DUBAI: An “AI Retreat” will bring together 1,000 AI experts from the government, private sector and global technology companies at Dubai's Museum of the Future on June 11.
The AI Retreat is organised by Dubai Artificial Intelligence Centre in collaboration with the National Artificial Intelligence Programme and is the first event organised under the Dubai Artificial Intelligence Universal Blueprint (DUB.AI).
About DUB.AI
In April, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), launched DUB.AI, a plan focused on unlocking the power of technology to enhance quality of life. The plan focuses on AI governance and the deployment of AI in key sectors to improve both society and the economy.
The plan aims to provide an optimal ecosystem for AI companies and global talent by offering a business-friendly environment. DUB.AI aims to contribute AED 100 billion annually to Dubai's economy by boosting the digital economy and increasing productivity by 50 percent, accelerating the adoption of AI applications in support of the goals of Dubai Economy Agenda D33.
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The AI Retreat is being held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation (DFF).
The event will bring together AI experts, policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the various challenges and opportunities posed by AI regionally and globally, and contribute to building foundational strategies for AI adoption across sectors.
The conference will feature panel discussions, workshops and high-profile roundtables centred around four key themes: funding and finance, infrastructure, data enablement and workforce development.
Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications and Deputy Managing Director of DFF, stressed the importance of identifying AI opportunities early and accelerating the development of solutions that contribute to a better future for the economy and society, noting that the UAE was one of the first countries to adopt a national initiative on AI adoption and development.
“The AI Retreat will deliver an integrated set of pillars to position Dubai as a global destination for AI innovation that will drive development, support the digital economy and enhance the country's future-readiness,” he said.
He added that the UAE has become a leader in fostering international partnerships to unleash the potential of AI. In line with this convening role, the AI Retreat will bring together stakeholders to map out and develop future strategies to harness the potential of AI.
