WGS 2024

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星期三, 二月 14, 2024

This landmark collaboration aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Serbia’s technological infrastructure.

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  • This landmark collaboration aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Serbia’s technological infrastructure.
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    Under the terms of the MoU, Serbia will support the adoption of the ATRC’s Falcon large language models (LLM) and explore avenues of collaboration with ATRC around Falcon-powered solutions.
  • Furthermore, both entities will work together to encourage organizations from Serbia to join the Falcon Foundation and contribute to the success of open-source Falcon models.
  • By integrating Falcon open-source models across the board, we aim to drive breakthroughs in AI research and development.

São Paulo State Signs Landmark Collaboration With UAE’s Advanced Technology Research Council to Accelerate Falcon AI Adoption at WGS 2024

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024

This synergy aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into São Paulo's technological infrastructure and government services.

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  • This synergy aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into São Paulo's technological infrastructure and government services.
  • Faisal Al Bannai, Secretary General of ATRC and the Secretary of São Paulo State, Mr. Caio Mário Paes De Andrade signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024.
  • Furthermore, São Paulo will urge organizations and entities to join the Falcon Foundation and contribute to the advancement of open-source Falcon models.
  • Both TII and AI71 offer vital channels for the deployment of the Falcon series of LLMs.

São Paulo State Signs Landmark Collaboration With UAE’s Advanced Technology Research Council to Accelerate Falcon AI Adoption at WGS 2024

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024

This synergy aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into São Paulo's technological infrastructure and government services.

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  • This synergy aims to leverage the technical expertise of ATRC and its subsidiaries for the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into São Paulo's technological infrastructure and government services.
  • Faisal Al Bannai, Secretary General of ATRC and the Secretary of São Paulo State, Mr. Caio Mário Paes De Andrade signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024.
  • Furthermore, São Paulo will urge organizations and entities to join the Falcon Foundation and contribute to the advancement of open-source Falcon models.
  • Both TII and AI71 offer vital channels for the deployment of the Falcon series of LLMs.

UAE’s Technology Innovation Institute Launches ‘Falcon Foundation’ to Champion Open-sourcing of Generative AI Models

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a leading global scientific research center and the applied research pillar of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), today announced the launch of the ‘Falcon Foundation’.

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  • The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a leading global scientific research center and the applied research pillar of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), today announced the launch of the ‘Falcon Foundation’.
  • The non-profit Falcon Foundation is dedicated to advancing the development of open-source Generative AI models and to building sustainable ecosystems around open-source projects that accelerate technology development.
  • Commencing with TII’s powerful homegrown Falcon AI models, the Foundation will convene stakeholders, developers, academia, and industry, as well as individuals, and will help realize the power of cooperative decision-making among the contributors.
  • It will accelerate the democratization of AI with the help of notable Falcon Foundation Ambassadors – eminent AI professors in universities around the world, as well as key industry players in the field of AI.

UAE's ATRC Launches Global Tech R&D Platform at WGS 2024: Allocates US$200 Mn Fund to Accelerate Innovation for Developing Nations

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星期一, 二月 12, 2024

The newly launched ‘ATRC Global Tech R&D Platform’ serves as a channel for countries worldwide to tap into the UAE's technological expertise to address their unique challenges.

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  • The newly launched ‘ATRC Global Tech R&D Platform’ serves as a channel for countries worldwide to tap into the UAE's technological expertise to address their unique challenges.
  • To initiate applications through the platform, ATRC is allocating US$200 million in funding to accelerate innovation, particularly for emerging and developing nations.
  • The ATRC Global Tech R&D Platform invites applications from governments, organizations, and eligible stakeholders all over the world, prioritizing collaboration, and inclusivity.
  • Situated at the global crossroads, it extends its reach to entities worldwide, facilitating innovation on a truly global scale.