The UAE’s Association for Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence (ABAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SignSplit Science, a blockchain and AI venture focused on helping scientific data owners protect and commercialize their research as verified digital assets.
The collaboration will focus on supporting universities, research institutions, and scientific firms in protecting research datasets as valuable intellectual property assets in the era of AI.
ABAI and SignSplit Science to collaborate on various initiatives
- Joint development and delivery of AI, blockchain, and emerging technology training programs;
- Executive education and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) initiatives;
- Knowledge exchange, seminars, workshops, and professional forums;
- Joint conferences, meetups, and innovation-focused events;
- Joint educational and professional training initiatives within the UAE and internationally;
- Research dialogue and engagement with innovation ecosystems.
ABAI Chairman Dr. Mohamed Al Hemairy remarked that, “ABAI and SignSplit Science share a common vision to advance the meaningful and responsible use of blockchain and AI technologies. We are especially pleased to collaborate with SignSplit because of its strong alignment with universities, research institutions, and innovation communities that form a key part of ABAI’s ecosystem.”
“We look forward to launching impactful initiatives that educate and empower the MENA region through advanced insights in intellectual property, blockchain, AI, and emerging technologies delivered by SignSplit’s world-class leadership team,” Dr. Al Hemairy added.
SignSplit Science CEO Gleb Denisov stated that, “Research data has historically been undervalued as a strategic intellectual property asset. We aim to help universities and scientific organizations understand how research work and datasets possess significant value, especially in today’s AI-driven economy.”
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