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From 11–13 May 202, Ai Everything Abu Dhabi delivers the world’s largest showcase of AI solutions ready to transform every industry. Uniting 25,000+ global leaders, startups, policymakers, investors and visionaries the event brings together the forces shaping the future of artificial intelligence at scale.

Dubai residents can make bill inquiries, account details, billing and other services provided by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) through ChatGPT as artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is growing in the country. The utility provider in Dubai said on Sunday that its customers can also seek account support, access EV Green Charger locations and directions to the nearest station, as well as information on Customer Happiness Centre locations, working hours and

US artificial intelligence chipmaker Cerebras Systems, in which Abu Dhabi’s G42 owns a stake, said it has raised $1 billion in a funding round as investors continue to pour money into the technology needed to train and run AI models. The financing highlights the challenge of taking on Nvidia, the $3 trillion company that controls about 95 percent of the AI semiconductor market. Nvidia remains the default choice for developers worldwide, including in the UAE and Saudi Arabi

Notion has launched full Arabic language support across its platform, a long-awaited update for its large user base in the Middle East. According to Notion's announcement on 26 January 2026, the AI-powered workspace is now fully localised, marking its first major product investment in the region. The move comes as other AI platforms for business also increase their focus on the UAE.

In the Middle East, AI is becoming the defining catalyst for innovation at scale, accelerating the shift from traditional models towards new operating models and services. Sustained investment and bold government action to build AI infrastructure are creating a more enabling environment for businesses across the region.

The UAE is participating in the World Economic Forum, taking place in Davos, Switzerland, with a delegation led by Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met on Sunday 21st December, 2025 with Elon Musk for talks focused on artificial intelligence, advanced technology and international cooperation in emerging sectors. According to WAM, the two discussed ongoing developments in AI and next-generation technologies, and how such tools could be deployed to improve quality of life, accelerate global innovation and support long-term economic development. Both sides stressed the impor