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Al Bawaba
05-05-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
UAE schools to make AI education mandatory soon
Published May 5th, 2025 - 06:57 GMT ALBAWABA – The United Arab Emirates will soon introduce artificial intelligence (AI) education in schools. According to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, AI will be incorporated into the curriculum of government schools starting from the next academic year. Also Read UAE launches Artificial Intelligence Academy AI to be introduced in UAE schools next year Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced that artificial intelligence (AI) will be rolled out in UAE government schools starting next academic year, with lessons for students as young as 4 years old.'As part of the UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future, a new world, and advanced skills, the UAE government today approved the final curriculum to introduce Artificial Intelligence' as a subject across all stages of government education in the UAE, from kindergarten to grade 12, starting from the next academic year,' Sheikh Mohammed intelligence (AI) subjects will be introduced at all educational stages, from 4 years old (Reception) to 18 years old (Grade 12), to help students develop, comprehend, and understand the evolving global concept of AI. There is no news yet regarding private schools, as the announcement specifically pertains to government schools across the country. Notably, Sheikh Mohammed also emphasized the importance of awareness and ethics in the field of AI, including understanding data, algorithms, applications, and the associated risks in education. As part of the UAE's long-term plans to prepare future generations for a different future, a new world, and advanced skills, the UAE government today approved the final curriculum to introduce 'Artificial Intelligence' as a subject across all stages of government education in the… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) May 4, 2025 'We appreciate the efforts of the Ministry of Education in developing a comprehensive curriculum, affirming that artificial intelligence will transform the way the world lives. Our goal is to teach our children a deep understanding of AI from a technical perspective, while also fostering their awareness of the ethics of this new technology, enhancing their understanding of its data, algorithms, applications, risks, and its connection to society and life. Our responsibility is to equip our children for a time unlike ours, with conditions different from ours, and with new skills and capabilities that ensure the continued momentum of development and progress in our nation for decades to come,' added Sheikh to sources, the subjects will cover various teaching areas, including foundational concepts, data and algorithms, software use, ethical awareness, real-world applications, innovation and project design, and policies and community subjects will be divided based on students' age groups and introduced in three main cycles. In the first cycle, students will compare machines to humans, develop digital thinking skills, and explore AI two will focus on the design of AI systems, learning about algorithms, and understanding technology use and ethics. Cycle three will introduce students to command engineering. The UAE Ministry of Education emphasized that comprehensive guides, activities, models, and lesson plans will be introduced and provided to dedicated teachers, who will be responsible for teaching AI as part of the Computing, Creative Design, and Innovation subject in schools. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Al Bawaba
29-04-2025
- Science
- Al Bawaba
Godfather of AI issues serious warning about its dangers
Published April 29th, 2025 - 07:53 GMT ALBAWABA - Geoffrey Hinton, the British-Canadian computer scientist and cognitive psychologist known as the Godfather of Artificial Intelligence (AI), issued a serious warning about the dangers of AI, saying that it could eventually take control away from humans. Also Read UAE launches Artificial Intelligence Academy Hinton warns about AI The 77-year-old researcher and scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics last year for his significant work on neural networks. Notably, Hinton proposed a method in 1986 for predicting the next word in a sequence—a concept that now underpins major language models. Previously, Hinton believed that AI was crucial for global development across diverse fields and sectors, including education, medicine, the environment, and more. However, he now warns that the dangers are growing rapidly, suggesting there is a 10–20% chance that AI could eventually take control away from humans. "The best way to understand it emotionally is we are like somebody who has this really cute tiger cub. Unless you can be very sure that it's not gonna want to kill you when it's grown up, you should worry,' Hinton explained. Furthermore, Hinton criticized major companies—including Google, OpenAI, and xAI—for prioritizing profits over safety when it comes to AI. He explained that these companies are continually lobbying for fewer AI regulations in order to increase their revenues over time. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Al Bawaba
26-04-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
UAE launches Artificial Intelligence Academy
Published April 26th, 2025 - 07:32 GMT ALBAWABA – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the launch of its Artificial Intelligence Academy, an AI and programming institution. The academy will offer short programs in multiple languages, along with a specialized Chief AI Officer (CAIO) Program. The Artificial Intelligence Academy in UAE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched the Artificial Intelligence Academy with a strong aim to develop the country's artificial intelligence (AI) sector and position itself as a leader in AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond. The academy was developed through a collaboration between Polynom Group—an event management company dedicated to building a professional AI and robotics community—and the Abu Dhabi School of Management (ADSM), a leading higher education institute offering graduate and undergraduate degrees in management. The academy will offer short programs in multiple languages, along with a specialized Chief AI Officer (CAIO) Program. (Shutterstock) According to sources, the academy will offer short programs in multiple languages, covering fundamental concepts of AI, national AI strategies, generative AI tools, and executive-level applications designed to help leaders access and leverage AI across various sectors. Notably, NVIDIA's expertise and technologies will be integrated into select programs to support the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the region. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Khaleej Times
25-04-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE launches Artificial Intelligence Academy with short programmes in multiple languages
UAE has launched the Artificial Intelligence Academy, an initiative that aims to develop a new generation of AI leaders. The academy combines advanced research with real-world industry insights, strengthening the Middle East's position in global AI innovation. The AI Academy, launched by the Polynom Group in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi School of Management, offers a series of short programmes specifically designed for executives, senior government officials, and technical professionals. These programmes will cover the fundamental concepts of AI, national AI strategies, generative AI tools, and executive-level applications that facilitate leaders' access to various sectors. These short programmes will be available in multiple languages and will form the basis for broader AI capacity building efforts. The strategic partnership agreement was officially signed in the presence of Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, during the annual professional AI summit, "The Machines Can See Summit." Following the initial launch, the Academy will also launch the Chief AI Officer (CAIO) Program, a pioneering 3-4-month leadership programme designed to empower a new generation of AI decision-makers. Comprising eight advanced modules, the programme provides participants with a comprehensive foundation in AI strategies, governance, and deployment across multiple industries such as finance, healthcare, and public administration. Participants will attend exclusive seminars led by leading scientists and global industry leaders, providing them with firsthand insight into the latest research and innovations in areas such as computer vision, large language models, sovereign AI, and AI ethics. These sessions will foster fruitful dialogue and provide practical and strategic insights for those shaping the future of AI in the region. The academy will also integrate NVIDIA's expertise and technologies into select programmes, contributing to the shared mission of accelerating AI readiness and real-world application across the region. Alexander Khanin, founder of the Polynom Group, emphasised the group's commitment to bridging the gap between scientific discovery and commercial applications of artificial intelligence. He noted that through its collaboration with the Abu Dhabi School of Management and NVIDIA, the group is poised to deliver a unique educational experience that fosters innovation and responsible technical leadership. Dr Tayeb Kamali, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi School of Management, emphasised that the launch of the Artificial Intelligence Academy, which focuses on providing leaders in the region with the tools and insights needed to harness the transformative potential of AI, reflects the ongoing commitment to innovation in management education and positions the UAE as a global center for leadership in AI in business. He explained that the goal of this partnership is to empower the next generation of changemakers to lead future trends in a world increasingly dependent on technology and data. The AI Academy serves as a catalyst for collaborative research projects, networking opportunities, and startup incubation.
