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Leaders
15 hours ago
- Business
- Leaders
Generative AI Will Create New Job Opportunities: Study
Saudi Arabia's Digital Government Authority (DGA) has released a recent study tackling the current state of the AI's adoption and the possible economic impact. Titled 'Generative AI in Digital Government Business', DGA's study explores the key challenges and recommendations for decision makers and involved stakeholders. It also focuses on how to leverage from the solutions of the generative artificial intelligence at the local level and how to employ them to elevate government services. Importantly, the study anticipates that the expected contribution of AI to the gross domestic product by 2030 will be $135 billion. Moreover, the Saudi authorities revealed that investment in AI will reach $40 billion. 90% of AI experts see that generative AI will create new job opportunities. Benefits of Generative AI Apart from this, the study discusses the benefits of using the generative AI in government sectors. The adoption will accelerate the development of software solutions through the preparation of reusable code sets and automation of debugging. It will also reduce operational costs by automating repetitive tasks and allow resource reallocation. By automating routine tasks such as document and report preparation, the generative AI will increase productivity and boost operational efficiency. Depending on generative AI techniques will also improve decision making and provide real-time access to sensitive data for legal teams and intelligence operations. Moreover, it will provide customers with smooth and seamless experiences by automating virtual support solutions. In the light of all these factors, the use of generative AI will encourage innovation by creating new ideas for public programs and analyzing comprehensive data sets to identify emerging trends and introduce advanced policies. Related Topics: Saudi Arabia Launches Generative AI Training Initiative SDAIA: Generative AI Market Value Expected to Reach $1.27tn by 2032 SDAIA, KSU to Launch Generative Artificial Intelligence Forum Short link :
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
France announces intention to procure GlobalEye from Saab
STOCKHOLM, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Saab and the French defence procurement agency, Direction générale de l'armement (DGA), have today signed a joint declaration of intent regarding the sale of Saab's GlobalEye Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft to France, including ground equipment, training and support. The joint declaration of intent, which was signed today at the Paris Air Show, includes DGA's intention to procure two GlobalEye aircraft from Saab. The joint declaration of intent also includes an option for DGA to purchase two additional aircraft. A final notification process to complete the procurement will now follow. The DGA has stated that a contract is expected to be finalised in the coming months. The parties have not yet entered into a contract and Saab has not yet received an order for GlobalEye from France. "We welcome today's announcement by France about the intention to procure GlobalEye, which will enhance the French Armed Forces' situational awareness and threat detection across the air, land and sea domains. Our solution will enable France to maintain full sovereign control of its airborne early warning and control capability," says Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab. GlobalEye is an advanced multi-domain AEW&C solution with an array of active and passive sensors that provide long-range detection and identification of objects in the air, at sea and over land. By providing real-time information to air forces, armies and navies, GlobalEye enables enhanced situational awareness of the surrounding areas and early detection of threats. Contact Saab Press Centre+46 (0)734 180 018presscentre@ Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 25,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. This information was brought to you by Cision The following files are available for download: France announces intention to procure GlobalEye from Saab Saab GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft View original content: SOURCE Saab Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Eutelsat and France's Armed Forces Ministry Reach Landmark Framework Agreement for Low Orbit Satellite Services in the Context of Frances' NEXUS Program
Signaling a strategic evolution in France's space strategy, combining military and civilian resources Underscoring the crucial role of low Earth orbit (LEO) constellations in defense applications Providing strategic in-space resources in advance of the availability of the IRIS² constellation PARIS, June 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and France's armed forces ministry (Direction générale de l'armement) have today announced a landmark framework agreement on the occasion of the Paris Airshow. The agreement is the embodiment of the NEXUS (Neo-Espace pour de multiples Usages Sécurisés) program launched by the French Ministry of Defence, which aims to reinforce the current French military space communications model by combining military and civilian resources. France reaffirms its commitment to the European IRIS² program, which has been supported from the outset since the French Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2022. However, the urgency of the international situation means that it cannot wait until then. As the first concrete step in the NEXUS project, the French defense procurement agency (DGA) has reached a 10-year framework agreement, valued at up to €1 billion in expenditure, with Eutelsat, covering the supply of priority-access space resources (notably capacity on Eutelsat's OneWeb LEO constellation), the hosting of ancillary missions for the French armed forces, and operational and security maintenance. The agreement also covers the upgrading and securing of the constellation for military grade use. Jean-Francois Fallacher, Chief Executive Officer of Eutelsat commented: "We are honored at the prospect of supporting the French armed forces through this historic agreement, which underscores the crucial role of low earth orbit satellite capacity in responding to the requirements of contemporary operational theaters. Eutelsat today offers the only commercially operated LEO constellation capable of meeting stringent military standards ahead of the deployment of IRIS². It provides global coverage, low latency, rapid deployment, and adaptability to mobile use cases, attributes validated by successful large-scale experiments conducted with the French Armed Forces." About Eutelsat Group Eutelsat Group is a global leader in satellite communications, delivering connectivity and broadcast services worldwide. The Group was formed through the combination of the Company and OneWeb in 2023, becoming the first fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator with a fleet of 35 Geostationary satellites and a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation of more than 600 satellites. The Group addresses the needs of customers in four key verticals of Video, where it distributes more than 6,500 television channels, and the high-growth connectivity markets of Mobile Connectivity, Fixed Connectivity, and Government Services. Eutelsat Group's unique suite of in-orbit assets enables it to deliver integrated solutions to meet the needs of global customers. The Company is headquartered in Paris and the Eutelsat Group employs more than 1,500 people across more than 50 countries. The Group is committed to delivering safe, resilient, and environmentally sustainable connectivity to help bridge the digital divide. The Company is listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ticker: ETL) and the London Stock Exchange (ticker: ETL). DISCLAIMER The forward-looking statements included herein are for illustrative purposes only and are based on management's views and assumptions as of the date of this document. