The Emirates News Agency (WAM) and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) have signed a strategic partnership. The collaboration aims to advance knowledge and scientific research in AI, particularly in media. It will focus on developing innovative AI applications to enhance news content and delivery. Why it matters: This partnership signifies a growing trend of integrating AI into media in the UAE, potentially improving the quality and efficiency of news dissemination.
WAM (Emirates News Agency) and MBZUAI have signed a strategic agreement to collaborate on media and AI, knowledge sharing, training, and development. MBZUAI will be the Strategic Academic Sponsor of the Global Media Congress organized by ADNEC and WAM in November 2022. MBZUAI will also provide WAM employees with seats in its Executive Program and offer consultancy services for establishing an AI lab at WAM. Why it matters: This partnership aims to modernize the UAE's media sector by leveraging MBZUAI's AI expertise to develop innovative media applications and support the Global Media Congress.
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and Israel’s Weizmann Institute of Science have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in advancing artificial intelligence research and education. The partnership aims to foster joint projects, exchange programs, and knowledge sharing in areas of mutual interest within AI. Why it matters: This agreement signifies growing cooperation between the UAE and Israel in strategic technology sectors like AI, potentially accelerating innovation and development in both countries.
Emirates Health Services (EHS) and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) have signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation and knowledge sharing. The agreement focuses on developing human capital, promoting skills, and advancing scientific research and innovation. It includes research opportunities, sponsoring EHS employees for master’s and doctorate degrees at MBZUAI, and providing specialized AI training programs in healthcare. Why it matters: This partnership aims to enhance healthcare efficiency and digital skills in the UAE through AI, contributing to the overall well-being of the population.
MBZUAI has partnered with the World Economic Forum to launch a Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in the UAE. This center will focus on AI, energy transition, and cyber resilience, aiming to advance AI excellence and competitiveness in the region. It will convene leaders across sectors to co-design and pilot initiatives supporting AI research, governance, adoption, and innovation. Why it matters: This partnership positions the UAE and MBZUAI as key players in shaping the global AI landscape and addressing pressing economic, social, and human challenges through AI.