Government AI body · United Arab Emirates
Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence
Launched in 2023 under the Dubai Future Foundation to train government staff in generative AI and run accelerator programmes for AI startups.
Overview
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) was launched in June 2023 at AREA 2071 in Emirates Towers to help Dubai government entities use AI effectively. It is overseen by the Dubai Future Foundation together with DEWA, the Dubai Media Council and Digital Dubai.
Its goals included training 1,000 government employees from more than 30 entities in generative AI and supporting AI startups. Its Accelerator Programmes pair startups with real public-sector challenges; the first round attracted 615 applications from 55 countries.
What it offers
- Generative AI training for Dubai government employees
- Accelerator Programmes for AI startups solving government challenges
- Pilot projects with Dubai government entities
Who it's for
- Dubai government employees
- AI startups
Sources
Last checked 29 September 2026. This is an independent summary from public sources; Qatar AI Institute is not affiliated with DCAI. Programmes change often, so confirm details with the institute. Spotted an error? Let us know.