11th of June, 2024
8:30am to 3:00pm

Workshops

Workshop for Dubai Ambulance: Introduction to Gen A.I Tools 

11:00 - 12:00

Overview

Introduction to Gen A.I tools to Dubai Ambulance teams who are interested in exploring how they can embed these tools in their operations and decision making structures.


Registration

This is a closed session

Transforming into Smart Cities with the Power of AI

11:00 - 12:00

Overview

Join us for a workshop exploring how Google Cloud empowers cities to become smart cities through advanced analytics and generative AI. We’ll showcase real-world use cases leveraging Google Cloud, Maps, and Earth Engine to achieve sustainability goals, enhance tourism experiences, and elevate citizen well-being. 


Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

Effective AI Governance for Government Services:
A Hands-on Workshop with IBM watsonx.gov

12:00 - 13:00

Overview

Interactive workshop, participants discover how watsonx.gov enables government agencies to harness the power of AI while ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance with policy regulations.

There will be an introduction to the WatsonX suite and its components, followed by a demo of its capabilities. Then, participate in a hands-on exercise where participants will learn how to leverage a large language model for document summarization and evaluate its performance using watsonx.gov and IBM Cloud machine learning services. Take away practical insights on how to apply AI governance best practices to your government services and programs.

Agenda:

  • Watsonx overview – discuss watsonx suite and the 3 comprising parts (watsonx.data, watsonx.ai and watsonx.gov) at a high level.

  • Watsonx capabilities demo​.

  • IBM watsonx.gov hands-on workshop – showcase “document summarization leveraging an LLM model and the said model’s evaluation capability” leveraging watsonx.gov, and machine learning services on IBM Cloud.


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Registration

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Multimodal Generative AI for Government Services

12:00 - 13:00

Overview

Discover how Microsoft harnesses the power of multimodal large language models to create innovative solutions for the government sector. In this workshop, you will witness the amazing potential of GPT4o in speech, text, and vision domains, and how it can transform transactional bots, knowledge mining, and contact center scenarios.

Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

A Business-first approach to AI with Oracle Cloud

13:00 - 14:00

Overview

In this Workshop, you will hear expert-led talks on preparing your organization to take advantage of the latest innovations in Oracle Cloud Data & AI technologies for your specific business environment. We will showcase how to increase productivity and enhance customer satisfaction through high-value AI use cases.

Agenda:

  • Oracle AI Platform Overview – 20 min
  • AI Use Cases Walkthrough – 40 min
  • Call Center Speech Analytics for Customer Happiness Centers.
  • Interactive AI Avatar for Business Insights (Audience Participation)
  • Leveraging GenAI Avatars & Chatbots for Insights on Hospital Operations and Patient Care
  • Analyze MRI Scans using Oracle Vision AI
  • Patient Sentiment Analysis using OCI AI Language


Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

Journey Towards Zero Government Bureaucracy

13:00 - 14:00

Overview

This session highlights how the roots of eradicating bureaucracy lie within digital technology. We will cover process automation as a starting point and AI as an enabling technology.

Agenda:

  • Building blocks for zero government bureaucracy – 20 mins
  • Identifying Bureaucracy using AI Enabled Process Intelligence – 15 mins
  • Automating Citizen Services – 15 mins


Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

Future-Ready Data Centers and Generative AI

13:00 - 14:00

Overview

Importance of preparing data centers for next-generation technology to support the growing demands and capabilities of Generative AI.

Agenda:

  • NVIDIA Overview
  • Rise of GPU Computing
  • The Economics of Data Centers
  • GPU acceleration example
  • Next Generation of GPUs
  • Q&A


Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

Innovating citizen-centric experiences for a future-forward Dubai

14:00 - 15:00

Overview

This session will showcase how Dubai government agencies can leverage Generative AI on AWS to create diverse content types, from text to images and beyond. Attendees will learn about practical use cases and the potential impact of harnessing the power of Generative AI to enhance productivity, creativity, and efficiency within government services and operations.


Registration

Thank you for your interest in this workshop, but we regret to inform you that it is fully booked.

Understanding Regulatory Sandbox Needs

14:00 - 16:00

Overview

This session will include one-on-one interviews with AI companies to understand regulatory constraints and regulatory sandbox requirements. Additionally, focus groups will be organized between AI companies and regulators to explore the dynamics between them and collaboratively design an effective user journey for regulatory sandboxes.

