As 2026 kicks into full gear, we’ve started the year where much of our story began: Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.​From exhibiting at the World Future Energy Summit and FUSE AI, to joining high-level dialogues on sustainability, welcoming international delegations, and being shortlisted for regional awards, 2026's inaugural weeks have highlighted how quickly temperature intelligence is moving from concept to everyday decision-making.​

FortyGuard recently participated in the AI and Climate Symposium at UC Berkeley, hosted by Bakar Climate Labs and the Bakar Institute of Digital Materials for the Planet.

FortyGuard is proud to be showcasing at Make it in the Emirates 2025 as part of the Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) Ramp-Up Program. Held at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, this event is a landmark opportunity to spotlight national industrial champions, innovators, and sustainability-driven technologies shaping the future of the UAE.

This month, FortyGuard is honored to take part in the AI and Climate Symposium: From Cutting-Edge Research to Commercialization, hosted by Bakar Climate Labs and the Bakar Institute of Digital Materials for the Planet at the University of California, Berkeley.

FortyGuard was recently featured on Impact with AI, a global interview series hosted by Brandon Andrews spotlighting entrepreneurs using artificial intelligence to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In the conversation, our Founder & CEO Jay Sadiq shares how we’re redefining the role of temperature in a warming world — not just as a forecast, but as a foundational layer of infrastructure.

FortyGuard recently participated in the AI and Climate Symposium at UC Berkeley, hosted by Bakar Climate Labs and the Bakar Institute of Digital Materials for the Planet.

FortyGuard recently participated in the AI and Climate Symposium at UC Berkeley, hosted by Bakar Climate Labs and the Bakar Institute of Digital Materials for the Planet.

We’re thrilled to announce that our founder and CEO, Jay Sadiq, has been profiled in Founders in Focus, a feature series celebrating the bold ideas and brilliant minds behind tomorrow’s leading startups.

At FortyGuard, we’ve long believed temperature is the next trillion-dollar problem. Today, we take a giant step toward solving it—not just for cities and industries, but for machines themselves.

FortyGuard was recently featured in the Founders & Funders series by NVIDIA for Startups, showcasing our vision and technology at the global #GTC25 conference. The interview—conducted with our CEO, Jay Sadiq—highlighted how we are redefining urban heat management with temperature intelligence.

FortyGuard is proud to announce the launch of the Heat Intelligence Report, a major addition to our Temperature Dashboard®—designed to bring heat mapping and analysis into a new era.

FortyGuard was honored to participate in the 2025 MBZUAI Internships & Opportunities Fair, engaging with an exceptional pool of students and fresh graduates from Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI)—the world’s first dedicated AI research institution.

FortyGuard is honored to announce our membership in the Solar Impulse Foundation, a global initiative dedicated to identifying and scaling 1000+ clean, profitable solutions that drive economic growth while addressing environmental challenges.

FortyGuard is honored to be recognized as a UAE Future100 company, an initiative launched by the UAE Ministry of Economy and the Minister of State for Government Development and the Future. This program celebrates the top 100 startups and scaleups making a significant contribution to the UAE’s future economy across key sectors, including sustainability, AI, fintech, and intelligent mobility.

FortyGuard is honored to have won first place in the AI competition at SIFAMO AI Summit, an event that brought together some of the world’s most innovative AI-driven startups. Held at the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the summit showcased the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, highlighting technologies with the potential to transform industries and impact global challenges.

FortyGuard’s advisor, Professor Roland Pellenq, has been featured in the DW Documentary on heatwaves, highlighting how urban design directly impacts rising temperatures and what can be done to mitigate extreme heat. Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense, making urban cooling a growing necessity. His research explores the concept of thermal coupling, where heat bounces between closely packed structures, amplifying temperatures in dense urban environments. Grid-based city layouts, common in many modern cities, increase urban heat retention, while irregular European-style layouts allow for better airflow and reduced overheating.

FortyGuard was proud to exhibit at Step 2025, Dubai’s largest and most influential tech festival, where we had the opportunity to engage with a dynamic ecosystem of investors, potential partners, and industry stakeholders. As cities worldwide face the growing challenge of urban heat, Step provided a valuable platform for showcasing how AI-powered temperature intelligence is redefining urban cooling and helping shape the future of climate resilience.

As climate change accelerates, cities around the world are experiencing rising temperatures, increased energy consumption, and worsening urban heat islands. Addressing these challenges requires data-driven innovation, and we are proud to be featured in Aritco’s Accelerating Retrofitting 2025 report, which explores how technology is reshaping urban sustainability and resilience.

