MBZUAI and the Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Foundation (ADMAF) hosted the fourth edition of Mailis, focusing on AI's impact on the arts. The event, part of ADMAF’s Riwaq Al Fikr initiative, featured discussions on AI's role in music, visual art, and creative expression. A panel including MBZUAI's Gus Xia explored AI's creative potential in filmmaking and music. Why it matters: This collaboration highlights the growing interest in exploring the intersection of AI and culture in the UAE, potentially fostering new forms of artistic expression and cultural preservation.
MBZUAI hosted the third edition of its Mailis program, focusing on AI's role in redefining the workplace and strengthening the UAE’s innovation ecosystem. The session brought together entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators from Abu Dhabi’s government, business, and startup sectors to discuss AI integration. Leaders from organizations like Khalifa Fund and Hub71 shared updates on AI initiatives, while MBZUAI showcased AI tools that can act as a co-founder. Why it matters: This event highlights the UAE's commitment to fostering AI adoption and collaboration across sectors, positioning the country as a leader in responsible AI innovation.
The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-curate a program involving international professors, artists, and scientists. The collaboration will focus on STEAM projects, artist residencies, and publishing research papers. The partnership was announced in conjunction with the Riwaq Al Fikr talk exploring AI's implications for the music and creative industries. Why it matters: This MoU signifies a growing trend of integrating AI with arts and culture in the UAE, potentially fostering innovation and new forms of artistic expression.
MBZUAI has launched The Academy, a global platform for AI knowledge exchange, along with the world’s first AI x Arts Fellowship. The inaugural cohort of eight fellows includes artists and innovators like Refik Anadol and Amrita Sethi, who will participate in residency programs in Abu Dhabi in 2026. The Academy also encompasses the MBZUAI Executive Program (MEP), which empowers UAE leaders to leverage AI. Why it matters: This initiative signals MBZUAI's commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between AI and the arts, positioning Abu Dhabi as a hub for innovative AI applications in culture and heritage.
MBZUAI showcased AI applications for health, education, and climate at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2023. Talks highlighted AI's capacity to address challenges in climate change and other sectors, aligning with the UAE’s vision for technology-enabled solutions. MBZUAI researchers will demonstrate real-world AI applications and discuss research related to climate, health, and education. Why it matters: MBZUAI's focus on AI for sustainability demonstrates the UAE's commitment to leveraging advanced technology for addressing global challenges and advancing its leadership in clean energy and emissions reduction.