Dubai Assembly for Generative AI to convene top global experts to explore powerful new frontiers of GenAI

Some of the world’s top experts and specialists in generative AI will participate in the Dubai Assembly for Generative AI, the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has announced.

The second chapter of this flagship gathering will be held this October under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation, to provide a global platform for exploring the potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI) as well as ways to develop and govern its various applications and use cases.

The Assembly will be held on October 11-12 at the Museum of the Future and AREA 2071 in Emirates Towers in Dubai, featuring sessions that will be joined by industry officials, experts and decision-makers, including more than 70 speakers from public and private sectors and major international companies such as Meta, Deloitte, Google, PwC, Microsoft, SAP and others, are set to participate. The Assembly’s five key themes will be: Generative AI 101; Sector Deep Dives; Governments, Regulators & Generative AI; Generative Al and Other Emerging Technologies: Enabler or Competitor?; Big Tech vs Emerging Startups: Where Do They See Their Competitive Advantage?

Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of DFF, said: "The Dubai Assembly for Generative AI has rapidly established itself as an influential global platform for exploring emerging technology. It is the preeminent global gathering of its kind, drawing the most influential decision-makers, experts, academics, and stakeholders from across industries. This gathering serves as a platform to envision the future of generative AI and its multifaceted impact on the economy, governments, and businesses.”

He added: "We look forward to welcoming the esteemed speakers who will convene here in Dubai to drive innovation and explore the frontiers of AI. The city has evolved into a global beacon, illuminating the path towards a future powered by technology and human ingenuity. This inclusive journey is built upon the pillars of innovation, fruitful partnerships, and the exchange of knowledge.”

Generative AI is considered one of the world’s fastest growing technologies. It is expected to contribute $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy and raise global GDP by 7% over the next 10 years.

The Dubai Assembly for Generative AI is the largest global gathering exploring the future and opportunities of generative AI. It supports Dubai's vision to become a global center for testing emerging technologies and taking advantage of their opportunities. The Assembly complements Dubai's efforts to collaborate with decision-makers and industry leaders from around the world to address challenges and create new opportunities.

The Assembly was launched in line with DFF’s mission to anticipate the future and its challenges and consolidate Dubai's position as one of the world's most future-ready cities, as well as an inspiring model for other cities around the world.

The first Assembly, the Dubai Metaverse Assembly, was held in September 2022, and witnessed the participation of 600 technology experts across 25 sessions. There were 30 international speakers, 40 technology companies and more than 40,000 virtual participants. A total of 15 initiatives and strategies were launched during the gathering.

This year’s Assembly will be attended by ministers, government officials, CEOs, experts, thought leaders, designers, policy makers, entrepreneurs, startups, investors and academics.