The FortyGuard team had the privilege of welcoming Masdar to our Hub71 office for an engaging discussion on the future of temperature intelligence and its role in shaping more sustainable, climate-resilient cities. This visit was more than just a meeting—it was a continuation of a long-standing engagement between FortyGuard and Masdar, built on a shared vision of leveraging innovation to address global climate challenges.

At FortyGuard, we are dedicated to addressing one of the most pressing global challenges—urban heat. Our commitment to AI-powered temperature intelligence took center stage at Big 5 Global in Dubai, where our Founder & CEO, Jay Sadiq, was recognized for his contributions as a speaker at Big 5 Talks and LiveableCitiesX.

FortyGuard had the privilege of participating in the TechUp Cohort 1 event in Abu Dhabi, an initiative by Udacity and the Ghurair Foundation aimed at equipping Emirati professionals with advanced AI and GenAI skills for the future of business.

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the Out-of-Labs Showcase at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025. Our Founder and CEO, Jay Sadiq, presented during the session titled “Driving Innovation for Sustainable Change,” held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Hub in Abu Dhabi.

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the Out-of-Labs Showcase, part of the Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Hub, during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025. As part of this inspiring platform, we were honored to welcome esteemed leaders.

FortyGuard was proud to be part of the Out-of-Labs Showcase, hosted by Masdar Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025. This inspiring platform brought together leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore impactful climate solutions and foster collaboration.

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2025, where our Founder and CEO, Jay Sadiq, took part in a dynamic panel discussion titled “The Role of the Private Sector and Institutions in Delivering the Energy Transition.”

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the Pathways to 1.5C conference during the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2025, a global platform dedicated to advancing clean energy and sustainability. Our Founder and CEO, Jay Sadiq, delivered a presentation titled “AI Solutions for Climate Challenges” on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in Hall 7 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.

FortyGuard is honored to have been featured in Aletihad Newspaper for its innovative work in addressing urban heat through artificial intelligence.

At FortyGuard, innovation and collaboration drive everything we do. That’s why we were honored to participate in Abu Dhabi Business Week 2024, where business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts came together to shape the future of technology and sustainability.

This week, FortyGuard had the honor of presenting on NVIDIA’s stage at Slush 2024, one of the world’s most influential gatherings of innovators and changemakers. Selected through the NVIDIA Inception Program, this milestone reflects the growing recognition of FortyGuard’s mission to combat urban heat with our groundbreaking Temperature Intelligence platform.

We are proud to announce that FortyGuard took 1st place at Sustainova UAE 2024, a competition hosted by Risin Ventures to spotlight innovative startups dedicated to sustainability. This recognition is a testament to the impact of our AI-powered Temperature Intelligence solutions, which are helping cities combat urban heat and improve climate resilience.

Last month, FortyGuard had the privilege of participating in the MBZUAI Industry Partners Networking Event, where academia and industry came together to explore innovative collaborations in artificial intelligence and technology-driven solutions. This event provided a valuable platform for connecting with talented students, forward-thinking professionals, and like-minded organizations dedicated to advancing AI-driven solutions for a sustainable future.

We are excited to share that Startup Scene has named FortyGuard one of the “Top 10 Most Influential Regional Green & ClimateTech Startups” following the conclusion of COP29 in Azerbaijan. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to leveraging AI-powered technology to create cooler, safer, and more sustainable cities.

We are thrilled to announce that FortyGuard has been selected to join the prestigious Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First program! This incredible opportunity opens a new chapter in our journey as we continue to leverage AI-driven solutions to combat urban heat and enhance sustainability across cities.

FortyGuard is honored to announce that we have won Digital Supplier of the Year and the Dominic De Sousa Award for Innovation at the 14th Annual Climate Control Awards 2024, held on November 27 at The Amazing Ballroom, V Hotel Curio Collection, Al-Habtoor City, Dubai. These prestigious accolades celebrate excellence in digital innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement in the HVACR and climate-tech industries.

Last week, FortyGuard had the privilege of participating in the Dubai Family Office Investment Summit, a prestigious gathering that brought together global industry leaders, investors, and sustainability experts to explore how technology is shaping the future of environmental resilience and sustainable development.

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship (CCE) Showcase at the US Pavilion during COP29 Azerbaijan. This incredible opportunity was made possible through the support and selection of the U.S. Department of State, via the Office of Global Partnerships, and the nomination and backing of NVIDIA and the PVBLIC Foundation.

