Robots, flying cars, and other attractions at GITEX 2018 in Dubai

More than 1,000 tech experts converged in Dubai to witness the emerging technologies at the 38th GITEX Tech Week. The five-day event — started Oct 14 (Sunday) — is expected to attract more than 4,500 exhibitors from more than 100 countries.

Tech experts this week are meeting in Dubai to witness the emerging technologies at the 38th GITEX Tech Week. The five-day event — which started on October 14 — has attracted more than 4,500 exhibitors from more than 100 countries, organizers said. The event focuses on artificial intelligence (AI), 5G, robotics, virtual and augmented reality, all under the theme ‘Experience Future Urbanism’, apart from the dedicated event for start-ups — Gitex Future Stars.

At least 34 Saudi tech companies participated in the event. Techies and designers are taking the opportunity to showcase technological advancements in the exhibition, including robots, flying cars to name a few.

Key highlights from the exhibition include:

Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, officially inaugurated the 38th GITEX Technology Week at DWTC and toured the exhibition area that attracted more than 4000 tech companies.

Video: @HamdanMohammed officially inaugurates the 38th GITEX Technology Week at DWTC, tours the exhibition area that attracted more than 4000 tech companieshttps://t.co/ASxgPCsp3c#Dubai pic.twitter.com/TDHCkbjkPe

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) October 14, 2018

UAE-based telecom provider, Etisalat, unveiled the autonomous flying car at GITEX 2018.

The self-driving cab is part of a series of smart technology initiatives the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled at GITEX Technology Week.

#Dubai to trial a self-driving taxi service https://t.co/2XX8a8Y2pC pic.twitter.com/MYYIzk4NR8

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) October 15, 2018

Humanoid robots have taken over this year’s GITEX. Yet another human-like robot, Melvin, impressed one and all with his witty dialogues.

حوار إنساني مع الروبوت ميلفن#شاهد_سكاي#GITEX2018 pic.twitter.com/Ue46y2VUyb

— سكاي نيوز عربية (@skynewsarabia) October 15, 2018

Speeding criminals in the UAE beware: check out Dubai Police’s latest, the Beast Patrol – a wheeled extravaganza, launched at GITEX 2018.

Get a closer look at our Beast Patrol wearing the Dubai Police Uniform.#wmotors #beastpatrol #safecitygroup #dubaipolice #gitex #gitex2018 pic.twitter.com/RqFzwZyjoy

— W Motors (@WMotors) October 15, 2018

Proton Software’s Dubai Robot greeted the visitors at the entrance and was reminiscent of hit Hollywood movie, Transformers.

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz Foundation (MISK) launched its own innovation department, bringing 20 startups from KSA to showcase their creative tech.

At #GITEXFutureStars, @TAQNIA asserts its vision of becoming a global #innovation hub in KSA. Connect with them here at #GFS2018! #Future #Tech #DWTC pic.twitter.com/s1mHck79zu

— GITEX Future Stars (@GITEXFS) October 15, 2018

Digital services provider, Elm, launched “Mojaz” service that will facilitate access to comprehensive information on used cars including the date of entry into Saudi Arabia, helping users make better purchase decisions based on reliable information from accredited sources.