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks. For illustrative purposes only, such risks include but are not limited to: risks related to the health crisis; operational risks related to satellite failures or impaired satellite performance, or failure to roll out the deployment plan as planned and within the expected timeframe; risks related to the trend in the satellite telecommunications market resulting from increased competition or technological changes affecting the market; risks related to the international dimension of the Group's customers and activities; risks related to the adoption of international rules on frequency coordination and financial risks related, inter alia, to the financial guarantee granted to the Intergovernmental Organization's closed pension fund, and foreign exchange risk. Eutelsat Communications expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to update or revise any projections, forecasts or estimates contained in this document to reflect any change in events, conditions, assumptions, or circumstances on which any such statements are based, unless so required by applicable law. The information contained in this document is not based on historical fact and should not be construed as a guarantee that the facts or data mentioned will occur. This information is based on data, assumptions and estimates that the Group considers as reasonable. View source version on Contacts Media enquiries Joanna DarlingtonTel. +33 674 521 531jdarlington@ Anita BaltagiTel. +33 643 930 178abaltagi@ Katie DowdTel. +1 202 271 2209kdowd@ Investors Joanna DarlingtonTel. +33 674 521 531jdarlington@ Hugo Laurens-BergeTel. +33 670 80 95 58hlaurensberge@
Web Release
2 days ago
- Business
- Web Release
FLY-R R2-600 rhomboid UAV
As Part of Its Request for Offer for a Low-Cost Male UAV, DGA (French Defense Procurement Agency) Has Notified FLY-R of Its First Contract Based on the R2-600 Rhomboid UAV
Web Release
2 days ago
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As Part of Its Request for Offer for a Low-Cost Male UAV, DGA (French Defense Procurement Agency) Has Notified FLY-R of Its First Contract Based on the R2-600 Rhomboid UAV
As Part of Its Request for Offer for a Low-Cost Male UAV, DGA (French Defense Procurement Agency) Has Notified FLY-R of Its First Contract Based on the R2-600 Rhomboid UAV FLY-R, the French company specializing in the design and construction of rhomboid-wing UAVs, has been notified of a contract within the framework of a request for offer launched by DGA to develop the largest model of the FLY-R range, the R2-600. Thanks to its specific aerodynamics, the rhomboid wing, a type of shape similar to a lozenge, with no vertical surface, allows speed ranges and maneuverability far superior to other sail shapes. For similar wingspan, a rhomboid-wing aircraft can double the performance in terms of speed, flight time and payload carried. Nevertheless, no system based on rhomboid wing could be operationally developed because of its complexity. But progress recently realized in the fields of aerodynamics, computational code, new materials, equipment and propulsion, have allowed the success of FLY-R innovative approach. FLY-R is developing a complete range of UAVs with wingspans of 1.20 m, 1.50 m, 2.40 m and 6.00 m. The R2-600, the object of DGA's request for offer, is a hybrid-powered medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) UAV with a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 1,700 kg, capable of flying up to 45,000 feet (around 15,000 meters) for missions of more than 20 hours. The R2-600 is particularly well-suited to military missions: surveillance of vast areas, operations in hostile territory, offensive missions thanks to its weapons-carrying capacity, and the possibility of remote launch from a deployable infrastructure, while maintaining a very moderate cost to facilitate mass deployment. According to the terms of this request for offer, FLY-R must demonstrate the R2-600's operational capabilities in flight before the end of 2026. The fact that FLY-R has been selected for this request for offer illustrates the company's success in the design and development of these new types of aircraft, thanks to high-quality R&D and exemplary cooperation with ONERA (French National Aeronautical Laboratory) and the Duqueine group, which specializes in the design and manufacture of parts and sub-assemblies in high-performance composite materials, notably for the aeronautics sector. As part of its international development strategy, FLY-R is in discussions with defense contractors in the European Union and Middle East countries. «The current geostrategic context shows that drones have become essential components of military operations. FLY-R has been working for several years on rhomboid-wing UAVs, which are complex to build. The expertise of our teams has enabled us to take a major technological step forward by developing a complete range of these unmanned vehicles, including the R2-600 which, if it meets the requirements of the request for offer, will complete the French air arsenal with an easy-to-use and costeffective machine. » Laurent COLLET-BILLON, CEO of FLY-R « Being selected for this request for offer is a source of pride for our teams, and the achievement of years of research, development and testing. We would like to thank DGA for its confidence, as well as ONERA and the Duqueine Group for the quality of our partnership. » Rémi ALBERT, Deputy CEO of FLY-R « The Duqueine Group is delighted to contribute to the manufacture of the first large-scale rhomboid UAV designed by FLY-R, which represents a remarkable innovation for aeronautics and MALE missions in particular. » Gilles DUQUEINE, President of the Duqueine Group « FLY-R has proven expertise in rhomboid wing systems and a high degree of maturity in complex aeronautical systems. Rhomboid wing systems have demonstrated excellent aerodynamic and structural performance, with unique flying qualities and the ability to perform original maneuvers. The implementation of the rhomboid configuration in a MALE context seems to us to be highly relevant. » Franck LEFÈVRE, General Technical Director of ONERA FLY-R is chaired by Éric Thieulin, and its executive committee includes Laurent Collet-Billon, CEO Strategy & Development; Rémi Albert, Deputy CEO Operations & Business; François Varigas, CTO.
