MBZUAI ·
The Director-General of the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority, Mohamed Abdelhameed Al Askar, will give a talk on AI adoption in government. The talk will cover key points related to AI utilization within government organizations. Al Askar has experience managing digital initiatives such as the Abu Dhabi Government Services Program (TAMM). Why it matters: This signals the increasing importance of AI in public sector modernization efforts in the UAE and the broader region.
MBZUAI ·
MBZUAI's computer science department, led by Xiaosong Ma, focuses on improving AI efficiency and sustainability by reducing wasted resources. Xiaosong's background in high-performance computing informs her approach to optimizing AI workloads. She aims to collaborate with experts across different AI domains at MBZUAI to address these challenges. Why it matters: Optimizing AI efficiency is crucial for reducing the environmental impact and computational costs associated with increasingly complex AI models in the GCC region and globally.
arXiv ·
This study compares AI uptake in the UAE and Kuwait, analyzing how constitutional, collective-choice, and operational rules shape AI implementation and its impact on citizen centricity and public value creation. It finds that the UAE's concentrated authority and pro-innovation environment enable scaling AI initiatives, while Kuwait's dispersed governance and cautious approach limit progress despite similar resources. The research highlights the importance of vertical rule coherence over wealth in determining AI's public-value yield.
MBZUAI ·
MBZUAI AI Talks hosted a webinar on AI in government, featuring Dr. Mohamed Abdelhameed Al Askar of the Abu Dhabi Digital Authority. Dr. Al Askar highlighted use cases such as machine learning for cardiovascular risk calculation, student performance prediction, and traffic safety tools. The UAE aims for a 60% GDP increase by 2031 through AI, with an estimated AED 353 billion economic benefit. Why it matters: This showcases the UAE's proactive approach to integrating AI across various sectors, particularly in public services and infrastructure.
Bahrain AI ·
Canada is developing a whole-of-government AI strategy that emphasizes responsible AI adoption. The strategy considers the unique challenges of updating legacy IT infrastructure while integrating modern AI solutions. It also aims to promote collaboration between government departments, academia, and the private sector. Why it matters: This approach could serve as a model for other nations in the GCC region seeking to modernize their own government services through AI.