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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.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska of Ukraine visited Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi. They met with MBZUAI leadership including President Dr. Eric Xing and Dr. Behjat Al Yousuf. The delegation received a briefing on MBZUAI’s goals and strategies to support the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-based economy and AI leadership. Why it matters: The visit signifies the UAE's growing prominence as a hub for AI research and education on the global stage.
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Kazakhstan's Prime Minister, Askar Mamin, and senior delegates visited Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and were hosted by Professor Eric Xing and Dr. Behjat Al Yousuf. The visit included a tour of the MBZUAI campus in Masdar City and a briefing on the university's goals. Discussion between Mr. Shigeo Katsu, President of Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan, and MBZUAI leadership explored potential partnerships. Why it matters: This visit signals growing interest and potential collaboration between Central Asian nations and the UAE in the field of AI research and education.
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Emirates Post Group (EPG) hosted the first cohort of MBZUAI’s Executive Program at its headquarters. MBZUAI President Eric Xing thanked EPG for its leadership in forming an AI expert community. EPG showcased its advancements in applying AI, blockchain, and other technologies to enhance efficiency and advance business offerings, particularly within Emirates Post and EDC. Why it matters: This highlights the growing collaboration between academic institutions like MBZUAI and leading industry players in the UAE to drive AI adoption and innovation across various sectors.
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Harvard Professor David C. Parkes is leading a session on AI, Machine Learning, and Economics for the inaugural cohort of the MBZUAI Executive Program. This program includes 42 participants, including ministers and C-suite executives, and spans 12 weeks. The program aims to support the UAE's AI leadership mission through education and capacity building. Why it matters: This highlights the UAE's ongoing efforts to attract global AI expertise and develop local leadership in the field, furthering its national AI strategy.
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MBZUAI has launched an Executive Program to help UAE government and business leaders unlock the potential of AI. The program includes six courses delivered by instructors from top academic institutions and global companies. It aims to foster collaboration between government, business, and the scientific community to advance AI development in the UAE. Why it matters: The program reflects the UAE's commitment to becoming a global leader in AI and leveraging it for economic growth.
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A delegation of senior government officials from Kazakhstan visited MBZUAI in Abu Dhabi. Discussions covered MBZUAI's academic programs, research opportunities, and potential partnerships. The dialogue also addressed the importance of AI and its applications in society. Why it matters: This visit signals growing international interest in MBZUAI as a hub for AI education and research, potentially fostering collaborations between the UAE and Kazakhstan in the field.