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TECHx
21-07-2025
- Business
- TECHx
UAE Launches AI Summer Camp to Empower Youth
Home » Emerging technologies » Artificial Intelligence » UAE Launches AI Summer Camp to Empower Youth The UAE National Programme for Artificial Intelligence, in collaboration with the National Programme for Coders, has announced the launch of the seventh edition of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Summer Camp. The initiative aims to empower youth, harness their potential, and equip them with the latest artificial intelligence tools and technologies. It also seeks to develop future-ready skills that enable participants to apply AI across different sectors. Running from mid-July to mid-August 2025, the camp encourages young people to design innovative solutions to real-world challenges. It aims to foster progress in advanced technology fields. The UAE AI Summer Camp targets a wide range of participants. These include children, school and university students, youth, and AI and coding experts from various professional backgrounds. The programme offers a comprehensive educational experience covering seven key themes. These include: The future of artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning Smart applications in education, healthcare, and finance Web development, robotics, AI ethics, cybersecurity, and virtual/augmented reality The camp features workshops, hackathons, challenges, interactive sessions, and lectures led by experts. Dr. Abdulrahman Al Mahmoud, Director at the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, stated that the camp reflects the UAE leadership's vision to prepare a knowledgeable generation. He added that this generation will be equipped to apply AI effectively across all areas of life. He noted the continued success and strong community engagement in the camp. This, he said, shows increasing awareness of the importance of advanced technologies and digital preparedness. Dr. Al Mahmoud also emphasized that the camp is part of a broader ecosystem of national initiatives. These initiatives support the development of a sustainable digital economy and strengthen the UAE's position as a global leader in future-focused sectors. The AI Summer Camp is held in collaboration with government and private sector entities, as well as global technology companies specializing in artificial intelligence and coding. The workshops cover various topics, including AI in the job market, AI-powered innovation, gaming labs, chatbots, AI culture, and applications in sustainability, water, agriculture, ocean science, and security. Over its six previous editions, the UAE AI Summer Camp has attracted more than 34,000 participants. These came from diverse educational and academic backgrounds. The programme continues to support skills development aligned with the latest technological advancements.
Al Etihad
21-07-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Seventh edition of UAE AI Camp Kicks off to empower future innovators
21 July 2025 15:48 DUBAI (WAM)The UAE National Programme for Artificial Intelligence, in collaboration with the National Programme for Coders, has launched the seventh edition of the UAE Artificial Intelligence Summer initiative aims to empower youth, harness their promising potential, and equip them with the latest AI technologies and tools, while developing future-ready skills that enable them to apply artificial intelligence across various fields of from mid-July to mid-August 2025, the UAE AI Summer Camp aims to broaden young people's possibilities by encouraging them to design innovative solutions to real-world challenges and drive progress in advanced technology camp targets a wide range of participants across different age groups, professional backgrounds, and segments of society, from children, school and university students, and youth, to AI and coding camp offers a comprehensive educational experience covering seven key themes: the future of artificial intelligence, data science and machine learning, smart applications in education, healthcare, and finance, web development and robotics, AI ethics and governance, cybersecurity, as well as virtual and augmented programme also includes knowledge workshops, interactive sessions, hackathons, challenges, and expert-led Abdulrahman Al Mahmoud, Director at the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office in the UAE Government, emphasised that the UAE Artificial Intelligence Summer Camp reflects the vision of the nation's leadership to build a future led by a knowledgeable and empowered generation, equipped with AI tools and capable of applying them effectively across all aspects of added that the continuity of the camp and the growing community engagement underscore the increasing awareness, both societal and institutional, of the importance of adopting advanced technologies and proactively preparing for the digital Al Mahmoud noted that the camp is part of an integrated ecosystem of government initiatives aimed at supporting the development of a sustainable digital economy and reinforcing the UAE's position among the world's leading nations in future-oriented workshops and activities of the UAE AI Summer Camp are held in collaboration with a group of government and private sector entities, as well as leading global technology companies specialising in artificial intelligence and workshops cover a wide range of topics, including: how robots think, AI-driven innovation, the AI Hour, application development with Apple Education, artificial intelligence in the job market, and AI gaming labs. Additional topics include AI agents and chatbots, AI-powered business development, AI culture, and an introduction to computing and artificial intelligence in key sectors such as sustainability, agriculture, water, ocean science, and safety and UAE AI Summer Camp has witnessed participation and wide community engagement across its six previous editions, attracting over 34,000 participants from various educational and academic backgrounds. The camp's events, training workshops, and diverse discussion sessions have been designed to develop participants' skills with the latest technological advancements.
