GITEX Global 2025 - more than a tech show

Rajnish Kautia
5 days ago
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GITEX Global 2025 being held from 13th -17th October 2025, isn’t just a tech show, it quietly hints at how daily life in Dubai (and UAE) is about to feel more futuristic, frictionless, and AI-powered.

Here’s how those big innovations actually translate into real-world change for Dubai residents.

Smarter, Faster Government Services

What is shown: Abu Dhabi unveiled the world’s first AI-powered public servant, able to handle documentation, queries, and approvals in seconds.

Abu Dhabi unveiled the world’s first AutoGov function with the latest version of TAMM today at GITEX Global 2025.

AutoGov introduces a groundbreaking model of proactive government services, automatically managing recurring tasks such as licence renewals, utility payments, and healthcare appointments.

The TAMM AutoGov function launch takes service delivery to the next level, marking a pivotal milestone in Abu Dhabi’s journey to becoming the world’s first AI-native government, representing the next generation of integrated intelligent service delivery. It can automatically manage recurring services, with users having the ability to set preferences, customise automation, and trust that services will happen seamlessly and securely.

This complements the capabilities of the TAMM AI Assistant, enabling a unique, intuitive, seamless delivery of over 1,100 public and private services on a single digital platform. TAMM AI Assistant provides smart, contextual, and proactive support, can complete many services on the customer’s behalf — enhancing both personalisation and proactivity across every user journey.

What it means for residents:

Shorter queues at government centres (or none at all).
24/7 digital assistance in Arabic & English.
Quicker trade license renewals, visa queries, and bill payments — all handled by conversational AI.

Intelligent Transport & Mobility

What is showcased: AI-powered trackless trams and self-driving pods under Dubai’s smart mobility project.

Powered entirely by electricity, the trackless tram system is not only eco-friendly but also more cost-effective and quicker to construct than traditional tram systems.

The AI-powered system will operate without fixed tracks and make use of optical navigation, GPS and LiDAR technologies.

Each tram consists of three carriages and can accommodate up to 300 passengers, making it an efficient option for city commuting.

With a top speed of 70 km/h and an operational speed ranging from 25 to 60 km/h, the tram is designed for both performance and safety. A single charge allows the tram to travel up to 100 kilometres, enhancing its viability as a sustainable public transport option.

At GITEX, a demonstration was set up comparing the trackless tram to a traditional tram – with the trackless version being lighter and easier to introduce new routes once implemented.

What it offers :

Smoother, greener public transport that adjusts routes based on demand.
Predictive traffic management → fewer jams on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Seamless payment through unified mobility wallets.

Smarter Cities = Smarter Living

What is trending: Integration of IoT and edge AI across buildings, utilities, and civic systems.

Dubai Municipality has announced the launch of Dubai Live, a cutting-edge digital platform designed to manage city operations, municipal activities, and urban systems across the Emirate in real time.

The initiative represents a significant step forward in urban operations management, integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, Digital Twin models, and predictive analytics.

Dubai Live consolidates vital data relating to infrastructure, construction activities — from licensing to completion — as well as planning updates through the Urban Planning Observatory.

The Observatory provides advanced analytics on buildings, facilities, infrastructure, and population and economic densities, enabling forecasts of future requirements to support urban expansion.

The platform also enhances connectivity with mobility systems across land, air, and maritime transport, ensuring a holistic view of Dubai’s citywide operations.

What we get :

Smart buildings that auto-adjust lighting, cooling, and power for sustainability.
Real-time alerts for water/electricity usage and waste pickup.
Faster emergency response times due to sensor-driven systems.

AI in Retail & Food

What is being showcased: Smart checkout, on-device AI for customer analytics, and cloud kitchens with predictive demand models.

You can checkout the newest POS terminals and kiosk solutions, purpose-built to meet the evolving needs of modern businesses across retail, hospitality, and quick-service restaurants.

Tap-to-Pay POS Solution – Contactless, Secure, and Fast

Revolutionizing retail interactions, Posiflex introduces a Tap-to-Pay POS solution powered by its proprietary NFC on Touch technology with multi-antenna support. Demonstrated on the sleek GT Series POS terminal, the solution delivers fully contactless transactions with enhanced speed and security.

What we get :

Walk-in, shop, and walk-out (no cashiers, no queues).
Personalised deals sent to your phone based on your shopping habits.
Fresher food delivery as restaurants use AI to predict what you’ll order next.

Healthcare That Thinks Ahead

What’s coming: AI diagnostics, predictive health monitoring, and telemedicine platforms powered by 5G.

Abu Dhabi is using artificial intelligence to help residents live longer, healthier lives by predicting the risk of diseases like diabetes and cancer even before symptoms appear.

The Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH) has rolled out an AI-powered patient risk profile across all hospitals and clinics, enabling doctors to make early interventions based on lifelong medical data.

The tool analyses data drawn from an individual’s entire health record since birth, identifying subtle patterns even humans might miss.

It scans their entire health record since they were born. It looks at trends that even humans wouldn't be able to catch. But what it allows for is physicians, and doctors are able to use this information, understand why it's recommending in this way, and then start treating patients before it happens.

The result — people live longer, healthier lives, because you catch these things earlier.

What it offers:

Faster lab results and preventive alerts on health apps.
AI doctors for basic consultations in multiple languages.
Shorter hospital visits for common issues thanks to automation.

Better Support for Small Businesses & Freelancers

At GITEX: New SME support platforms (like Khalifa Fund’s “Enterprise Journey”) and AI business tools.

Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFED) is launching “Enterprise Journey”, a unified digital platform to enable enterprises and providers to connect, grow, and scale, during its participation in GITEX Global 2025, under the umbrella of Abu Dhabi Government’s pavilion.

