Hamdan bin Mohammed Announces Dubai's Winning Bid to Host ICCV 2029 Computer Vision Conference

Published Tuesday, July 02, 2024

By E247

His Highness 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, today announced that Dubai will host the International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV) 2029. This premier global event in the field of computer vision and AI is expected to attract over 15,000 industry leaders, experts, and officials from around the world.

Sheikh Hamdan highlighted Dubai's thriving ecosystem for innovation and creativity, emphasizing that the emirate's exceptional hospitality makes it the ideal setting for such a high-caliber conference. "Hosting ICCV 2029 aligns with our vision for the future of technology and underscores the UAE’s commitment to being a major player in the AI revolution," he stated.

The ICCV 2029 will provide a platform for the world's brightest tech minds to come together, share insights, and shape the future of AI and computer vision. The conference will not only contribute to advancing these cutting-edge fields but also reinforce Dubai's status as a global hub for technological innovation.

As Dubai continues to invest in its digital infrastructure and foster an environment conducive to technological advancements, hosting ICCV 2029 represents a significant step towards realizing the UAE's strategic goals in AI and technology. This prestigious event will further cement Dubai's position as a leader in the global tech landscape, driving progress and fostering international collaboration.

The International Conference on Computer Vision ICCV 2029 to be held in Dubai

• The International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV) is considered one of the top 5 conferences in computer science and a high-level international platform for artificial intelligence.

• The ICCV was first held in 1987 in the United Kingdom and has also been hosted in Japan, India, Germany, Canada, Korea, Italy, France, and Spain.

• Nominations were submitted from various countries on a global scale, and the selection of Dubai was due to its outstanding presentation of success stories and the efforts of various governmental and private institutions, such as the Department of Economy and Tourism and others.

• After global competition, Dubai was selected to host the ICCV 2029 for the first time in the Middle East at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

• With its global position as one of the top and safest destinations and the most cosmopolitan city according to McKinsey, the World Economic Forum, and TripAdvisor, Dubai reinforces its distinction by being selected to host ICCV 2029.

• ICCV 2029 in Dubai is expected to attract more than 15,000 participants and 3,000 high-quality scientific contributions.

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