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Dr Kai-Fu Lee on the advancement of AI

KAUST ·

Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman and CEO of Sinovation Ventures, delivered a lecture at KAUST on AI's transformative potential, highlighting KAUST's pioneering Artificial Intelligence Initiative. He praised KAUST's environment for fostering intellectual growth and attracting top talent with ample funding, and noted the importance of balanced AI data and algorithms to minimize cultural bias. He also notes that automation will take over half of current jobs. Why it matters: The lecture underscores the importance of AI research and development in the GCC region, particularly KAUST's role in attracting global AI leaders and fostering innovation.

Abu Dhabi’s AI university launches a 12-week crash course for UAE government and business leaders

MBZUAI ·

MBZUAI is launching a 12-week Executive Program to train UAE government and business leaders on leveraging AI. The program aims to equip decision-makers with skills to shape future industries, aligning with the UAE's AI ambitions. It will feature instruction from professors from Oxford, MIT, and Sinovation Ventures. Why it matters: This program signals the UAE's commitment to developing local AI expertise among leadership and realizing its economic goals in the sector.