The “Enterprise Journey” is designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Abu Dhabi by providing access to funding, advisory services, training and artificial intelligence (AI-powered) support. Its scope extends beyond SMEs to benefit government entities, strategic partners, investors and the broader UAE economy.

The platform is part of KFED’s ongoing efforts to transform the SME empowerment ecosystem in Abu Dhabi by integrating a suite of services into a unified platform. Through its distinctive features, the platform promotes innovation, facilitates access to finance, unlocks growth opportunities, and drives sustainable economic impact.

du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, also announced a strategic partnership with Dubai SME, a government-backed SME enabler, to empower Emirati SMEs through an integrated ecosystem of mentorship programs, grants, joint initiatives, and cutting-edge digital solutions.

Agentic AI chatbots enable small businesses to provide 24/7 customer service and automate routine inquiries without requiring dedicated staff, while AI-powered automated operations help SMEs manage inventory, maintenance, and service delivery with minimal human intervention - particularly valuable for businesses with limited operational resources.

The API integration platform allows SMEs to easily incorporate AI capabilities into their existing systems without major infrastructure investments, while AI video analytics applications can help SME retailers monitor customer behaviour, optimise store layouts, and enhance security without expensive traditional surveillance systems.

Access to digital grants, funding, and AI-based advisory tools.
Simplified business setup and operations through integrated dashboards.
Reduced costs through automation (marketing, invoicing, inventory, etc.).

Education & Youth Tech

Highlights: XR and immersive learning were major themes.

UAE Ministry of Education participation under the theme ‘Shaping a Skill-Driven Future,’ aligns with its efforts to design the future of learning and empower teachers and students with advanced digital tools that enhance quality education and build future-ready skills. It provides an opportunity to highlight the UAE’s leadership in building a comprehensive digital education ecosystem that reflects the nation’s confidence in its youth’s capacity for innovation and creativity.

Learning Companion – An AI-powered smart platform that enables teachers to design customised lesson plans and interactive content more efficiently. It converts traditional materials into innovative digital strategies tailored to each learner’s needs through an interactive experience led by an Emirati teacher that supports multiple languages and smart analytics to track student progress. The platform enhances teaching quality and personalisation.

AI Ethics Platform – An interactive educational platform for students aged 7–10 that instils ethical and responsible technology use through adaptive learning experiences. The platform features virtual characters that guide students through real-life scenarios, encouraging critical thinking, empathy and ethical decision-making in their interaction with AI technologies.Educator Innovations: Towards Smart and Integrated Learning

Language Assistant Robot – A multilingual educational robot developed in collaboration with the Emirates College for Advanced Education. It enhances students’ English and foreign language skills through realistic voice interaction, progress tracking and smart recommendations.Under the theme ‘Future Makers’, the Ministry also showcases student-led innovations that reflect creativity in using technology to solve real-world challenges:

Desert Conqueror Robot – A solar-powered AI innovation designed to combat desertification through smart agriculture in arid regions. Equipped with environmental sensors, the robot monitors conditions and performs precise irrigation, demonstrating how technology can drive sustainability and inspire students to tackle environmental issues.

RoboFold – A student-designed LEGO-based robot that uses AI to identify fabric types and calculate the precise folding force required for each piece, demonstrating practical creativity and problem-solving.

What is offers :

Students using VR headsets to “travel” through history or explore scientific concepts.
More coding, AI literacy, and creative tech projects in schools.

Sustainability in Action

Showcase: Green tech, energy-efficient infrastructure, and AI-powered resource management.

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) showcasing within the Abu Dhabi Government Pavilion, its cutting-edge digital technologies and AI-driven initiatives transforming the emirate’s energy, water, district cooling, and petroleum products sectors.

The DoE’s participation underscores Abu Dhabi’s leadership in smart infrastructure and future energy systems. GITEX Global 2025 will serve as a platform to showcase AI-powered projects and digital solutions designed to boost energy efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. These efforts align with the DoE’s strategic framework for the energy and water sectors through 2050.

The Government of Sharjah is presenting the emirate’s digital transformation journey through interactive experiences and real-life success stories, reflecting deep integration among government entities and strong strategic partnerships with the private sector.

Future-ready gardens

Khorfakkan Municipality unveiled the Khorfakkan Smart Gardens project, an initiative designed to integrate nine AI-powered technologies that transform city parks into responsive, efficient, and sustainable environments.

Innovations in agriculture and livestock

The Department of Agriculture and Livestock introduced AgriHub, a comprehensive digital platform developed to support agricultural and livestock sustainability. AgriHub provides accurate, real-time data and analytics to help decision-makers implement science-based strategies that enhance productivity and environmental balance.

The department also showcased ‘Ektifa - Supply Chain Automation,’ a project leveraging industrial automation and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to modernise agricultural operations. The system integrates data-driven applications deployed in strategic locations, including the Maliha factory, Fili poultry farms, wheat harvesting systems, and robotic livestock management, to increase productivity, improve product quality, and advance food security in Sharjah and the UAE.

Advancing environmental sustainability

These projects form part of the Environmental Sustainability ecosystem, which unites agriculture, livestock, and green urban initiatives under a single framework powered by data and advanced technology. Through these innovations, Sharjah continues to establish sustainability as a way of life and position technology as a key enabler of environmental preservation, economic growth, and community well-being, reaffirming its role as a leading model for sustainable digital development in the region.

What is offers:

Smarter recycling and waste segregation systems.
Apps showing your personal carbon footprint.
Cleaner, cooler urban spaces using climate-adaptive tech.

Life in Dubai will become more connected, predictive, and personalised, you’ll interact with AI more than ever, often without realising it.

From how you commute, shop, and work, to how you get healthcare or manage your business, AI and automation will make things faster, greener, and more human-centric — the Dubai way.