Registration

This is a closed session

Panel Discussions

How can Dubai create Global AI Unicorns 

11:00 - 11:45

Overview

This panel will discuss how to advance Dubai’s ambitions to become a leading AI hub. We will explore what AI founders value most, strategies to attract top talent, and the challenges Dubai faces. Panelists will share insights on overcoming these obstacles and supporting founders in scaling their businesses globally.

Agenda

  • How can we further Dubai’s ambitions to be an AI hub?
  • What will AI founders value most?
  • How do we attract top talent?
  • What challenges does Dubai face and how can they be overcome
  • How do we help our founders scale globally?


Open to the public

The Path to Ethical AI Adoption in Dubai Government

11:45 - 12:30

Overview

Exploring Strategies and Best Practices for Responsible and Ethical adoption of AI across Dubai’s Government.


Open to the public

Aligning with Dubai's AI Ethics with Responsible Generative AI

12:00 - 13:00

Overview

Join us in this session to discover how AWS, in alignment with Dubai directions and strategy, leverages science and best practices to ensure the responsible development and deployment of AI, particularly in the generative AI era.


Open to the public

Bridging the AI Gap through Ecosystem Support 

12:30 - 13:15

Overview

This session explores collaborative approaches to bridging the gap between AI potential and regional implementation for SMEs. Key research findings on AI policy and competitiveness will be presented. The discussion will cover Google-led funding opportunities and upskilling programs designed to empower businesses. The session will also launch the MBRSG and Google.org funded Regional SMEs Survey on AI, a collaborative effort to understand regional needs for AI adoption.


Open to the public

Strides Towards an AI Powered Future

13:15 - 14:00

Overview

In a world increasingly shaped by Artificial Intelligence, this panel is set to explore the significant strides made in AI development, diving into the latest advancements, discussing the potential benefits and challenges of an AI-powered future, and exploring how this transformative technology is poised to reshape various industries and aspects of our lives.


Open to the public

Cloud Sovereign AI: Uniting the Benefits of Cloud with the Necessity of AI Sovereignty

14:00 - 14:45

Overview

This Panel will explore how Cloud Sovereign AI enables organizations to reap the benefits of hyperscale-grade cloud computing without compromising data sovereignty. Experts will highlight how this approach delivers faster time to value, supports a flexible consumption-based model where high fixed costs are shared among multiple tenants, and promotes experimentation without sacrificing scalability.

As generative AI becomes a driver for innovation, data and model sovereignty are cultural and economic imperatives akin to energy security. The discussion will cover the inherent benefits of Sovereign Cloud AI Infrastructure, including regulatory compliance and capital risk mitigation, high operational efficiency, and faster pace of innovation.


Open to the public

Unleash the value of GenAI for public sector

14:45 - 15:30

Overview

Explore how to leverage GenAI to improve government operations with different potential use cases


Open to the public

The Future of AI

15:30 - 16:15

Overview

Join us for an enlightening panel session to explore the future of artificial intelligence. A future where AI is not just knowledgeable but also understandable and emotionally aware. Sharing with us is the CEO of 86B, a company transforming emotional AI with digital avatars that engage users on a human level using GPT and large language models. Imagine a digital companion that feels almost as real as the person next to you. We also have the CTO of Camb.AI, experts in voice translation and dubbing AI, who offer technology that translates content into over 100 languages while preserving the unique characteristics of your voice. Lastly, the CTO of Haltia.AI will introduce us to neuro-symbolic AI, offering composable, explainable, and secure AI solutions that empower organizations to build their AI future confidently.

Let’s consider the possibilities. By combining these technologies—LLM-powered Agentic AI with human-like voice capabilities in any language and emotionally engaging, life-like avatars—we can transform customer interactions, employee training, and user engagement. These advancements are not just on the horizon; they are happening now, providing seamless, emotionally resonant experiences across various applications. We’re excited to hear from the visionaries driving these innovations and shaping the future of AI.


Open to the public

AI Pioneers: Founders & Funders

16:15 - 17:00

Overview

This panel brings together visionary founders at the forefront of AI in the region and forward-thinking investors who are driving the future of artificial intelligence. Explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the AI landscape as these industry leaders share their insights and experiences. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the pioneers and funders of tomorrow’s AI advancements in Dubai.


Open to the public

award Ceremony

ACT28 Hackathon Awarding @ AI Retreat '24

11:00 - 12:00

Overview

ACT 28 Hackathon is a joint effort of Samsung Electronics MENA and UNDP to spark innovation and engage the youth in meaningful climate action through development of AI / digital solutions.

Closed Event