Dubai is set to cement its global AI leadership as the Dubai AI Festival returns in 2025. Building on the momentum of its successful debut. Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The festival will unfold on 23-24 April 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. A gathering designed to spotlight the transformative power of AI and emerging technologies.
Organized by Dubai AI Campus, in partnership with the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, and the Digital Economy & Remote Work Applications Office. This flagship event is part of Dubai AI Week, reflecting the city’s bold vision to lead in AI innovation.
With over 8,000 global leaders, policymakers, and innovators from 100+ countries expected to attend. The Dubai AI Festival promises to be a global stage for collaboration, investment, and policy-shaping conversations. Attendees will dive into AI’s groundbreaking potential, exploring its impact on industries, economies, and societies worldwide.
This year’s key themes reflect the world’s most pressing AI challenges and opportunities. Which are responsible AI deployment, transparency, ethical frameworks, and the future of work. The festival’s agenda will tackle critical questions around AI literacy, global governance, immersive experiences, and sustainable investment models.
Leaders from influential organizations—including the UAE Prime Minister’s Office, Amazon, GE Healthcare, Ola, SENEN Group, Schneider Electric Innovation, and WPP—will share their insights on navigating the AI-powered future.
AI’s influence on the global economy is accelerating, with forecasts projecting a staggering $15.7 trillion impact by 2030, including $320 billion in the Middle East alone. For the UAE, the AI market is expected to hit $46.33 billion by 2033. While the machine learning sector could grow to $2.41 billion.
By 2026, experts predict 80% of enterprises worldwide will rely on AI-driven decision-making. Dubai’s bold strategy is well underway, with the Dubai AI Campus projected to grow beyond 100,000 square feet, attract $300 million in investments, host 500+ companies, and create over 3,000 jobs by 2028.
His Excellency Arif Amiri, CEO of DIFC Authority, emphasized Dubai’s global ambitions: “The Dubai AI Festival reflects our commitment to making the city a global leader in technology. As AI adoption accelerates, this festival will drive responsible AI implementation across business, government, and society.”
With a strong focus on ethics and transparency. The festival will showcase cutting-edge AI innovations, host a startup pitch showcase, and spotlight next-gen talent shaping AI’s future.
Among the highlights, the FutureTech World Cup will connect promising AI startups with global investors, offering a launchpad for breakthrough technologies. Meanwhile, the Global FutureTech Innovation Programme will scout the world’s brightest minds. Empowering young innovators to develop AI-driven solutions for real-world challenges.
Aligned with Dubai’s ambitious innovation and economic goals, the Dubai AI Festival stands as a must-attend event—bringing together visionaries, investors, and changemakers determined to shape the AI-driven future.