As urban heat intensifies worldwide, cities face growing challenges that demand innovative solutions. At FortyGuard, we are committed to transforming cities into cooler, more sustainable spaces through cutting-edge AI-powered technology. This mission took center stage at LiveableCitiesX, part of Big 5 Global in Dubai, where our Founder & CEO, Jay Sadiq, participated in an insightful fireside chat with urban specialist Hassaan Ghazali.

We are thrilled to share that FortyGuard has been featured in a CNN article that highlights the growing challenge of urban heat and the innovative solutions we’re developing to address it.

FortyGuard is proud to announce an exciting upcoming partnership with Toyota, one of the world’s most innovative leaders in mobility. Together, we aim to integrate FortyGuard’s Temperature GPS technology into global transportation solutions, marking a significant step forward in the application of climate intelligence to the mobility sector.

On October 30, 2024, FortyGuard was proud to participate in Fursah Careers 2024, an impactful career fair hosted by Khalifa University. This event brought together industry leaders, students, and graduates to foster connections and open doors to future opportunities in the UAE’s thriving job market.

We are proud to announce that Jay Sadiq, CEO of FortyGuard, has been recognized as a GITEX Impact Leader 2024. This prestigious recognition acknowledges Jay’s significant contributions to sustainability through FortyGuard’s innovative urban temperature intelligence solutions.

We are excited to share that FortyGuard has been shortlisted for the prestigious London Business School (LBS) Middle East & North Africa Startup Competition 2024! This annual competition, now in its third edition, has established itself as a premier platform for innovative startups in the MENA region, providing access to key investors, media exposure, and mentorship from industry leaders.

We are excited to announce that FortyGuard will be participating as an exhibitor at the INSEAD Middle East Talent Networking Forum on October 18, 2024, at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai. This forum is one of the region’s premier networking events, bringing together multinational companies and local conglomerates from various industries.

In an important recognition of its innovative solutions to urban heat management, FortyGuard proudly announces its selection as one of the Future 100 companies by the UAE Ministry of Economy and the Minister of Government Development and the Future. This distinguished privilege not only highlights FortyGuard's dedication to environmental sustainability but also aligns with the UAE's visionary leadership in nurturing a forward-looking economic and technological landscape.

On September 12th, 2024, FortyGuard was honored to participate in the Autodesk Climate Intelligence Challenge Showcase in Boston, where we had the opportunity to present our AI-driven urban cooling solutions. This event, hosted by Autodesk in partnership with MassChallenge, brought together innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to explore how Climate Intelligence can drive sustainable design and resilient infrastructure.

FortyGuard is excited to announce that our CEO and Founder, Jay Sadiq, was recently featured in the "Startup Spotlight" series by Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC). In this insightful audio interview, hosted by XTC’s Head of Ecosystem, John Martin, Jay describes the challenges of building solutions for urban temperature intelligence and his journey as a serial entrepreneur.

FortyGuard is thrilled to share that we were selected to participate in TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, one of the world’s premier platforms for showcasing innovation and groundbreaking solutions. This recognition highlights the growing importance of addressing urban heat as a critical climate challenge.

FortyGuard is honored to have been invited as part of the UAE economic delegation to India, led by H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, and H.E. Alia Bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship. The delegation's visit took place from July 23 to 25 with an aim to explore and strengthen cooperation in sectors such as the new economy, tourism, entrepreneurship, SMEs, AI-driven solutions, transport, and fintech.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – July 2024: FortyGuard is delighted to announce its recent participation in a panel discussion organized by H.E. Alia bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship of the UAE. The event was part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support innovative entrepreneurs and create an inspiring environment for them. This initiative underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering innovation and growth within the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the region.

We are thrilled to announce that FortyGuard has been selected as one of the Startup Battlefield 200 companies at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024! This recognition is an incredible milestone, and we’re excited to showcase our AI-driven urban cooling technology on one of the biggest stages in the tech world. TechCrunch Disrupt is the premier event for startups, innovators, and investors, and we’re honored to be part of the global conversation on innovation and sustainability.

We are thrilled to announce that FortyGuard will be participating in the 2024 Ideagen Global Partnership Summit, taking place on September 25, 2024, at the prestigious Harvard Club of New York City. This invitation-only event, hosted on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, brings together leaders and innovators from around the globe to advance the completion of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). FortyGuard is honored to be among this influential network, focusing on one of the most pressing challenges of our time: climate change and its impact on communities.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – May 2024: FortyGuard is proud to announce its win at the Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC) during NVIDIA GTC 2024. This event, a hub of innovation, technology, and impactful solutions, spotlighted the potential for AI to drive sustainability.

