KAUST ·
Fahad Alsherehey, VP at SABIC, spoke at KAUST's Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) about authentic leadership. He cited SABIC's founding as an example of how leadership can turn challenges into opportunities. Alsherehey emphasized the difference between leadership and management, advocating for listening to one's team. Why it matters: The talk highlights the importance of leadership and vision in driving technological and economic development in Saudi Arabia.
MBZUAI ·
MBZUAI has joined the Aspen Institute’s Technology Leaders Initiative as a founding partner, alongside the Institute for Ethics in AI at the University of Oxford. This two-year program within the Aspen Global Leadership Network will convene 20 senior leaders from the global technology ecosystem. The initiative aims to explore ethical innovation, responsible leadership, and the societal impact of technology. Why it matters: The partnership highlights MBZUAI's commitment to fostering responsible AI development and ethical leadership in the technology sector.
WAM ·
The UAE Government has launched a new training program specifically designed for Chief AI Officers across its public sector. This initiative aims to enhance future technological leadership by equipping government leaders with essential skills in AI integration and strategy. The program is part of a broader effort to leverage artificial intelligence for improved government operations and service delivery. Why it matters: This program signifies the UAE's strategic investment in human capital for AI, reinforcing its national AI strategy and ambition to be a global leader in AI governance and application.