Hi Dubai
20-05-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
MBRSG Launches AI Ethics Assessment Programme to Advance Responsible Tech Use in UAE
The Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government has launched a new AI Ethics Assessment Programme, aimed at equipping professionals with the tools to evaluate and implement ethical AI systems. The initiative supports the UAE's push to become a global leader in artificial intelligence while ensuring responsible innovation. Developed in collaboration with the UAE's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, the programme features the IEEE CertifAIEd™ curriculum and will run from May 26 to 30, 2025, at the MBRSG headquarters in Dubai. Targeting professionals in strategy, compliance, data governance, technology, and innovation, the programme offers intensive training on AI ethics principles, transparency, accountability, privacy, and bias mitigation. Participants will also undergo practical sessions and an exam to qualify as CertifAIEd™ Assessors. Dr. Ali bin Sebaa Al Marri, Executive President of MBRSG, emphasized the importance of the initiative in shaping AI policies that balance innovation with ethical responsibility. 'This reaffirms our commitment to developing national talent and supporting the UAE's vision of becoming a model in digital governance,' he said. The programme aligns with the broader national strategy inspired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision to integrate AI education into academic systems and prepare a future-ready generation. By promoting ethical standards in AI adoption, the initiative strengthens community awareness and institutional readiness for the growing impact of smart technologies. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hi Dubai
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Hi Dubai
Dubai to Host ‘Machines Can See 2025' AI Summit at Museum of the Future
As part of the inaugural Dubai AI Week, the highly anticipated third edition of the Machines Can See AI Summit will take place from April 23-24, 2025, at the Museum of the Future. Organised by Polynome Events under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the summit will gather global AI experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss AI's role in shaping a safer world. Under the theme 'Good AI: Making the World a Safer Place' , the event will feature 20 keynote speeches and panel discussions, exploring AI's impact across sectors such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, industry, art, and fashion. The summit's expo zone will include three key sections: a showcase of cutting-edge AI and robotics, a dedicated startup hub, and a space featuring UAE-based universities. Saqr Binghalib, Executive Director of the AI, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, highlighted the UAE's ambition to become a global AI leader, stating, 'Guided by its leadership, the UAE is harnessing AI to drive a prosperous and sustainable future.' International perspectives will also take center stage, with Zhaslan Madiyev, Kazakhstan's Minister of Digital Development, participating in a panel on AI's role in talent retention and global competitiveness. Renowned AI experts, including Gerard Medioni (Amazon Prime Video & Studios), Dawn Song (UC Berkeley), Michael Bronstein (University of Oxford), and Marc Pollefeys (ETH Zurich), will provide insights on AI's evolving landscape. Additionally, a special discussion led by Mauro Martino (IBM Research) will explore AI's growing influence on artistic creativity and visual storytelling. Held as part of Dubai AI Week, the Machines Can See 2025 summit underscores Dubai's commitment to pioneering AI advancements and fostering a global dialogue on responsible AI innovation. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Hi Dubai
14-02-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE and Cyprus Forge AI and Digital Economy Partnership
The UAE government's Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office has announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy of the Republic of Cyprus. The collaboration aims to strengthen digital cooperation, exchange best practices in artificial intelligence, and drive the growth of the digital economy while enhancing community well-being. The agreement was signed by Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, and Dr. Nikodimos Damianou, Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation, and Digital Policy of Cyprus. The signing underscores both nations' commitment to accelerating digital innovation and fostering global cooperation in AI and advanced technologies. Al Olama highlighted that under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE continues to build international collaborations that drive AI advancements. He emphasized that such partnerships align with the vision of the World Governments Summit, reinforcing the UAE's role as a global hub for digital innovation and knowledge exchange. Dr. Damianou stated that the agreement facilitates the exchange of AI policies, encourages joint research projects, and strengthens collaboration between academic and research institutions. He further noted that the partnership will support AI talent development and the creation of AI-driven products and services. The UAE-Cyprus alliance marks a significant step toward advancing AI capabilities, leveraging expertise, and shaping a sustainable future driven by technological progress. News Source: Emirates News Agency