FortyGuard debuted its Temperature Operating System (tOS) at NVIDIA's Global Tech Conference, marking a new era in urban temperature analysis. This AI-powered platform offers in-depth temperature insights, Large Temperature Models (LTMs), and introduces Temperature as a Service (TaaS), setting a new standard for urban climate intelligence. Discover how FortyGuard is leading the way to cooler, smarter cities.

FortyGuard is honored to announce its participation in the NVIDIA Global Technology Conference (GTC) 2024, a paramount event showcasing breakthroughs in accelerated computing, generative AI, and robotics. Set to convene at the San Jose Convention Center from March 18-21, this conference marks the first in-person GTC in five years, anticipated to attract over 300,000 attendees, both in-person and virtually.

In a significant stride towards integrating technology with sustainability, FortyGuard has been awarded second place at the EGA Ramp-Up event, a notable achievement that underscores the company’s innovative approach to enhancing industrial health and safety. The event is spearheaded by Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) in collaboration with C3 – Companies Creating Change. EGA is the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas sector, and C3 is a UAE-based social enterprise that focuses on nurturing entrepreneurs whose innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics drive sustainability across various industries. The collaboration between Emirates Global Aluminium, the UAE's industrial giant, and C3, a leader in entrepreneurial support, in organizing this event underscores its prestige, therefore spotlighting FortyGuard's accomplishment as a significant milestone in merging technology with sustainability within the global industrial landscape.

FortyGuard is proud to share that Jay Sadiq, CEO of FortyGuard, recently took the stage at the Techstars Miami Demo Day to present the company's advanced approach to managing urban heat. This platform, renowned for accelerating the growth of startups in sectors such as AI and ClimateTech, offered FortyGuard an invaluable opportunity to highlight its impactful sustainability technologies.

FortyGuard, a trailblazer in urban climate intelligence, is proud to announce that its founder and CEO, Jay Sadiq, was recently featured in an exclusive interview as part of the COP28 series. The interview delved into FortyGuard’s mission to combat climate change through innovative climate tech solutions, highlighting the company's data-driven approach to cooling cities and its use of AI for climate analysis.

FortyGuard is making headlines for its revolutionary approach to mitigating urban heat, as featured in a recent Channel News Asia (CNA) article. The insightful piece, titled "Cooler commutes possible with UAE start-up's AI-powered tool providing easily accessible heat data," delves into how FortyGuard is addressing the critical challenge of global heat through AI and data analytics.

FortyGuard, a pioneer in the field of urban climate intelligence, proudly announces its feature in Fast Company Middle East, a publication renowned for its dedication to covering the intersection of business, innovation, and technology. The article, "Companies in the Middle East region are using AI to combat climate change," highlights FortyGuard's groundbreaking work in using AI to tackle the pressing issue of urban heat, showcasing the company's contributions towards creating cooler, more sustainable cities.

FortyGuard, an innovative leader in urban climate intelligence, is honored to announce its inclusion in the prestigious PwC Net Zero Future50 - Middle East report. This recognition places FortyGuard among the top 50 most innovative climate tech creators in the Middle East, identified for their significant impact on solving the climate crisis.

FortyGuard, a leading UAE-based cleantech startup, is proud to announce its feature in an insightful article by Medea Nocentini, Senior Partner at Global Ventures and Founder of C3 (Companies Creating Change), on "The Silver Lining of Early-Stage Innovation." The piece explores the pivotal role of early-stage innovations in addressing climate change, with a special focus on the United Nations COP28 climate conference's outcomes and the innovative solutions emerging from the Middle East and Africa (MEA).

FortyGuard, a leader in urban climate intelligence, is proud to announce that CEO Jay Sadiq will be a featured speaker at the upcoming NVIDIA GPU Technology Conference (GTC). This event marks a significant moment for leaders in technology and sustainability, showcasing the latest in AI and accelerated computing advancements. Sadiq’s participation highlights FortyGuard's pivotal role in utilizing cutting-edge technology to address urban climate challenges.

FortyGuard is excited to share our successful completion of the 8th Cohort of the Ma'an Social Incubator (MSI). This significant milestone in our journey underscores our unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and social entrepreneurship, aimed at addressing the social, cultural, and environmental challenges of our times.

In a time when cities around the world grapple with the escalating challenge of urban heating, FortyGuard is rapidly gaining traction as a beacon of hope and innovation. Our pioneering technology, made unique by our utilization of artificial intelligence and machine learning to understand urban heating and provide data-driven analytics and insights, propels us to the forefront of urban cooling solutions. A recent article by Startup Scene, "How Abu Dhabi Startup FortyGuard Cools Down Cities Across the Globe," marks a pivotal acknowledgment of our efforts and the global relevance of our technology.

