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Gulf Insider
8 hours ago
- Business
- Gulf Insider
Dubai Opens Applications for AI Accelerator
Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has opened applications for the second cycle of its 'Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator' programme, offering global tech innovators and AI companies the opportunity to develop and deploy cutting-edge solutions in partnership with more than 20 government entities. Launched in collaboration with Dubai Future Accelerators, part of the Dubai Future Foundation, the initiative is a core pillar of the 'Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence', which aims to position the UAE city as the world's largest hub for AI-driven innovation across all key sectors. The programme targets four priority areas: Enhancing personalisation and efficiency in existing services Creating entirely new AI-powered solutions for previously unsolved challenges Boosting operational efficiency within everyday government processes Expanding accessibility to make services available to all segments of society Selected companies will gain direct access to senior decision-makers, receive mentorship from AI and industry experts, and work hands-on with government teams to pilot their solutions. Crucially, DCAI takes no equity stake, ensuring participants retain full ownership of their innovations. Participants will be invited to the emirate for an intensive eight-week residency from October 6 to November 28, 2025, with fully sponsored accommodation and travel. This allows teams to focus entirely on building and implementing their projects in a live government environment. The first cycle of the accelerator attracted 615 AI companies from 55 countries, resulting in 183 AI use cases, with 75 already piloted. Saeed Al Falasi, Executive Director of the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, said: 'The Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator programme is designed to spark innovative uses of AI, helping government entities position Dubai among the world's top cities for delivering agile, AI-powered public services defined by speed, quality, and efficiency. 'Our goal is to create seamless, intelligent experiences that save time and effort while enhancing quality of life, all in service of making Dubai the happiest city in the world.' Applications are open until 28 August 2025. AI companies can register via the DCAI website for a chance to collaborate on shaping the future of public services in the emirate. Also read: Digital Dubai Launches World's First AI-Powered Virtual 'Emirati Family'
Mid East Info
a day ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Dubai's AI Accelerator Calls on Tech Innovators to Engineer the Future of Government Services - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence DCAI is now accepting applications for the second cycle of its 'Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator' program, inviting both local and international tech innovators and AI companies to collaborate with government entities on innovative solutions that harness AI to enhance public services across Dubai. Launched by DCAI in partnership with Dubai Future Accelerators, an initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation, the program seeks to attract groundbreaking ideas that address both today's challenges and those on the horizon for government services. It aligns closely with the 'Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence', reinforcing Dubai's vision to become the world's largest hub for AI-driven innovation across key sectors. Through this second cycle, participating companies will have the chance to work alongside over 20 government entities, focusing on four key areas. These include refining existing services by applying AI to improve personalisation and efficiency; creating entirely new services to tackle challenges once seen as an obstacle; boosting operational efficiency by embedding AI into everyday government processes; and ensuring inclusive accessibility by developing solutions that remove barriers and make services more widely available to all. Participants in the program will gain a host of valuable benefits. They will collaborate directly with experts to tackle real-world challenges and shape the future of public services. They will also enjoy direct access to senior decision-makers, opening doors to implement their solutions at scale. Importantly, the program requires no equity stake, ensuring participants retain full ownership of their innovations. With strong backing and support, AI companies will be able to explore exciting growth opportunities, both locally and internationally. Additionally, the program offers fully sponsored accommodation and travel for eight weeks in Dubai, enabling participants to focus entirely on developing and deploying their projects. Registration for the 'Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator' program is open until 28 August 2025. Selected companies will be invited to Dubai for an intensive eight-week program running from 6 October to 28 November 2025, working on-site alongside government teams. Saeed Al Falasi, Executive Director of the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, noted that the DCAI launched under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation, continue to propel Dubai's ambition to become the leading global city for deploying AI technologies to anticipate and shape future transformations across all sectors. Al Falasi commented: 'The Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator' program is designed to spark innovative uses of AI, helping government entities position Dubai among the world's top cities for delivering agile, AI-powered public services defined by speed, quality, and efficiency. Our goal is to create seamless, intelligent experiences that save time and effort while enhancing quality of life, all in service of making Dubai the happiest city in the world.' The program's first cycle drew strong global interest, with 615 AI companies from 55 countries taking part, 183 AI use cases have been defined of which 75 have been piloted, underscoring Dubai's leadership in transforming government services through AI and its steadfast commitment to improving community well-being. For more information about the DCAI and the application process, plea
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Business Standard
29-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Dubai taps Indian talent as it races to be global AI capital by 2031
