DCAI facilitates collaboration between 33 government entities to drive AI innovation and adoption

The Dubai Center for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) brought together representatives from 33 Dubai government entities to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation in the field of Artificial Intelligence.

He AI Majlispart of a series of meetings held for leaders in AI adoption among government entities, addressed key global technology trends and emerging opportunities, as well as strategies that will shape the future of AI in the Government of Dubai, achieving the key objectives of the DCAI.

The Center was inaugurated in June 2023 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundationto position Dubai as a global leader in the adoption of AI in public sector work.

During the Majlis AI, Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications, He highlighted the importance of different government entities pursuing a common goal through the exchange of knowledge and experiences.

He said,

“Government entities must be fully prepared for technological advances that will change the way they operate and provide services. “A high level of future-proofing is essential to meeting the needs of stakeholders and taking advantage of the opportunities that arise as a result of the rapid development of AI.”

Participants highlighted the importance of collaboration in developing legislation and regulatory frameworks that support the integration of AI into government systems. These frameworks can improve the flexibility, efficiency and ability of government entities to develop innovative services. The meeting also emphasized the importance of knowledge sharing between government entities and the need to support young talents in the field of AI. Participants highlighted the need to foster a culture of innovation and creativity where people are encouraged to adopt novel ideas to use AI in their work.

DCAI An acceleration program recently concluded for 30 companies from 13 countries that worked on AREA 2071 over an eight-week period to develop more than 300 projects in which AI was used to address more than 100 different challenges that had been proposed by 33 government entities. from Dubai. .

The Center also announced that 72 collaborative AI projects will be developed in cooperation between government agencies and companies participating in the program, which has two tracks: the future of the government services sector and the future of the media and communication services sector.

DCAI is designed to help Dubai government entities employ future technologies to drive future readiness. He Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), Dubai Government Press Officeand Dubai Digital Authority are overseeing DCAI’s work along with various stakeholders. They are particularly focused on developing AI-related legislation, implementing strategies for its adoption, attracting the best global solutions, and supporting promising domestic talents.

News source: Emirates News Agency