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OpenAI engineer talks tech, entrepreneurship, and the future of artificial intelligence

MBZUAI ·

Wesam Manassra, an MIT-trained full-stack engineer at OpenAI, spoke to MBZUAI students about his experiences in tech and entrepreneurship. Manassra, who also worked at Uber and Microsoft and co-founded two startups, emphasized the importance of communication, adaptability, and team culture. The event was held in collaboration with startAD and sponsored by the MBZUAI Incubation and Entrepreneurship Center. Why it matters: The talk highlights the growing interest in AI careers among UAE students and the role of local institutions like MBZUAI in fostering tech entrepreneurship.

UAE President meets OpenAI CEO to discuss AI cooperation - Dubai Eye 103.8

WAM ·

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to discuss cooperation in advanced technology, particularly AI. The meeting focused on leveraging AI to accelerate development and benefit humanity. This high-level discussion underscores the UAE's strategic commitment to becoming a global leader in AI innovation. Why it matters: This direct engagement between the head of state and a leading AI figure signals the UAE's intent to forge top-tier partnerships and influence the future direction of AI development on a national and global scale.