Why national research and innovation centres within the GCC are prudent investments

Why national research and innovation centres within the GCC are prudent investments

Innovation, namely emerging technologies, has become a critical factor in shaping our future. Artificial technology (AI), the internet of things (IoT), blockchain, 5G, and virtual and augmented reality are among those changing every aspect of our lives - and the impact is beginning to become apparent. Areas including national safety and security, education, healthcare, and economic competitiveness are all implicated - demanding government attention like never before.

The new reality stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic has shed light on the urgent necessity to accelerate technological innovation to become better prepared for the future - something that applies to nations just as much as enterprises. Moreover, the crisis has demonstrated how emerging technologies will impact our lives moving forward - AI has traced infected cases and 3D printing accelerated ventilator design