Dubai is positioning itself as a global hub for artificial intelligence—and it is looking to Indian entrepreneurs, startups and talent to help drive the transformation. Speaking on the city's broader digital agenda, Younus Al Nasser, chief executive of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment at Digital Dubai, outlined the Emirate's push to become the global capital for AI development and implementation by 2031. 'India is clearly becoming a leader in technology development across several sectors, including AI applications, clean mobility, semiconductors, space and satellite technologies, e-commerce and fintech,' he told Business Standard, adding that Dubai has adopted an 'open-door policy of embracing innovation from across the globe.' The initiative gained momentum in June 2023, when Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence. The centre's mandate includes training 1,000 government employees from more than 30 entities on generative AI, supporting over 20 technology startups, and driving government service efficiency. This was followed by the launch of the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence—a recurring annual plan designed to align AI adoption with the city's economic goals. A key benchmark: contributing AED 100 billion annually to Dubai's economy through the digital economy and lifting productivity by 50 per cent through digital innovation. As of June 2024, 22 chief AI officers had been appointed across government bodies, and dedicated incubators such as the Dubai AI Campus at the DIFC Innovation Hub had been launched to foster Web3 and AI startups. Indian businesses are responding to the opportunity. 'In 2024, over 73,000 new Indian companies joined the Dubai Chamber of Commerce,' Al Nasser noted. He attributed this surge to proactive reforms. 'We are building the latest infrastructure and regularly updating our technology regulations to ensure any new companies wanting to expand to Dubai have their base already set up and face no regulatory hurdles or bureaucracy.' The long-standing cultural and economic ties between India and the UAE also help smooth the path. 'Today Indians make over 40 per cent of the UAE's population, therefore you can find an essence of Indian culture in almost every vicinity of Dubai and the UAE,' Al Nasser said. As Dubai accelerates towards its AI ambitions, Indian innovators are becoming a pivotal part of the city's digital growth story. Dubai's push to become a fully digital city stems from a long-running commitment to technological transformation beginning in 2000 with Dubai e-Government. It built a city-wide ERP system now serving 75,000 government employees. By December 2021, Dubai achieved fully paperless government operations, with every government-to-individual transaction conducted digitally. The city's digital strategy evolved in 2021 with the creation of Digital Dubai, shifting focus to citywide transformation across seven pillars, including the digital economy and cybersecurity. Regarding data ethics, cybersecurity and AI regulation, Al Nasser said Dubai is pairing its aggressive AI adoption strategy with a strong emphasis on responsible governance, aiming to set a global standard for ethical and secure technology deployment. 'Striking the right balance between AI innovation and safeguarding public trust is central to our strategy,' Al Nasser said. A cornerstone of that strategy is the use of innovation sandboxes—controlled environments where new AI technologies can be tested under regulatory supervision. Through these sandboxes, one can adapt policies based on real-world testing. This is giving innovators clarity on the regulatory landscape while ensuring that public interests are protected. Dubai's ethical framework also includes the 2019 Ethical AI Guidelines and AI Toolkit, alongside the AI Policy for Government Entities. The policy mandates transparency, explainability, human oversight and inclusive design, and requires internal AI ethics review committees. As cities around the world compete to become smarter and more sustainable, Dubai is advancing a data-driven and human-centric model of urban living. This is powered by emerging technologies and global partnerships. Dubai's data infrastructure began with the 2016 Dubai Data Law and Open Data Committee, leading to UAE PASS—the national digital identity platform launched in 2018. Now used by over nine million individuals across 15,000 service providers, it has processed more than 600 million transactions. Today, over 1,200 anonymised data sets from 24 sectors are publicly available, supporting innovation and service delivery. The Dubai Dashboard, built on real-time and predictive analytics, tracks and forecasts across 14 economic indicators—from tourism to traffic. 'Dubai's vision is not solely about technology adoption, but human-centric technology implementation,' Al Nasser added, emphasising the city's openness to international collaboration in building a sustainable, inclusive digital future.
Hi Dubai
28-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai AI Academy Launches to Accelerate Artificial Intelligence Education and Adoption
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has launched the Dubai AI Academy, an ambitious initiative designed to position the emirate at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) education and innovation. The announcement was made during the inaugural Dubai AI Week 2025, underlining the city's commitment to AI-driven economic growth and technological advancement. Located within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Innovation Hub, the Dubai AI Academy aims to educate 10,000 emerging and experienced leaders in AI. With backing from the DIFC Academy, the Academy will offer tailored training programs in partnership with prestigious institutions like Oxford University's Saïd Business School, Udacity, and the Minerva Project. The Academy's courses will focus on equipping professionals across various sectors with the knowledge needed to harness AI's potential. Initial offerings include 'AI for Civil Service', designed for government employees, and 'Leadership in the Age of AI', which will teach strategic decision-making, ethics, and adaptability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. The initiative is part of Dubai's broader vision to double the contribution of AI to its GDP and cement its status as a global AI hub. It aligns with the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence ( and supports the city's growing AI, FinTech, and innovation ecosystem. Through this educational push, Dubai aims to foster a workforce ready to lead in the AI-powered future, driving progress across government, business, and society while enhancing its global competitiveness. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hi Dubai
28-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Future Foundation and Google Cloud Launch AI Upskilling Drive for Government Leaders
Dubai Future Foundation and Google Cloud have announced a new upskilling programme for Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) across Dubai's government entities, aiming to fast-track the city's AI ambitions under the Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence. The initiative will provide CAIOs with access to Google Cloud's suite of applied AI tools, training programmes, and strategic insights. It is designed to help AI leaders drive high-impact deployments, deliver real-world value, and accelerate innovation within their organisations. Building on the Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI launched in April 2024 by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the initiative marks another step towards positioning Dubai among the top 10 cities on the global Government AI Readiness Index. Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of Dubai Future Foundation, said the move highlights Dubai's leadership in appointing Chief AI Officers across government, a milestone achieved just one year after the launch of the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence in June 2023. Ziad Jammal, General Manager for Google Cloud UAE, Levant and North Africa, emphasised that equipping government leaders with advanced AI knowledge is crucial for future-proofing governance and reinforcing the UAE's standing as a global innovation hub. The collaboration reflects Dubai's ongoing commitment to responsibly scaling AI to benefit society while keeping pace with rapid global technological advancements. News Source: Emirates News Agency
