The inaugural Dubai AI Week is set to feature the third edition of the ‘Machines Can See’ AI Summit from April 23-24, 2025 at the Museum of the Future.
The summit, announced by Polynome Events, will gather experts, innovators, and policymakers to explore the societal implications of artificial intelligence across multiple sectors, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, industry, art, and fashion.
It will include 20 keynote speeches and panel discussions revolving around the theme ‘Good AI: Making the World a Safer Place’. The event will feature a unique expo zone divided into three sections, providing attendees with a wonderful the opportunity to explore groundbreaking global developments in AI and robotics in the expo area. There will also be a dedicated startup zone and a section showcasing universities from the UAE.
Saqr Binghalib, Executive Director at the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, stated that, “Guided by its leadership, the UAE is harnessing AI to drive a prosperous and sustainable future. By fostering an environment that nurtures smart solutions, the UAE aims to set a benchmark for a comprehensive digital transformation.”
Alexander Khanin, Head of Polynome Events, commented that, “By bringing together AI pioneers, we aim to foster community growth in the Middle East, showcasing the current capabilities of AI while exploring its potential to positively impact society.”
Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan, will participate in the panel discussion on ‘AI to Retain and Attract Talent,’ exploring AI’s role in mitigating brain drain and positioning nations as global talent hubs.
Panel discussions will cover a wide range of topics, from the influence of AI on art and fashion to the complexities of adversarial machine learning and AI investment opportunities.
Participants include Hadi Badri, CEO of Dubai Economic Development Corporation at DET; Rob van der Veer, Chief AI Officer at Software Improvement Group (SIG); and Paolo Benanti, Professor of AI Ethics at the Pontifical Gregorian University.
The upcoming summit will gather some of the world’s most distinguished minds in AI, including Gerard Medioni, Vice President and Distinguished Scientist at Amazon Prime Video & Studios; Dawn Song, Professor at UC Berkeley; Michael Bronstein, DeepMind Professor of AI at the University of Oxford; and Marc Pollefeys, Professor of Computer Science at ETH Zurich. They will shed light on the AI’s evolving landscape and its implications across industries.
The summit will feature a dedicated session exploring the intersection of AI and creative expression. Mauro Martino, Creator and Director of the Visual AI Lab at IBM Research, will join the panel to discuss how artificial intelligence is helping revolutionize artistic creativity and visual storytelling.
Organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, and overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation, Dubai AI Week is a pioneering initiative that connects AI research with real-world applications. It serves as a thriving platform, gathering experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and the public and private sectors to explore AI’s vast opportunities.