FortyGuard is excited to announce our participation in the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2024, a key event for global energy and sustainability leaders. Scheduled for April 16-18 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), this summit showcases our strategic role in shaping sustainable urban environments worldwide.

FortyGuard is pleased to announce its recognition as a "Rising Star" in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Middle East & Cyprus 3rd Edition. This honor highlights our rapid growth and significant contributions to urban heat management technology.

Dubai, UAE – FortyGuard is thrilled to report a successful showcase at the SEE Global Sustainability Summit, held April 25-26, 2024, at the SEE Institute in Dubai. As a leader in urban climate solutions, FortyGuard demonstrated its innovative Temperature Operating System (tOS), reinforcing our commitment to pioneering sustainable urban environments.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – At the AVPN Global Conference 2024, held in Abu Dhabi, UAE from April 23-25, FortyGuard demonstrated its leadership in climate technology with a showcase of its innovative AI-driven Temperature Operating System (tOS). The conference, under the theme "Uniting Asia for a Sustainable Future," provided a platform for FortyGuard to highlight its solutions in urban heat management to an international audience of policymakers, investors, and industry leaders.

We are thrilled to announce that FortyGuard has been selected to join the esteemed InnoQube Switzerland Startup Program. This marks a significant step in FortyGuard's strategy, heralding our expansion into the European market. The acceptance into this prestigious program highlights our commitment to innovation in urban temperature management and our dedication to sustainable city development.

Abu Dhabi, UAE – FortyGuard is proud to be featured in the recent MIT Sloan Management Review Middle East article, “Navigating Generative AI's Potential in Your Enterprise,” by Hannah Jo Uy. This recognition highlights FortyGuard’s pioneering work in using AI to tackle urban climate challenges.

Dubai, UAE – June 2024: FortyGuard has garnered recognition as a runner-up in the Early Stage category at the Entrepreneurship World Cup 2024 (EWC). The startup received a special choice award in the “Sustainability” category and was also named a finalist for the Early Stage Startups Award, highlighting its innovative contributions to creating sustainable urban environments.

Dubai, UAE – June 2024: FortyGuard is honored to announce its recognition as a finalist in the prestigious Fast Forward Challenge Middle East & Africa 2024, organized by DHL Group. This year’s theme, "Future-Ready Logistics," aimed to identify innovative solutions that are reshaping logistics for a safer, greener, and smarter future.

FortyGuard is delighted to announce that it is a winner of the annual Make it in the Emirates Startup Pitch Competition. The event took place from 27-28 May and was organized by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and ADNOC. Despite only being in its second year, the competition has quickly become one of the region's most prominent industrial events. 

Abu Dhabi, UAE – July 2024: FortyGuard was honored to participate in the Second Annual Global Sustainability Forum, held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from July 10-12. Hosted in partnership with ADNOC, the New York Stock Exchange (part of ICE – the Intercontinental Exchange), and the CSO Network, the forum brought together over 400 guests to explore the nexus between AI and sustainability, focusing on preserving nature and enabling climate action.

FortyGuard Joins the UAE Delegation at SelectUSA Investment Summit 2024

FortyGuard is proud to announce that we have successfully graduated from the inaugural edition of the InnoQube Switzerland Startup Program. This significant achievement marks another milestone in our journey from the UAE to the US, and now to Switzerland, reflecting our dedication to pioneering sustainable urban heat intelligence solutions. Participating in this program has equipped us with the tools and insights necessary to introduce innovative, climate-smart solutions across Europe.

FortyGuard is excited to announce our pivotal role in the installation of the Solar Tree at Masdar City's Eco Plaza. This innovative structure addresses urban heat challenges and demonstrates the effectiveness of data-driven solutions in promoting sustainable urban development.

Dubai, UAE – July 2024: FortyGuard is proud to announce its recognition at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) Industry Partners Celebration. This event, hosted by UOWD, highlighted the vital role of industry partnerships in fostering student success through internships, job opportunities, and professional development.

FortyGuard is proud to have participated in the event "Charting Paths Towards a Sustainable Future," hosted by Solutions+. This significant gathering aligns with our mission to advance sustainable urban heat intelligence and supports the UAE’s Net Zero Commitment. The event, held at the Mubadala Tower Auditorium, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss the critical steps needed to achieve a low-carbon global economy.

We are pleased to announce that our CEO, Jay Sadiq, was invited to speak at the 24th session of the MBRIF Innovation Journeys Series. This prestigious event highlights the journeys of some of the world’s most talented minds, sharing their startup stories, challenges, and successes.