Dubai: a leader in AI, fintech and healthtech

Notable AI-focused initiatives in Dubai

• Dubai10X: launched by the Dubai Future Foundation, it aims to keep Dubai 10 years ahead of other cities, driving efficiency and progress through 40+ innovative projects with government entities.
• Dubai AI and Web3 Campus: located in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) premises, it is the world's largest dedicated cluster of its kind, providing business support, accelerators, collaborative workspaces, venture capital access and more.
• National Programme for Coders: launched by the government in 2021, this initiative aims to develop homegrown talent and expertise by training 100,000 coders and setting up 1,000 digital companies.
• First AI Challenge: a collaboration between the UAE’s AI, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, the Mastercard Centre for Advanced AI and Cyber Technology, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB).

DHA initiatives

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has implemented a number of transformative initiatives, including:

DHA 3D Printing Lab: a way to improve patient care

DHA Investment and PPPs (public-private partnerships) Department: managing and facilitating investment opportunities

DHA’s Telehealth Policy, Standards, Clinical Guidelines and Reporting Indicators: to improve telehealth for patients

NABIDH initiative: for a unified electronic medical record system

DHA AI Strategy: providing tech-driven support to medical systems