Dubai AI Week 2025 brings together global AI experts, startups, and governments to shape the future of technology, economy, and smart cities.
Dubai is making headlines once again as it officially launches Dubai AI Week 2025, a dynamic global gathering set to redefine the role of Artificial Intelligence in government, education, the economy, and daily life. The much-anticipated week begins with the AI Retreat and Dubai Assembly for AI, drawing global attention to the UAE’s tech-forward vision.
Organized by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) and led by the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), the event runs from April 21 to 25 and aims to position Dubai at the forefront of AI-driven transformation.
“AI is No Longer Just a Tool – It’s the Infrastructure”
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, emphasized that AI is now the very backbone of future cities.
“AI is no longer just a tool – it is the infrastructure for cities that think, services that adapt, and governments that anticipate,”
His Highness said.
He further stated that Dubai is not just ready for the AI revolution—it is actively shaping the future through innovation, investment, and talent development. According to His Highness, every government entity, educational institute, and enterprise will be measured by how well they integrate AI into their core operations.
“This is Dubai’s new standard – those who do not embrace AI today will fall behind. See you at Dubai AI Week,”
he added.
What to Expect at Dubai AI Week
With over 10,000 participants from 100+ nationalities, Dubai AI Week is packed with high-impact activities designed to foster collaboration, spark innovation, and accelerate the adoption of AI across industries.
Day 1: AI Retreat at the Museum of the Future
The event opens with the AI Retreat on April 21, hosting 150 government officials and global AI experts. Key highlights include:
- Closed-door roundtable discussions on data governance, AI infrastructure, investment, and talent development
- Keynotes from:
- H.E. Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for AI
- Michael Spranger, COO of Sony AI Inc.
- Yossi Matias, VP and Head of Google Research
Dubai Assembly for AI: April 21–25
Taking place at AREA 2071, Emirates Towers, this flagship event features:
- Delegations from 15 countries including the UK, India, Canada, and Australia
- 25 global tech giants, 18 government entities, 20 universities, and 60 AI startups
- Over 50 AI-focused sessions, including:
- “Future Forward” by Gartner
- “Agentic AI at Work” by Microsoft
- “Generative AI Nexus” by Yango
- “AI Wearables” by Meta
- “AI + Metaverse in Education” by Animoca Brands
Featured Events and Competitions
Dubai AI Week is more than panels and speeches—it’s a full-fledged celebration of AI:
- Global Prompt Engineering Championship – April 22–23
- Dubai AI Festival at Madinat Jumeirah – April 23–24
- Machines Can See Summit – April 23–24
- AI Week in Schools – April 21–25
- Dubai AI Week Hackathon – April 25
- HIMSS Executive Summit 2025 – April 23
- International Conference on AI Innovations – April 22–24
Global Support and Strategic Partners
This monumental week is supported by key partners including:
- Dubai Chambers Digital, Digital Dubai, DEWA, and the UAE AI Office
- Leading global players like OpenAI, Microsoft, Meta, Google Cloud, IBM, Nvidia, Palantir, and Gartner
Dubai’s Vision: Leading the Global AI Movement
Dubai AI Week is not just about showcasing AI—it’s about creating a future-ready society. From education to enterprise, the week sets the tone for how cities can use AI to enhance quality of life, drive sustainable economic growth, and prepare the next generation of tech leaders.
For more information, visit the official website: https://week.dub.ai